# Smartphone-Camera Hybrids The Panasonic Lumix DMC-CM1 is Small But Packs a Large Sensor By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-09-17 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panasonic-lumix-dmccm1 References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/panasonic-lumix-gm5-lx100-cm1/33800/) & [panasonic](http://www.panasonic.com/de/consumer/foto-video/lumix-kompaktkameras/dmc-cm1.html) The [Panasonic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lumix-s9) Lumix DMC-CM1 is an Android-powered [smartphone-camera hybrid](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caira-camera). It was released along with two other Lumix camera devices. The CM1 is extremely thin and portable for a camera, even if it's slightly chunky for a phone. It is fitted with a 20-megapixel one-inch MOS sensor. This sensor is similar in attributes to the ones used in [premium compact cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panasonic-zs99), but is far superior to the ones found in smartphone cameras. The device also features a shutter release button along with a lens ring that can be used to control a variety of settings including aperture, shutter speed and focus. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-CM1 will go on sale in France and Germany later this year for around $1,150. Panasonic hasn't yet revealed when the camera will be available in North America. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Smartphone-camera Hybrids:** As smartphone and camera technology integrate, there is an opportunity for companies to create hybrid products that meet both consumer needs. - **Premium Compact Camera Technology in Mobile Devices:** Applying premium compact camera technology to mobile devices could create a new market niche for tech companies. - **Shutter Release Button and Lens Ring Integration in Mobile Devices:** Incorporating quality hardware like shutter release buttons and lens rings into smartphones may create a niche market for photo enthusiasts. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Mobile Technology Industry:** Companies in the mobile technology industry can capitalize on integrating quality camera technology into their devices to secure a competitive edge and gain market share. - **Photography Industry:** The photography industry can benefit from incorporating mobile devices into their product offerings to keep up with consumers' demand for easy-to-use photography tools and continue to create new products for new consumer segments. - **Luxury Electronics Industry:** Integrating advanced photography features into smartphones allows companies in the luxury electronics industry to develop exclusive products for consumers wishing to combine practicality and prestige. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Manual Zoom Photography Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-17-ultra-leica-edition.md) - [Photography-Centric Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ax-phone.md) - [Lightweight Content Creator Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lumix-s9.md) - [Precision Photography Brand Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leica-leitz-phone-2.md) - [Premium Camera-Equipped Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-12s-series.md) - [Pro-Grade Smartphone Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switchlens.md) - [Advanced Everyday Camera Sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-lytia-901.md) - [Four-Camera Integrated Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/13-ultra.md) - [High-Speed Mirrorless Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lumix-gh6.md)