Panasonic has upgraded the firmware for its DMC-L1 digital SLR to add features such as multiple exposure and the ability to use the optical image stabiliser in ?panning mode?.

Other claimed improvements include the addition of a low-angle viewing mode designed to make it easier to view the LCD screen ?when the camera is held at below eye level?.

There is also a feature aimed at simplifying the setting of the aperture when using a lens without an aperture ring.

A download service is due to be available shortly at https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/download/L1K /

Panasonic can be contacted on 08705 357357.