Panasonic AG-HVX200A - Camcorder - High Definition - professional - widescreen - 1.1 Mpix - optical zoom: 13 x - Mini DV (HDV) flash card

Panasonic's handheld P2 HD camcorders are packed with advanced video technologies. The AG-HVX200 is widely praised as a revolutionary professional production tool for an array of applications from filmmaking through broadcasting. The P2 card's excellent mobility reliability and instant playback ability were proven in demanding applications in the field from the one-chance-to-capture-it pressure of the Olympic Games to the extreme weather of the Iditarod in Alaska. Features like the DVCPRO HD codec's high image quality variable frame rate recording the first ever in a handheld camcorder and the HD/SD multi-format with built-in DV tape drive were appreciated by video creators everywhere. The original AG-HVX200 continues to provide new solutions to the production of movies documentaries short movie features and more.

Now the P2 handheld camera takes another step forward. The new AG-HVX200A series with its newly-developed CCD raises the signal to noise performance while enhancing the low-light performance of the camera as well. Coupled with a new 30mm wide-angle zoom lens this new version of the HVX200 addresses even more applications and meets the needs of user with more critical needs.

Features:

Advanced gamma function address eight different shooting scenarios and enhances your creative abilities 2 XLR audio input terminals with 48-V phantom power for professional use 3.5 LCD Monitor

• Panasonic's advanced OIS (Optical Image Stabilizer) dramatically reduces the blurring caused by hand-held camera work. Optical processing with an automatic correction function helps assure consistently clear sharp images.


• Using the DVCPRO HD codec recording system the AG-HVX200A series records HD video with outstanding image and audio quality onto a P2 card in file format. This codec thanks to a low compression ratio at a video bit rate of 100 Mbps (1080/50i 720/50p) and the easy-to-edit intraframe compression system is suitable for recording fast-moving subjects with no motion artifacts other than motion blur. The 4 - 2 - 2 sampling rate minimizes jaggies at chroma edges and is advantageous in image compos


• P2 card is an AV media for professional use. It features a large capacity of up to 64 GB


• When you press the Record Button in standby mode the AG-HVX200A series instantly finds a blank area of the P2 card and begins recording. It can begin recording immediately even when you're using it to preview video.


• In PC mode the AG-HVX200A series connects directly via USB 2.0 to a PC running Windows. In IEEE 1394 Device mode it connects directly to a Mac. This lets you use the AG-HVX200A series as a P2 card drive providing easy access to recordings on the P2 card. The included P2 driver must be installed in the Windows PC or Mac computerA

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Panasonic HDC-SD5 AVCHD 3CCD Flash Memory High Definition Camcorder with 10x Optical Image Stabilization w/DVD Burner

The new HDC-SD5 camcorder with the burner employs cutting-edge imaging technology to capture video recordings that are breathtakingly clear and vibrant especially when viewed on a high-quality large screen TV. The HDC-SD5 uses the AVCHD format to record full-HD video with 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution. It employs Panasonics original 3CCD camera system a professional broadcast feature which renders vivid true-to-life colors outstanding detail and rich gradation. The SD5 also boasts Panasonic s new Advanced O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) minimizing the effect of hand shake. This technology helps produce crisp clear images which is especially important for viewing on large-screen high resolution TVs where image imperfections are easily visible. The HDC-SD5 which records video onto SDHC/SD Memory Cards debuts as the worlds smallest palm-style 3CCD full-HD camcorder. It is even smaller than its predecessor model HDC-SD1 giving the SD5 superb portability. The SD5 also features a new USB Host function that significantly improves data storage and playback ease. With an optional newly released DVD burner (model VW-BN1) users can copy or play back video recordings in the original AVCHD format to deliver the ultimate high-definition viewing experience on a large-screen TV. Panasonic HDC-SD5 Highlights 1920 x 1080 full-HD recording While conventional HD recordings have 1440 pixels in the horizontal direction full-HD recordings have 1920. And while conventional recordings have a total of around 1.55 million pixels full-HD recordings have around 2.07 million -- about 30 percent more. In fact full-HD has the most pixels of any HD format and thus can render images with unmatched detail and resolution. 10x optical zoom moves you closer to the action 10x optical zoom Distant subjects can be enlarged so they appear to be right up close. This allows dynamic shots of both motion and still pictures.

• Optical Zoom - 10x Variable Speed; Focal Length 3.0 - 30 mm Film Camera Equivalent 42.9 - 429 mm (16 - 9)(Moving Picture/Still Picture) Leica Dicomar lens


• Accepts 37mm Filters


• Optical Image Stabilizer


• Up to 700x Digital-zoom


• 2 Channel Stereo Zoom mic Dolby Digital AC3 2Channel sound

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