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Panasonic HDC-SD90 High Definition Video Camera, 40x Zoom, 3D Ready, 3" Touch LCD (Black) |
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Part #: HDCSD90
UPC: 885170040175
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Captures large groups, even when shooting from up close.
28mm Wide Angle*
The 28mm wide-angle* on the HD 90 Series fits more people and more of the background into the frame than conventional models. This is especially handy when you want to take a group photo in a small room. It fits your subjects in even when you shoot from up close, and makes it possible to pick up even small sounds with the mic. It also gives you entirely new ways to enjoy your camcorder, like taking self portraits or capturing sweeping landscapes without losing the sense of scale.
* 35mm camera equivalent |
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Beautiful zoom shots of distant subjects.
**New** Intelligent 40x Zoom and HYBRID O.I.S.
The HD 90 Series features an Intelligent Zoom function that goes all the way up to 40x. When using Intelligent Zoom, Intelligent Resolution technology lets you shoot at high zoom rates while preserving the image resolution. You get sharp images of highly detailed objects without the blurry edges. Plus, the HD 90 Series is equipped with HYBRID O.I.S., an image stabilizer system that corrects hand-shake blurring by combining the action of its hybrid optical and electrical image stabilization systems. Even when zooming, where hand-shake often occurs, both optical and electrical hand-shake correction make it possible to record beautiful images with approximately 2 times* the hand-shake suppressing effect as conventional models.
* Compared with the HDC-SD60, HDC-TM60, and HDC-HS60. |
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Intricate details from Intelligent Resolution Technology.
Crystal Engine PRO
The Crystal Engine PRO instantly processes the huge amount of data that goes into Full-HD images, and further enhances Full-HD quality. It produces smooth, high-resolution zoom shots even when the range exceeds the limit for optical zooming. Crystal Engine PRO clearly delineates even the tiniest details of your subject, with extremely natural beauty. In addition, its Noise Reduction (NR) technology has been completely redesigned. The low-frequency noise that occurs when recording in dim lighting has been further minimized. Compared to previous Panasonic models, noise has been reduced by approximately 45%.* And Intelligent Resolution Technology ensures sharp and crisp pictures, resulting in bright and beautifully colored motion images.
* Compared with the HDC-SD60, HDC-TM60, and HDC-HS60. |
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Sharpens details and enhances smooth areas.
Intelligent Resolution Technology
The Intelligent Resolution Technology incorporated in the new Crystal Engine PRO uses edge detection technology to confirm the edges of objects within the image, then emphasizes the edges for optimal clarity. For example, it brings crisp definition to patterns and the outlines of objects like flowers. Conversely, it reduces noise and enhances the natural smoothness of parts without edges, like the sky. The increased sharpness is especially effective for images with delicate details. This highly advanced technology maximizes the beauty of Full-HD images. |
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Shooting Functions
Easily save important scenes in 3D.
3D Image Recording*
When the 3D Conversion Lens is attached, the HD 90 Series produces an effect called visual disparity. Right and left images are captured simultaneously by the two lenses, and recorded using the side-by-side method. To play back 3D videos, simply insert an SD Memory Card in the slot of a Panasonic VIERA 3DTV.** Or you can use an HDMI mini cable to connect the camcorder to a VIERA 3DTV or another 3D TV that is compatible with the side-by-side method.
* The optional VW-CLT1 3D Conversion Lens is required for shooting 3D images.
** Some models of VIERA 3DTV may require a firmware update to play 3D images from an SD card. |
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Makes optimal settings automatically for both motion and still images.
iA (Intelligent Auto)
This powerful function senses the shooting conditions and automatically makes the settings and activates functions that will deliver optimal results. With both motion and still images, iA does the bothersome settings for you and makes it easy to capture beautiful, well-focused images.
* The functions included in iA may not be applied when conditions do not call for them. |
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Blur-free zooming and shooting on the move.
**New** HYBRID O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer)
HYBRID O.I.S. corrects hand-shake blurring by combining the action of its hybrid optical and electrical image stabilization systems. Even when zooming, where hand-shake often occurs, both optical and electrical hand-shake correction make it possible to record beautiful images with approximately 2 times* the hand-shake suppressing effect as conventional models.
* Compared with the HDC-SD60, HDC-TM60, and HDC-HS60. |
Active Mode
Active mode comes in handy when shooting while walking or playing with your children. The wide correction area corrects even relatively large hand-shake motion. It's especially good for active video shooting. |
Picture and Sound
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28mm Wide Angle*
The 28mm wide-angle* on the HD 90 Series fits more people and more of the background into the frame than conventional models. This is especially handy when you want to take a group photo in a small room. It fits your subjects in even when you shoot from up close, and makes it possible to pick up even small sounds with the mic. It also gives you entirely new ways to enjoy your camcorder, like taking self portraits or capturing sweeping landscapes without losing the sense of scale.
* 35mm camera equivalent
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Intelligent 40x Zoom and HYBRID O.I.S.
The HD 90 Series features a an Intelligent Zoom function that goes all the way up to 40x. When using Intelligent Zoom, Intelligent Resolution technology lets you shoot at high zoom rates while preserving the image resolution. You get sharp images of highly detailed objects – without the blurry edges. Plus, the HD 90 Series is equipped with HYBRID O.I.S., an image stabilizer system that corrects hand-shake blurring by combining the action of its hybrid optical and electrical image stabilization systems. Even when zooming, where hand-shake often occurs, both optical and electrical hand-shake correction make it possible to record beautiful images with approximately 2 times* the hand-shake suppressing effect as conventional models.
* Compared with the HDC-SD60, HDC-TM60, and HDC-HS60.
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| O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) Lock The image-stabilizing effect is increased by pressing and holding the O.I.S. Lock indication on the LCD screen, which maximizes the blur detection sensitivity. This is great for when you want to zoom at a fixed angle, like for bird watching.
* Considerable blurring is generated by the shifting of the corrective lens when the camera is panned or tilted.
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Intelligent 40x Zoom and HYBRID O.I.S.
With its transfer rate of 28 Mbps, 1,080/60p recording (Full-HD, 1,920 x 1,080, 60 progressive recording) conveys about twice the information of 1,080i (interlace) recording. Whereas interlacing requires two images to produce a complete picture, the progressive method records a single image as a complete picture. Plus, the 60 Progressive Recording of the 90 Series produces 60 images per second.** This extremely dense image information creates intricate detail and silky smooth motion. Even when subjects move quickly, afterimages are minimized to create more natural images. The progressive method is most effective when shooting designs where more patterns tend to occur, or when capturing scenes during sports events where the subjects are intensely moving around. Also, the recorded images displayed clearly even when they are made into still images, so it is possible to preserve stunning photos when clipping them from videos.
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Interlaced Scanning (1080/60i)
Only half of the image data is reproduced in each picture. Fabric patterns run together, and moiré patterns appears. |
Progressive Scanning (1080/60p)*
Reproduces all of image data in a single picture. Patterns in fabric are crisp and clear with no color bleeding. |
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Crytal Engine PRO
The Crystal Engine PRO instantly processes the huge amount of data that goes into Full-HD images, and further enhances Full-HD quality. It produces smooth, high-resolution zoom shots even when the range exceeds the limit for optical zooming. Crystal Engine PRO clearly delineates even the tiniest details of your subject, with extremely natural beauty. In addition, its Noise Reduction (NR) technology has been completely redesigned. The low-frequency noise that occurs when recording in dim lighting has been further minimized. Compared to previous Panasonic models, noise has been reduced by approximately 45%.* And Intelligent Resolution Technology ensures sharp and crisp pictures, resulting in bright and beautifully colored motion images.
* Compared with the HDC-SD60, HDC-TM60, and HDC-HS60.
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Intelligent 40x Zoom and HYBRID O.I.S.
The HD 90 Series features a an Intelligent Zoom function that goes all the way up to 40x. When using Intelligent Zoom, Intelligent Resolution technology lets you shoot at high zoom rates while preserving the image resolution. You get sharp images of highly detailed objects – without the blurry edges. Plus, the HD 90 Series is equipped with HYBRID O.I.S., an image stabilizer system that corrects hand-shake blurring by combining the action of its hybrid optical and electrical image stabilization systems. Even when zooming, where hand-shake often occurs, both optical and electrical hand-shake correction make it possible to record beautiful images with approximately 2 times* the hand-shake suppressing effect as conventional models.
* Compared with the HDC-SD60, HDC-TM60, and HDC-HS60.
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New Zoom Mic and Wind Noise Canceller
Zoom Mic
The Zoom Mic function that links with the camera's zoom action has evolved even further. Compared to previous models, the noise-reducing performance is improved by 1/3 (-10dB).* It lets you clearly record the sound of your target subject.
* Compared with the HDC-SD60, HDC-TM60, and HDC-HS60. Wind Noise Canceller
The Wind Noise Canceller automatically detects and suppresses only wind noise. It lets you capture natural sounds with lifelike ambience even when shooting in windy conditions outdoors or by the sea. |
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Still Picture Recording at 5 Megapixels with Intelligent Resolution Technology
In Still Picture Recording mode, Intelligent Resolution Technology lets you record clear still images with resolution up to 5 megapixels.* Also, when playing back the moving pictures you shot, you can capture 4.5-megapixel** still images of any scene you want. The HD 90 Series lets you enjoy high quality in both motion and still images.
* For images recorded with a 4:3 aspect ratio.
** For images recorded with a 16:9 aspect ratio |
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Scene Mode
Automatically selects the most suitable shutter speed and aperture for the shooting location and situation.
Scene modes:
•Sports •Portrait
•Low Light (Motion image only)
•Spot Light •Snow •Beach •Sunset
•Fireworks •Scenery •Night Scenery
•Night Portrait (Still image only) |
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Soft Skin Mode
When this function detects skin tones, it softens the focus in that area. This has a skin beautifying effect, which makes wrinkles and lines appear less noticeable. When turned on, this function makes blemishes and moles look less conspicuous, while preserving resolution in areas of the picture outside of the skin.
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Tele-Macro
You can shoot macro close-ups while maintaining a distance of 60 cm from your subject. In addition, using the zoom at full magnification makes it much easier to capture extreme close-ups without your body or camera casting a shadow on the subject and while keeping the background in soft focus.
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Shooting Functions
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3D Image Recording*
When the 3D Conversion Lens is attached, the HD 90 Series produces an effect called visual disparity. Right and left images are captured simultaneously by the two lenses, and recorded using the side-by-side method. To play back 3D videos, simply insert an SD Memory Card in the slot of a Panasonic VIERA 3DTV.** Or you can use an HDMI mini cable to connect the camcorder to a VIERA 3DTV or another 3D TV that is compatible with the side-by-side method.
* The optional set of VW-CLT1 3D Conversion Lens and Step-up Ring is required for shooting 3D images.
** Some models of VIERA 3DTV may require a firmware update to play 3D images from an SD card.
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3.0” Wide LCD with Intuitive Touch Operation
The easy-to-view 7.6 cm/3.0" wide LCD screen allows intuitive fingertip touch-operation. When shooting, you can use Touch Zoom to instantly zoom in and out by simply touching your fingertips, and Touch Shutter to automatically focus when shooting still images by simply touching the subject on the screen. For playback, you can also change thumbnail pages by sliding a fingertip across the screen. You get smooth, intuitive operation and don't have to take your eyes off of the LCD screen.
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Touch Operation for shooting
You can easily zoom in and zoom out by simply touching the LCD with your fingertips. Shoot at any angle of view while watching the screen. 
You can touch the subject on the LCD screen to instantly focus on it and takes a still picture. |
Touch operation for playback
You can flip through thumbnail pages, display one of the thumbnail scenes, highlight a scene, and more, with easy, intuitive, fingertip operation. | |
iA (Intelligent Auto)
This powerful function senses the shooting conditions and automatically makes the settings and activates functions that will deliver optimal results. With both motion and still images, iA does the bothersome settings for you and makes it easy to capture beautiful, well-focused images.
* The functions included in iA may not be applied when conditions do not call for them.
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HYBRID O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer)
HYBRID O.I.S. corrects hand-shake blurring by combining the action of its hybrid optical and electrical image stabilization systems. Even when zooming, where hand-shake often occurs, both optical and electrical hand-shake correction make it possible to record beautiful images with approximately 2 times* the hand-shake suppressing effect as conventional models.
* Compared with the HDC-SD60, HDC-TM60, and HDC-HS60.
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Face Recognition
The Face Recognition function recognizes the faces of registered subjects, and automatically optimizes the focus and exposure for those special people. It continues to track the subject as he or she moves anywhere within the LCD frame, making it ideal for video shooting. It is extremely useful for capturing someone's face in a group. Names can also be registered and displayed on the LCD while shooting. A total of six people can be registered, and the names of up to three people at a time can be displayed in the shooting frame.
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AF/AE Tracking
Touch the LCD screen to indicate the subject, such as a person or an animal, that you want to focus on, and let AF/AE Tracking do the rest. The camera locks on the subject and follows it around, keeping it in sharp focus and properly exposed. It keeps tracking even if the subject turns to the side. This advanced function makes it easy to get a continually clear, beautiful shot of the subject in the scene you care most about.
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Intelligent Scene Selector
The Intelligent Scene Selector function analyzes the shooting situation and automatically switches the camcorder to the suitable scene mode that will give you optimal results.
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Face Detection
Face Detection automatically senses the ambient lighting and adjusts the exposure accordingly, so faces are bright and easy to see. The focus also prioritizes the faces, and skin tones are smoothed. Faces in the center of the frame serve as the reference for adjustments, but the function can detect up to 15 faces at once.
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Intelligent Contrast Control
Intelligent Contrast Control detects the ambient light level and adjusts the exposure accordingly, helping to prevent blown highlights and blocked shadows. You can capture natural looking, highly nuanced images with proper contrast.
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With a Special iA Mode for Still Images
The iA function is active even when the camera is in still-image mode. When the Intelligent Scene Selector detects the shooting situation, it automatically switches to one of the five Scene modes for still-image shooting, and optimizes the settings for the still image.
•Sports •Portrait •Spot Light •Snow •Beach
•Sunset •Fireworks •Scenery •Night Scenery
•Night Portrait •Macro
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Smile Shot (Still Image)
The Smile Shot function automatically detects subject smiles, and captures the best possible smile while you're shooting movies. It lets you easily catch those fleeting, easy-to-miss stills of a smiling subject. It will also optimize the focus and exposure for your subject's smiling face.
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1.0-sec Quick Power-On
Switch the power on and the HD camcorders are in standby mode in approx. 1.0 seconds*, ready to shoot when you are. When the LCD is closed, the power automatically switches off. This fast startup and automatic shutdown also help reduce battery consumption.
* Depending on the recording conditions, start time may be longer than 1.0 second in still picture recording mode. 0.6-sec Quick Start
Using Quick Start mode, you simply flip open the LCD and you're ready to shoot in just 0.6 seconds.* When Eco mode is also used, the power turns off whenever the camcorder has not been operated for 5 minutes. This reduces wasted power consumption, and enables a longer battery life.
* Depending on the recording conditions, start time may be longer than 0.6 seconds in still picture recording mode.
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Pre-Rec Function
This smart function records three seconds of images even before you actually begin shooting. The images are held temporarily in the camcorder's internal memory, before recording begins. This helps ensure that you won't miss the start of a moment you want to record, such as when an event begins all of a sudden. For example, if you're waiting to snap a shot of a jumping dolphin, you can press the REC button after you've made sure that the dolphin has cleared the surface of the water. The camcorder will record the entire scene, from the instant of the dolphin's jump until it disappears again into the sea.
* The camera must be aimed at the subject in advance.
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60 Frames/Sec High-Speed Burst Shooting*
This function lets the camcorder snap up to 60 consecutive 0.9-megapixel still images* per second for a total of 180 continuous images in about 3 seconds. The resolution can also be increased and up to 30 consecutive 2.1-megapixel still images** per second can be shot for a total of 90 continuous images in about 3 seconds. You can use it to analyze a golf swing, tennis stroke or other motion. You can also use it to get good shots of subjects in fast motion. Just fire off a number of shots without stopping, then keep the best ones and delete the rest.
* In PAL areas, 50 consecutive 0.9-megapixel still images per second.
** In PAL areas, 25 consecutive 2.1-megapixel still images per second.
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Auto Power LCD
The LCD brightness can be adjusted manually to suit the surroundings. In Auto Mode, the LCD brightness is adjusted automatically in 16 smooth steps depending on the surroundings. In darker rooms it adjusts to a lower brightness, making it easier to frame the shot. Outside, it adjusts to almost twice the brightness for easy viewing even on sunny days.
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Wide Viewing Angle
The LCD has a highly detailed, 230,400-dots display and a viewing angle of 170°, both vertically and horizontally. Images are clear and bright even when viewed from an angle, so everyone can gather around the LCD to enjoy on-the-spot recordings. The wide viewing angle is also great for taking high- or low-angle shots.
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AGS (Auto Ground-Directional Standby)*
The O.I.S. linear motor system can detect when the camera is in an unusual shooting position - such as when you've inadvertently left it on in recording mode. In these cases, the camera automatically stops recording, saving both battery power and media storage space.
* In PAL area, the AGS (Auto Ground-Directional Standby) is called the Anti Ground Shooting.
• Set to OFF when shipped from the factory. To turn AGS ON, the setting must be made on the menu screen.
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Focus Assist
This function shows which subjects are in-focus by displaying their outlines in blue. You can easily check the focus on LCD when manually focusing, to ensure consistently clear, sharp images.
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Composition Guide Lines
With wide LCD monitors, it's hard to keep images perfectly level. The HD 90 Series solve this by displaying horizontal and vertical Composition Guide Lines that make it easy to keep the subject straight and level.
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LED Video Light
When the camera determines that the ambient lighting is insufficient, it automatically switches the light on. This illuminates your subject for shooting. The LED (light emitting diode) has low power consumption, a long service life, and the safety of a low operating temperature.
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Color Night Rec/Colour Night View
Leave the light off. Color Night Rec/Colour Night View gives you images with color even in dim lighting (1 lx).
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World Time
Setting the time is as easy as selecting a city from the displayed map. The World Time function lets you set the time for two cities, home and destination. You don't have to figure out the time difference at your destination, and it's easy when you get home.
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Auto Lens Cover
When the power is turned on, the lens cover automatically opens. When the power goes off, the lens cover closes. You don't have to keep removing and replacing a lens cap - or worry about losing it.
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Specs
| Records Onto |
SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card |
| Image Sensor (Total) |
1/4.1" MOS |
| Total Pixels |
3.32 megapixels |
| F Value |
F1.8(WIDE) / 3.5(TELE) |
| Optical Zoom |
21x |
| Intelligent Zoom |
40x |
| Intelligent Zoom OFF |
26x |
| Digital Zoom 1 |
60x / 1500x (The maximum value of zoom magnification) |
| Focal Length |
2.82-59.2mm |
| Filter Diameter |
41.5mm (When attached to a step-up ring) |
| 35mm Film Camera Equivalent |
28.0-729mm (16:9) [Motion Image]
31.7-730mm (3:2), 28.0-729mm (16:9), 34.2-729mm (4:3) [Still Image] |
| Lens Type |
Panasonic |
| Image Stabilizer |
HYBRID O.I.S. [Optical Image Stabilizer] |
| Still Picture Recording:4:3 |
5.0 megapixels (2592 x 1944) , 1.9 megapixels (1600 x 1200) , .3megapixels (640 x 480) [4:3] |
| Still Picture Recording:3:2 |
4.8 megapixels (2688 x 1792) , 1.9 megapixels (1680 x 1120) [3:2] |
| Still Picture Recording:16:9 |
4.5 megapixels (2816 x 1584) , 2.1 megapixels (1920 x 1080) [16:9] |
| Shutter Speed: Motion Image |
[60i / 60p] Auto Slow Shutter ON : 1/30-1/8000
OFF : 1/60-1/8000 |
| Shutter Speed: Still Image |
1/2-1/2000, video flash: 1/2-1/500 |
| Minimum Illumination |
4.0 lx (1/30 Low Light scene mode)
1 lx (Color Night Rec) |
| Standard Illumination |
1400 lx |
| Focus |
Auto/Manual |
| White Balance |
Auto/Indoor1/Indoor2/Sunny/Cloudy/White Set |
| Iris |
Auto/Manual |
| Backlight Compensation |
Yes |
| LCD Monitor |
3.0" Wide LCD (230,400 dots) |
| Simultaneous Recording |
4.5 megapixels (2816 x 1584) , 2.1 megapixels (1920x1080) [16:9] |
| Creating Still Picture from Motion Picture |
2.1 megapixels (1920 x 1080) [16:9] |
| Microphone |
2-ch Stereo, Zoom Microphone |
| Speaker |
Dynamic type |
| On-Screen Display Language |
English / French / Spanish |
| LED Video Light |
Yes |
| Flash |
Yes |
| Media Remaining Indication |
Yes |
| Signal System |
1080 / 60p, 1080 / 60i, 540 / 30p |
| Recording Mode |
1080/60p (28Mbps/VBR),(1920x1080)
HA(17Mbps/VBR),(1920x1080)
HG(13Mbps/VBR),(1920x1080)
HX(9Mbps/VBR),(1920x1080)
HE(5Mbps/VBR),(1920x1080) |
| Playback Mode |
1080 / 60p (28Mbps / VBR), (1920 x 1080)
HA (17Mbps / VBR) , (1920 x 1080)
HG (13Mbps / VBR) , (1920 x 1080)
HX (9Mbps / VBR) , (1920 x 1080)
HE (5Mbps / VBR) , (1920 x 1080)
iFrame (28Mbps / VBR) , (960 x 540) |
| Image Sensor (Effective)-Motion Image |
1.94 megapixels - 2.61 megapixels [16:9] |
| Image Sensor (Effective)-Still Image |
2.09 megapixels- 2.52 megapixels [3:2]
1.94 megapixels - 2.61 megapixels [16:9]
2.18 megapixels - 2.24 megapixels [4:3] |
| Compression (Recording Format) |
1080 / 60p : MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 (original format)
HA / HG / HX / HE : MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 (AVCHD standard compliant) |
| Audio Compression |
1080 / 60p / HA / HG / HX / HE : Dolby Digital (5.1ch)
iFrame : AAC (2ch) |
| DPOF |
Max. 999 images |
| HDMI |
Yes (mini) |
| USB |
2.0 Hi-Speed |
| Microphone (stereo mini) |
Yes |
| Accessory Shoe |
Yes (Cold) |
| AC Adaptor |
Yes |
| USB Cable |
Yes |
| Stylus Pen |
Yes |
| Included Software |
HD Writer AE 3.0 |
| Rechargeable Battery Pack |
min. 1790 mAh / Lithium-Ion |
| Power Supply |
DC3.6V / 5.0V |
| Power Consumption |
Max. 5.2W (Recording) / Max. 7.7W (Charging) |
| AV Multi |
Yes |
| AV Multi Cable |
Yes |
| Weight (w/o Battery) |
approx. 245g ( 0.54lb) |
| Dimension (W x H x D) |
1.99 x 2.48 x 4.67 [inch] |
| AC Cable |
Yes |
| DC Cable |
included AC Adaptor |
| Shoe adaptor |
Yes |
| Weight (w/o Lens Cap) |
approx. 219g ( 0.48lb) |
| Dimension (W x H x D) w/ Lens |
3.07 x 2.32 x 4.37 [inch] |
| F Value (with 3D Conversion Lens (VW-CLT1)) |
F3.3 |
| Focal Length (with 3D Conversion Lens (VW-CLT1)) |
2.3mm |
| 35mm Film camera Equivalent (with 3D Conversion Lens (VW-CLT1)) |
58mm (16:9) [Motion Image] |
| Minimum Illumination (with 3D Conversion Lens (VW-CLT1)) |
28 lx (1/30) |
| STANDARD ACCESSORIES (with 3D Conversion Lens (VW-CLT1)) |
Lens Front Cap, Lens Rear Cap, Lens Pouch |
- As digital magnification increases, resolution significantly decreases.
WarrantyBrand new retail box,
1 Year Manufacture Warranty |
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