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Panasonic HDC-SD5

Description: Model ID HDC-SD5EG-K / Panasonic HDC-SD5EG-K - Camcorder - High Definition - Widescreen Video Capture - 560 Kpix - optical zoom: 10 x - ... more

Panasonic HDC-SD5 ... supported memory: MMC, SD, SDHC - flash card - black / The SD5 features Advanced O.I.S. and the 3CCD camera system. Advanced O.I.S. prevents blurry images caused by unsteady hands as you shoot, so images are clear, sharp and beautiful when displayed on a big TV screen. The 3CCD camera system is used in most professional broadcasting equipment because it draws out the full potential of the camera's high image quality.

One of the functions, called Pre-Rec, simplifies shooting and prevents mistakes. Pre-Rec records the image for 3 seconds before you even start shooting, so you're sure to capture unexpected actions that you would otherwise miss. Intelligent Contrast Control helps render natural-looking, highly nuanced images with proper contrast.

The USB Host function lets you use a DVD burner 1 to copy and play recorded images in their original AVCHD format. The data can also be easily edited on a PC by using the included software, and the finished result can be saved onto a DVD disc or other media in either AVCHD or MPEG-2 format.

Newest Review: ... works great with iMovie, and so I hear Final Cut, too. Many camcorders are PC only, so if you have a mac and are shopping ... more

... around be careful. With the HDC-SD5EG-K its as easy as opening iMovie and clicking 'import from camera' The camera itself is easy to use, the wide LCD display is clear for shooting, and the menu functions appear here too. The only thing I would say is that the joystick used to navigate is a little bit fiddly, but that could just be because I have large hands. Also the camera is pretty tiny and doesn't fit comfortably in my hands at least. However I wouldn't be put off from this camera at all, it is a great price for a ...more

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Price Comparison for Panasonic HDC-SD5

	Panasonic HDC-SD5 High Definiton SD CardCamcorder - Silver Last Update 23.11.2009 05:46	£ 430.99

Panasonic HDC-SD5 High Definiton SD CardCamcorder - Silver

Last Update 23.11.2009 05:46

£ 430.99

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Panasonic HDC-SD5: Top Brand HD Camcorder at a low price (223 words)
by - written on 07/08/08 (Very useful, 221 readings)
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I have owned this camera for just over a month now, and despite having some issues with the memory card to start it now works fine and I am very pleased with it. Firstly if you are a mac user, this camera works great with iMovie, and so I hear Final Cut, too. Many camcorders are PC only, so if you have a mac and are shopping around be careful. With the HDC-SD5EG-K its as easy as opening iMovie and clicking 'import from camera' The camera itself is easy to use, the wide LCD display is clear for shooting, and the menu functions appear here too. The only thing I would say is that the joystick used to navigate is a little bit fiddly, but that could just ... Read the complete review

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Reliability:	100%	Ease of use:	75%
Sound quality:	75%	Features:	100%
Picture quality:	100%	Battery life:	50%

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Technical Details for Panasonic HDC-SD5

Product Description	Panasonic HDC-SD5EG-K - camcorder - flash card
Product Type	Camcorder - 1080i - Widescreen Video Capture
Dimensions (WxDxH)	6.5 cm x 13.5 cm x 6.7 cm
Weight	340 g
Colour	Black
Media Type	Flash card
Supported Flash Memory	MultiMediaCard, SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card
Sensor Resolution	560 Kpix
Effective Sensor Resolution	Video: 520 Kpix
Shooting Modes	Digital photo mode
Lens System	10 x zoom lens - 3 mm - 30 mm - f/1.8-2.8
Focus Adjustment	Automatic, manual
Digital Zoom	700 x
Image Stabiliser	Optical
Camera Flash	Built-in flash
Microphone	Microphone - built-in - stereo
Display	LCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.7" - colour
Supported Battery	1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery - 1320 mAh ( included )