Panasonic has recently announced the HDC-DX1 High Definition video camcorder which designed to keep pace with the ceaseless development in video towards larger TV screens and higher definition video content. Panasonic has set a new image and sound quality standards for today's video cameras by empowering home users with a tool for making their own High Definition recordings. The Panasonic HDC-DXI has a Leica Dicomar lens to minimise harmful reflections with the help of its 13 lens elements in 10 groups, with 21 multi-coated surfaces, and low-dispersion optical glass to reduce chromatic aberration.

Panasonic HDC-DX1 Technical Specifications:

• High-resolution AVCHD format
• Optical Image Stabilizer (O.I.S.) to minimize the effect of the slightest shake of the hands.
• World’s first 5.1-channel surround-sound system with 5 microphones
• Zoom Mic function linking the microphone's action to the camera's action.

The Panasonic HDC-DX1 provides about 40 minutes of High Definition recording on a dual-layer DVD-R disc. You can purchase the HDC- DX1 at a suggested price of $1,399.95 in the month of March 2007.

Panasonic has rolled out yet another video camera, this time though its a DVD camcorder in the form of HDC-DX1. It makes use of 8-cm DVD discs and also is multi-format compatibility camcorder supporting DVD-RAM/-R/-RW and DVD-R double-layer (DL) discs. The HDC-DX1 DVD camcorder will hit the store shelves in Japan on December 15.

The DX1 makes use of the highly acclaimed 3CCD sensor, designed particularly for HD shooting and provides a higher color resolution, which is twice the resolution you would find in any of the conventional sensors. With the high-speed HD signal processor, you can achieve high-quality HD recording and the HD crystal engine processes images twice as quickly as progressive scan CCDs. It also features a 5.1-channel surround sound with five microphones, making you feel like you are truly a part of the scene.

The DX1 also supports AVCHD format and makes use of the newly developed LSI to implement the MPEG4 AVC/H.264 technology used in the AVCHD format. It includes the proprietary Optical Image Stabilizer (O.I.S.), an image stabilizer technology that corrects blurring caused by hand-shake without compromising the image quality and thereby ensuring great images even when there is an unintended hand-shakes while shooting. As of now the camcorder is heading towards Japan and will be available in Japan on december 15th. No word on the pricing as yet. We will keep you updated.

Panasonic engineers have managed to come up with the World's first SD memory card HD video camera in the form of HDC-SD1. It can capture 1080i HD images onto SD/SDHC memory cards and can record up to 90 minutes of HD images on a 4 GB SDHC Memory Card in HE mode (approx. 6 Mbps).

Measuring 74 x 69 x 142 mm, the HDC-SD1 is the world's smallest and lightest HD video camera to date (As a consumer HD video camera which supports the AVCHD format). Users can enjoy the luxury of recording and playback of high-resolution digital images and 5.1-channel surround sound, thanks to the AVCHD format compatibility, an HD digital video camera recording format Panasonic developed with Sony sometime ago.

The HDC-SD1 boasts of a 3CCD imaging system designed particularly for HD shooting, provides a higher color resolution which is more than double the resolution of conventional image sensors. This in turn helps the users to use the camera n get great images even under low light conditions as low as six lux. Also the newly developed LSI helps to implement the MPEG4 AVC/H.264 technology used in the AVCHD format.

Perhaps the most talked about feature is the microphone zoom function, wherein the microphone zooms simultaneously as the camera zooms in on the subject and records the sound around the subject in the distance. Certainly one hell of a feature to boast off!. Other additional features include, 1.7 second quick start-up, "black-box" technologies and Optical Image Stabilizer. The HDC-SD1 will hit the shelves in Japan on December 1 and will be available at a suggested price of 1,300.00 euros.

If you're in the world of broadcasting, Panasonic has a slew of goodies on offer for you, in its line-up of P2 HD family. Starting with the 2/3" AJ-HPC2000, a shoulder-mount camcorder (currently available), it offers an affordable HD camcorder.

Implementing the 3CCD system coupled with 14-bit A/D processing, the AJ-HPC2000 comes with a HD-progressive 2/3" CCD that can record in 720p, 1080i or 480i with a special emphasis on low-light recording. With five P2 slots, and hot-swapping capability, you are all set for continuous recording.

With each P2 card providing 8GB, and a total of 5 such cards, you can record up to 40 minutes of full HD quality video. Other recording options include loop record and pre-record. An SD card slot is also available - useful when you want to replicate setup information in multi-camera productions.

Targeted for a Q1 2007 release, the Panasonic AJ-HPC2000 camcorder carries a price tag of US $27,000. Access Broadcastbuyer.tv.

The Panasonic PV-GS29 features DV output (firewire) for trouble-free digital connection to compatible PCs or digital video editing equipment to extend the capabilities beyond imagination. The rendering images through color viewfinder and magnification of subject using 30x optical zoom and 1000 digital zoom makes the model a tremendous success. The model also boasts an easy to use navigation with joystick that makes the camera much easier to use, letting you control all basic operations with one hand. Built-in LED light one can capture crispy and vibrant pictures even if light elucidation is insufficient.

Any neophyte can use it with instant help. You just need switch on the Help mode and select the icon and hey presto, details are explained for you on the LCD monitor. Now there is no need to even skim over for reading the operating manual. This all can featured packed Camcorder could be your for an amount $299.95 but you guys need to hold on you excitement till its availability in February.

This highly-acclaimed 3CCD camcorder Panasonic PV-GS500 uses imaging system used in Panasonic’s professional broadcast equipment, resulting in 540 lines of spectacular resolution. The advantage of 3CCD technology is that every individual CCDs is used to capture the red, green and blue colors that compose an image for stunning, true-to-life pictures with amazing color reproduction.

The model renders super brilliant and spanking tone picture quality even in muted dim light by offering enhanced low-light sensitivity with a bright F1.6 Leica lens and large 1/4.7” CCDs. The still images are captured with a 4 mega-pixel quality. With its 12x optical zoom distant images can be captured bringing it close and even without compromising on the quality as the camcorder uses Optical Image Stabilization. Panasonic PV-GS500 is certain to deliver images with film-like quality using manual focus ring and Pro Cinema mode (30 fps progressive recording).

Panasonic PV-GS180 is mid range camcorder featuring a 2.5” LCD and color viewfinder giving the options to consumers for targeting the subject with brilliant precision. 10x optical zoom along with the 700 digital zoom leveraging the power of magnification to an astonishing extent makes it possible even to take images of subjects really close up. It also features 2.3 mega-pixel still image recording. To bump up the capabilities of product, the two stunning features DV output, SD Memory Card slot are also integrated. The DV output will let you broadcast the digital quality video to friends and relatives while the SD Memory Card slot expands the storage capacity of camcorders when you feel it’s exhausted and you need more.

Individual CCDs are used to capture the red, green and blue colors that compose an image for stunning, and fresh tenor pictures with noteworthy color reproduction. The PV-GS300 also has a pop-up flash and records stills to SD cards like the rest of the Panasonic line.

The entrenchment of 2.7” 16:9 LCD with the stylish and ergonomic design renders true-to-life images. The 3.1 mega-pixel still image recording is catalyst of such an image that is to be pleased about. The come along of IR remote also adds to the portability of camcorder.

The support for USB 2.0 connectivity to numerous of compatible devices using the supplied USB cable and MotionDV Studio video editing software also add-on to the super feature gallery of the product.

It’s amazingly classy well built with a light weight of just 120g make you feel like it’s just made for you. Along with portability just being one of the items in features list, it is also awarded Best of Innovations Award in the Eco Design category in the annual Innovations Awards competition hosted by the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA).

The product through the use of the low-gravity circuit technology makes it possible to achieve reduced power consumption. This enables the SV-AV50 to consume 32 percent less wattage in operating power: consumes 0.1 watts only.

The Mega O.I.S (Optical Image Stabilizer) suppresses hand shake in both still and motion pictures along with the LEICA DICOMAR lens and Crystal Engine support promises best high-quality movies and stills. With incredible 3.1Megapixel proves powerful for the still picture. With 10x optical zoom you can bring closer the subject and can concentrate on 2.7” large with 16:9 aspect ratios LCD. For add on storage media you can use SD Memory Card slot to put in your memory card. VDR-D300 supports high-speed USB 2.0 and comes packed with USB cable and video editing software.

The large LCD size of 2.7” renders the splendid image displays that are captured with 6:9 widescreen format recording technology. Even faraway object can be shot with superior sharpness and color staging with camcorders 10x optical zoom. The SD Memory Card slot facilitates enhanced memory feature. Support for high-speed USB 2.0 connectivity adds to the limit of features by connecting to any PC with in box provided USB cable and video editing software.

The super attributed camcorder has the capability of 30x optical zoom hence making it possible to appear distant subjects enlarged and appear to be right up close hence allowing vibrant shots of both motion and still pictures. The ability to capture still images at a resolution of up to 1640 x 480 pixels is remarkable.

The subject can be targeted using either 2.5” high resolution rendering LCD or using the color view finder. Built in LED light, DVD Movie Album, DVD fun Studio and Imx 2 software altogether with many more to elaborate vivid features makes the product a stunning features camcorder among the same competitive range of products. SD Memory Card slot to make sure the capability of adding up more memory to VDR-D200.

The shutter speed of between 1/60 and 1/3000 of a second wouldn’t fail in taking every precious sporadically moment. No true 16:9 video mode is available nevertheless the cinema mode can crop the video for the analogous effect.

It offers whole hosted advanced functions along with easy-to-use navigation and fabulous features surely to attract to a wide-ranging continuum of consumers.
You will definitely going to appreciate how Panasonic makes it easy to capture life’s loved & precious moments. The nice blend of ergonomic & flamboyant design, with digital imaging resourcefulness leverages PV-GS59 for an ease of point-and-shoot feature with high-performance.

The MiniDV tapes now load sideways, from the left side, rather than the top in this low-height, compact design model.

The proprietary MPEG2 engine of Panasonic is a wide-range, high-precision search engine that produces smooth, striking motion pictures by precisely recording the differences in each frame and rendering fast, complex motions such as capturing the fast action in sport events. SD Memory Card slot and SD card USB reader/writer are also on the feature list along with powerful zoom of 30x optical zoom.

The PV-GS59 is estimated to be available in March for the cheapest in range price of $379.95.

The HVX200 can take videos in 21 formats, and can record high-definition video in 1080i and 720p DVCPRO HD quality. This just beats the pants off other camcorders. One of the main advantages with the DVCPRO format, of course, is that each frame can be separately edited thanks to the intra-frame compression implemented.

The camera comes with two P2 card slots for storage. A huge plus point with P2 is that there are no moving parts in the recording path making it resistant to environmental conditions. You also have the option to choose DV tapes for storage thanks to the inclusion of the Mini-DV tape drive.

A feature-packed camcorder, the HVX200 allows you to shoot fast or slow action in 720p at different frame rates. Weighing in at just over five pounds, it is housed in a magnesium alloy diecast chassis making it rugged.

The barebones HVX200 is available for US $5,995, while for $6,995 you get the camera and two 4GB P2 cards. If you want a couple of 8GB P2 cards, shell out $9,995. More info is available from Panasonic's website.

Panasonic unveiled their new Mini DV Digital Camcorder, the AG-DVX100B, an udpated version of the popular AG-DVX100A and AG-DVX100 series of Mini-DV camcorders. This is the first cammy that fully complies with RoHS directive (which will be mandatory in Europe from July 2006) to build products free from lead, arsenic and other harmful substances.

Professional movie-making is possible with the AG-DVX100B, with such features as camera-to-camera time-code sync. The large electronic viewfinder houses a 16:9 letter-box display mode capable of 235,000 pixels, and the camera provides a 3.5" LCD display (210,000 pixels) for preview. The improved video S/N allows for recording during low light conditions.

The new prism guarantees more realistic color reproduction. Color matrix settings include Norm, Enriched, Fluor and Cine. With a magnesium alloy diecast chassis, the AG-DVX100B weighs in about 4.4 pounds. The package includes a battery, AC adapter/charger, mic holder, remote control, lens cap and manual.

Priced at US $3,995, more info about the Panasonic AG-DVX100B is available from Panasonic's website.