Capture All the Beauty in Every Scene. The Panasonic Camcorder Line-up.
FULLHIGHDEFINITION
For Scenes You'll Want to Enjoy Forever
SD9
*
32GB worth of SD/SDHC Memory Card is included, which may come as 1 x32GB
*
SDHC Memory Card, or 2 x 16GB SDHC Memory Cards.
HS9
HDD + SD Card Hybrid!
60GB
HDD
•SD/SDHC Memory Card is not included.
*1 *2
World's smallest and lightest*1 FHD model
Record full high-definition images onto a convenient SD card
0.6 sec
Quick Start
*Progressive 1080/25p
2.7" Wide Viewing
Angle LCD
*1 For 3CCD camcorders complying with AVCHD standards, as of January 6, 2008.
Hybrid HD model with 60GB hard disk holds over 7.5 hours*2 of recording
Record full high-definition images onto an SD card or hard disk
*
*Progressive 1080/25p
2.7" Wide Viewing
Angle LCD
0.6 sec
Quick Start
Bring the Fun of Shooting Video Everywhere You Go
10x
Optical Zoom
Easy Copying and
Playback with the BN1E
10x
Optical Zoom
Easy Copying and
Playback with the BN1E
*2 In Highest Quality (HA) mode
STANDARD DEFINITION
MPEG2
SW20
SD Card
-Silver
•4GB SD/SDHC Memory Card is included.
S7
•4GB SD/SDHC Memory Card is included.
*1 32GB Optional *2 Usable capacity will be less. *3 IEC60529 IPX8 *4 MIL-STD-810F METHOD 516.5 SHOCK *5 IEC60529 IP5X
*6 Waterproof and dustproof characteristics have been evaluated by TUV Rheinland. *7 IEC60529/EN60529 IPX4 Splash proof
-Silver-Black
-Red
Included
SD Card
Included
An SD card model that is tough, waterproof and shockproof
3
*
Easy Copying to DVD
Shockproof
*
up to 1.2 m
Disc with the BN1
4
Dustproof
2.7" Wide LCD
5
*
10x
Optical Zoom
MPEG 2
(DVD Quality)
Waterproof
up to 1.5 m
0.6 sec
Quick Start
A stylish, smart SD card model you'll want to take everywhere
10x
Optical Zoom
MPEG 2
(DVD Quality)
0.6 sec
Quick Start
One-Touch
DVD Copying
2.7" Wide LCD
*6
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Enjoy Longer Non-Stop Shooting Fun
STANDARD DEFINITION
MPEG2
H280
•SD/SDHC Memory Card is not included.
H60
•SD/SDHC Memory Card is not included.
H40
•SD/SDHC Memory Card is not included.
HDD + SD Card Hybrid!
30GB
HDD
HDD + SD Card Hybrid!
60GB
HDD
HDD + SD Card Hybrid!
40GB
HDD
30GB hard disk model lets you keep on shooting with up to 7 hours* of recording time,
and captures beautiful 3CCD images
*
10x
Optical Zoom
3.1M Still Picture
Recording
2.7" Wide LCD
LED Video Light
* In Highest Quality (XP) mode
60GB hard disk model lets you keep on shooting with up to 14 hours* of recording time,
plus 50x zoom power with image stabilisation
*
50x
Optical Zoom
One-Touch DVD
Copying
2.7" Wide LCD
2.1 sec
Quick Start
* In Highest Quality (XP) mode
40GB hard disk model for extended shooting fun with up to 9 hours* of recording time,
plus 42x zoom power and image stabilisation
*
42x
Optical Zoom
One-Touch DVD
Copying
2.7" Wide LCD
2.1 sec
Quick Start
* In Highest Quality (XP) mode
STANDARD DEFINITION
Easy to Shoot, Easy to View, Easy to Enjoy
MPEG2
D50
•SD/SDHC Memory Card and DVD disc are not included.
GS330
miniDV Tape
•SD/SDHC Memory Card and miniDV tape are not included.
SD Card8-cm DVD
Still Only
SD Card
Still Only
DVD model with powerful 42x zoom and image stabilisation
*
42x
Optical Zoom
2.7" Wide LCD
Have More Fun with the Videos You've Already Made
DV tape model that captures beautiful 3CCD images
*
10x
Optical Zoom
3.1M Still Picture
Recording
2.7" Wide LCD
1.7 sec
Quick Start
STANDARD DEFINITION
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The remarkable clarity and detail of Full-HD
progressive* images give you the beautiful
*Progressive 1080/25p
memories you'll enjoy forever
High Definition – A Future of Beautiful Memories
High Definition vs. Standard Definition: What's the Difference?
HD images contain 5 times as much information as
standard images. HDTV has 1,080 horizontal scan
lines, SDTV has 576. That translates into much higher
resolution and much finer detail. With HD images on
an HDTV, pictures are so clear and sharp that you
can see textures. The shift in the industry from SDTV
to HDTV is well under way. For shooting once-in-a-
lifetime scenes that you want to capture in full beauty
and enjoy forever, an HD camcorder is the best choice.
• AVCH D is a new st andard fo r recordi ng HD sign als onto memory cards, D VD disc s, and ha rd disks . It uses the H.264 s tandard to achieve more tha n
twice the compre ssion of con ventional M PEG2 and MPE G4 standards. • AVCHD motion i mages reco rded onto an S D Memory C ard or a DVD disc c annot
be pl ayed from a device that d oes not s upport the AVCHD stan dard. • D o not ins ert a d isc conta ining AVCH D-record ed images into a device tha t does
not sup port the AVCHD standard . The disc cannot be p layed on suc h a device, and i t may not be possible to remove the di sc once inser ted.
*In HG (high image quality) mode. 1920 x 1080 full-HD recording with a Panasonic home-use camcorder refers to recording with 1,920 pixels in the horizontal direction and 1,080 pixels in the vertical direction.
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Standard Definition
High Definition
Each strand of hair and individual eyelash
is captured in clear, distinct detail.
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The most precious scenes in life – those you want to enjoy again and again – deserve the beauty only a Full-HD
camcorder can provide. Whether it's a glorious sunset that lights up the sky, a bunch of balloons that fill the air with
dancing colour, or a perfect moment reflected in a loved one's face, you want a camcorder that captures all the beauty
in clear, vivid detail. With their Full-HD 1920 x 1080 progressive images, Panasonic Full HD camcorders give you the
beauty of today's most advanced technology. Whether you choose an SD card model or hard disk drive model, you can
count on beautiful memories that will remain fresh forever. *Progressive scanning refers to the 1080/25p (25 pictures per second) recording format.
HDC-
HS9
Simply Breathtaking: Full-HD 1920 x 1080 Progressive* Images
Why Is the Image Quality So Much Better?
Panasonic Full-HD camcorders record horizontal
pixels at Full-HD resolution of up to 1,920 pixels,
which results in a total of around 2,070,000 pixels.
Panas onic Full-H D camco rders use pro gressi ve
scanning, which provides twice as much data per
picture as conventional interlace scanning. This means
you get images with exceptional resolution and detail.
The 1080/ 25p format used by Panasonic Full-HD
camcorders lets you capture scenes with a rich, film-
like quality. Add it up and you can see why Panasonic
Full-HD camcorders, with their Full-HD 1920 x 1080
progressive* recording, take visual expression a leap
ahead. <See page 8 for details.>
Progressive Scanning
Reproduces all of the image data in a single picture. Patterns
in fabric are crisp and clear, with no colour bleeding.
Interlace Scanning
Only half of the image data is reproduced in each picture. Fabric patterns run together, and flickering appears.
*Progressive scanning refers to the 1080/25p (25 pictures per second) recording format.
HDC-
SD9
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Pick up the world's smallest and lightest*
3CCD Full-HD camcorder –
and enjoy a world of beauty
*For 3CCD camcorders complying with AVCHD standards, as of 6 January, 2008.
SD9
SD Card
Full-HD Camcorder
*1*2
See page 11 for the SD9
Full-High Definition Video
Camera Kit - perfect for
HDC-SD9
*1
Optical Zoom
10x1 h 45 min
2.7" WIDE LCD
Superb colour
reproduction for
natural colour
Precise hand-shake
compensation for
blur-free image
Capture even
delicate, subtle
nuances
High-speed
processing and
noise reduction
*1 32GB worth of SD/SDHC Memory Card is included, which may come as 1 x32GB SDHC Memory Card, or 2 x 16GB SDHC Memory Cards. *2 Usable capacity will be less. *3 This is an approximate figure
when using the 32GB SDHC Memory Card and shooting in HA mode. *4 When using the supplied battery.
Included
0.6 sec
Quick Start
Capture clear,
beautiful faces
Capture voices
over a wide area
Record even before
you begin shooting
No more missed
shooting
opportunities
the complete home cinema
experience.
Maximum Highest
Quality Recording Time
*3
4
h
Battery Life
(Continuous Recording Time
using supplied battery)
*4
*Progressive 1080/25p
World’s Smallest and Lightest*
Use of the super-small SDHC/SD Memory Card helped us create the world's
smallest, lightest 3CCD FullHD camcorder. The SD9 fits
comfortably in the hand and
can be used for long periods
without causing fatigue.
The 60GB hard disk holds over 7 hours* of Full High
Denition memories. When it comes to beauty, the
3CCD camera system makes
a world of difference
*In HA mode.
HS9
HDD/SD Card Hybrid
Full-HD Camcorder
60
GB
HDD
*1*2
HDC-HS9
HDD + SD Card Hybrid
Optical Zoom
10x
2.7" WIDE LCD
Superb colour
reproduction for
natural colour
Precise hand-shake
compensation for
blur-free image
Capture even
delicate, subtle
nuances
High-speed
processing and
noise reduction
*1 Optional *2 Usable capacity will be less. *3 This is an approximate figure when using the 60GB HDD and shooting in HA mode. *4 This is an approximate figure when using the 32GB SDHC Memory Card
and shooting in HA mode. *5 When using the supplied battery.
0.6 sec
Quick Start
*Optional
Capture clear,
beautiful faces
Capture voices
over a wide area
Record even before
you begin shooting
No more missed
shooting
opportunities
Mode (rec. pixels) / Bit rate60GB32GB*216GB*28GB*
HA (1920 x 1080) / 17 Mbps7 h 40 min4 h2 h1 h30 min
HG (1920 x 1080) / 13 Mbps 10 h 10 min 5 h 20 min 2 h 40 min 1 h 20 min40 min
HX (1920 x 1080) / 9 Mbps15 h 20 min8 h4 h2 h 1 h
HE (1440 x 1080) / 6 Mbps23 h12 h6 h3 h1 h 30 min
*1 HDD (60GB) : HS9 only *2 Usable capacity will be less.
•These figures vary depending on the pictures being recorded.
Maximum Highest
Quality Recording Time
7
Motion-Image Recording Times (Approx.) (SD9/HS9)
h 40min
*3
HDD*
h*4
4
1
Battery Life
(Continuous Recording Time
using supplied battery)
1 h 35min
SDHC Memory Card
*5
*Progressive 1080/25p
2
4GB*
2
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Film-like beauty: Captures more data to deliver richer images
HS9SD9
Digital Cinema Mode
*
1920 x 1080 progressive 1080/25p
Set the SD9 or HS9 to Digital Cinema mode and shoot
in the 1920 x 1080 progressive 1080/25p format (25
*Progressive 1080/25p
get lifelike images in film-like
quality.
*When using a TV that is compatible with x.v.Color, images that are recorded in Digital Cinema Colour mode will have a wider colour range than conventional images. *The colour range varies depending on the TV.
pictures per second). Progressive scanning captures
clear, vibrant images with intricate detail. You also
Images are rich and vibrant,
just like at the movies.
Digital Cinema Colour*
This mode automatically switches the
camcorder to the Digital Cinema Colour
range, which approaches the digital
cinema colour range used in Hollywood
di git al m ovi e produ ctio n. Colo urs
reco rded in thi s mode look more
vivid than those recorded using the
conventional Panasonic standard. For
example, the subtle reds and yellows
of flowers , and th e greens of leafy
trees are remarkably true to life.
v
'
0.6
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
0.1
0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6
0
Digital cinema colour range
HDTV standard
u
'
Superb colour reproduction – faithful, natural colours with delicate nuances
3CCD Camera System
Most professional broadcasting cameras use
the 3CCD camera system, with its superior
colour reproduction. In a 1CCD system, all
of the incoming light information is processed by the same CCD. The
more advanced 3CCD system uses three distinct CCDs for processing,
so there is absolutely no light loss. The 3CCD camera system draws
out the full potential of full-HD image quality.
CCD
1CCD
Optical Axis
Colour Filter
CCD
3CCD
Optical Axis
Dichroic
Mirrors
B
CCD
R
CCD
G
The skin tone and vegetables
don't look natural,
1CCD
they look artificial.
3CCD
Precise hand-shake compensation: Prevents blurry images caused by unsteady hands as you shoot
Advanced O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabiliser)
Panasonic's Advanced O.I.S. suppresses the effects of hand
shake as you shoot. The system uses gyrosensors to detect
hand shake, then shifts a lens and adjusts the optical axis to
compensate. This all happens a remarkable 4,000 times per
second. And because the system is optical, no image quality
is lost. Thanks to Advanced O.I.S., the
images you capture look incredibly clear,
sharp and beautiful on a big TV screen.
The lens moves up/down or left/right and bends
the incoming light to correct handshake.
O.I.S. Lens
50" Display (Advanced O.I.S. OFF)
Blurry!
Clear!
Both the smiling faces and the background are
crisp and razor -sharp. Even on a bi g screen,
the images are virtually blur-free.
The skin tone and vegetables have
natural colour and look real.
Advanced
O.I.S.
HS9SD9
HS9SD9
ON
A superb optical system that captures even delicate, subtle nuances
HS9SD9
Leica Dicomar Lens
The HD camcord ers boast a Le i c a Di c o m a r
lens. Developed specifically for Full-HD digital
cam co rders, this lens system is made using a
multi-coating process that prevents light reflection
and glare, which can make colours bleed and images appear washed
out. It also prevents rings of light, or "ghosts." *Leica is a registered trademark
of Leica Microsystem IR GmbH, and Dicomar is a registered trademark of Leica Camera AG.
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Washed-out image due to strong light
Multi-coated lens: clear image
with no colour bleeding
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Panasonic's face detection function for recording moving pictures with a video camera
Faces are beautiful - Even in backlit or dark places
NEW
Face Detection
It's difficult to shoot scenes with deep shadows or
large differences bet ween light and dark area s.
The subject often looks too dark, and faces can be
hard to see. Panasonic solves this problem with
Face Detection, a function that automatically adjusts the exposure
according to the ambient brightness, so faces are bright and easy to
see. When the camcorder detects a face in the scene, a square frame
appears around it in the LCD monitor and the exposure is adjusted
to correct the brightness level. The skin tone is also smoothed. Face
Detection can detect up to five faces at once. With Face Detection –
offered for the first time for recording moving pictures with a video
camera – Panasonic makes it easy to capture beautiful faces and clear
backgrounds even in dim or backlit scenes.
The backlit faces are hard
to make out.
FULL HIGH DEFINITION
HS9SD9
Faces are bright and sharp.
Magnificent shots every time – when shooting, when viewing
NEW
Intelligent Shooting Guide / Selection Playback
When Shooting Intelligent Shooting Guide
This convenient function helps you choose the best
shooting settings. It displays a text message in the LCD monitor,
telling you which settings are best for the current conditions.
Fast Pan/Tilt:
CAMERA PANNING IS TOO FAST
Backlighting:
USE INTELLIGENT CONTRAST
Low Light:
USE LOW LIGHT MODE
It is so dark, the subject
looks dull and unattractive.
A message is displayed telling
you to use Low Light mode.
Hand Swing:
USE O.I.S.
Cancel Backlighting:
CANCEL INTELLIGENT CONTRAST
Cancel Low Light:
CANCEL LOW LIGHT MODE
Wh en se t to Lo w Ligh t
mode, the shot is beautiful.
Images are recorded
even before you begin shooting
HS9SD9
Pre-Rec Function
This clever 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 onto the SDHC/SD Memory Card or hard disk begins.
This ensures that you won't miss the start of a moment you want to
record, such as when an event begins all of a sudden.
HS9SD9
In Playback Intelligent Shooting Selection Playback
Poor or accidental shots (such as shots of the ground or overly dark
scenes) are skipped, and all normal scenes are played.
With the SD9 and HS9, setting the time is as easy as selecting a city
from the displayed map. The World
Timer 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.
Without
Pre-Rec.
With
Pre-Rec.
The starting
scene is missing.
3 seconds priorTime
Starts backing up in the internal memory
*The camera must be aimed at the subject in advance.
REC Button On!
No more missed shooting opportunities!
HS9SD9
0.6 sec Quick Start
In Quick Start mode*, the SD9 and HS9 are ready to record 0.6 second
after the LCD is opened. You’re always ready to capture the moment,
even when the unexpected occurs. *This mode can be selected from the menu.
OFF
Open
ON
Power turns on
automatically
when you open the LCD!
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Capturing voices over a wide area for a more lifelike sound
5.1-Channel Surround Sound System & Zoom Microphone
HS9SD9
5 Microphones and 5.1-Channel Surround Sound
Panasonic Full-HD camcorders are equipped with
five electret condenser microphones. The centre
microphone helps capture the sound source and
distance accurately, so you get a more 3-dimensional effect than you
get with conventional systems, which capture all sounds from the
front. You get a realistic sound space that's a perfect match with the
true-to-life Full-HD images. *Manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Wide ModeZoom ModeFocus Mode
Zoom Mode
In Zoom mode the microphones are linked to the lens action. When you zoom
in on a subject, the microphones focus on the sound in that same direction.
Focus Mode
In this mode the microphones focus on sounds coming from right in
front of you, even when the lens is not zooming.
1x10x
Look Mom!
Such beautiful dancing!
The sound zooms together with the image.The sound zooms even when the image dosen't.
Look Mum!
Such beautiful dancing!
Capture those spur-of-the-moment scenes
NEW
25 Frames/Second High-Speed Burst Shooting
Both the SD9 and HS9 feature high-speed burst shooting at a fast 25
frames per second. In three seconds, you can shoot up to 72 still shots.
High-speed burst shooting is especially useful for shooting fast-moving
objects or capturing spontaneous moments, such as in sports events
and car races. Or use it to analyse your golf swing or tennis stroke.
Look Mum!
Such beautiful dancing!
HS9SD9
Prevents wash-out to provide more natural contrast
Intelligent Contrast Control
By detecting the intensity of the ambient
li g h t and ad j ust i ng th e ex p os u r e
accordingly, Intelligent Contrast Control prevents blown highlights
and blocked shadows. This helps render natural-looking, high
detailed images with proper contrast. Even when you're shooting
directly toward the light source – a very challenging situation in
photography – Intelligent Contrast Control lets you capture clear
images with enhanced depth.
The LCD is easy to see from any angle
HS9SD9
Wide Viewing Angle
With 300,000 dots and exceptional detail, the new LCD is among the
best in the industry. The viewing angle is 170° both vertically and
horizontally, so everyone can gather around and easily see the images
you just shot. The wide
viewing angle is also a
bi g help w h en you 're
ta king hig h-angl e or
low-angle shots.
The detail is so fine, you can even check
the club head angle as it strikes the ball.
Without Intelligent Contrast Control
Blocked shadow (no distinguishable features)
The man facing the sun is fine, but the
woman under the umbrella is in a shadow
- you can't see anything there.
With Intelligent Contrast Control
Visible
The contrast looks natural. The woman under
the umbrella has been brightened without
making the background appear washed out.
VisibleVisible
High-speed processing: An imaging engine that handles the
vast amount of data in full-HD images
HD Crystal Engine
Pan a s oni c too k th e adva n c e d im ag i ng
circuitry used in our professional equipment
an d ada pte d it fo r ho m e use. The
res ult is the HD Crystal Engin e – a
high-speed processing unit that not
only handles huge volumes of data,
but also suppresses noise to deliver
exceptionally smooth images.
HS9SD9
HS9SD9
HD Crystal Engine
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FULL HIGH DEFINITION
FULL HIGH DEFINITION
*Progressive 1080/25p
SD CARD VIDEO CAMERA KIT
Perfect for the complete home cinema experience
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View Images in Beautiful Full-HD, and Archive Your Recordings Easily
Vi e w i n g
SD9/HS 9
Connect to an HDTV via an HDMI mini Cable
– For Breathtaking HD
Just connect your video camera to an HDTV and you're ready for
high-definition viewing. If your TV is HDMI*1 compatible, a single
HDMI mini cable is all you need. When using a video component
cable, you need a separate audio cable. *1 HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-
Defi nition Mult imedia Interface are trade marks or registere d tra demarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC.
Vi e w i n g
SD9/HS 9
HDC-SD9
HDMI mini Terminal
HDMI mini cable (optional)
Video component cable and
AV cable (included)
View Recordings by Simply Inserting the SD Card into an SD Card Slot
Si mpl y take th e SDHC/ SD Me m o ry Card fro m your Ful lHD camcorder and slip it into the card slot on your selected
Panasonic VIERA PZ series Plasma Television, and you're ready to
view Full-HD images recorded in the AVCHD format. *With other SD
card slot-equipped VIERA models, you can view JPEG format still images.
HDC-SD9
HDTV
VIERA (PZ) series
Connect your SD9 or HS9 to a VIERA TV or compatible Blu-ray Disc player via an HDMI mini cable, and you can control both units
in synchronised operation with a single remote control. This kind of simple, easy operation makes it even more fun to view your
recordings.
that this function applies only to equipment that is compatible with VIERA Link, and that VIERA Link does not let you control every function of all connected equipment.
Motion-Image Recording Times (Approx.) (SD9/HS9)
Mode (rec. pixels) / Bit rate60GB32GB*216GB*28GB*
HA (1920 x 1080) / 17 Mbps7 h 40 min4 h2 h1 h30 min
HG (1920 x 1080) / 13 Mbps 10 h 10 min 5 h 20 min 2 h 40 min 1 h 20 min40 min
HX (1920 x 1080) / 9 Mbps15 h 20 min8 h4 h2 h 1 h
HE (1440 x 1080) / 6 Mbps23 h12 h6 h3 h1 h 30 min
*1 HDD (60GB) : HS9 only *2 Usable capacity will be less.
•These figures vary depending on the pictures being recorded.
*We recommend using SD Memory Cards and SDHC Memory cards conforming to class 2 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating or the following SD Memory Cards made by Panasonic for motion-image recording.
*Please confirm the latest information about SD/SDHC Memory Cards that can be used for motion-image recording, on the following website. http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs/e_cam (This website is in English only.)
*With VIERA Link, a control signal sent through the HDMI cable allows linked operation of a VIERA TV, compatible DIGA recorder, and the SD9 or HS9. Please note
HDD*
1
SDHC Memory Card
2
4GB*
Number of Recordable Still Pictures (Approx.) (SD9/HS9)
2
Image Quality
1920 x 1080 pixels
(16:9) 2.1 Mega
• High Picture Quality Normal Picture Quality
• These figures vary depending on the subject being photographed. *Usable capacity will be less.
Capacity
HDDSDHC Memory Card
60GB*16GB*8GB*4GB*
554701347066903290
8717021170105205160
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FULL HIGH DEFINITION
Archivi ng and View ing
SD9/HS 9
Use a DVD Burner to Create and Play Back a DVD
Arch i v in gVi e w i ng
can then copy recordings from the SD Memory Card to a DVD disc,
maintaining their original Full-HD format, by simply pressing a
button.
HDC-SD9
Ed i ti ng a n d Arc hi vi n g
The SD9's USB Host function lets you connect
directly to a DVD burner via a USB cable. You
Burning!
Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)
DVD Burner (VW-BN1E)
SD9/HS 9
DVD Burner
(VW-BN1)
*The 12-cm DVD discs that you create with a DVD burner can be played on a Blu-ray Disc player.
Archive Recordings by Selecting the Format
with a PC and Burning Them onto a DVD
The software included with the HD camcorder lets you burn FullHD recordings from an SD Memory Card onto a DVD disc, using
your PC. You can make a copy either in the original high-definition
AVCHD format, or in the standard-definition DVD-Video format.
Choose the one that matches your playback equipment.
HDC-SD9
To view the disc you just burned, simply connect
the SD9 or HS9 to an HDTV via an HDMI mini cable.
Playing!
Hi-Speed USB
(USB 2.0)
Hi-Speed USB
(USB 2.0)
HDC-SD9
HDMI mini cable
(optional)HDTV
DVD-VIDEO
High Definition
Blu-ray Disc Player
DVD Player
Standard Definition
Easy Editing Gives You More Ways to Enjoy Video
HD Writer 2.5E
SD9/HS 9
The SD9 and HS9 also come with software that makes it easy to edit your
recordings using a PC. When editing, mistaken photos such as shots of the
ground or shots with hand-shake can be automatically cut* to speed up the
process. After editing, you can copy the results to a DVD disc in either the
AVCHD or the MPEG2 format. Choose the one that best suits your playback
equipment or how you intend to use your recordings. This easy-to-use software
gives you more creative ways to enjoy the recordings you make.
able to read the shooting information detected by the Intelligent Shooting Guide/Selection Playback function.
System Requirements (SD9, HS9)
InterfaceUSB port (Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0))USB port
OS
CPU
Mac OS X 10.4
HD Writer 2.5ECard Reader Function (Mass Storage)
Windows® 2000 SP4
Windows® XP SP2
Windows Vista® Home Basic/Home
Premium/Ultimate/Business
Intel® Pentium® III 1.0 GHz or higher
<When using playback function and
MPEG2 conversion function>
Intel® Core™2 Duo 2.16 GHz or higher,
Intel® Pentium®D 3.2 GHz or higher
recommended. AMD Athlon™ 64 X2
Dual-Core 5200+ or higher
-
Windows® 2000 SP4
Windows® XP SP2
Windows Vista®
Windows® 2000 / Windows® XP:
Intel® Pentium® III 450 MH Hz or higher
or Intel® Celeron® 400 MHz or higher
Windows Vista® : 32-bit (x86) processor,
1 GHz or higher
* HD Writer2.5E is
•Even if th e system requirement s mentio ned in these operating instructio ns are fulfilled, some
persona l RP-CDH M15 (1.5 m) computers cannot b e used. •This software is not compatible with
Microsoft Windows 3.1, Windows 95 , Windows 98, Windows 98 SE, Windows Me and Windows NT. •
The supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only. •Operation on an upgraded OS is not guaranteed.
•When 2 or more USB devices are connected to a PC, o r when devices are connected through USB
hubs or by using extension cables, proper operation is not guaranteed. •Operation on an OS other than
the one pre-installed is not guaranteed. •This software does not support the multi-boot environments.
This s oftware does not support the multi-mo nitor environments. •Operation is not g uaranteed on
Microsoft Windows Vista® Enterprise,W indows XP Media Center Edition, Tablet PC Edition and not
compatible with 64-bit operating systems. •Available with administrator account in Windows 2000 and
Windows XP •Available with administrator account or standard account in WindowsVista® (Installation
and uninstallation of the software requires an administrator account.) •Microsoft and Windows and
WindowsV ista® are either registered t rademarks or tradem arks of Microsoft Corporatio n in the
United States and/or other countries. •Intel®, CoreTM and Pentium® are registered trademarks or
trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States and the other countries. Other names of systems
and products mentioned in these instructions are generally the registered trademarks or trademarks
of the manufacturers who developed the system or product concerned.
Quick & Easy!
The sof tware gui des you
through the simple steps.
You'll find editing easy to do,
even if it's your first time.
Battery Life (Approx.) (SD9/HS9)
VW-VBG 130
VW-VBG 260
VW-VBG 6
•This is a guideline that includes time for operations such as starting and stopping the recording, turning the power on and off, and zooming. •The actual time is shorter.
SD9 (SD Card)1 h 45 min1 h 45 min1 h 45 min1 h 45 min1 h 5 min1 h 5 min1 h 5 min1 h 5 min
HS9 (HDD)1 h 35 min1 h 35 min1 h 35 min1 h 35 min1 h1 h1 h1 h
HS9 (SD Card)1 h 45 min1 h 45 min1 h 45 min1 h 45 min1 h 5 min1 h 5 min1 h 5 min1 h 5 min
SD9 (SD Card)3 h 20 min3 h 20 min3 h 20 min3 h 20 min2 h2 h2 h2 h
HS9 (HDD)3 h3 h3 h3 h1 h 50 min1 h 50 min1 h 50 min1 h 50 min
HS9 (SD Card)3 h 10 min3 h 10 min3 h 10 min3 h 10 min2 h2 h2 h2 h
SD9 (SD Card)8 h 10 min8 h 10 min8 h 10 min8 h 10 min5 h 5 min5 h 5 min5 h 5 min5 h 5 min
HS9 (HDD)7 h 30 min7 h 30 min7 h 30 min7 h 35 min4 h 35 min4 h 35 min4 h 35 min4 h 40 min
HS9 (SD Card)8 h8 h8 h8 h4 h 55 min4 h 55 min4 h 55 min4 h 55 min
HAHGHXHEHAHGHXHE
Continuous Recording TimeActual Recording Time
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Get Ready for Video Action Even in Seawater
The Tough, Active SD Card Camcorder
SW20
*Included
Bring the Fun of Shooting Video Everywhere You Go
SDR-SW20
-Silver
Optica l Zoom
10x
2.7" WIDE LCD
Recording Time
32GB
6
h
40
SD
The Smart,
Water-
proof
up to 1.5 m up to 1.2 m
Recording Time
4GB
*
min
50
SD
Shock-
proof
*
min
* In h ighest qual ity mode (X P Mode)•4GB S DHC Memory Card is incl uded.
Dustproof
-Red
(Continuous Recording Time)
Included
Battery Life
1
h
10
min
*
SDR-S7
-Silver
Optica l Zoom
10x
•4GB S DHC Memory Card is incl uded.
Recording Time
32GB
6
h
SD
2.7" WIDE LCD
*
40
min
*
Included
Recording Time
4GB
50
min
SD
* In h ighest qual ity mode (X P Mode)
(Continuous Recording Time)
*
-Black
Battery Life
1
h
10
min
Compact
SD Card
Camcorder
S7
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STANDARD DEFINITION
Built tough so you can shoot in places never before possible
SW20 Triple Proofing
*Waterproof and dustproof characteristics have been evaluated by TUV Rheinland.
Waterproof up to 1.5 m* Shockproof up to 1.2 m*Dustproof*
Take the SW20 underwater* as deep as 1.5 m
and get some great video shots in the pool or
ocean. Swim along with tropical fish, capture
shots of a beautiful coral reef, or get action
footage of a friend snorkeling. Waterproofing
also means you can shoot in the rain or snow
with no worries.
for more than 30 minutes. IEC60529 IPX8
* Do not use underwater continuously
The SW20 is designed to resist damage even
if dropped from a height of up to 1.2 m. We
for tified the outer body casing, makin g it
thicker for increased rigidity and strength.
Additionally, there is an inner resin chassis
to cushion and protect the main circuit board
and lens. *MIL-STD-810F METHOD 516.5 SHOCK
A dustproof design keeps the SW20 safe even
if handled with dirty hands or used in a place
wit h swir ling dust. The SW20 is protected
against sand too, so you can take it to the
beach or sports field with no worries. And it's
waterproof, so if the body gets dirty you can
simply wash it off with water.
SW20
*IEC60529 IP5X
*
Fun to carry around every day!
Stylish & Compact
Convenie ntly slips in a poc ket or bag. Compact enough to take
everywhere you go. This is one stylish camcorder you’ll never want to
be without.
Dimensions (W x H x D)
S7: 41.0 x 59.0 x 102.0 mm
SW20: 33.8 x 63.4 x 115.4 mm
Weight
S7: 165 g
SW20: 224 g
No more missed shooting opportunities!
0.6 sec Quick Start
The SD camcorder starts up to record quickly. In Quick Start mode*,
the SW20 and S7 begin recording in just 0.6 second from the time
the LCD is opene d. This lets you catch tho se sudde n sho oting
opportunities.
*This mode can be selected from the menu.
Capture even complex motion with precision
MPEG2 Engine
Panasonic's MPEG2 engine is a wide-range, high-precision engine that
produces smooth, beautiful moving pictures. Because it precisely records
the differences in each frame, it can render fast, complex motions with
exceptional precision. The MPEG2 engine also uses the Variable Bit Rate
system that Panasonic adopted for the
high-end DIGA DVD recorder. Giving LP
(long play mode) recordings nearly twice
the resolution captured with previous
Pa nasonic MP E G 2 re c o rding vi d e o
cam eras, this lets the SD camcorder
record clear, smoothly flowing pictures.
S7
Conventional
102 mm
41 mm
LCD OPEN
Model with MPEG2 engine
59
mm
POWER ON!
SW20
SW20
S7
S7
S7SW20
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Images are recorded
even before you begin shooting
S7
Pre-Rec Function
This clever 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 onto the SDHC/SD Memory Card begins. This ensures
that you won't miss the start of a moment you want to record, such as
when an event begins all of a sudden.
Easy shooting at high or low angles
S7SW20
Sub Rec Button
You can freely adjust the angle of the LCD monitor for comfortable
viewing no matter how you're holding the camera. The Sub Rec button
on the side makes it easy to shoot
when you're holding the camera
lo w. Th e butto n s are l a i d out
simply and logically for easy onehand operation.
Sub Rec button
Without
Pre-Rec.
With
Pre-Rec.
Easy time setting – Both on the road and at home
The starting
scene is missing.
3 seconds priorTime
Starts backing up in the internal memory
*The camera must be aimed at the subject in advance.
REC Button On!
S7SW20
World Timer
With the SW20 and S7, setting the time is as easy as selecting a city
from the displayed map. The World Timer 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.
Home
Destination
Select the time zone from the map.
Select the time zone from the map.
The times for the two registered locations can be switched with the
press of a button.
Set New York time for home.
Set London time for destination.
High Angle
Easy archiving with a DVD burner
Low Angle
S7SW20
Easy Copying to a DVD Disc
The SD camcorder has a USB port (host function) that lets you connect
directly to a DVD burner. Copying a recording from an SD card to a
DVD disc is easy as selecting from the menu.
Hi-Speed USB
(USB 2.0)
Optional
DVD Burner (VW-BN1E)
Burning!
For TVs or DVD players
with an SD card slot
S7SW20
View Recordings Easily –
No Cable to Connect
Just take the SDHC/SD card from your SD-Card camcorder and slip it
into selected Panasonic VIERA TVs* or DIGA DVD players*, and you're
ready to view the beautiful video you shot. There are no cables to
worry about.
*MPEG2-compatible model with SDHC/SD Memory Card slot. *On other SD slot-equipped VIERA
models you can view still images.
VIERA
DVD player
TV
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STANDARD DEFINITION
Anyone can enjoy easy, versatile video editing!
S7SW20
MotionSD STUDIO 1.3E
Transfer Data
1
Transfer the motion
Edit
2
Quick and easy
images to your PC
You can transfer the motion-image data from
the SDHC/SD Memory Card right to your PC.
It’s easy to put scenes in a different order and
delete the ones you don't want. This software
also includes a wide variety of video effects.
System Requirements (SW20/S7)
MotionSD STUDIO 1.3ECard Reader Function (Mass Storage)
InterfaceUSB port (Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) recommended) USB port
Windows® 2000 (SP4) (SP4)
Windows® XP (SP2) (SP1/SP2)
Windows Vista® (Home Premium / Home Basic)
CPU
Mac OS X 10.4-
•Microsoft®, Windows® and Windows Vista® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. •Apple® and Mac OS® are trademarks of
Apple Inc. •Other names of systems and products mentioned in these instructions are generally the registered trademarks or trademarks of the manufacturers who developed the system or product concerned.
(including compatible CPUs. Intel® Pentium® 4 1.6GHz or higher recommended)(including compatible CPUs. Intel® Pentium® 4 1.6GHz or higher recommended)
Intel® Pentium® III 800MHz or higher
Save the Results
3
Choose how you want to save it
MPEG2
MPEG1
MPEG4
(ASF)
SD Card
DVD
Video CD
Video Mail
*
You can burn your video production onto a DVD
disc. Or you can convert it to MPEG4 and attach
it to e-mail or post it on a Website.
*Requires CD writing software.
Intel® Pentium® III 450MHz or higher
Motion-Image Recording Times (Approx.) (SW20/S7/S9)
Capacity
Image
Quality
XP (Super Fine)6 h 40 min3 h 20 min 1 h 40 min50 min25 min12 min
SP (Fine)13 h 20 min 6 h 40 min 3 h 20 min 1 h 40 min50 min25 min
LP (Normal)26 h 40 min 13 h 20 min 6 h 40 min 3 h 20 min 1 h 40 min50 min
*Usable capacity will be less. •These figures vary depending on the pictures being recorded.
32GB*16GB*8GB*4GB*2GB*1GB*
SDHC Memory CardSD Memory Card
Battery Life (Approx.) (SW20/S7/S9)
VW-VBJ101 h 10 min40 min
*This is a guideline that includes time for operations such as starting and stopping the recording, turning the power on and off, and zooming. •The actual time is shorter.
Continuous Recording TimeActual Recording Time
Number of Recordable Still Pictures (Approx.) (SW20/S7/S9)
640 x 480
pixels
Capacity
Image
Quality
• High Picture Quality Normal Picture Quality
• These figures vary depending on the subject being photographed. *Usable capacity will be less.
*1 These models cannot record more than 99,999 still pictures onto an SD/SDHC Memory Card.
*We recommend using SD Memory Cards and SDHC Memory cards con formi ng to class 2 or
higher of the SD Speed Class Rating or the following SD Memory Cards made by Panasonic for
motion-image recording.*Please confirm the latest information about SD/SDHC Memory Cards
that can be used for motion-image recording, on the following website.http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs/e_cam (This website is in English only.)
SDHC Memory CardSD Memory Card
16GB*8GB*4GB*2GB*1GB*
1
99999*
99999*199999*
5526027150138206790
1
542902764013580
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Take it on the road. Hard disk offers extended recording time
50x Zoom and Advanced O.I.S.
(Optical Image Stabiliser)
Advanced O.I.S. ON
Advanced O.I.S. ON
50x
50x
1x
Advanced O.I.S. OFF
Advanced O.I.S. OFF
SDR-H60
Enjoy Longer Continuous Shooting
SDR-H280SDR-H60
30GB HDD 60GB HDD
Optica l ZoomOptica l Zoom
10x50x
*1 In highest quality (XP) mode *2 When using the supplied
battery.
Maximum Highest
QualityRecording Time
30GB
7
HDD
*Optional
2.7" WIDE LCD2.7" WIDE LCD2.7" WIDE LCD
Battery Life
(Continuous Recording Time)
*1
h
*2
2
h
*1 In highest quality (XP) mode *2 When using the supplied
battery.
60GB*1 hard disk holds up to 54 hours
Holding as much data as 43 DVD discs, the internal hard
disk lets you record cont inuously for up to 54 hours*2
without changing a disc, tape or other recording media.
*1 A 60GB hard disk utilizes a portion of the storage space for
formatting and other purposes. Usable capacity will be less. 1
GB means 1,000,000,000 bytes." *2 In LP mode
Maximum Highest
QualityRecording Time
60GB
HDD
SDR-H40
*Optional
50x
Optica l
Zoom
Battery Life
(Continuous Recording Time)
*1
14
1
h
Anti-Shock Shield: Helps protect recorded
video data from damage due to jolts and impact
1
The Drop Detect function senses if the camera is falling and moves the head away
from the hard disk.
2
The Floating Structure protects the hard disk should the camera fall or be dropped.
3
The Buffer Memory
*2
h
35
min
automatically backs up data,
40GB HDD
Optica l Zoom
42x
*1 In highest quality (XP) mode *2 When using the supplied
battery.
Maximum Highest
QualityRecording Time
40GB
*1
9
h
HDD
while the camera is falling.
*Optional
42x
Optica l
Zoom
Battery Life
(Continuous Recording Time)
1
h
35
min
*2
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STANDARD DEFINITION
If you have a powerful zoom, you need optical image stabiliser
Advanced O.I.S. and up to 50x Optical Zoom
The 50x zoom lens on the H60 has the power you need to take dramatic close ups or get remarkable
shots of even distant subjects. But with long-distance zoom shots, even a tiny bit of hand shake has
a huge effect on picture quality. That's where image stabilisation comes in. Panasonic's Advanced
O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabiliser) shifts a corrective lens as you shoot to eliminate the effects of hand
shake, so you get clear, sharp, blur-free shots even at high zoom levels. It's an essential feature for
getting the most out of this incredible zoom lens. *The H40 has a 42x optical zoom lens
Advanced O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabiliser)
Panasonic's Advanced O.I.S. is a new image stabilising
function that achieves around eight times higher precision
than our previous system. The system uses gyro-sensors to detect handshake, then shifts a lens and adjusts its optical axis to compensate.
Advanced O.I.S. enables finer, more effective hand-shake compensation.
Easy archiving with a DVD burner
One-Touch DVD Copying
The HDD camcorder's USB Host function lets you connect directly to
a DVD burner via a USB cable. You can then copy recordings from the
hard disk to a DVD disc by simply pressing a button.
SDR-H60
Anyone can enjoy easy, versatile editing!
VideoCam Suite 1.0
50x20x10x2x
Advanced
O.I.S.
OFF
Hi-Speed USB
(USB 2.0)
DVD Burner (VW-BN1E)
Optional
H40H60
SDR-H60
Advanced
O.I.S.
ON
H40H60
Burning!
H40H60H280
Transfer Data
1
Transfer the motion
Edit
2
Quick and easy
images to your PC.
Hi-Speed USB
(USB 2.0)
You can transfer the motion-image data from the SDHC/SD
Memory Card or hard disk right to your PC.
System Requirements (H60/H40)
InterfaceUSB port (Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) recommended) USB port (Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) recommended) USB port (Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) recommended)
Windows® 2000 Professional *
Windows® XP Home Edition/ Professional
Windows Vista® Home Premium/ Home Basic
CPU
Mac OS® X v10.4 *
CPUPowerPC G5 (1.8GHz or higher), Intel® Core Duo, Intel® Core Solo-
*1 The drive operates as Read Only. *2 USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in the OS •The supplied software can not be used on Macintosh. •DirectX will be installed automatically during
installation of the supplied software. •Microsoft®, Windows® and Windows Vista® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United states and/or other countries. •Apple
® and Mac OS® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Apple Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. •Other names of systems and products mentioned in this brochure are usually the
registered trademarks or trademarks of the manufacturers who developed the system or product concerned. •Operation is not guaranteed on Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition, Tablet PC Edition.
Motion-Image Recording Times (Approx.) (H280/H60/H40)
Capacity
Image Quality
XP (Super Fine)
SP (Fine)27 h18 h
LP (Normal)54 h36 h27 h
*Usable capacity will be less. •These figures vary depending on the pictures being recorded.
Battery Life (Approx.) (H280)
Capacity
Battery
CGA-DU122 h 05 min2 h 20 min55 min1 h
CGA-DU142 h 30 min2 h 45 min1 h 05 min1 h 15 min
CGA-DU213 h 45 min4 h 10 min1 h 40 min1 h 50 min
VW-VBG1302 h2 h 15 min55 min1 h
VW-VBG2604 h 05 min4 h 35 min1 h 50 min2 h
VW-VBG69 h 25 min10 h 35 min4 h 15 min4 h 45 min
Battery Life (Approx.) (H60/H40)
Capacity
Battery
VW-VBG070A1 h 35 min1 h 45 min50 min55 min
VW-VBG1302 h 55 min3 h 10 min1 h 30 min1 h 45 min
VW-VBG2605 h 50 min6 h 20 min3 h 05 min3 h 35 min
VW-VBG613 h 25 min14 h 30 min7 h 10 min8 h 15 min
•This is a guideline that includes time for operations such as starting and stopping the recording, turning
the power on and off, and zooming. •The actual time is shorter.
HDDSDHC Memory CardSD Memory Card
60GB*40GB*30GB* 16GB* 8GB* 4GB*2GB*1GB*
14 h
9 h7 h
13 h 30 min
Continuous Recording TimeActual Recording Time
HDDSDHDDSD
Continuous Recording TimeActual Recording Time
HDDSDHDDSD
Windows® 2000 / XP: Intel® Pentium® II 300MHz or higher Windows Vista® : Intel® Pentium® III 1.0GHz or higher
3 h 20 min 1 h 40 min
6 h 40 min 3 h 20 min 1 h 40 min
13 h 20 min
6 h 40 min 3 h 20 min 1 h 40 min
It’s easy to put scenes in a different order and delete
the ones you don't want.
*
*
1
2
2
2
2
50 min 25 min
50 min
Built-in SD Drive*
50 min 25 min 12 min
2
2
2
2
Capacity
Capacity
1
SDHC Memory Card
Built-in HDD Drive*
*
*
*
*
Number of Recordable Still Pictures (Approx.) (H280)
ImageQuality
2048 x 1512 pixels
(3.1 MB)
1920 x 1080 pixels
[16:9] (2 MB)
1280 x 960 pixels
(1 MB)
640 x 480 pixels
(0.3 MB)
Number of Recordable Still Pictures (Approx.) (H60/H40)
ImageQuality
640 x 480 pixels
(0.3 MB)
640 x 360 pixels
[16:9] (0.2 MB)
• Hig h Picture Quality Normal Picture Qualit y •These figures vary depending on the
subject being photographed. *Usable capacity will be less.
•We recommen d using SD Memory Cards and SDHC Memory cards conform ing to c lass2 or
higher of the SD Speed Class Rating or the following SD Memory Cards made by Panasonic for
motion-image recording. Please confirm the latest information about SDHC/SD Memory Cards
that can be used for motion-image recording, on the following website. http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs/e_cam (This website is in English only.)
Save the Results
3
Save it onto a DVD disc
MPEG2
When you’re finished with your video production, you can resave
the edited version onto an SD Memory Card and a DVD disc.
*1 In highest quality mode (XP) *2 When using the supplied
battery.
Multi-Format Recording
(DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD-R DL, DVD-R)
You can choose whichever type of disc works
best with your DVD player or recorder.
DVD
-RAM
DVD
-RW
DVD
-R DL
DVD
-R
42x
Optica l
Zoom
2.7" WIDE LCD
Maximum Highest
QualityRecording Time
DVD
36
min
RAM
(Continuous Recording Time)
*1
Battery Life
1
h 5 min
*2
Easy Shooting, Easy Viewing
Quick, easy operation.
1
The DVD camcorder automatically finds a
blank section on the disc for recording. The
index screen makes it easy to search for a
particular scene. You can view, delete and
edit quickly and easily.
Easy, direct networking.
2
When you finish shooting, just take the disc
from your DVD camcorder and slip it right
into your DVD player or recorder. There's no
need to connect any cables and you can start
viewing right away.
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STANDARD DEFINITION
If you have a powerful zoom, you need optical image stabiliser
Advanced O.I.S. and 42x Optical Zoom
This 42x zoom lens has the power you need to take dramatic closeups or get remarkable shots
of even distant subjects. But with long-distance zoom shots, even a tiny bit of hand shake
has a huge effect on picture quality. That's where image stabilisation comes in. Panasonic's
Advanced O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabiliser) shifts a corrective lens as you shoot to eliminate the
effects of hand shake, so you get clear, sharp, blur-free shots even at high zoom levels.
Advanced O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabiliser)
Panasonic's Advanced O.I.S. is a new image stabilising
function that achieves around eight times higher precision
than our previous system. The system uses gyro-sensors to detect handshake, then shifts a lens and adjusts its optical axis to compensate.
Advanced O.I.S. enables finer, more effective hand-shake compensation.
Using your familiar DVD player makes it so easy
View Your Recordings on a DVD Player
Simply slip the DVD disc into the DVD player. There are no cables to
connect. It's that easy. *The disc must be finalised prior to playback.
VDR-D50
42x20x10x2x
Advanced
O.I.S.
OFF
DVD player
TV
D50
Advanced
O.I.S.
ON
D50
Anyone can enjoy easy, versatile editing!
D50
VideoCam Suite 1.0
Transfer Data
1
Transfer the motion
Edit
2
Quick and easy
images to your PC.
Hi-Speed USB
(USB 2.0)
Just slip the DVD disc right into your PC. Or use the USB
cable (included) to connect your DVD camcorder to your PC
and transfer the motion-image data that way.
System Requirements (D50)
InterfaceUSB port (Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) recommended)USB port (Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) recommended)
Windows® 2000 Professional *
Windows® XP Home Edition/ Professional
Windows Vista® Home Premium/ Home Basic
CPU
Mac OS® X v10.4 *
CPUPowerPC G5 (1.8GHz or higher), Intel® Core Duo, Intel® Core Solo-
*1 The drive operates as Read Only. *2 USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in the OS •The supplied software can not be used on Macintosh. •DirectX will be installed automatically
during installation of the supplied software. •Microsoft®, Windows® and Windows Vista® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United states and/or other countries. •
Apple® and Mac OS® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Apple Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. •Other names of systems and products mentioned in this brochure are usually the
registered trademarks or trademarks of the manufacturers who developed the system or product concerned. •Operation is not guaranteed on Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition, Tablet PC Edition.
Motion-Image Recording Times (Approx.) (D50)
DVD-RAM (dual-sided)36 min74 min150 min
DVD-RW (dual-sided)36 min74 min150 min
DVD-R DL (dual-layer)35 min69 min138 min
DVD-R (single-sided)18 min37 min75 min
•These figures vary depending on the pictures being recorded.
Mode
XP (Super Fine)SP (Fine)LP (Nomal)
Battery Life (When Using for DVD-RAM disc) (Approx.) (D50)
XP modeSP modeLP modeXP modeSP modeLP mode
VW-VBG07A
VW-VBG130
VW-VBG260
VW-VBG6
•This is a guideline that includes time for operations such as starting and stopping the recording, turning the power on and off, and zooming. •The actual time is shorter.
• We recommend using the DVD discs made by Panasonic for motion-image recording. We recommend using SD Memory Cards and SDHC Memory cards conforming to class2 or higher of the SD Speed
Class Rating or the following SD Memory Cards made by Panasonic for motion picture recording. Please confirm the latest information about DVD discs and SDHC/SD Memory Cards that can be used for
motion-image recording, on the following website. http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs/e_cam (This website is in English only.)
EVFLCDEVFLCDEVFLCDEVFLCDEVFLCDEVFLCD
1 h 05 min1 h1 h 15 min1 h 10 min1 h 20 min1 h 15 min
1 h 55 min1 h 45 min2 h 10 min2 h2 h 20 min2 h 05 min1 h 10 min1 h 05 min1 h 15 min1 h 05 min1 h 15 min1 h 05 min
4 h 05 min3 h 45 min4 h 35 min4 h 10 min4 h 55 min4 h 30 min2 h 30 min2 h 15 min2 h 35 min2 h 25 min2 h 40 min2 h 25 min
9 h 25 min8 h 40 min
Windows® 2000 / XP: Intel® Pentium® II 300MHz or higher
Windows Vista® : Intel® Pentium® III 1.0GHz or higher
Continuous Recording TimeActual Recording Time
10 h 40 min
It’s easy to put scenes in a different order and delete
the ones you don't want.
Built-in SD Drive*
*
*
1
2
2
2
2
Number of Recordable Still Pictures (Approx.) (D50)
Image Quality
640 x 480 pixels
640 x 360 pixels
(16:9) (0.2 MB)
• High Picture Quali ty Normal Picture Qualit y •These figures vary depending on the
subject being photographed. * Usable capacity will be less.
9 h 40 min
11 h 25 min10 h 20 min
Capacity
(0.3 MB)
40 min35 min40 min40 min40 min40 min
5 h 50 min5 h 20 min6 h 10 min5 h 35 min6 h 15 min5 h 40 min
Save the Results
3
Resave it onto a DVD disc
MPEG2
When you’re finished with your video production, you can resave
the edited version onto an SD Memory Card and a DVD disc.
To fully enjoy viewing your own moving video images on a large-screen TV, you need a
camera with optical image stabilisation. Panasonic's O.I.S. system eliminates blurring caused
by shaky hands, so both the subject and background are clear and crisp. A 3CCD camera can capture
beautiful images with vivid colours. Make sure the images are sharp and blur-free too, with O.I.S.
3CCD
With
O.I.S.
Beautiful,
blur-free images
with vibrant colour
from the 3CCD
system!
Have More Fun with the Videos You've Already Made
NV-GS330
Optica l Zoom
10x
* When using the supplied battery.
2.7" WIDE LCD
22
Battery Life
(Continuous Recording Time)
1
*
h
15
min
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STANDARD DEFINITION
Triple beauty detail and gradation
remarkable colour,
GS330
3CCD Camera System
Most professional broadcasting cameras use
the 3CCD camera system, with its superb colour
reproduc tion. The ad van ced 3C CD c amer a
system uses three distinct CCDs for processing, so there is absolutely
no light loss. You can see the results in beautifully rendered images
with vivid colour, fine detail, and rich gradation.
Helps prevent wasted shots
Exceptional Leica-certified image quality
Leica Dicomar Lens
The GS330 boasts a Leica Dicomar lens. Developed
specifically for digital video cameras and featuring
or igi n a l optica l technol o gy fro m Leica, t h i s
advanced lens captures clear, crisp, finely nuanced
images with outstanding detail and contrast. Also, the lens was
manufactured using a multi-coating process that reduces flare and
ghosts. *Leica is a registered trademark of Leica Microsystem IR GmbH, and Dicomar is a
registered trademark of Leica Camera AG.
GS330
AGS(Anti-Ground Shooting mode)
The O.I.S. linear motor system can detect when the camera is in an unusual shooting position – when you've
inadvertently left it on in recording mode. In these cases, the camera automatically stops recording, saving both
battery power and tape space.
*This mode can be selected from the menu.
Anyone can enjoy easy, versatile editing!
SweetMovieLife 1.1E & MotionDV STUDIO 6.0E LE for DV
Records normally
Automatically
stops recording
GS330
GS330
Transfer Data
1
Transfer the motion
images to your PC
Hi-Speed USB
(USB 2.0)
A USB cable lets you connect your camera to your PC,
making it easy to transfer the motion images.
Edit
2
Quick and easy
[For Beginners]
SweetMovieLife 1.1E
Step-by-step instructions are shown
right on the monitor.
[For Advanced Users]
MotionDV STUDIO 6.0E LE for DV
This includes a wide variety of titles,
video effects and transition.
Save the Results
3
Choose how you want to save it
MPEG1
MPEG4
(ASF)
You can save the results in AVI format, convert it to the
MPEG1 format or convert it to MPEG4 format. You can
also burn your vid eo produ ctions ont o a D VD disc *.
*Requires DVD writing software.
AVI (DV)
MPEG2*
AVI
DVD
System Requirements (GS330)
SweetMovieLife 1.1E & MotionDV
STUDIO 6.0E LE for DV
Interface
Windows® 2000 (SP4)*
Windows® XP (SP2)*
Windows Vista® (Home Premium/Home Basic)
CPU
Mac OS X v 10.4
CPU
<About MotionDV STUDIO LE / SweetMovieLife> •This software is not compatible with a multi-boot environment. •This software is not compatible with a multi-CPU environment. •Operation is not guaranteed on Microsoft®
Windows® XP Media Center Edition, Tablet PC Edition and not compatible with 64-bit operation systems. •In USB connection: Capturing images to a PC is available. •In DV connection: Capturing images to a PC & Recording
to a digital video camera are available. *1 With NV-GS330EG/EF/E/EP/EB, Recording images from a PC to a digital video camera is not available. <About iMovie 4 / iMovie HD/ iMovie ‘08> •In DV (FireWire) connection:
Capturing images to a PC & Recording to a digital video camera are available. *2 With NV-GS330EG/EF/E/EP/EB, Recording images from a PC to a digital video camera is not available. •DV (IEEE1394, FireWire) cable is
sold separately. <About Web Camera Function> When this function is used, MSN Messenger 7.0 (for Windows 2000) or Windows Live Messenger 8.1 (for Windows Vista/XP) is necessary. (not included) •Supplied CD-ROM is
available for Windows only. •Microsoft Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 98 SE, Windows Me and Windows NT are not compatible. •Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and / or other countries. •Apple, Mac OS, iMovie / iMovie HD / iMovie ‘08, FireWire are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Apple Inc. in the United States
and/or other countries. •Other names of systems and products mentioned in these instructions are generally the registered trademarks or trademarks of the manufacturers who developed the system or product concerned.
Number of Recordable Still Pictures (Approx.) (GS330)
Image Quality
2048 x 1512 pixels
(3.1 MB)
2048 x 1152 pixels
(16:9) (2.4 MB)
1600 x 1200
pixels (2.0 MB)
1280 x 960
pixels (1.0 MB)
640 x 480 pixels
(0.3 MB)
640 x 360 pixels
(16:9) (0.2 MB)
• High Picture Quality Normal Picture Quality
•These figures vary depending on the subject being photographed. *1 Usable capacity will be less.
We recommend using SD Memory Cards and SDHC Memory cards conforming to class2 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating or the following SD Memory Cards made by Panasonic for motion-image recording.
Please confirm the latest information about SDHC/SD Memory Cards that can be used for motion-image recording, on the following website. http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs/e_cam (This website is in English only.)
USB 2.0 (High Speed recommended)/
Intel® Pentium® III 800MHz or higherIntel® Pentium® III 450MHz or higher
(including compatible CPUs. Intel® Pentium® 4 1.6GHz or higher recommended)
--
1
2GB*
1GB*
Web Camera FunctionCard Reader Function (Mass Storage)iMovie® 4/iMovie® HD/iMovie® '08
USB 1.1 or laterUSB 1.1 or laterDV (FireWire®)
(SP4)
(SP1/SP2)
SD Memory Card
1
512MB*
PowerPC G5 (1.8GHz or higher),
Intel® Core Duo, Intel® Core Solo
1
256MB*
1
PowerPC G5 (1.8GHz or higher),
Intel® Core Duo, Intel® Core Solo
Battery Life (Approx.) (GS330)
Continuous Recording TimeActual Recording Time
CGR-DU061 h 15 min1 h 10 min30 min30 min
VW-VBG1302 h 10 min2 h55 min55 min
VW-VBG2604 h 25 min4 h 05 min1 h 55 min1 h 50 min
VW-VBG610 h 10 min9 h 25 min4 h 30 min4 h 10 min
EVFLCDEVFLCD
2
*
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Functions that Give You More Shooting Flexibility
High-performance image processing
Crystal Engine and Pure Colour Engine
The Crystal Engine is a special image processing circuit for 3CCD
camera systems. It processes the R,G and B signals from the three
CCDs individually, so it gives both moving and still pictures exceptional
quality. And the Pure Colour Engine converts the CCD output signal
from a complementary colour signal into an RGB signal at an early
stage and extracts the low-frequency luminance component from the
RGB signal. This innovative engine also achieves truly superb colour
reproduction for high-zoomed pictures.
For easy, intuitive setting and shooting without taking your eyes off the subject
One-Touch Navigation
With One-Touch Navigation, just press the centre of the joystick to
display an operating menu. The operations you use most often are
right on the monitor, so it's easy to change settings or operate the
camera without looking away from your subject.
Operation Icon Examples (HS9)
Backlight Compensation
Help Mode
Contrast Mode
*Icon display varies depending on the model.
FadeIN/FadeOUT
Soft Skin Mode
Colour Night View
Without Crystal EngineWith Crystal Engine
One-Touch Navigation
Mode Dial
Just turn the dial and you're ready to shoot or to view the images
afterward. Rotate the dial with your fingertip to select the icon that
corresponds to the mode you want.
HS9
Crystal Engine
H280
GS330
Pure Colour Engine
SW20 S7
H40H60
D50
ALL
HDD Recording Mode
Card Recording Mode
Playback Mode
An LCD that's easy to see - indoors or out
Power LCD
GS330
Power LCD Extra
SD9HS9
Power LCD
Simply press the Power LCD button and the LCD becomes brighter, making it easier to see outdoors or in other bright locations.
Power LCD Extra
Power LCD Extra lets you adjust the LCD brightness in two steps
by simply pressing the Power LCD button. Plus 1 mode increases
brig htness by 80% for easy outdo or viewi ng, and Plu s 2 mod e
emphasises contrast when shooting in strong sunlight conditions such
as when skiing or at the beach.
Power LCD Extra OffPower LCD Extra +1 modePower LCD Extra +2 mode
Give your subjects smoother looking skin
ALL
Soft Skin Detail
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
blemis hes and moles look less cons picuous, while prese rving
resolution in areas of the picture outside of the skin.
Power LCD Plus
You can set th e LCD to any of five brightness levels for optimal
vi ewi ng
in a vari ety of
lighting conditions. When
sho ot ing outdoo rs on a
sunny day, make the LCD
brighter.
When shooting
NormalLevel +2(outdoor)
in door s, lowe r it. This
not only makes the LCD
easi er to see , it's also
easier on your eyes.
NormalLevel -2(indoor)
Capture crisp, vivid images, even in low lighting
Colour Night View
Leave the light off. Colour Night View gives you images with colour even
in dim lighting (1 lux). Light from the LCD is gentle and easy on the eyes,
so you can snap shots of sleeping children without waking them up.
5.8 W6.8 W2.9 W2.9 W5.7 W4.0 W4.0 W5.9 W 5.2 W
275 g390 g224 g165 g450g340 g340 g400 g450 g
65 x 67 x 126 mm75 x 74 x 126 mm33.8 x 63.4 x 115.4 mm41 x 59 x 102 mm70.1 x 73 x 120.8 mm67 x 70 x 116 mm67 x 70 x 116 mm52.8 x 89.5 x 128.6 mm83.6 x 76.5 x 145.1 mm
SD/SDHC Memory CardHDD, SD/SDHC Memory CardSD/SDHC Memory CardSD/SDHC Memory Card30GB HDD, SD/SDHC Memory Card60GB HDD, SD/SDHC Memory Card40GB HDD, SD/SDHC Memory Card
1/6”CCD x 3 Total pixels: 560 k x 3
Effective pixels: 520k x 3 [16:9] (Motion Image
/ Still Image)
Auto/Indoor/Outdoor/White SetAuto/Indoor/Outdoor/White Set
Motion Image/
50i : Auto Slow Shutter ON :1/25—1/8000, OFF : 1/50—1/8000
25p : Auto Slow Shutter ON : 1/25—1/8000, OFF : 1/50—1/8000
Still
Picture
50i : Auto Slow Shutter ON : 1/25—1/8000, OFF : 1/50—1/8000 (Progressive : 1/25—)
25p : Auto Slow Shutter ON : 1/25—1/8000, OFF : 1/50—1/8000 (Progressive : 1/25—)
5.1ch, Zoom Microphone
Auto Date (in Date Code)Auto Date (in Date Code)Auto Date (in Date Code)Auto Date (in Date Code)Auto Date (in Date Code)Auto Date (in Date Code)Auto Date (in Date Code)Auto Date (in Data Code)Auto Date (in Date Code)
YesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYes
————————Yes
English / Chinese (Traditional) / Russian /
OutOutOutOutOutOutOutOut Out
Yes (mini)Yes (mini)———————
————Out———Out
—————————
—————————
————————In/Out
Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)(mini AB)Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)(mini AB)Hi-Speed USB (USB2.0) (mini AB)Hi-Speed USB (USB2.0) (mini AB)Hi-Speed USB (USB2.0) (mini B)Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)(mini AB)Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)(mini AB)Hi-Speed USB (USB2.0) (mini B)Hi-Speed USB (USB2.0) (mini B)
YesYes———————
————————Yes (Cold)
English / Chinese (Traditional) /
Russian / Arabic / Persian / Thai / Hindi
JPEG Picture size:
2048 x 1512 [16:9] 3.1 Megapixels or
1920 x 1080 [16:9] 2.0 Megapixels or
1280 x 960 [4:3] 1.0 Megapixels or
640 x 480 [4:3] 0.3 Megapixels
XP (10Mbps/VBR),
SP (5Mbps/VBR),
LP (2.5Mbps/VBR)
XP (10Mbps/VBR),
SP (5Mbps/VBR),
LP (2.5Mbps/VBR)
Dolby Digital (2 ch) /
MPEG1 AudioLayer2
*HD: High-Defin ition/ STD: Standar d-Defin ition •Th e rema ining batter y cap acity is di splayed i n minut es wh en usin g the applic able P anason ic bat tery. •When using batter ies ma de by other
compan ies the remaining bat tery capac ity will not be shown . •We c annot accept an y l iability whatsoever fo r damages to the un it or accidents c aused by non- genuine Pana sonic batter ies (including
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those t hat have been c ertified b y Panasonic).
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1/6”CCD (800 k pixels, Total/400 k [4:3],
370 k [16:9] (Motion Image)/410 k [4:3],
(Still Picture) Effective)
1/6”CCD (800 k pixels, Total/400 k [4:3],
380 k [16:9]
370 k [16:9] (Motion Image)/410 k [4:3],
(Still Picture) Effective)
8-cm DVD Disc, SD/SDHC Memory Card
1/6”CCD (800 k pixels, Total/400 k [4:3],
380 k [16:9]
(Motion Image)/410 k [4:3]
Effective)
370 k [16:9]
, 380 k [16:9] (Still Picture)
miniDV, SD/SDHC Memory Card
1/6” CCD x 3 (800 k x 3 pixels, Total/630 k x 3 [4:3],
540 k x 3 [16:9] (Motion Image)/710 k x 3 [4:3],
540 k x 3 [16:9] (Still Picture) Effective)
English / Chinese (Traditional) /
Russian / Arabic / Persian / Thai / Hindi
—
JPEG Picture size:
2048 x 1512 [4:3] 3.1 Megapixels or
2048 x 1152 [16:9] 2.4 Megapixels or 1600 x
1200 [4:3] 2.0 Megapixels or 1280 x 960 [4:3] 1.0
Megapixels or
640 x 480 [4:3] 0.3 Megapixels or
640 x 360 [16:9] 0.2 Megapixels
XP (10Mbps/VBR),
SP (5Mbps/VBR),
LP (2.5Mbps/VBR)
XP (10Mbps/VBR),
SP (5Mbps/VBR),
LP (2.5Mbps/VBR)
Dolby Digital (2 ch) /
MPEG1 AudioLayer2
XP (10Mbps/VBR),
SP (5Mbps/VBR),
LP (2.5Mbps/VBR)
XP (10Mbps/VBR),
SP (5Mbps/VBR),
LP (2.5Mbps/VBR)
Dolby Digital (2 ch) /
MPEG1 AudioLayer2
XP (10Mbps/VBR),
SP (5Mbps/VBR),
LP (2.5Mbps/VBR)
XP (10Mbps/VBR),
SP (5Mbps/VBR),
LP (2.5Mbps/VBR)
Dolby Digital (2 ch)PCM 12 bit 4 ch/ 16 bit 2 ch
SP/LP
SP/LP
Sweet Movie Life 1.1E/
MotionDV STUDIO 6.0E LE for DV
Rechargeable
Lithium Ion
Battery Pack /
Battery Pack Holder Kit
AC AdaptorVW-AD21
Tele Conversion Lens VW-LT3714HE••
Wide Conversion Lens VW-LW3707HE••
Stereo Zoom Microphone
Video DC LightVW-LDC102 • *4 •*4 •*4 •*
Shoe AdaptorVW-SK12-K•••••••••
DVD BurnerVW-BN1••••••
HDMI mini Cable
SDHC/SD
Memory Card
DVD-RAM Disc
DVD- RW Disc
DVD-R Disc
DVD -R DL DiscLM-RF55E
•Weight and dimensions shown are approximate. •Design, functions, and specifications are subject to change without notice. •All monitor and TV pictures are simulated.
•Some accessories are not available in some countries. •1GB=1 billion bytes. Usable capacity will be less. •You are not allowed to reproduce (copy), or transfer to a network,
any part of the software applications supplied with this product for commercial purposes without written authorisation. •Panasonic will in no way be liable for any damages
sustained directly or indirectly from the use of this product or from any trouble occurring therein. •Panasonic will also in no way be liable for any losses of data caused by
this product. •SDHC Logo is a trademark. •SD Logo is a trademark. • Microsoft®, Windows® and DirectX® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.•Leica is a registered trademark of Leica Microsystems IR GmbH. •Dicomar is a registered trademark of Leica Camera
AG. •Microsoft product screen shot(s) reprinted with permission from Microsoft Corporation. •Other names of systems and products mentioned in this brochure are generally
the registered trademarks or trademarks of the manufacturers who developed the system or product concerned. •Microsoft®, Windows®, and NetMeeting® are registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation of the U.S.A. •All other company and product names are trademarks of their respective corporations. While every effort has been made to
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