Panasonic 2008 User Manual

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2008
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
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Capture All the Beauty in Every Scene. The Panasonic Camcorder Line-up.
FULL HIGH DEFINITION
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
10x 1 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.
*For 3CCD camcorders complying with
AVCHD standards, as of 6 January, 2008.
67 mm
126 mm65 mm
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The 60GB hard disk holds a full 23 hours* of memories When it comes to beauty, the 3CCD camera system makes a world of difference
The 60GB hard disk holds a full 23 hours* of memories When it comes to beauty, the 3CCD camera system makes a world of difference
The 60GB hard disk holds a full 23 hours* of memories When it comes to beauty, the 3CCD camera system makes a world of difference
FULL HIGH DEFINITION
The 60GB hard disk holds over 7 hours* of Full High
Denition 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 rate 60GB 32GB*216GB*28GB* HA (1920 x 1080) / 17 Mbps 7 h 40 min 4 h 2 h 1 h 30 min HG (1920 x 1080) / 13 Mbps 10 h 10 min 5 h 20 min 2 h 40 min 1 h 20 min 40 min HX (1920 x 1080) / 9 Mbps 15 h 20 min 8 h 4 h 2 h 1 h HE (1440 x 1080) / 6 Mbps 23 h 12 h 6 h 3 h 1 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.
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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.
OFF
ON
Cut Cut
Examples of detectable shooting mistakes:
•Dark scenes •Fast panning/tilting •Hand swinging •Low light
•Ground shooting •Poorly focused shots
Easy time setting –
NEW
Both on the road and at home
HS9SD9
World Timer
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 prior Time
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 Mode Zoom Mode Focus 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.
1x 10x
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 rate 60GB 32GB*216GB*28GB* HA (1920 x 1080) / 17 Mbps 7 h 40 min 4 h 2 h 1 h 30 min HG (1920 x 1080) / 13 Mbps 10 h 10 min 5 h 20 min 2 h 40 min 1 h 20 min 40 min HX (1920 x 1080) / 9 Mbps 15 h 20 min 8 h 4 h 2 h 1 h HE (1440 x 1080) / 6 Mbps 23 h 12 h 6 h 3 h 1 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
HDD SDHC Memory Card
60GB* 16GB* 8GB* 4GB*
55470 13470 6690 3290
87170 21170 10520 5160
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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 g Vi 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)
Interface USB port (Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)) USB port
OS
CPU
Mac OS X 10.4
HD Writer 2.5E Card 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
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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 min 1 h 45 min 1 h 45 min 1 h 45 min 1 h 5 min 1 h 5 min 1 h 5 min 1 h 5 min HS9 (HDD) 1 h 35 min 1 h 35 min 1 h 35 min 1 h 35 min 1 h 1 h 1 h 1 h HS9 (SD Card) 1 h 45 min 1 h 45 min 1 h 45 min 1 h 45 min 1 h 5 min 1 h 5 min 1 h 5 min 1 h 5 min SD9 (SD Card) 3 h 20 min 3 h 20 min 3 h 20 min 3 h 20 min 2 h 2 h 2 h 2 h HS9 (HDD) 3 h 3 h 3 h 3 h 1 h 50 min 1 h 50 min 1 h 50 min 1 h 50 min HS9 (SD Card) 3 h 10 min 3 h 10 min 3 h 10 min 3 h 10 min 2 h 2 h 2 h 2 h SD9 (SD Card) 8 h 10 min 8 h 10 min 8 h 10 min 8 h 10 min 5 h 5 min 5 h 5 min 5 h 5 min 5 h 5 min HS9 (HDD) 7 h 30 min 7 h 30 min 7 h 30 min 7 h 35 min 4 h 35 min 4 h 35 min 4 h 35 min 4 h 40 min HS9 (SD Card) 8 h 8 h 8 h 8 h 4 h 55 min 4 h 55 min 4 h 55 min 4 h 55 min
HA HG HX HE HA HG HX HE
Continuous Recording Time Actual 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 prior Time
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 1.3E Card Reader Function (Mass Storage)
Interface USB 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 min 3 h 20 min 1 h 40 min 50 min 25 min 12 min
SP (Fine) 13 h 20 min 6 h 40 min 3 h 20 min 1 h 40 min 50 min 25 min
LP (Normal) 26 h 40 min 13 h 20 min 6 h 40 min 3 h 20 min 1 h 40 min 50 min
*Usable capacity will be less. •These figures vary depending on the pictures being recorded.
32GB* 16GB* 8GB* 4GB* 2GB* 1GB*
SDHC Memory Card SD Memory Card
Battery Life (Approx.) (SW20/S7/S9)
VW-VBJ10 1 h 10 min 40 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 Time Actual 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 Card SD Memory Card
16GB* 8GB* 4GB* 2GB* 1GB*
1
99999*
99999*199999*
55260 27150 13820 6790
1
54290 27640 13580
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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-H280 SDR-H60
30GB HDD 60GB HDD
Optica l Zoom Optica l Zoom
10x 50x
*1 In highest quality (XP) mode *2 When using the supplied battery.
Maximum Highest
Quality Recording Time
30GB
7
HDD
*Optional
2.7" WIDE LCD 2.7" WIDE LCD 2.7" 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
Quality Recording 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
Quality Recording 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
50x 20x 10x 2x
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)
Interface USB 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 * CPU PowerPC 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 h 18 h LP (Normal) 54 h 36 h 27 h
*Usable capacity will be less. •These figures vary depending on the pictures being recorded.
Battery Life (Approx.) (H280)
Capacity
Battery CGA-DU12 2 h 05 min 2 h 20 min 55 min 1 h CGA-DU14 2 h 30 min 2 h 45 min 1 h 05 min 1 h 15 min CGA-DU21 3 h 45 min 4 h 10 min 1 h 40 min 1 h 50 min VW-VBG130 2 h 2 h 15 min 55 min 1 h VW-VBG260 4 h 05 min 4 h 35 min 1 h 50 min 2 h VW-VBG6 9 h 25 min 10 h 35 min 4 h 15 min 4 h 45 min
Battery Life (Approx.) (H60/H40)
Capacity
Battery VW-VBG070A 1 h 35 min 1 h 45 min 50 min 55 min VW-VBG130 2 h 55 min 3 h 10 min 1 h 30 min 1 h 45 min VW-VBG260 5 h 50 min 6 h 20 min 3 h 05 min 3 h 35 min VW-VBG6 13 h 25 min 14 h 30 min 7 h 10 min 8 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.
HDD SDHC Memory Card SD Memory Card
60GB* 40GB* 30GB* 16GB* 8GB* 4GB* 2GB* 1GB*
14 h
9 h 7 h
13 h 30 min
Continuous Recording Time Actual Recording Time HDD SD HDD SD
Continuous Recording Time Actual Recording Time HDD SD HDD SD
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.
VideoCam Suite 1.0
(SP4) (SP2)
Intel® Pentium® III 800MHz or higher
4GB* 2GB* 1GB* 512MB*
2520 1280 630 310 3950 2010 990 490 3290 1670 820 410 5170 2630 1290 640 6200 3160 1550 770
9870 5030 2470 1230 27150 13820 6790 3390 54290 27640 13580 6780
SDHC Memory Card SD Memory Card 8GB* 4GB* 2GB* 1GB* 55260 27150 13820 6790
99999 54290 27640 13580 55260 27150 13820 6790 99999 54290 27640 13580
SD Memory Card
SD Card
DVD
-
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Easy viewing with a DVD player
42x Zoom and Advanced O.I.S.
(Optical Image Stabiliser)
Advanced O.I.S. ON
Advanced O.I.S. ON
42x
42x
1x
Advanced O.I.S. OFF
Advanced O.I.S. OFF
VDR-D50
Easy to Shoot, Easy to View, Easy to Enjoy
VDR-D50
Optica l Zoom
42x
*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
Quality Recording 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
42x 20x 10x 2x
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)
Interface 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 * CPU PowerPC 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 min 74 min 150 min DVD-RW (dual-sided) 36 min 74 min 150 min DVD-R DL (dual-layer) 35 min 69 min 138 min DVD-R (single-sided) 18 min 37 min 75 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 mode SP mode LP mode XP mode SP mode LP 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.)
EVF LCD EVF LCD EVF LCD EVF LCD EVF LCD EVF LCD 1 h 05 min 1 h 1 h 15 min 1 h 10 min 1 h 20 min 1 h 15 min
1 h 55 min 1 h 45 min 2 h 10 min 2 h 2 h 20 min 2 h 05 min 1 h 10 min 1 h 05 min 1 h 15 min 1 h 05 min 1 h 15 min 1 h 05 min
4 h 05 min 3 h 45 min 4 h 35 min 4 h 10 min 4 h 55 min 4 h 30 min 2 h 30 min 2 h 15 min 2 h 35 min 2 h 25 min 2 h 40 min 2 h 25 min
9 h 25 min 8 h 40 min
Windows® 2000 / XP: Intel® Pentium® II 300MHz or higher
Windows Vista® : Intel® Pentium® III 1.0GHz or higher
Continuous Recording Time Actual 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 min 10 h 20 min
Capacity
(0.3 MB)
40 min 35 min 40 min 40 min 40 min 40 min
5 h 50 min 5 h 20 min 6 h 10 min 5 h 35 min 6 h 15 min 5 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.
VideoCam Suite 1.0
(SP4) (SP2)
Intel® Pentium® III 800MHz or higher
-
SDHC Memory Card SD Memory Card 8GB* 4GB* 2GB* 1GB* 55260 27150 13830 6800 99999 54310 27660 13600 55260 27150 13830 6800 99999 54310 27660 13600
SD Card
DVD
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Superb miniDV image quality
3CCD and Mega O.I.S.
(Optical Image Stabiliser)
1CCD
Without
O.I.S.
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
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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 higher Intel® Pentium® III 450MHz or higher
Capacity
SDHC Memory Card
DV (IEEE1394)
1
4GB*
2530 1290 630 320 160 3950 2010 990 490 250 3290 1680 820 410 210 5170 2630 1290 650 330 4020 2050 1010 500 250 6210 3160 1550 780 390 6210 3160 1550 780 390
9870 5030 2470 1230 620 28160 14080 7040 3520 1760 56320 28160 14080 7040 3520 28160 14080 7040 3520 1760 56320 28160 14080 7040 3520
1 1
(including compatible CPUs. Intel® Pentium® 4 1.6GHz or higher recommended)
- -
1
2GB*
1GB*
Web Camera Function Card Reader Function (Mass Storage) iMovie® 4/iMovie® HD/iMovie® '08
USB 1.1 or later USB 1.1 or later DV (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 Time Actual Recording Time
CGR-DU06 1 h 15 min 1 h 10 min 30 min 30 min VW-VBG130 2 h 10 min 2 h 55 min 55 min VW-VBG260 4 h 25 min 4 h 05 min 1 h 55 min 1 h 50 min VW-VBG6 10 h 10 min 9 h 25 min 4 h 30 min 4 h 10 min
EVF LCD EVF LCD
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 Engine With 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
SD9 HS9
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 Off Power LCD Extra +1 mode Power 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
Normal Level +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.
Normal Level -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.
S7SW20
Power LCD Plus
H60
H280
H40
ALL
Soft Skin Mode ON
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Soft Skin Mode OFF
Colour Night View OFF
Colour Night View ON
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F E AT UR E C O MPA RI S O N
HDC-SD9 HDC-HS9 SDR-SW20 SDR-S7 SDR-H280 SDR-H60 SDR-H40 VDR-D50 NV-GS330
High-Quality Pictures
Media
Recording Format
3CCD Camera System
O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilisation)
Leica Dicomar Lens
Image Processing LSI
MPEG2 Engine
Optical Zoom
5.1-ch Surround Sound System and Zoom Mic
Still Picture Recording
Simultaneous Motion-Image and Still Picture Recording
Ease and Versatility
Waterproof
Shockproof
Dustproof
LCD
Power LCD
Wide Viewing Angle LCD
Face Detection
Intelligent Shooting Guide/ Selection Playback
World Timer
Pre-Rec Function
Intelligent Contrast Control
One-Touch Navigation
Built-in Flash
Colour Night View
Built-in LED Light
Soft Skin Mode
Tele Macro
AGS
Quick Start
Burst Shooting
Lens Cover
Accessory Shoe
Networking
One Touch DVD Copying (USB Host)
USB2.0
SDHC/SD Memory Card Compatible
PictBridge Compatible
DV IN/OUT
Analogue OUT
SDHC/SD
Memory Card
AVCHD AVCHD MPEG2 MPEG2 MPEG2 MPEG2 MPEG2 MPEG2 DV
Advanced
HD Crystal
Engine
2.1 MEGA 2.1 MEGA VGA VGA 3.1 MEGA VGA VGA VGA 3.1 MEGA
2.1 MEGA 2.1 MEGA No No No No No No 1.2 MEGA
2.7" Wide 2.7" Wide 2.7" Wide 2.7" Wide 2.7" Wide 2.7" Wide 2.7" Wide 2.7" Wide 2.7" Wide
Yes (Extra) Yes (Extra) Yes (Extra) Yes (Extra) Yes (Plus) Yes (Plus) Yes (Plus) No Yes
0.6 sec 0.6 sec 0.6 sec 0.6 sec No 2.1 sec 2.1 sec 1.7 sec 1.7 sec
2.1 Mega (25 fps)
High Speed
60-GB HDD
SDHC/SD
Memory Card
Yes Yes No No Yes No No No Yes
O.I.S.
50 cm 50 cm No No 50 cm No No No 50 cm
Yes *1 Yes *1 Yes *1 Yes *1 No Yes *1 Yes *1 No No
Mode
Advanced
O.I.S.
Yes Yes No No Yes No No No Yes
HD Crystal
Engine
No No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No
10x 10x 10x 10x 10x 50x 42x 42x 10x
Yes Yes No No No No No No No
No No 1.5 m No No No No No No
No No 1.2 m No No No No No No
No No Yes No No No No No No
Yes Yes No No No No No No No
Yes Yes No No No No No No No
Yes Yes No No No No No No No
Yes Yes Yes Yes No No No No No
Yes Yes No Yes No Yes No No No
Yes Yes No No No No No No No
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Yes Yes No No No No No No No
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
No No No No Yes No No No No
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Yes Yes No No Yes No No No Yes
2.1 Mega (25 fps)
Auto Auto No Manual Manual Manual Manual Manual Lens Cap
No No No No No No No No Cold
High Speed
Mode
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
No No No No No No No No Yes
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Mode
30-GB HDD
SDHC/SD
Memory Card
Crystal
Engine
High Speed
SDHC/SD
Memory Card
Pure Colour
Engine
High Speed
Mode
SDHC/SD
Memory Card
No No O.I.S.
Pure Colour
Engine
No No No No No No No
High Speed
Mode
60-GB HDD
SDHC/SD
Memory Card
Advanced
O.I.S.
Pure Colour
Engine
High Speed
Mode
40-GB HDD
SDHC/SD
Memory Card
Advanced
O.I.S.
Pure Colour
Engine
High Speed
Mode
8-cm DVD Disc
Advanced
O.I.S.
Pure Colour
Engine
High Speed
Mode
mini DV Tape
O.I.S.
Crystal Engine
High Speed
Mode
*1 When using a DVD burner (VW-BN1), data from an SDHC/SD Memory Card can be copied to a 12-cm DVD disc.
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S P EC I FI C AT I O N S
GENERAL
Power Supply Power Consumption Weight (w/o Battery) Dimensions (W x H x D ) Media
LENS SECTION
Image Sensor
F Value Optical Zoom Focal Length Filter Diameter
35mm Film Camera Equivalent
Lens Brand
CAMERA SECTION
Minimum Illumination
Focus
White Balance
Shutter Speed
Iris
Scene Mode
Backlight Compensation EVF Monitor
Microphone
Date Recording Fade In/Out Rec. Review
On-Screen Display Language
Image Stabiliser Digital Zoom LED Video Light Flash Web Camera Function
DISC SECTION
Applicable Disc
Cue/Review Skip
CARD SECTION
Card Slot
Still Picture
DPOF PictBridge
RECORDING SECTION
Format
Recording Mode
Playback Mode
Variable Speed Search
Audio Recording System
Audio Dubbing Counter Media
Remaining Indication
INTERFACES
AV HDMI S-Video Microphone (stereo mini) Headphones DV Input/Output
(IEEE1394) USB Video Component Accessory Shoe
STANDARD ACCESSORIES
AC Adaptor AC Cable DC Cable Rechargeable
Barrery Pack Strap Video Component Cable AV Cable Lens Cap IR Remote USB Cable SD Memory Card
CD-ROM
DC7.2 V/9.3 V DC7.2 V/9.3 V DC3.6 V/5.0 V DC3.6 V/5.0 V DC7.9 V/ 7.2 V DC7.2 V/9.3 V DC7.2 V/9.3 V DC7.2 V/ 9.3 V DC7.2 V/7.9 V
5.8 W 6.8 W 2.9 W 2.9 W 5.7 W 4.0 W 4.0 W 5.9 W 5.2 W 275 g 390 g 224 g 165 g 450g 340 g 340 g 400 g 450 g 65 x 67 x 126 mm 75 x 74 x 126 mm 33.8 x 63.4 x 115.4 mm 41 x 59 x 102 mm 70.1 x 73 x 120.8 mm 67 x 70 x 116 mm 67 x 70 x 116 mm 52.8 x 89.5 x 128.6 mm 83.6 x 76.5 x 145.1 mm SD/SDHC Memory Card HDD, SD/SDHC Memory Card SD/SDHC Memory Card SD/SDHC Memory Card 30GB HDD, SD/SDHC Memory Card 60GB HDD, SD/SDHC Memory Card 40GB 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)
F1.8 (WIDE)/F2.8 (TELE) F1.8 (WIDE)/F2.8 (TELE) F1.8 (WIDE)/F2.4 (TELE) F1.8 (WIDE)/F2.4 (TELE) F1.8 (WIDE)/F2.8 (TELE) F2.0 (WIDE)/F5.0 (TELE) F1.9 (WIDE)/F4.3 (TELE) F1.9 (WIDE)/F4.3 (TELE) F1.8 (WIDE)/F2.8 (TELE) 10x Variable Speed Zoom 10x Variable Speed Zoom 10x Variable Speed Zoom 10x Variable Speed Zoom 10 x Variable Speed Zoom 50 x Variable Speed Zoom 42 x Variable Speed Zoom 42 x Variable Speed Zoom 10 x Variable Speed Zoom
3.0—30.0 mm 3.0—30.0 mm 2.3—23 mm 2.3—23 mm 3.0—30 mm 1.8 — 90 mm 1.8 — 75.6 mm 1.8—75.6 mm 3.0—30 mm 37 mm 37 mm 37 mm 37 mm
42.9—429 mm [16:9] (Motion Image / Still Picture)
Leica Dicomar Leica Dicomar Panasonic Panasonic Leica Dicomar Panasonic Panasonic Panasonic Leica Dicomar
5 Lux (1/25 Low Light Mode), 1 Lux (Colour Night View Mode)
AF/Manual AF/Manual AF/Manual AF/Manual AF/Manual AF/Manual AF/Manual AF/Manual AF/Manual
Auto/Indoor/Outdoor/White Set Auto/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—)
Auto/Manual Auto/Manual Auto/Manual Auto/Manual Auto/Manual Auto/Manual Auto/Manual Auto/Manual Auto/Manual Sports/Portrait/Low Light/
Spot Light/Surf & Snow Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 0.33” Colour (113,578 dots) 0.33” Colour (113,578 dots)
2.7” Wide LCD (300,252 dots) 2.7” Wide LCD (300,252 dots) 2.7” Wide LCD (123,200 dots) 2.7” Wide LCD (123,200 dots) 2.7” Wide LCD (123,200 dots) 2.7” Wide LCD (123,200 dots) 2.7” Wide LCD (123,200 dots) 2.7” Wide LCD (123,200 dots) 2.7” Wide LCD (123,200 dots) Dolby Digital /
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) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes English / Chinese (Traditional) / Russian /
Arabic / Persian / Thai / Hindi
Advanced O.I.S. Advanced O.I.S. E.I.S. (Electronic Image Stabilizer) E.I.S. (Electronic Image Stabilizer) O.I.S. Advanced O.I.S. Advanced O.I.S. Advanced O.I.S. O.I.S. 25 x—700 x 25 x—700 x 10 x—700 x 10 x—700 x 25 x—700 x 50 x—2500 x 42 x—2000 x 42 x—2000 x 10 x—700 x Yes 1 m—2.5 m (approx.) 1 m—2.5 m (approx.) Motion JPEG 320 x 240 approx. 6 fps
Forward/Reverse Forward/Reverse
SD/SDHC SD/SDHC SD/SDHC SD/SDHC SD/SDHC SD/SDHC SD/SDHC SD/SDHC SD/SDHC
JPEG Picture size: 1920x1080 [16:9]
2.1 Megapixels
Max.999 stills Max.999 stills Max.999 stills Max.999 stills Max 999 stills Max 999 stills Max 999 stills Max 999 stills Max 999 stills Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
AVCHD (Motion Image) AVCHD (Motion Image) MPEG2 (Motion Image) MPEG2 (Motion Image) MPEG2 (Motion Image) MPEG2 (Motion Image) MPEG2 (Motion Image) MPEG2 (Motion Image) DVC-SD HD*: HA (17 Mbps / VBR),
HG (13 Mbps / VBR), HX (9 Mbps / VBR), HE (6 Mbps / VBR)
HD*: HA (17 Mbps / VBR), HG (13 Mbps / VBR), HX (9 Mbps / VBR), HE (6 Mbps / VBR)
Max. 20 x Speed
Dolby Digital (Dolby AC3) / 5.1-channel Dolby Digital (Dolby AC3) / 5.1-channel MPEG1-Layer2 MPEG1-Layer2
Yes (only inner mic) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Time Code
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Out Out Out Out Out Out Out Out 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) Yes Yes Yes (Cold)
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Lithium-Ion Lithium-Ion Lithium-Ion Lithium-Ion Lithium-Ion Lithium-Ion Lithium-Ion Lithium-Ion Lithium-Ion
Yes (Hand Strap) Yes (Hand Strap) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HD Writer 2.5E HD Writer 2.5E Motion SD STUDIO 1.3E Motion SD STUDIO 1.3E VideoCam Suite 1.0 VideoCam Suite 1.0 VideoCam Suite 1.0 VideoCam Suite 1.0
SD9 HS9 SW20 S7 H280 H60 H40 D50 GS330
/
HD Camcorder SD Card Camcorder HDD/SD Card Hybrid Camcorder DVD Camcorder Mini DV Camcorder
1/6”CCD x 3 Total pixels: 560 k x 3 Effective pixels: 520k x 3 [16:9] (Motion Image / Still Image)
42.9—429 mm [16:9] (Motion Image / Still Picture)
5 Lux (1/25 Low Light Mode), 1 Lux (Colour Night View Mode)
Sports/Portrait/Low Light/ Spot Light/Surf & Snow
Dolby Digital /
5.1ch, Zoom Microphone
English / Chinese (Traditional) / Russian / Arabic / Persian / Thai / Hindi
JPEG Picture size: 1920x1080 [16:9]
2.1 Megapixels
HD*: HA (17 Mbps / VBR), HG (13 Mbps / VBR), HX (9 Mbps / VBR), HE (6 Mbps / VBR)
HD*: HA (17 Mbps / VBR), HG (13 Mbps / VBR), HX (9 Mbps / VBR), HE (6 Mbps / VBR)
1/6"CCD (800 k pixels, Total/400 k [4:3], 350 k [16:9](Motion Image) /410 k [4:3] (Still Picture)Effective)
44.1—441mm [4:3],
44.4—444mm [16:9](Motion Image)/
43.4—434mm [4:3](Still Picture)
6 Lux (1/25 Low Light Mode), 2 Lux (Colour Night View Mode)
Auto/Indoor/Outdoor/White Set/Underwater (with IR Sensor)
1/25—1/8000 (Motion Image), 1/25—1/500 (Still Picture)
Sports/Portrait/Low Light/ Spot Light/Surf & Snow
Stereo Zoom Mic, Wind Noise Reduction
English / Chinese (Traditional) / Russian / Arabic / Persian / Thai / Hindi
JPEG Picture size: 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)
1/6"CCD (800 k pixels, Total/400 k [4:3], 350 k [16:9](Motion Image) /410 k [4:3] (Still Picture)Effective)
44.1—441mm [4:3],
44.4—444mm [16:9](Motion Image)/
43.4—434mm [4:3](Still Picture)
2 Lux (Colour Night View Mode) 1 lux (Colour Night View Mode) 2 lux (Colour Night View Mode) 2 lux (Colour Night View Mode) 2 lux (Colour Night View Mode) 1 lux (Colour Night View Mode)
Auto/Indoor/Outdoor/White Set (with IR Sensor)
1/25—1/8000 (Motion Image), 1/25—1/500 (Still Picture)
Sports/Portrait/Low Light/ Spot Light/Surf & Snow
Stereo Zoom Mic, Wind Noise Reduction
English / Chinese (Traditional) / Russian / Arabic / Persian / Thai / Hindi
JPEG Picture size: 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)
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)
46.1—461 mm [4:3]/47.1 — 471 mm [16:9] (Motion Image)
43.4 — 434 mm [4:3]/47.0 — 470 mm [16:9] (Still Picture)
Auto/Indoor/Outdoor/White Set (with IR Sensor)
1/50—1/8000 (Motion Image) 1/25—1/2000 (Still Picture)
Sports/Portrait/Low Light/ Spot Light/Surf & Snowa
Stereo Zoom Mic, Wind Noise Reduction
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)
34.5 — 1725 mm [4:3]/
33.8 — 1690 mm [16:9] (Motion Image)
33.9 — 1696 mm [4:3]/
33.2 — 1658 [16:9] (Still Picture)
Auto/Indoor/Outdoor/White Set (with IR Sensor)
1/25 - 1/8000 (Motion Image), 1/25 - 1/500 (Still Picture)
Sports/Portrait/Low Light/ Spot Light/Surf & Snow
Stereo Zoom Mic, Wind Noise Reduction
English / Chinese (Traditional) / Russian / Arabic / Persian / Thai / Hindi
JPEG Picture size: 640 x 480 [4:3] 0.3 Megapixels or 640 x 360 [16:9] 0.2 Megapixels
34.5 — 1449 mm [4:3]/
33.8 — 1420 mm [16:9] (Motion Image)
33.9 — 1425 mm [4:3]/
33.2 — 1393 [16:9] (Still Picture)
Auto/Indoor/Outdoor/White Set (with IR Sensor)
1/25 - 1/8000 (Motion Image), 1/25 - 1/500 (Still Picture)
Sports/Portrait/Low Light/ Spot Light/Surf & Snow
Stereo Zoom Mic, Wind Noise Reduction
English / Chinese (Traditional) / Russian / Arabic / Persian / Thai / Hindi
JPEG Picture size: 640 x 480 [4:3] 0.3 Megapixels or 640 x 360 [16:9] 0.2 Megapixels
34.5 — 1449 mm [4:3]/
33.8 — 1420 mm [16:9] (Motion Image)
33.9 — 1425 mm [4:3]/
33.2 — 1393 [16:9] (Still Picture)
Auto/Indoor/Outdoor/White Set (with IR Sensor)
1/25—1/8000 (Motion Image) 1/25—1/500 (Still Picture)
Sports/Portrait/Low Light/ Spot Light/Surf & Snow
Stereo Zoom Mic, Wind Noise Reduction
English / Chinese (Traditional) / Russian / Arabic / Persian / Thai / Hindi
8-cm DVD-RAM Ver. 2.1/ 8-cm DVD-R for General Ver. 2.0/ 8-cm DVD-RW Ver. 1.1 2 x-speed (2 x/1 x)/ DVD-R for DL Ver. 3.0
JPEG Picture size: 640 x 480 [4:3] 0.3 Megapixels or 640 x 360 [16:9] 0.2 Megapixels
46.1—461 mm [4:3]/47.1 — 471 mm [16:9] (Motion Image)
43.4 — 434 mm [4:3]/47.0 — 470 mm [16:9] (Still Picture)
Auto/Indoor/Outdoor/White Set (with IR Sensor)
1/50—1/8000 (Motion Image) 1/25—1/2000 (Still Picture)
Sports/Portrait/Low Light/ Spot Light/Surf & Snow
Stereo Zoom Mic, Wind Noise Reduction
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
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OPTIONAL ACCESSO R I E S
Rechargeable Lithium-Ion
Battery Pack
*1
VW-VBG130E VW-VBG260E VW-VBJ10E CGA-DU12E/1B CGA-DU14E/1B CGA-DU21E/1B
Stereo Zoom Microphone Video DC Light
VW-VMH3E
DV Cable SDHC/SD Memory Card
PV-DDC9
Accessory
Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack / Battery Pack Holder Kit
AC Adaptor VW-AD21
Tele Conversion Lens VW-LT3714HE
Wide Conversion Lens VW-LW3707HE
Stereo Zoom Microphone
Video DC Light VW-LDC102 • *4 •*4 •*4 •*
Shoe Adaptor VW-SK12-K
DVD Burner VW-BN1
HDMI mini Cable
SDHC/SD Memory Card
DVD-RAM Disc
DVD- RW Disc
DVD-R Disc
DVD -R DL Disc LM-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 represent product colours accurately, slight variation may occur due to the printing process.
Model No.
VW-VBG130E
VW-VBG260E
VW-VBGJ10E
CGA-DU12E/1B
CGA-DU14E/1B
CGA-DU21E/1B
VW-VBG6E
VW-VMH3
RP-CDHM15
RP-CDHM30
RP-SDV32G
RP-SDV16G
RP-SDV08G
RP-SDV04G
PR-SDM04G
RP-SDV02G
PR-SDM02G
RP-SDV01G
RP-SDR01G
LM-AF60E
LM-AF30E
LM-RW60E
LM-RW30E
LM-RF60E
LM-RF30E
Description
1320 mAh
2640 mAh
1000 mAh
1150 mAh
1360 mAh
2040 mAh
5800 mAh (Battery for VW-VH04)
AC Adaptor with AC Cable and DC Cables
1.5 m
3.0 m
Class6 32GB up to 20MB/s
Class6 16GB up to 20MB/s
Class6 8GB up to 20MB/s
Class6 4GB up to 20MB/s
Class4 4GB UP to 10MB/s
Class6 2GB up to 20MB/s
Class4 2GB UP to 5MB/s
Class6 1GB up to 20MB/s
Double-sided 60 Minute
Single-sided 30 Minute
Single-sided 60 Minute
Single-sided 30 Minute
Double-sided 60 Minute
Single-sided 30 Minute
Dual Layer on single side
AC Adaptor Battery Pack Holder Kit
VW-AD21E
Video shooting in the dark
*2
32GB RP-SDV32G 16GB RP-SDV16G 8GB RP-SDV08G 4GB RP-SDV04G RP-SDM04GB 2GB RP-SDV02G RP-SDM02GB 1GB RP-SDR01G
HD Camcorder SD Camcorder HDD Camcorder
SD9 HS9 SW20 S7 H280 H60 H40 D50 GS330
•*3 •*
Extends recording time
VW-VH04E *Use together with the
optional VW-VGB6 Battery.
Battery for VW-VH04E
(7.2 V/5800 mAh)
Shoe Adaptor
Foldable design and compact size
Mini DV Tape DVD Disc
AY-DVM80YE AY-DVM60YE
VW-VBG6
VW-SK12EVW-LDC102E
AY-DVM80FF AY-DVM60FF
4
Tele Conversion Lens Wide Conversion Lens
DVD Burner HDMI mini Cable
VW-BN1E
DVD-RAM
LM-AF60E/LM-AF30E
DVD-RW
LM-RW60E/LM-RW30E
DVD
Camcorder
3
•*4 •*4 •*
Mini DV
Camcorder
4
VW-LW3707HEVW-LT3714HE
(for SD9/HS9)
RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m) RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m)
DVD-R
LM-RF60E/LM-RF30E
DVD-R-DL
LM-RF55EV
*1 • The VW-VBG130-K and VW-VBG260-K come with a function to check whether the battery and unit can be safely used together.
• Batteries made by other companies which have been certified by Panasonic may be used with these units, but we offer no guarantee as to the
quality, performance or safety of such batteries.
• Exercise care when purchasing batteries. Many fake or imitation batteries have been found among those sold at unusually low prices and those
which customers cannot check for themselves before purchasing.
• Please conf irm the latest in formation about batteries on the following we bsite. htt p://panasonic. co.jp/pavc/global/ cs/info/battery.html
(This website is in English only.)
*2 • An SDHC/SD Memory Card utilises a portion of the storage space for formatting and other purposes. •Usable capacity will be less.
*3 Use in combination with the separately purchased VW-VH04 Battery Pack Holder *4 Shoe adaptor required.
Panasonic Australia Pt y Limited. ACN 001 592 187 ABN 83 001 592 187
www.panasonic.com.au
HO/NSW: Austlink Cor por ate Park 1 Garigal Rd Belrose NSW 2085 Ph: (02) 9986 7400 Fax: (02) 9986 7600
Visit our website at: ww w.panasonic.com.au or email our Customer Care Centre on pacc@panasonic.com.au
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