Panasonic HDC-SD5 User Manual

1920 x 1080 Full-HD Recording

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—— For a Big Screen Full of Vivid, Beautiful Images

Boasting 1920 x 1080-pixel recording, Panasonic's new HD camcorders deliver the highest-definition

images of the entire Panasonic home camcorder range. Add cutting-edge technologies like Advanced O.I.S.

(optical image stabiliser), a 3CCD Camera System and a superb Leica Dicomar lens, and you can see why

Panasonic's new camcorders achieve a level of beauty that is simply unparalleled.

Choose the SD card model or the new SD/DVD hybrid model. Either way, you get a camcorder that is

perfect for capturing clear, vivid full-HD images that are breathtaking when viewed on a large-screen TV.

*1 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.

Cover: HDC-SD5 comes with 4GB SDHC Memory Card.

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3

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SD/DVD Hybrid

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HDC-SX5

HDC-SD5

Australia's Smallest & Lightest Full
High Definition Camcorder*

What is the advantage of 1920 x 1080 full-HD recording?

Images recorded by conventional HD camcorders have only 1,440 horizontal pixels, while
full-HD camcorders have 1,920. In terms of total pixels, conventional HD camcorders
record images with 1.55 million pixels, while those from our full-HD camcorders have
around 2.07 million pixels – about 30 percent more. The result is a level of detail
and resolution that goes beyond anything you've experienced before. And because full­HD recordings contain a vast amount of picture information, they look beautiful not
only on high-definition TVs, but on conventional (standard-definition) TVs as well.

1440 1920

Around

1080 1080

1440 × 1080 High-Definition Recording 1920 × 1080 High-Definition Recording

Effective pixels:

*2 As of July 30, 2007 *3 Usable capacity will be less. 0 An 8GB SD Memory Card will go on sale in September 2007.

1,550,000

30% more

recording pixels!

Effective pixels:

2,070,000

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Technology and Quality Inherited from Broadcast

and Professional Camera-Recorders

HD Crystal Engine

3CCD Camera System

Advanced O.I.S. System

Leica Dicomar Lens

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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. is a new image stabilising function that achieves around
eight times higher precision than our previous system. The system uses gyro-sensors
to detect hand-shake, then shifts a lens and adjusts its optical axis to compensate. And

while our previous system checked and compensated for hand-shake around 500 times
per second, the new Advanced O.I.S. works around 4,000 times per second. Advanced O.I.S. enables
finer, more effective hand-shake compensation. Also, because the system is optical, no image quality is
lost. With Advanced O.I.S., you'll capture images that are clear, sharp and beautiful on a big TV screen.

The hand-shake correction frequency has been increased
from 500 to 4,000 times per second!

O.I.S. Lens

Th e le ns mo ves up/
down or left/right and
be nd s the i nc omi ng
ligh t to corre ct h and­shake.

Moving the camcorder even a tiny bit results in some
blurring – which is especially noticeable on a large screen.

50" Display (O.I.S. OFF)

Blurry!

Superb colour reproduction – faithful, natural colours with delicate nuances

3CCD Camera System

Most professional broadcasting cameras use the
3CCD camera system, due to 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.

1CCD

Optical Axis

Colour Filter

3CCD

Optical Axis

CCD

Dichroic
Mirrors

CCD

B

CCD

R

CCD

G

The woman's skin and flowers
don't look natural, they look

1CCD

artificial.

Advanced

Clear!

O.I.S.

ON

The skaters' expressions and
costumes are crisp and razor-sharp.
Even on a big screen, the images are
virtually blur-free.

3CCD

The woman's skin and flowers have
natural colour and look real.

A superb optical system that captures even delicate, subtle nuances

Leica Dicomar Lens

The SD5 and SX5 boast a Leica Dicomar lens. Developed
specifically for full-HD digital camcorders, this lens system is
made using a multi-coating process

that minimises light reflection and
glare, which can make colours bleed and images appear

washed out. It also minimises 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.

Washed-out image due to strong light

Multi-coated lens:
clear image with no colour bleeding

High-speed processing: An imaging engine that handles the vast amount of data in full-HD images

HD Crystal Engine

Panasonic took the advanced imaging circuitry used in our

professional equipment and adapted it for home use in the HD
Crystal Engine. The result is a high-speed processing unit that can handle the huge volumes
of data captured in high-definition video recordings. The HD Crystal Engine also incorporates
a new system that improves resolution and reduces noise while
achieving a more compact size and lowering power consumption.

Video Compression LSI

Design ed speci fically fo r full-HD recording, this ad vanced LS I provides the

high compression (H.264 High Profile used) needed to achieve high-resolution

recording with a low bit rate. It helps ensure beautiful recordings by minimising

the image degradation that can occur when shooting fast-moving subjects.

HD Crystal Engine

Without HD Crystal Engine:
picture noise

With HD Crystal Engine:
smooth from corner to corner

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Australia's Smallest & Lightest Full-HD Camcorder

Full-HD Recording onto SDHC/SD Memory Cards

Use of the super-small SDHC/SD
Memory Card helped us create

67 mm

135 mm65 mm

With the SDHC/SD Memory Card, shooting video is
easier and more convenient

A compact size and super-fast startup

The SDHC/SD Memory Card is small and convenient.
An d be ca use t her e ar e no m ov ing p art s or
mechanisms, recording can start almost right away.

Use it almost anywhere

The SDHC/SD Memory Card is highly resistant to
heat, light and impacts, so you can use it in a wide
range of conditions.

Quick, easy uploading to a PC

You don't have to connect a cable or run a finalising
process when transferring data to a PC.

Australia's smallest & lightest full-HD
camcorder*. The SD5 fits comfortably
in the hand and can be used for long
periods without causing fatigue.

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SD5

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This unit is compatible wi th both SDHC Memory Cards and SD Me mory
Cards. You can only use SDHC Memory Cards on devices that are compatible
with them. You cann ot use SDHC Memory Cards on devices that are only
compatible with SD Memory Cards. (When using an SDHC Memory Card on
another device, be sure to read the operating instructions for that device.)

Record Beautiful Full-HD Video onto an SD Memory Card and DVD Disc

Record for Up to 240 Minutes!

* As of July 30, 2007

SX5

+

180

of recording on an

8GB SD Memory Card

in HE mode

The ability to use both SDHC/SD Memory Cards
and DVD discs is a big advantage in full-HD
recording, where there is such a large amount
of data to store.This double-media system also
makes it p ossible to copy a recording from
the SDHC/SD Memory Card to a DVD disc with
one-touch ease and convenience.

6

minutes

DVD-R-DL disc (60 min)

minutes

60

of recording on a

in HE mode

Functions that Give You More Shooting Flexibility

Images are recorded even before you begin shooting

SD5 / SX5

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Pre-Rec Function

This clever new function records three seconds

of image s eve n bef ore you actual ly b egin
shooting. The images are held temporarily in the camcorder's internal
memory, before recording onto the SDHC/SD Memory Card begins.
This helps ensure that you won't miss the start of a moment you want
to record, such as when an event begins all of a sudden. For example,
if you're waiting to snap a shot of a jumping dolphin, you can press the
REC button after you've made sure that the dolphin has cleared the
surface of the water. The camcorder will record the entire scene, from
the instant of the dolphin's jump until it disappears again into the sea.

* Effective in card recording mode.

Without Pre-Rec.

REC

The starting scene

is missing.

3 seconds prior

REC Button On!

With Pre-Rec.

REC REC

time

Sharp, crisp LCD images under all conditions

SD5 / SX5

Wide Viewing Angle and
Power LCD Extra

The new LCD has a highly detailed, 300,000-pixel display, which
places it in the top class of the industry, and a viewing angle of 170,
both vertically and horizontally. Images are clear and bright even
when viewed from an angle, so everyone can gather around the
LCD to enjoy on-the-spot recordings. The wide viewing angle is also
great for taking high- or low-angle shots.

Power LCD Extra lets you adjust the LCD brightness in two steps
by simply pressing the Power LCD button. Plus 1 mode increases
brightness by 80% for easy outdoor viewing, and Plus 2 mode
emphasises contrast when shooting in strong sunlight conditions
such as when skiing or at the beach.

Starts backing up in the internal memory

Prevents wash-out to provide more natural contrast

SD5 / SX5 SD5

Intelligent Contrast Control

By detecting the intensity of the ambient

light and adjusting the exposure accordingly,
Intelligent Contrast Control prevents blown highlights and blocked
shadows. This helps render natural-looking, highly nuanced 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.

Without Intelligent Contrast Control

Blocked shadows (no distinguishable

The girl facing the sun is fine , but the
woman under the parasol is shadowe s ­you can't see anything there.

Visible

features)

No more missed shooting opportunities!

With Intelligent Contrast Control

Visible

The contrast looks natural. The woman under
the paras ol has been brigh tened witho ut
making the background appear washed out.

Visible

SD5 / SX5

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1.7-sec Quick Start

In Quick Start mode*2, the camcorder is ready to record just 1.7 seconds after the
LCD is opened. You're always ready to capture the moment, even when the

*1

unexpected occurs.

Effective in card recording mode. *2 This mode can be selected from the menu.

Power LCD Extra Off Power LCD Extra +1 mode Power LCD Extra +2 mode

Just push a button and you're ready to shoot

One-Push LCD Open

Push a button next to the mode dial, and the LCD opens and the
camcorder is ready to shoot. This easy operation makes it possible
to shoot with one hand for active shooting fun.

Push the button!

OPEN!

LCD Open Button

Recording formats to match your playback equipment

SX5

Selectable Recording Formats

When recording o nto a DVD disc, t he SX5
lets you record in either full-HD or standard
definition. The mode dial makes it easy to
choose the recording forma t that matches
your playback equipment. When playing back

Mode dial

with a DVD player or recorder, select standard
definition. When viewing on an HDTV or using a
Blu-ray Disc player, choose full-HD.

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View Images in Beautiful Full-HD, and Archive Your Recordings

Easily

*Only the TH-65PZ700A and TH-58PZ700A are compatible with AVCHD through the Card Slot.

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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

P O W E R

Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack

*1

AC Adaptor

(For SD5)

7.2 V/1320 mAh

VW-VBG130-K

(For SX5)

7.2 V/2640 mAh

VW-VBG260-K

Battery Life (in HG mode recording)

Battery Pack

HDC-SD5

HDC-SX5

Using a DVD-RAM disc

HDC-SX5

Using an
SD Memory Card

•

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.

VW-VBG130-K

VW-VBG260-K

Voltage/Capacity

7.2 V / 1320 mAh

7.2 V / 2640 mAh

Charging Time Continuous Recording Time Actual Recording Time

2 h 20 min 1 h 30 min 55 min

4 h 00 min

When using

the viewfinder

2 h 00 min

When using

the viewfinder

2 h 55 min

When using

the LCD monitor

1 h 55 min

When using

the LCD monitor

2 h 40 min

When using

the viewfinder

50 min

When using

the viewfinder

1 h 45 min

When using

the LCD monitor

50 min

When using

the LCD monitor

1 h 40 min

S H O O T I N G

Shooting under strong light and lens protection

Filter Kit

VW-LF37W

Shoe Adaptor

Foldable design & compact size

Tele Conversion Lens Wide Conversion Lens

VW-T3714H VW-W3707H

Video DC Light

Video shooting in the dark

VW-AD21-K

VW-SK12-K

VW-LDC102-S

D ATA T RA N SF E R RI N G

DVD Burner

(For SD5)

SDHC/SD Memory Card

VW-BN1

RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m)
RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m)
RP-CDHG50 (5.0 m)
RP-CDHG70 (7.0 m)
RP-CDHG100 (10 m)

DVD-RAM

LM-AF30E/

LM-AF60E

*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 confirm the latest information about batteries on the following website. http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs/info/battery.html
*2 • An SDHC/SD Memory Card utilises a portion of the storage space for formatting and other purposes. •Usable capacity will be less.

DVD-RW

LM-RW30E/LM-RW60E

*2

DVD DiscHDMI Cable

LM-RF30E/LM-RF60E

8GB RP-SDV08G
4GB RP-SDV04G

RP-SDM04GB

2GB RP-SDV02G

RP-SDM02GB

1GB RP-SDV01G
RP-SDR01G

DVD-R

DVD-R-DL

LM-RF55LE

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FEATURE COMPARISON

HDC-SD5 HDC-SX5

High-Quality Pictures

8 cm DVD Disc

Media

Recording Fomat

Full-HD Recording

3CCD Camera System

Advanced O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabiliser)

Leica Dicomar Lens

Image Processing LSI

Optical Zoom

Still Picture Recording

Simultaneous Motion Video &
Still Picture Recording

SDHC/SD Memory Card

AVCHD

1920 x 1080

Yes

Yes

Yes

HD Crystal Engine

10x

2.1 Megapixels

Yes (2.1 Megapixels)

Ease and Versatility

LCD

Power LCD Extra

Wide Viewing Angle LCD

One-Push LCD Open

1.7-sec Quick Start

Pre-Rec Function

Intelligent Contrast Control

One-Touch Navigation

Help Mode

Direct Mode Dial

Built-in Flash

Colour Night View

Soft Skin Mode

Tele Macro

AGS (Anti-Ground Shooting)

Lens Cover

Accessory Shoe

Focus Assist

Composition Guide Lines

Thumbnail View

2.7" wide, 300k pixels

Yes

170 degrees

(vertically and horizontally)

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Auto

-

Yes

Yes

Yes

Networking

Disc Copy Function

USB Host Function

Hi-Speed USB (USB2.0)

SDHC/SD Memory Card Compatible

PictBridge Compatible

*1 When using a DVD burner (VW-BN1), data from an SD Memory Card can be copied to a 12-cm DVD disc.
*2 Data from an SD Memory Card can be copied to an 8-cm DVD disc entirely within the SX5 itself.

Yes*

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

1

(-R,-RW,-RAM),

SDHC/SD Memory Card

AVCHD (High-definition)

DVD-VIDEO (Standard-definition)

1920 x 1080

Yes

Yes

Yes

HD Crystal Engine

10x

2.1 Megapixels

Yes (2.1 Megapixels)

2.7"wide, 300k pixels

Yes

170 degrees

(vertically and horizontally)

-

Yes
(Effective in card
recording mode)

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Auto

Yes (Hot)

Yes

Yes

Yes

2

Yes*

-

Yes

Yes

Yes

Motion-Image Recording Times (approx.)

HDC-SD5/SX5

Capacity

Mode

HG (13 Mbps)

HN (9 Mbps)

HE (6 Mbps)

*Usable capacity will be less.

•These figures vary depending on the pictures being recorded.

SDHC Memory Card

8GB*

80 min

120 min

180 min

4GB*

40 min

60 min

90 min

2GB*

20 min

30 min

45 min

SD Memory Card

1GB*

10 min

15 min

22 min

512MB*

5 min

7 min

10 min

HDC-SX5

Mode

High­Definition

Standard­Definition

HG (13 Mbps)

HN (9 Mbps)

HE (6 Mbps)

XP (10 Mbps)

SP (5 Mbps)

LP (2.5 Mbps)

DVD-RAM

(dual-sided)

28 min

42 min

62 min

36 min

74 min

150 min

DVD-RW

(dual-sided)

28 min

42 min

62 min

36 min

74 min

150 min

DVD-R DL

(dual-layer)

26 min

40 min

60 min

35 min

69 min

138 min

DVD-R

(single-sided)

14 min

21 min

31 min

18 min

37 min

74 min

Number of Recordable Still Images (approx.)

HDC-SD5/SX5

Capacity

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.

*We recommend using a DVD disc made by Panasonic for motion-image recording.
*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 picture recording.
*Please confirm the latest information about DVD discs and 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

SDHC Memory Card

8GB*

6690

10520

4GB*

3290

5160

SD Memory Card

2GB*

1670

2630

1GB*

820

1290

512MB*

410

640

System Requirements

HDC-SD5/SX5

HD Writer 2.0E (For SD5/SX5)

Interface

USB port (Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0))

Windows® 2000 SP4
Windows® XP SP2

OS

Windows Vista™ Home Basic/
Home Premium/Ultimate

Intel® Pentium® III 1.0 GHz or higher

<When using playback function and

CPU

MPEG2 conversion function>
Intel® Core™2 Duo 1.86 GHz or higher,
Intel® Pentium®D 3.0 GHz or higher
recommended.

•Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some
personal computers can not be used. •This software is not compatible with Microsoft Windows 3.1,
Windows 95, Windows 98, 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, or 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. •Operation is not
guaranteed on Microsoft Windows Vista Business/Enterprise,Windows XP Media Center Edition, Tablet
PC Edition and not compatible with 64 bit operation 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 WindowsVista™ are either registered trademarks or trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation 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.

Card Reader Function (Mass Storage)

USB port

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

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SPECIFICATIONS

Panasonic Australia Pty Limited.
ACN 001 592 187 ABN 83 001 592 187

HO/NSW: Austlink Corporate Park, 1 Garigal Rd,
Belrose NSW 2085
Ph: [phone] Fax: [phone]

Visit our website at: www.panasonic.com.au or email our Customer Care Centre on [e-mail]
Specifications are subject to change without notice. While every effort has been made to represent product colours accurately, slight variation may occur due to the printing process. TV pictures are simulated in an effort to explain product features.

10x Opt ical Zoom 10x Opt ical Zoom

HDC-SD5 / SX5

GENERAL

Power Supply DC 7.2/9.3 V
Power Consumption SD5: 6.7 W SX5: 10.2 W
Weight (w/o Battery) SD5: 340 g SX5: 540 g

Recording Formats

LENS SECTION

Image Sensor

F Value F1.8 (WIDE) / F2.8 (TELE)

Focal Length 3.0—30.0 mm

35mm Film Camera Equivalent

CAMERA SECTION

Minimum Illumination

Shutter Speed

Backlight Compensation Yes

Monitor 2.7" Wide LCD (300 k pixels)
Microphone

On-Screen Display
Language

Image Stabiliser Advanced O.I.S.

Quick Start

DISC SECTION (SX5)

Applicable Discs

Cue/Review Forward / Reverse

SD5: 65 x 67 x 135 mm SX5: 83.5 x 93.5 x 151.5 mmDimensions (W x H x D)

SD5: AVCHD (Motion Image) / JPEG (Still Image)
SX5: HD*: AVCHD / STD*: DVD Video Recording,

DVD Video (Motion Image) / JPEG (Still Image)

1/6"CCD x 3 Total pixels: 560 k x 3
Effective pixels: 520k x 3 [16:9] (

10x Variable Speed ZoomOptical Zoom

37 mmFilter Diameter

42.9—429 mm [16:9](
Leica DicomarLens Brand

5 Lux (1/25 Low Light Mode), 1 Lux (Colour Night View Mode)
AF / ManualFocus
Auto / Indoor / Outdoor / White Set (with IR Sensor)White Balance

1/25—1/8000 sec (
1/25—1/8000 sec (

Auto / ManualIris

SD5: — SX5: 0.44" Wide EVF Electronic View Finder

2-ch Stereo, Zoom Microphone

English / Chinise (Traditional) / Russian
Arabic / Persian / Thai / Hindi

25x—700xDigital Zoom
1 m—2.5 m (approx.)Flash
SD5: 1.7-sec SX5: 1.7-sec (effective in the card recording mode)

8 cm DVD-RAM Ver.2.1 / 8 cm DVD-R for General Ver.2.0 /
8 cm DVD-RW Ver.1.1 2x-speed(2x/1x) / DVD-R for DL Ver.3.0

Forward / ReverseSkip

Motion Image / Still Image

Motion Image

Motion Image
Still Image

)(Progressive 1/25—1/500)

),

Included!

/

Still Image

HDC-SX5HDC-SD5

CARD SECTION

PictBridge Yes

RECORDING SECTION

Video Compression

Recording Modes

)

Playback Modes

)

INTERFACES

USB

HDMI Yes

Accessory Shoe SD5: — SX5: Yes (Hot)

STANDARD ACCESSORIES

AC Adaptor Yes
AC Cable Yes
DC Cable Yes

Battery Pack

*HD: High -Definitio n/STD: St andard-De finition •The rema ining batter y capacit y is display ed
in minu tes wh en usin g the applica ble Pa nasonic batte ry. •W hen usi ng bat teries made by
other companie s the re maining b attery capacit y will not be s hown. •W e cannot accept a ny
liabi lity wha tsoever f or damages to the unit or accidents ca used by no n-genuine Panasonic
batterie s (including t hose that hav e been certi fied by Panas onic).

SDHC / SDCard Slot
JPEG Picture size: 1920x1080 [16:9] 2.1 MegapixelsStill Picture
Max 999 stillsDPOF

SD5: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
SX5: HD*: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, STD*: MPEG-2

SD5: HG (13 Mbps / CBR), HN (9 Mbps / VBR), HE (6 Mbps / VBR)
SX5: HD*: HG (13 Mbps / CBR), HN (9 Mbps / VBR), HE (6 Mbps / VBR)

STD*: XP (10 Mbps / VBR), SP (5 Mbps / VBR), LP (2.5 Mbps / VBR)

SD5: HG (13 Mbps / CBR), HN (9 Mbps / VBR), HE (6 Mbps / VBR)
SX5: HD*: HG (13 Mbps / CBR), HN (9 Mbps / VBR), HE (6 Mbps / VBR)

STD*: XP (10 Mbps / VBR), SP (5 Mbps / VBR), LP (2.5 Mbps / VBR)

Dolby Digital (Dolby AC3) / 2-channelAudio Recording System

OutAV

SD5: Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)(mini AB)
SX5: Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)(mini B)

YesVideo Component

SD5: Rechargeable Lithium-Ion (7.2 V/1320 mAh)
SX5: Rechargeable Lithium-Ion (7.2 V/2640 mAh)

YesVideo Component Cable

YesAV Cable
YesIR Remote
YesPC Cable
SD5: 4GB SX5: —SD Memory Card
HD Writer 2.0EEditing software

• AVCHD is a n ew standar d for record ing HD signal s onto memor y cards, DV D discs, an d hard disks . It uses the H. 264 stand ard to achiev e
more th an twice the c ompressi on of conventi onal MPEG2 an d MPEG4 stan dards.

• AVCHD mo tion images r ecorded ont o an SD Memor y Card or a DVD d isc cannot be p layed fro m a device that d oes not suppo rt the AVCHD s tandard.

•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. •The SDHC logo is a trademark. •The 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 tradem arks of the manufactu rers who developed the system or produc t
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.

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a device, and i t may not be possible to remove the di sc once inser ted.

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