The HDC-SX5 can record full-HD motion images onto both SDHC/SD Memory Cards and DVD discs. It can record up to 180 minutes of video on an 8GB SDHC Memory Card, and up to 60 minutes on a 3-inch DVD-R dual-layer disc. The combined media captures up to 240 minutes of full-HD recording. The SX5 can also copy recorded video from an SDHC/SD Memory Card to a 3-inch DVD disc internally with the touch of a single button, without connecting to a PC. Video can also be recorded on a DVD disc in standard definition (MPEG2) format for playback on a DVD recorder/player.
The HDC-SX5 uses the AVCHD format to record full-HD video with 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution. It employs Panasonic's original 3CCD camera system, a professional broadcast feature, which render vivid, true-to-life colors, outstanding detail and rich gradation. The HDC-SX5 also boasts Panasonic's new Advanced O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) minimizing the effect of hand shake. This technology helps produce crisp, clear images, which is especially important for viewing on large-screen high resolution TVs where image imperfections are easily visible.
To match the newly developed full-HD CCD, Panasonic has further enhanced its acclaimed Crystal Engine image processor. A new noise reduction circuit is combined with the new Intelligent Contrast Control circuit to boost image quality while reducing power consumption, offering superior images and longer battery life, the HD Crystal Engine takes camcorder performance to new heights.
Additional Features and Functions
Leica Dicomar Lens
Photographers around the world know Leica Camera AG as a maker of
superb cameras and lenses. This company's advanced optical technology
has been fused with Panasonic's leading-edge digital technology to
create the Leica Dicomar lens. The Leica Dicomar lens provided in the
HDC-SX5 features 12 lens elements in eight groups and uses
low-dispersion optical glass to reduce the blurring of color. A
special multi-coating process is applied to the 14 lens element
surfaces to minimize chromatic aberration, so images are crisp, clear,
and free of flare and ghosting.
Intelligent Contrast Control (New)
This intelligent new function continually measures the ambient light intensity and adjusts the contrast as it changes. Providing control over a wider range of lighting conditions than previous functions, Intelligent Contrast
Control helps prevent a washed-out look in bright parts of an image and
black-outs in shadowy part. You capture images with natural nuances and
contrast. Even when you're shooting toward the light source, Intelligent Contrast Control lets you capture true-to-life pictures with outstanding depth.
Wide Viewing Angle LCD Monitor (New)
The HDC-SX5 incorporates a new LCD that has 300,000 pixels and a wide 170-degree viewing angle both vertically and horizontally. The wider viewing angle is a big advantage in high-angle and low-angle shooting. It's a big advantage in playback too, allowing several people
at the same time to enjoy viewing the video clip you just recorded.
Power LCD Extra (New)
The brightness of the LCD can be set to either of two levels to match
the ambient light condition. At the brighter setting, the LCD provides
clear, easy viewing even when you're shooting outdoors on a sunny day.
Playback
VIERA Link
The HDC-SX5 is compatible with Panasonic's VIERA Link. Connect the
HDC-SX5 to a VIERA TV via an HDMI cable, and you can operate the camcorder using the TV remote control and following on-screen prompts. This adds extra ease and convenience to the fun of viewing the full-HD video you record.
Direct Viewing with SD Card Slot
The SDHC/SD Memory Card can simply be taken from the HDC-SX5 and slipped into the card slot of a Panasonic VIERA PZ700 to view full-HD images recorded in the AVCHD format.
*JPEG format still images can be viewed with other SD card slot-equipped VIERA models.
One Button Dubbing (New)
The SX5 is a hybrid camcorder that can record full-HD motion images onto both SDHC/SD Memory Cards and DVD discs. It can copy data from a memory card to a disc internally, without requiring use of a PC or other equipment. This gives you a quick, easy way to copy recordings onto a DVD disc for storage and archiving. By simply connecting the SX5 to a TV with an (optional) HDMI cable, the SX5 can also play back the images that you copied to the DVD disc all by itself, so you can easily watch them on the TV without having to use a DVD player.
Editing Software "HD writer 2.0" (SX5) (New)
Full-HD video clips can be easily edited with the software provided or
copied onto a DVD disc. The video data can be saved in either the AVCHD
or DVD-VIDEO format, depending on how it will be played back. Recordings saved in the full-HD AVCHD format are suitable for playback with a BD player, while DVD-VIDEO (standard definition) recordings can be played back with a DVD player.
