Panasonic HDC-SD5 Flash Memory HD Camcorder: Standing at the Forefront of High Definition

by seosh on 2008-03-05 09:48:23

The Panasonic Corporation's concerted push in high-definition camcorder products during the second half of the year was akin to a sleeping lion suddenly waking up, causing quite a stir. As the only 1920×1080 full HD AVCHD flash memory HD camcorder currently available, the appearance of the HDC-SD5 proudly demonstrated its own R&D strength to the world. Its all-black design gives the SD5 an overall feeling as delicate as a pearl; metal-like particles have been added to the body lacquer which can help prevent scratches. It is steady but not dull, grand but still elegant.

Its core system inherits the noble lineage of Panasonic's 3CCD imaging system, combined with a Leica (LEICA) 10x optical zoom lens with a diameter of 37mm, laying a solid foundation for perfect HD image quality. In terms of image engine and optical stabilization functions, the SD5 has made some breakthroughs compared to its predecessor: the addition of a new crystal image processing chip and ADVNCED OIS optical stabilization technology effectively compensates for image blurring caused by hand shaking during shooting, making HD images even more outstanding. The unparalleled hardware configuration is enough to look down on all competitors.

Compared to traditional camcorders where the screen basically needs to be manually opened when turned on, the operation mode of the SD5 is obviously much more elegant. You just need to lightly touch the corresponding button on the body and the display screen will automatically open gently, making it very suitable for single-handed operation. To avoid the overall layout looking too cluttered, there is a large cover on the right side of the SD5 body that is blocked by the hand strap. Opening the cover reveals the HDMI interface and the widely used mini USB interface, making it very convenient to connect to a computer or LCD TV. In addition, Panasonic has fully considered the user's post-application needs, with a built-in fully Chinese menu that is simple and practical. Notably, the SD5 also includes a quick connection mode with Panasonic VIERA flat panel TVs, achieving the best results in capturing, recording, and sharing HD images.

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