Panasonic Debuts 3-CCD SD Memory Card Camcorder
September 03, 2005
Secaucus, NJ - Panasonic announced what they say is the world’s first 3CCD SD camcorder. The lightweight SDR-S100 ($1199.95) records MPEG2 video onto SD Memory Cards and features a Leica Dicomar lens, 10X optical zoom and Optical Image Stabilization. The SDR-S100 SD camcorder comes with a 2GB SD Memory Card capable of holding approximately 100 minutes of MPEG2 video (recorded in LP mode.)
“The SDR-S100 represents a totally new concept in video recording,” said Rudy Vitti, national marketing manager for Panasonic. “It outpaces conventional camcorders both in size and ease of operation, while delivering a beautiful, high-quality MPEG2 video picture.”
The SDR-S100 features a newly developed MPEG2 engine designed to precisely detect and process fast movements, maximizing image quality. The SDR-S100 records in the 16:9 aspect ratio. The vertical zoom ratio is minimized to boost vertical resolution. The SDR-S100 also features a wide, 2.8" LCD to frame shots in the 16:9 format. Shots can also be framed for viewing on a conventional 4:3 TV as well.
Non-linear editing requires no cable connection if you use a PC with an SD slot. If using the included USB 2.0 high speed cable, users can download data to the PC. SD Memory Cards do not require a finalization process, presenting another convenience for the user. Video shot with the SDR-S100 can be transferred to DVDs. The camcorder can also capture a 3.1-megapixel (2048 x 1512) still image and features MEGA O.I.S. for image stability.
The SDR-S100 includes a rechargeable battery pack and a 2GB SD Memory Card.
The Panasonic SDR-S100 SD camcorder is slated for introduction in October.
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