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Panasonic HDC-SD5

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The ultra-compact HDC-SD5 camcorder is equipped with 2.7-in wide-angle LCD monitor, 10x optical zoom with built-in optical image stabilizer, and a Leica Dicomar lens for capturing high definition footage with Dolby Digital sound.

Features

The HDC-SD5 captures video on the AVCHD format with 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution. It uses the 3CCD camera system to record videos with clear images and true-to-life colors. It is also equipped with the advanced O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) which minimizes camera shake, done by trembling hands, and delivers crisp, clear images. Its Leica Dicomar lens provides 12 lens elements in eight groups, and uses low-dispersion optical glass to reduce color blur. With a special multi-coating process is applied to the lens, chromatic aberration is minimized so images are crisp, clear, and free of flare and glare. The HDC-SD5 also feature the new intelligent contrast control which measures ambient lighting and adjust the contrast as it changes.

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Hi-Def, 3CCD Palmcorder® Camcorder with Included DVD Burner, 1920x1080-Pixel Recording, Optical Image Stabilizer and Leica Lens, Records to SD Memory Card.

  • The HDC-SD5 hi-def camcorder comes bund…
  1. Reviewer: Camcorder Info
    30 July 2007

    As usual, we love the feel of a Panasonic in our hands. They generally do a great job with design, and the HDC-SD5’s sleek, compact body sets a new high watermark. The increased resolution over last year’s HDC-SD1 ( Read more

  1. ah. may. zing.

    Reviewer: M. Lajoie "up-and-coming director extrodinaire", Amazon
    1 week ago
    Overall 10
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    so, this camera is basically awesome. the picture is great (yes, it's true that it's a little grainy in low lighting, but that's just fine), it's easy to use, a perfect size, and it's super light, but not too light. ont of the things i love most about it, though, is the image stabilization. this makes it so that you get the same, stable results you would get while using a tripod by just holding the camera in your hand (unless, of course, you have REALLY shaky hands fo... Read more

  2. Quick review of Panasonic HDC SD 5

    Reviewer: BelgischeFriet, Ciao
    20 March 2008
    Overall 6
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    Hello...this camcorder has a nice design and is also really good. I like using this camera for family moments. So I recommend this. :) Read more

  3. Good camera worth the money (almost)

    Reviewer: jfreelan1964, Epinions
    06 February 2008
    Overall 8
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    This is the first camcorder I have bought since I first bought my monster shoulder carry VHS camcorder (Panasonic). totally solid state camcorder. I have not had any problem with this camcorder or its media transfering files to the computer or saving to the bundled DVD writer. I don't like the artifact of the video but that is inherent of the AVCHD codec that this camera uses. Also the bit rate is compromised by all manufacturers so that the consumer can use any SD me... Read more

  4. Got my vote for best home office multifunction printer award.

    Reviewer: littlecelticgirl, Ebay
    27 June 2005

    I've been scouting for a multifunction laser printer for about an year. I got fed up with inkjet printers - inkjet printers always seem to produce great print quality at first, until nozzle clogs. Afterward it's all downhill. So with limited desk top space, I was looking for a compact version. In short, I need a flat bed scanner, an auto feeder, copy, fax, print and optional network ready (NOT network capable like most HP where you spend another $100 for a print serve... Read more

  1. Camcorder lens information

    Thank you for that information. Knowing this, could you please help me to figure out what type of fisheye lens to get? I have a Panasonic HDCSD5K HD camcorder. The filter diameter is 37mm, and the image sensor is 1/6" CCD x 3 (560K x 3 pixels total) I want a fisheye that is .043X. No one seems to know the answer, even Panasonic hasn't got any listed yet on their website. Any help will be great!

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