New Sanyo DMX-HD1000

The Sanyo DMX-HD1000 sells for $799.99 and will start shipping on October 5th.
The Sanyo Xacti HD1000 camcorder records 1080i high-definition video with 4 megapixel still images in a single compact and elegant design. Features include full 1080i HD Recording, 10x Optical (f/1.8) HD Zoom Lens, 4 Megapixel still photos, 2.7" Widescreen Display, MPEG4 AVC/H.264 Format, HDMI high-definition output, and up to 8GB SDHC Memory Cards support.




Features :

1.World’s smallest and lightest*1 Full HD (1920 x 1080) recording digital movie camera
2.Adopts “New Ergonomic Design”
3.“Xacti Library” function allows easy file saving and playback
4.Enriched Camera Functions
5.Other Features

• Equipped with ‘SIMPLEEmode for even beginners to create high quality, beautiful high definition movies.
• Defaults for automatic settings can be restored through a single “Full-AutoEbutton
• Bundled with “Nero 7 EssentialsEfor playback and “Ulead DVD MovieFactory 5 SEEfor editing.
• Able to turn on and off the camera through the bundled remote control(When camera is in docking station)
• Adopts newly developed 2.7 inch 230,000 pixel, Widescreen TFT-LCD monitor compatible with viewing in HD mode.
• Newly developed, large and long-lasting 1900 mAh Lithium-ion battery.
• Allows use of external accessories such as an external strobe, video light, microphone, etc.
• Optional special tele conversion lens(1.6x)/wide conversion lens(0.7x)/semi fish-eye (0.4x) conversion lens/ also available

More details: viaAmazon.com and Sanyo

Hitachi DZ-BD7HA Blu-ray Camcorder

The Hitachi DZ-BD7HA records full HD video onto Blu-ray discs and a 30GB HDD.
The compact digital HD camcorder has a 5.3 Mega Pixel 1/2.8" CMOS Image Sensor.

Amazon.com sells the DZ-BD7HA for $1,499.99.

Amazon.com also offers the cheaper Blu-ray disc only camcorder Hitachi DZ-BD70A. This one sells for $1,299.00 and starts shipping on October 1st.

Features :
• 8 cm BD-RE/-R/DVD Drive
• 30GB HDD
• 5.3 Mega Pixel CMOS
• 1-Touch Easy Dubbing
• High Resolution Image Processing LSI
• 1-Second Quick Start

more information : via hitachi and CNET

High Definition Handycam® Camcorder HDR-CX7

PRICE : $874.95 - $1,199.99 at 10 online stores. click here

FEATURES :

3.2 Megapixel (Gross) ClearVid™ CMOS Sensor

1/2.9" ClearVid CMOS Sensor provides stunning detail and clarity with exceptional video (1080 lines of resolution - HD Mode or 530 lines of horizontal resolution - SD Mode) and still image performance (6.1 Megapixel). Unlike traditional CCD Imagers, CMOS Sensors require less power, providing better battery performance.

Switchable HD/SD Format Recording

The HDR-CX7 is capable of recording and playing back both High Definition (HD) and Standard Definition (SD) video recorded on Memory Stick PRO Duo™ media (sold separately)

x.v.Color™ Technology

x.v.Color technology can capture or display nearly twice as many (1.8x) viewable colors than currently possible. This provides a more accurate and vivid color range, for a more natural, lifelike overall experience.

10X Optical / 20X Digital Zoom

The optical zoom helps to bring the action close up from far away. In addition, the Digital Zoom Interpolation means that extreme digital zooming is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zoom.

Professional Quality Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar® T Lens

Carl Zeiss lenses have an advanced optical multi-layer coating that offers less glare and flare with increased contrast. This results in vivid image brilliance, true-to-life color saturation and perfect renditions of subtle tones. The additional T coating on the lens further reduces unwanted glare and flare.

2.7" Wide⁴ (16:9) Hybrid Touch Panel Clear Photo LCD Plus™ Display (211K Pixels)

The 2.7" Wide (16:9) LCD screen provides exceptional viewing clarity with improved resoltuion. The 211K pixel LCD screen rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles providing sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback, and the widescreen format makes shooting in 16:9 mode and composing shots even easier.

Smooth Slow Record

By increasing the record rate from 60 fields per second (fps) to 240 fps for 3 seconds allowing you to capture 3 seconds of fast motion and play the video back in 12 seconds. This is great for analyzing a golf swing or a viewing a bird in flight. In addition, record an audio track to narrate what is being seen in the video.

Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media Slot

Capture still images up to 2848x2136 resolution, directly onto Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media (sold separately) for easy trasfer to PCs for emailing, printing or shairing with other compatible Memory Stick PRO Duo™ devices (sold separately).

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