Panasonic HDC-DX1 AVCHD 3CCD High Definition DVD-RAM Camcorder

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Panasonic HDC-DX1 AVCHD 3CCD High Definition DVD-RAM Camcorder
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Panasonic HDC-DX1 Overview

The HDC-DX1 AVCHD HD Camcorder is Panasonic's smallest HD DVD camcorder on the market. However despite it's small size the HDC-DX1 is impressively well equipped. Its Leica Dicomar lens, 12x optical zoom, 5.1-ch surround sound recording, and 3" LCD screen are just the beginning of the plethora of features Panasonic included on this sleek camcorder.

Panasonic included Optical Image Stabilization and takes advantage of SDHC technology to give you the ability to capture up to one hour of 1080i on a dual-sided disk. The HDC-DX1 also features the HD Advanced Pure Color Engine, this is the same image-processing circuitry found in every one of their award-winning 3CCD camcorders.

With a multitude of extra features like an ultra-fast 1.7 second quick start time, Auto Ground directional Standby (AGS), focus assist, composition guide lines and high 6 lux sensitivity, the HDC-DX1 is the perfect camera to carry around with you wherever you go.

Multiple Format Compatibility
Compatible with DVD-R/W, DVD-RAM, DVD-R DL, DVD+R/W and DVD+R DL discs.
Three Video Chips
This camcorder comes equipped with three 800K video chips, ensuring the highest video quality. Record your memories with breathtaking clarity.
Dual Processing Engines
The HDC-DX1 has a Crystal Engine that renders highly precise, life-like colors, while the new Panasonic AVCHD Engine records in LP mode, at a level of recording quality that is almost as clear as standard SP mode.
Leica Dicomar Lens
With such features as a two-stage neutral density filter, the multi-coated lens on this camcorder adds a high level of detail to your videos and stills.
3" Wide LCD Screen
Need to shoot your footage with ease? The 3" LCD on this camcorder ensures that you won't miss a single detail.
SDHC Slot
The SDHC memory card is a higher-capacity version of the conventional SD Card, the SDHC cards have the capacity to store an astounding 32GB at higher speeds than the standard SD cards.
Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS)
While a digital image stabilizer compensates for shaking by adjusting the picture frame by frame, an Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS) avoids the shaking before the image is captured. OIS uses a a floating lens element that is moved relative to the rest of the lens, to maintain a balanced picture.

Panasonic HDC-DX1 Specs

Camera
CCD
1/4" CCD x 3, 560K Pixels x 3
Lens
Leica Dicomar, F= 1.8-2.8
Zoom
Optical: 12x
Digital: 30 - 700x
Optical Image Stabilization
Optical Image Stabilizer
Filter Size
43mm
Lux
2 lux (MagicPix)
Recording
System
NTSC
Format
DVD
AVCHD
Audio
Stereo 5ECM
5.1ch Surround Sound
Time Code
Yes
Date & Time
Yes
A/V Dubbing
No
Display
Viewfinder
0.44" wide (183K pixels)
LCD Monitor
3.0" wide (250K pixels)
Conveniences
Manual Controls
Focus, Aperture, Shutter Speed, White Balance
Built-in Light
No
Built-in Mic
Yes
Built-In Speaker
Yes
Accessory Shoe
Yes, Cold Shoe
Titler
No
Digital Effects
Sports, Portrait, Low-light, Spotlight, Surf & Snow
Fade Resistance
No
Tape Loading
Side
Digital Still Mode
Resolution
2.1 MEGA: 1920 x 1080 (16:9)
Card Slot
SD slot
Built-in Flash
Yes
Input/Output Connectors
Line In Recording
No
Inputs
USB x1
Outputs
USB 2.0: - x1
Composite: - x1
HDMI: - x1
Component Video: - x1
Edit Protocol
No
Microphone Input
Yes (Stereo Mini)
Headphone Jack
No
General
Power Requirements
DC 9.3V/7.2V
Power Consumption
8.0W
Dimensions
3.6 x 3.5 x 6.4" (9.2 x 9 x 16.2 cm)
Weight
W/O Battery: 1.5 lb (680 g)

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