Panasonic HDC-SD20 SD Card Full HD Camcorder

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Panasonic HDC-SD20 SD Card Full HD Camcorder
Key Features
  • 1920 x 1080 HD
  • SD/SDHC Card Slot
  • 1/6" CMOS Sensor
  • Leica Dicomar Lens
The entry-level HDC-SD20 SD Card Full HD Camcorder from Panasonic gives you high definition recording at an affordable price. Whether you want to record all the moments of your baby's first few years or show off your intimidating skateboard skills, the HDC-SD20 has solid features and the flexibility of SD/SDHC memory card recording, which lends well to Internet sharing. If you're looking to do a little more with your memories, take advantage of the SD20's compatibility with Mac for editing in iMovie.

You don't have to worry about not getting that once in a lifetime moment, either. The camera's Intelligent Auto (iA) mode takes the confusion out of recording by automatically adjusting for your specific situation with features such as Face Detection and Scene Detection. Other advanced features like the Leica Dicomar lens and 16x optical zoom give you an added edge.

The HDC-SD20 provides the quality of HD, and ease-of-use, at a manageable price.

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Panasonic HDC-SD20 Overview

The entry-level HDC-SD20 SD Card Full HD Camcorder from Panasonic gives you high definition recording at an affordable price. Whether you want to record all the moments of your baby's first few years or show off your intimidating skateboard skills, the HDC-SD20 has solid features and the flexibility of SD/SDHC memory card recording, which lends well to Internet sharing. If you're looking to do a little more with your memories, take advantage of the SD20's compatibility with Mac for editing in iMovie.

You don't have to worry about not getting that once in a lifetime moment, either. The camera's Intelligent Auto (iA) mode takes the confusion out of recording by automatically adjusting for your specific situation with features such as Face Detection and Scene Detection. Other advanced features like the Leica Dicomar lens and 16x optical zoom give you an added edge.

The HDC-SD20 provides the quality of HD, and ease-of-use, at a manageable price.

Full 1920 x 1080 HD Recording
The HDC-SD20 records in true 1920 x 1080 high definition, resulting in fine detail and high resolution - a must for viewing on any HDTV.
Record to External Flash Memory
Record to compact and lightweight SD/SDHC memory cards for hassle-free transfer of video and stills to your computer for emailing and easy uploading to social media sites.
1/6" CMOS Image Sensor
The 1/6" CMOS image sensor captures life-like high definition video (MPEG4) and still (JPEG) images.
Leica Dicomar Lens & 16x Optical Zoom
The Lecia Dicomar lens boasts multi-coatings and 7 elements for clean images with natural color. 16x optical zoom brings far off subjects up close with little to no loss in image quality.
2.7" Wide LCD Display
The 2.7" wide LCD gives you a generous viewing surface on which to compose and playback video and stills.
Digital Still Recording
The HDC-SD20 doubles as a digital still camera. Still images in the JPEG format easily upload to the Internet for sharing.
Creative Control and Workflow Features
  • Intelligent Auto mode automatically adjusts for the scene, includes Face Detection & Scene Detection
  • 5.1 channel surround sound
  • Auto Power LCD and quick power on
  • Compatible with Mac for editing in iMovie
  • Networking with Panasonic VIERA TV or Blu-ray player

Panasonic HDC-SD20 Specs

Optics
Sensor
1.47Mp 1/6" CMOS Sensor
Lens
Leica Dicomar lens
Focal length=2.95-47.2mm
F/Stop=1.8-3.3
Zoom
16x Optical
40-1000x Digital
Filter Size
43mm
Recording
System
NTSC
Format
MPEG4-AVC/H.264 (AVCHD standard compliant)
Audio
Dolby Digital (5.1 channel)
Image Stabilization
Advanced Optical Image Stabilization
Lux
Standard illumination: 1400 lux
Minimum illumination: 9 lux (1/30 Low Light mode), 1 lux (Magic Pix)
Recording Media
SD/SDHC memory card (not included)
Recording Time
SD/SDHC memory card
1GB: HA: 7 minutes HE: 21 minutes
32GB: HA: 4 hours HE: 12 hours
Display
Display Type
Wide LCD
Display Size
2.7" (230,400 pixels)
Viewfinder
No
Camera Features
Manual Controls
White Balance, Shutter Speed, Iris, Focus
Built-In Speaker
Yes
Built-in Mic
Yes
Accessory Shoe
No
Built-in Light/Flash
Flash - Yes
Light - Yes
Digital Still Mode
Still Recording Media
SD/SDHC Memory Card
Resolution
2.1Mp (1920 x 1080)
Input/Output Connectors
Inputs
No
Output
AV out
USB 2.0
Component
HDMI Mini
Microphone Input
No
Headphone Jack
No
General
Languages
English, French, Spanish
Compatible Operating Systems
Windows XP, 2000, Vista

Mac OS X 10.4 or higher for iMovie'08 7.1.2 or later (HD writer AE 1.0 is not available for Mac)

Power Requirements
110-240VAC, 50/60Hz
Dimensions
2.52 x 2.64 x 5" (64 x 67 x 127mm)
Weight
0.60 lb (270g)

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