Panasonic NV-GS500 manual High-performance image processing, Crystal Engine & Pure Colour Engine

*As of January 4, 2006

High-performance image processing
	GS500	GS180
Crystal Engine & Pure Colour Engine	GS300	GS27

The Crystal Engine is a special image processing circuit for 3CCD camera system. And the Pure Colour Engine is the same one for high-zooming cameras. Each engine achieves truly superb colour reproduction for high quality pictures.

GS500/GS300/GS180: Crystal Engine

GS27: Pure Colour Engine

World's highest Simultaneous Motion Video and
1.2-Megapixel Still Picture Recording	GS500

Now you can have it both ways. When you're shooting a moving picture and you see a great scene, you can snap off a 1.2-megapixel still shot while continuing to record the moving picture. You don't even have to change recording modes. The moving pictures are recorded onto tape, the still is recorded onto the SD Memory Card. This two-in-one capability means you can catch sudden photo opportunities without interrupting a great moving picture scene.

With Crystal Engine Without Crystal Engine Crystal Engine Motion Video 1.2-Megapixel Still Picture

Functions that Give You More Shooting Flexibility

Simple, one-handed operation	GS500	GS180
	GS300	GS27

Never miss those sudden shooting
	GS500	GS180
opportunities--1.7 sec Quick Start
	GS300	GS27

The joystick makes the camera much easier to use, letting you control all basic operations with one hand. As you shoot, just watch the image in the monitor and follow the instruction guide. You can handle a number of operations quickly and easily, without even taking your eye off the subject.

Press the centre of the joystick to display icons on the screen.

The Help Mode Explains the Icons

Help mode explanation of Soft Skin Detail

0The GS180 has no Help Mode.

Multilingual Menu

The Quick start mode* helps shoot videos on the spur of the moment. This mode lets you shoot those not-to-be-missed scenes just 1.7sec from the time the power is turned on. *This mode can be selected from the menu. 0The GS180 has a Quick Start Button.

Improved grip for easy one-handed shooting	GS500	GS180
	GS300	GS27

The grip is slanted to follow the natural contour of the fingers, giving the camera a more comfortable fit in

your hand. The grip also has a low

profile and is angled for easy carrying. These features minimise hand strain, making it possible to shoot for long periods without fatigue.

Adjust the focus manually if you prefer with Manual Focus Ring GS500

Control buttons are centrally arranged Joystick for easier use.

Positioned at the front of the lens barrel, the manual focus ring has a non-slip, sure-grip surface for easy operation and quick response when a photo opportunity pops up. It ensures professional-style operation and enhances creativity.

More Fun After Shooting, Too

Transfer data to a PC at high speed too
USB 2.0 (HS Mode)
	GS500	GS180
and Video Class* Compatibility
	GS300

Real-time visual communication WEB Camera Function

GS500 GS180 GS300 GS27

USB 2.0 compatibility lets you upload DV data to a PC at high-speed over a single USB cable. Video Class compatibility allows real-time transfer of DV moving picture data over the same USB cable.

*Video Class is a standard format that allows the real-time transfer of moving picture data over a USB cable. GS27:USB 2.0 (FS Mode)

MotionDV STUDIO 5.6E LE for DV/SweetMovieLife 1.0 E (DV Editing Software)

The included software MotionDV STUDIO 5.3 LE DV and SweetMovieLife 1.0E is just the tool you need to make polished, smartly finished productions easily.

*The GS180 includes only MotionDV STUDIO 5.3E LE for DV.

Digital Network with e.cam

JPEG, AVI (DV)

NV-GS500
AVI (DV)		AVI (DV)
JPEG		MPEG2
Moving pictures (AVI)	Playback on a TV	JPEG
		View it on a
Still images (JPEG)	Copy it onto a DVD	large screen
	Editing	Enjoy slide shows

With the camera connected via USB cable to a PC, start up Windows® Messenger and the camera instantly turns into a web camera. Ideal for teleconferencing over the Internet, or for surveillance camera use.

Other Features

•Still Picture Recording (GS500: 4.0-Megapixel, GS300: 3.1-Megapixel, GS180: 2.3-Megapixel)

•High-Picture-Quality Wide Mode(16:9) and 2.7" Wide LCD (GS500/GS300) •AGS(Anti-Ground Shooting mode) (GS500/GS300) •Pro-CinemaMode (GS500) •Power LCD (GS500/GS300/GS180) •Tele Macro (GS500/GS300/GS180) •Accessory Shoe (GS500): Hot Shoe (GS300/GS180): Cold Shoe

•Soft Skin Detail (GS500/GS300/GS180/GS27) •Direct Mode Dial (GS500/GS300/GS180/GS27) •0Lux Colour Night View (GS500/GS300/GS180) •Colour Night View (GS500/GS300/GS180/GS27)

•Audio Level Meter & Mic Level Control (GS500) •Built-in Flash (GS500/GS300) •One-Touch Magic Strap (GS500/GS300) •Auto Lens Cover (GS300)

•SD Memory Card Compatible (GS500/GS300/GS180) •PictBridge Compatible (GS500/GS300/GS180)

•DV IN/OUT (GS500/GS300) •DV/OUT (GS180/GS27)

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