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systems, which capture all sounds from the front. You get a realistic | In this mode the microphones focus on sounds coming from right in front | ||||
sound space that's a perfect match with the | of you, even when the lens is not zooming. |
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Selectable Recording Formats
When recording onto a DVD disc, the SX5 lets you record in either
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Disc Copy Function
Using just the SX5 itself, you can copy video clips from an SD Memory Card to a DVD disc. Pressing a single button is all it takes. You don't need to use a PC or any other equipment.
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HD Writer 2.0E
The SX5 also comes with software that makes it easy to edit your recordings
using a PC. You can then copy the edited video to a DVD disc in either the | Quick & Easy! |
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AVCHD or the MPEG2 format. Choose the one that best suits your playback | The software guides you through the simple steps. |
equipment or how you intend to use your recordings. This | You'll find editing easy to do, even if it's your first time. |
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The detail is so fine, you can even check the club head angle as it strikes the ball.
PreventsSystem Requirements (SX5)
| HD Writer 2.0E | Card Reader Function (Mass Storage) |
Interface | USB port | USB port |
| Windows® 2000 SP4 | Windows® 2000 SP4 |
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•Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some personal computers cannot be used. •This software is not compatible with Microsoft Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me and Windows NT. •The supplied
Intelligent Contrast Control
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By detecting the intensity of the ambient light and adjusting the exposure accordingly, Intelligent Contrast Control prevents blown highlights
and blocked shadows. This helps render
Without Intelligent Contrast Control
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requires an administrator account.) •Microsoft and Windows and WindowsVista® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. •Intel®, CoreTM and Pentium® are registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States and the other countries. •Other names of systems and products mentioned in these instructions are generally the registered trademarks or trademarks of the manufacturers who developed the system or product concerned.
directly toward the light source – a very challenging situation in photography – Intelligent Contrast Control lets you capture clear images with enhanced depth.
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The man facing the sun is fine, but the woman under the parasol is in a shadow - you can't see anything there.
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The contrast looks natural. The woman under the parasol has been brightened without making the background appear washed out.
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HN / 9 Mbps | 42 min | 42 min | 40 min | 21 min | ||
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SP / 5 Mbps | 74 min | 74 min | 69 min | 37 min | ||
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•We recommend using a DVD disc made by Panasonic for
Wide Viewing Angle
With 300,000 dots and exceptional detail, the new LCD is among the best
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HN / 9 Mbps | 4 h | 2 h | 1 h |
HE / 6 Mbps | 6 h | 3 h | 1 h 30 min |
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following website. http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs/e_cam (This website is in English only.)
in the industry. The viewing angle is 170° both vertically and horizontally,
so everyone can gather
around and easily see the images you just shot. The wide viewing angle is also
a big help when you're taking
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Panasonic took the advanced imaging circuitry used in our professional
equipment and adapted it for home use. The result is the HD Advanced Pure Color Engine – a
HD Advanced Pure Color Engine
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| HD: | 1 h | 55 min | 1 h 5 min | 1 h 5 min | 1 h 10 min | 1 h 5 min | 25 min | 25 min | 25 min | 25 min | 30 min | 25 min |
HD: SD card | 1 h 30 min | 1 h 20 min | 1 h 30 min | 1 h 25 min | 1 h 30 min | 1 h 25 min | 55 min | 50 min | 55 min | 50 min | 55 min | 50 min | |
| STD: | 1 h 5 min | 1 h | 1 h 10 min | 1 h 5 min | 1 h 15 min | 1 h 10 min | 25 min | 25 min | 30 min | 25 min | 30 min | 30 min |
| HD: | 1 h 55 min | 1 h 50 min | 2 h 5 min | 2 h | 2 h 10 min | 2 h 5 min | 50 min | 50 min | 50 min | 50 min | 55 min | 50 min |
HD: SD card | 2 h 45 min | 2 h 35 min | 2 h 50 min | 2 h 40 min | 2 h 50 min | 2 h 40 min | 1 h 40 min | 1 h 35 min | 1 h 45 min | 1 h 35 min | 1 h 45 min | 1 h 35 min | |
| STD: | 2 h | 1 h 55 min | 2 h 10 min | 2 h 5 min | 2 h 20 min | 2 h 10 min | 50 min | 50 min | 55 min | 50 min | 55 min | 55 min |
| HD: | 5 h | 4 h 35 min | 5 h 15 min | 5 h | 5 h 35 min | 5 h 15 min | 2 h 10 min | 2 h | 2 h 10 min | 2 h 5 min | 2 h 20 min | 2 h 10 min |
HD: SD card | 6 h 50 min | 6 h 25 min | 7 h 5 min | 6 h 40 min | 7 h 5 min | 6 h 40 min | 4 h 15 min | 4 h | 4 h 25 min | 4 h 5 min | 4 h 25 min | 4 h 5 min | |
| STD: | 5 h | 4 h 50 min | 5 h 30 min | 5 h 15 min | 5 h 45 min | 5 h 35 min | 2 h 15 min | 2 h 10 min | 2 h 15 min | 2 h 10 min | 2 h 25 min | 2 h 20 min |
•This is a guideline that includes time for operations such as starting and stopping the recording, turning the power on and off, and zooming. The actual time is shorter. •EVF: Viewfinder, LCD: LCD monitor
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