December 2006

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December 27, 2006
 
Panasonic AG-HVX200

Panasonic News Release Excerpt:
With the ability to capture images in 21 video formats, the ultra-versatile HVX200 records in high definition in 1080i and 720p in production-proven 100 Mbps DVCPRO HD quality. The DVCPRO HD format offers users cost-effective, intra-frame compression, where each frame stands on its own for editing, and its full 4:2:2 color sampling allows the image to hold up under color correction.          Full Review

December 27, 2006
 
Sony Handycam DCR-SR80

Sony News Release Excerpt:
The 60GB DCR-SR80 model has a wide 2.7-inch wide hybrid LCD display with start, stop and zoom buttons, 12x optical zoom, a one-mega pixel CCD imager and an active interface shoe for attaching accessories such as an external microphone or light. It will be available in September for about $800. “With the explosive growth of Internet blogs and vlogs, people are capturing more video and sharing their recordings in new ways,” said Linda Vuolo, director of marketing for camcorder products at Sony Electronics.         Full Review

December 27, 2006
 
Sony Handycam DCR-SR60

Sony News Release Excerpt:
The 30GB DCR-SR60 camcorder has a wide 2.7-inch wide hybrid LCD display with start, stop and zoom buttons, 12x optical zoom, a one-mega pixel CCD imager and an active interface shoe for attaching accessories such as an external microphone or light. It will be available in September for about $700. All three of the new camcorders are designed to capture the activity and spontaneity of life. They each use the HDD Smart Protection system, which combines physical shock absorbers, G-sensor™ shock protection and video stream buffering to help prevent data loss if the cameras are dropped or shaken.         Full Review

December 27, 2006
 
Sony Handycam DCR-SR40

Sony News Release Excerpt:
The 30GB DCR-SR40 model has a 20x optical zoom, six hour battery life, 2.5-inch (4:3 ratio) LCD monitor and touch panel functionality. It will be available in September for about $600. For those times when you want to take your video “offline,” the Handycam Station features a One Touch DVD Burn button that automatically burns video to a DVD via a PC. The Handycam Station is also designed to work seamlessly with the Sony’s new VRD-MC3 and VRD-VC30.         Full Review

December 27, 2006
 
Canon HV10

Canon News Release Excerpt:
"The Canon HV10 HDV camcorder gives consumers some of the same technologies that are used by demanding professionals in our EOS line of Digital SLR cameras and our best selling broadcast television lenses," said Yukiaki Hashimoto, senior vice president and general manager of the consumer imaging group at Canon U.S.A., Inc. "Consumers who enjoy the premium picture quality of their High Definition television sets can now capture their memories and play them back at that same quality."     Full Review

December 28, 2006
 
Samsung Ultra Edition 13.8 (Z720)

Samsung News Release Excerpt:
The Ultra Edition 13.8 (Z720) weighs only 80 grams, extremely light for a HSDPA handset. The technology powerhouse comes packed with a 3 megapixel camera with auto focus for taking photos anytime and anyplace. The wide dimension of 104.5x51.3mm allows for a generous 2.1” QVGA display and also WAP 2.0 and HTML browsing capabilities are supported. In order to fully enjoy all of the 3G benefits, the Ultra Edition 13.8 (Z720) also includes a camera for video telephony.    Full Review

December 28, 2006
 
Canon XH A1

Canon News Release Excerpt:
The XH A1 and XH G1 HD camcorders are designed to handle a variety of different shooting situations. Canon housed the 2.8" Widescreen LCD securely beneath the handle, which allows it to swing out easily when needed. The handle provides an additional record start/stop and a zoom control, making it ideal for low-angle shooting. The new models include toggle switches, which are standard on high-end video equipment for gain, color bars, and white balance. To reduce camcorder size, an internal battery compartment holds one Canon BP-950G or the large capacity BP-970G battery.       Full Review

December 28, 2006
 
Canon XH G1

Canon News Release Excerpt:
"Canon is now offering a full range of HD solutions that give professionals the control they need at a price point they can afford." said Yukiaki Hashimoto, senior vice president and general manager of the consumer imaging group at Canon U.S.A., Inc., "Joining the open architecture of the XL H1 model, Canon's newest camcorders round out our high definition line by providing features and design demanded by a wide variety of professionals."         Full Review

December 28, 2006
 
Canon XL H1

Canon News Release Excerpt:
As Canon's first HD video camera, the XL H1 High Definition (HD) camcorder and 20x HD video zoom lens with Superior Canon Optics* provide broadcasters with a low-cost 1080i resolution option for ENG, Documentary or Reality TV production. Filmmakers will also appreciate the extensive Cine controls and 24 Frame rate option the XL H1 camcorder offers. Canon's "professional jackpack" features include uncompressed digital HD-SDI output for seamless integration into broadcast studios or high-quality image transfer to non-linear editing systems.          Full Review

December 29, 2006
 
Ambient Light and ISO Adjustments

Robert Pairan writes, "If you have been taking photographs for years or just now starting there is one quick rule of thumb that is key to understanding how cameras work. I call it the Ambient Light Rule. There are two standard agencies that regulate camera speeds; in the old days film used ASA (American Standards Association) now film cameras and digital cameras use ISO (International Standards Organization) with both the higher the ASA or ISO number the faster the film or computer chip will accept light therefore allowing the camera to manipulate shutter speed and aperture opening."          Full Article

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