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Sanyo Xacti HD2 News Release Summary:
Sanyo Xacti HD2 Offers Next-Generation Performance Upgrades
Including a New
7.38-Megapixel Sensor, Up to 76% Greater Low-Light Sensitivity
and an HDMI
Digital Interface
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 8 /PRNewswire/ -- CES Central Hall Booth #11017
--
Packed with performance upgrades including a new 7.38-megapixel
CCD image
sensor that dramatically improves low-light sensitivity, the new
SANYO
Xacti HD2 is the world's smallest and lightest high-definition
digital
video camera* and the highly anticipated next-generation
follow-up to
2006's innovative and multi award-winning HD1 and HD1a series.
The Sanyo Xacti HD2 combines the functionality of a 720p
high-definition digital camcorder and 7.1-megapixel digital
still camera
into one ergonomic, pocket-sized device. For optimized
performance, a new
HDMI digital interface, built into the HD2's multifunction
docking station,
provides an all-digital output to HDTVs and high-definition
video
recorders. Featuring a unique pistol-grip and thumb-operable
design, the
HD2 can record up to 21 minutes of high-definition video (or up
to one hour
of standard-definition video) per gigabyte of available memory
on any
standard SD or high-capacity SDHC card (memory cards sold
separately).
Using a single 8-gigabyte SDHC card, HD2 users can easily and
spontaneously
shoot nearly three hours of high-definition video, up to eight
hours of
standard-definition video or thousands of 7.1- megapixel digital
still
images.
"The enormous worldwide demand for the high-definition HD1
series
inspired and invigorated SANYO's design team to significantly
raise the
performance bar on the HD2," said John Lamb, Senior Marketing
Manager for
SANYO Fisher Company's Audio Video Division. "Increased
low-light
sensitivity is just one example of how the HD2 has been
engineered to
provide a more satisfying user experience than ever before."
Sporting a stylish blue graphite body, the Sanyo Xacti HD2 will
be
available in the U.S. in March 2007 at an MSRP of $699.99**.
The Xacti HD2 responds to light as low as 12.5 lux in auto mode.
This
represents an up to 75% increase in low-light sensitivity when
compared to
the 50 lux auto mode capability of the previous models, the HD1
and HD1a.
The HD2 responds to light as low as 6 lux, in lamp mode,
representing an up
to 76% increase in low-light sensitivity when compared to the 25
lux
capability of the HD1 and HD1a. The HD2 features a special "High
Sensitivity" button, allowing users to quickly switch from
standard
sensitivity mode and shoot in a wide variety of low-light
situations.
Super-fast start up
The Xacti HD2 high-definition video camera is designed for super
fast
start-up and shooting. With no tape to queue up, simply open the
display
and the HD2 automatically powers up and is ready to record in as
little as
1.7 seconds.
Image Stabilization
The Sanyo Xacti HD2 features a digital image stabilization that
works
across the full shooting range from wide-angle to telephoto.
Using an
original corrective algorithm developed by SANYO, the HD2 is
able to
distinguish between "trembling hands" and "camera work" such as
panning and
tilting.
1280 x 720 progressive HD video scanning
Thanks to highly efficient MPEG-4 technology, the HD2 is able to
create
richly detailed high-definition 720p (1280 x 720 pixels) videos
at 30
frames per second. That's up to three times more pixels than
standard
conventional video cameras.
High-definition engine
The Sanyo Xacti HD2 is powered by high-precision LSI
(large-scale
integration) circuitry for advanced, high-definition image
processing. This
powerful "high-definition engine" processes a vast number of
calculations
and enables the HD2 to realize image processing functions such
as
high-definition 720p processing, real-time MPEG-4 compression
and noise
reduction.
Super-fast 9Mbs frame rate
The SANYO HD2 high-definition digital video camera features an
accelerated frame rate in the HD mode that is more than four
times faster
than earlier digital cameras. Transmitting data at 9 megabits
per seconds
ensures that camera and subject motion are smooth and natural,
without the
image lag or distortion that might occur in slower-responding
systems.
10x optical zoom
The HD2 features a generous and highly efficient 10x optical
zoom lens.
Built from 12 elements designed in 9 groups and with a built-in
neutral
density filter, the 10x zoom lens has a maximum aperture of
f/3.5 in both
wide and telephoto angles, allowing for clear images in lower
light
situations. Combined with a 10x digital zoom capability, the HD2
is capable
of a total 100x zoom.
2.2-inch LCD display
The HD2 features a large Sanyo-developed 2.2-inch LCD display
with
210,000 total pixels for exceptionally clear viewing. The
display flips out
from the camera and rotates up to 285 degrees on axis for taking
great
video or still images even in difficult locations.
Digital video and stills, all in one
The HD2 can record 7.1-megapixel still images in addition to
720p video
clips. It can even snap a still image while recording
high-definition (1280
x 720-pixel) digital video with a simple press of the shutter
button during
the shooting of a video clip.***
Video recording optimized for personal media players
The HD2's "Web-SHQ" recording mode is designed specifically to
capture
video destined for video iPod and other popular MPEG-4 capable
personal
media players. For optimal playback on such devices, video is
captured at a
resolution of 320 x 240 pixels and a smooth and natural 30
frames per
second.
16:9 still shooting
A selectable 16:9 shooting mode allows users to capture stills
in the
same widescreen format as their high-definition videos for
eye-catching
viewing on a 16:9 television screen.
Convenient in-camera video editing
The HD2 offers enhanced video editing functions, enabling quick
A>B
deletions and easy combining of video clips. In-camera editing
makes it
easy to remove unwanted material and helps conserve memory card
space.
Very small, very light
Lightweight at only 8.3 ounces (including battery and a standard
SD
memory card), the HD2 measures 3.1. W x 4.7. H x 1.4. D.
Other Sanyo Xacti HD2 features include:
- 16:9 widescreen format (HD-SHQ / HD-HQ modes)
- Rapid 7.1-megapixel sequential still shooting
- High-quality 48 kHz, 16-bit, stereo AAC-LC sound (MPEG-4
Audio)
- Convenient pop-up flash
- HD/Norm switch for easy video mode changes
- Talking navigation guide for first-time users
- Super Macro shooting down to 1 cm (W) / 1 m (T)
- Self timer (2 seconds / 10 seconds)
- Voice recorder function- Red-eye reduction mode
- Multifunction compact docking/charging station with HDMI,
Component,
S-Video/AV output
- High-capacity SANYO rechargeable Lithium-ion battery
- Remote control included
- Exif Print and Print Image Matching III
- PictBridge-capable for PC-Free printing with PictBridge-compatible
printers
Sanyo Xacti HD2 optional accessories include:
- NEW Belt-clip Holster Case (VCP-HCX1) $19.99**
- 0.6x Wide-angle Lens Adapter (VCP-L06WU) $99.99**
- 1.4x Telephoto Lens Adapter (VCP-L14TU) $99.99**
- 49mm Lens Filter Adapter (VCP-AL49) $17.99**
- L40 Battery Charging Cradle (VAR-L40U) $39.99**
- Original SANYO L40 Battery (DB-L40AU) $49.99**
SANYO Electric Co., Ltd. is a $20 billion manufacturer and
distributor
of consumer and commercial electronics, including multimedia and
telecommunication products. Based in Chatsworth, California,
SANYO Fisher
Company (a division of SANYO North America Corporation, a
subsidiary of
SANYO Electric Co., Ltd.) markets digital cameras, PCS phones,
audio
systems, portable and mobile electronics, televisions, dictation
devices,
home appliances, LCD projectors, security video equipment and
air
conditioning systems.
For more information and additional specifications, please visit
http://www.sanyodigital.com. Visit http://www.sanyodigital.com
and click on "HD2" >
"Dealer Images" for downloadable hi-res product images.
All products and trademarks are the property of their respective
owners. Because its products are subject to continual
improvement, SANYO
reserves the right to modify product design and specifications
without notice and without
incurring any obligations.
* Among commercially available high-definition video cameras, as
of
January 07, 2007.
** Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price. Pricing subject to
change at
any time. Actual prices are determined by individual dealers and
may
vary.
*** Depending on the mode used to take still images,
simultaneous video
clip shooting may be interrupted.
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