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You've got the widescreen TV. Now consider the camcorder you're going to get. Let's say you bought a 1080i HDTV. Doesn't it make sense to get a 1080i camcorder? Panasonic's HDC-SD5 is by far one of the most comfortable camcorders you will ever hold. At less than 1 pound, this cylinder-shaped camcorder reaches 1080i resolution in 16:9 widescreen for true HD play on HDTV sets. The tiny size and lightweight is due to the media it uses for memory. A removable SD or SDHC card. This card format is about the size of a postage stamp but can hold from 1GB up to 8GB memory. Because they're easily replaceable, you can carry additional SD cards with you for more memory. About 6 of these cards weigh about an ounce for true mobility.
The SD5 features Advanced O.I.S. and the 3CCD camera system. Advanced O.I.S. prevents blurry images caused by unsteady hands as you shoot, so images are clear, sharp and beautiful when displayed on a big TV screen. The 3CCD camera system is used in most professional broadcasting equipment because it draws out the full potential of the camera's high image quality. The USB Host function lets you use your DVD burner to copy and play recorded images in their original AVCHD format. The data can also be easily edited on a PC by using the included software, and the finished result can be saved onto a DVD disc or other media in either AVCHD or MPEG-2 format. One of the new functions, called Pre-Rec, simplifies shooting and prevents mistakes. Pre-Rec records the image for 3 seconds before you even start shooting, so you're sure to capture unexpected actions that you would otherwise miss. Intelligent Contrast Control helps render natural-looking, highly nuanced images with proper contrast. Still photo mode with built-in electronic-flash 1/30 - 1/8000 (Motion Picture), 1/30-1/8000 (Progressive 1/30 - 1/500) (Still Picture) Auto and Manual Focus SD Memory card slot Recording time up to HG - 80