Panasonic launched 12 new camcorders

Panasonic has launched 12 new camcorders, including high-end HD models, the world's first 70x optical zoom, and a rugged memory card model.

These new launches will supplement and replace models in the existing Panasonic line-up. Prices and availability have yet to be announced.

Tough Panasonic camcorder

The Panasonic SDR-SW21 is a compact model recording on SD/SDHC memory card. Panasonic claims that it is waterproof to 6.5 feet, shockproof from a height of 4 feet, and dustproof. It comes in a range of colours.

Semi-professional

Panasonic has launched four semi-professional digital camcorders, all high-definition models and all featuring a newly developed 3 MOS sensor system and touchscreen LCD.

The HDC-HS300 has the largest internal storage, with a 120GB hard disk. The HDC-HS200 has a 80GB hard disk. The HDC-TM300 has a 32GB internal memory, whereas the compact SD200 uses a SD/SDHC memory card for recording.

The HS300 and TM300 models have a manual lens ring and electronic viewfinder for faster and easier creative control according to Panasonic, and a microphone terminal for improved audio.

Affordable HD camcorder

Panasonic has also launched three affordable HD models - the HDC-HS20, HDC-TM20 and HDC-SD20. All feature a 16x optical zoom lens - more than most HD camcorders on the market.

The Panasonic SD20 records to SD/SDHC card only, while the Panasonic TM20 additionally records to its 16GB of internal memory. The Panasonic HS20 has a 80GB hard disk.

Technical features are identical across the range - including an auto power LCD that automatically adjusts screen brightness according to ambient light conditions, according to the company. This should help conserve power in dim light conditions, and make the screen easier to view.

Via Which UK. Read the full article here.