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Panasonic HDC-SD80 Camcorder - Silver
SD Card Recording, HD 1080p, 34xOptical Zoom, 2.7"Touch Screen LCD, Image Stabilizer, Intelligent Auto, Face Recognition

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164689
Brand:
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Manuf No:
HDC-SD80GN-S
 
HDCSD80GNS
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Product Description
A Compact, Stylish Design. 42x Zoom in a Compact Body. Blur-Free Images with HYBRID O.I.S.
 
High Quality Image & Sound
 
Beautiful zoom shots of distant subjects.
 

Intelligent 42x Zoom and HYBRID O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer)
 
42x Zoom
POWER O.I.S. HYBRID
 
 The HD 80 Series features an Intelligent Zoom function that goes all the way up to 42x. When using Intelligent Zoom, Intelligent Resolution technology lets you shoot at high zoom rates while preserving the image resolution. You get sharp images of highly detailed objects without the blurry edges. Plus, the HD 80 Series is equipped with HYBRID O.I.S., an image stabilizer system that corrects hand-shake blurring by combining the action of its hybrid optical and electrical image stabilization systems. Even when zooming, where hand-shake often occurs, both optical and electrical hand-shake correction make it possible to record beautiful images with approximately 2 times* the hand-shake suppressing effect as conventional models.

*Compared with the HDC-SD60, HDC-TM60, and HDC-HS60.

 
4-axis correction
 
Even more powerful hand-shake compensation.
O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) Lock
 
The image-stabilizing effect is increased by pressing and holding the O.I.S. Lock indication on the LCD screen, which maximizes the blur detection sensitivity. This is great for when you want to zoom at a fixed angle, like for bird watching.

* Considerable blurring is generated by the shifting of the corrective lens when the camera is panned or tilted.

Captures large groups, even when shooting from up close.
33.7mm Wide Angle*
 
 
33.7mm Wide
 
The 33.7mm wide-angle* on the HD 80 Series fits more people and more of the background into the frame than conventional models. This is especially handy when you want to take a group photo in a small room.
* 35mm camera equivalent.
 

Intricate details from Intelligent Resolution Technology.
Crystal Engine PRO

The Crystal Engine PRO instantly processes the huge amount of data that goes into Full-HD images, and further enhances Full-HD quality. It produces smooth, high-resolution zoom shots even when the range exceeds the limit for optical zooming. Crystal Engine PRO clearly delineates even the tiniest details of your subject, with extremely natural beauty. In addition, its Noise Reduction (NR) technology has been completely redesigned. The low-frequency noise that occurs when recording in dim lighting has been further minimized. And Intelligent Resolution Technology ensures sharp and crisp pictures, resulting in bright and beautifully colored motion images.

Sharpens details and enhances smooth areas.

Intelligent Resolution Technology

Intelligent Resolution Technology

  

 

The Intelligent Resolution Technology incorporated in the new Crystal Engine PRO uses edge detection technology to confirm the edges of objects within the image, then emphasizes the edges for optimal clarity. For example, it brings crisp definition to patterns and the outlines of objects like flowers. Conversely, it reduces noise and enhances the natural smoothness of parts without edges, like the sky. The increased sharpness is especially effective for images with delicate details. This highly advanced technology maximizes the beauty of Full-HD images.
 
 
Intelligent Resolution Technology
 
Clearly Catch Target Subject Sounds.
New Zoom Mic and Wind Noise Canceller

Zoom Mic

The Zoom Mic function that links with the camera's zoom action has evolved even further. Compared to previous models, the noise-reducing performance is improved by 1/3 (-10dB).* It lets you clearly record the sound of your target subject.

* Compared with the HDC-SD60, HDC-TM60, and HDC-HS60.

Wind Noise Canceller

The Wind Noise Canceller automatically detects and suppresses only wind noise. It lets you capture natural sounds with lifelike ambience even when shooting in windy conditions outdoors or by the sea.

Beautiful still images, even when enlarged.
Still Picture Recording at 3.0 Megapixels with Intelligent Resolution Technology

In Still Picture Recording mode, Intelligent Resolution Technology lets you record clear still images with resolution up to 3.0 megapixels.* Also, when playing back the moving pictures you shot, you can capture 3.0-megapixel* still images of any scene you want. The HD 80 Series lets you enjoy high quality in both motion and still images.

* For images recorded with a 16:9 aspect ratio.

Sets the optimal mode for each shooting situation.
Scene Mode

Automatically selects the most suitable shutter speed and aperture for the shooting location and situation.

Scene modes:

Sports Portrait
Low Light (Motion image only)
Spot Light Snow Beach Sunset
Fireworks Scenery Night Scenery
Night Portrait (Still image only)

Gives your subjects smoother looking skin.
Soft Skin Mode

When this function detects skin tones, it softens the focus in that area. This has a skin beautifying effect, which makes wrinkles and lines appear less noticeable. When turned on, this function makes blemishes and moles look less conspicuous, while preserving resolution in areas of the picture outside of the skin.

Sharps focusing even up close.
Tele-Macro

You can shoot macro close-ups while maintaining a distance of 70cm from your subject. In addition, using the zoom at full magnification makes it much easier to capture extreme close-ups without your body or camera casting a shadow on the subject and while keeping the background in soft focus.

Shooting Functions

Makes optimal settings automatically for both motion and still images.
iA (Intelligent Auto)

iA

This powerful function senses the shooting conditions and automatically makes the settings and activates functions that will deliver optimal results. With both motion and still images, iA does the bothersome settings for you and makes it easy to capture beautiful, well-focused images.

* The functions included in iA may not be applied when conditions do not call for them.

 

Blur-free zooming and shooting on the move.
NewHYBRID O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer)

POWER O.I.S. HYBRIDHYBRID O.I.S. corrects hand-shake blurring by combining the action of its hybrid optical and electrical image stabilization systems. Even when zooming, where hand-shake often occurs, both optical and electrical hand-shake correction make it possible to record beautiful images with approximately 2 times* the hand-shake suppressing effect as conventional models.

* Compared with the HDC-SD60, HDC-TM60, and HDC-HS60.

Active Mode

Active mode comes in handy when shooting while walking or playing with your children. The wide correction area corrects even relatively large hand-shake motion. Its especially good for active video shooting.

 
Recognizes important people's faces and captures them beautifully.
Face Recognition

Face Recognition

 

 

The Face Recognition function recognizes the faces of registered subjects, and automatically optimizes the focus and exposure for those special people. It continues to track the subject as he or she moves anywhere within the LCD frame, making it ideal for video shooting. It is extremely useful for capturing someone's face in a group. Names can also be registered and displayed on the LCD while shooting. A total of six people can be registered, and the names of up to three people at a time can be displayed in the shooting frame.
 
 
 
Locks on a subject and tracks it.
AF/AE Tracking

AF/AE Tracking

  

Touch the LCD screen to indicate the subject, such as a person or an animal, that you want to focus on, and let AF/AE Tracking do the rest. The camera locks on the subject and follows it around, keeping it in sharp focus and properly exposed. It keeps tracking even if the subject turns to the side. This advanced function makes it easy to get a continually clear, beautiful shot of the subject in the scene you care most about.

Detects the situation and switches the scene mode automatically.
Intelligent Scene Selector

Intelligent Scene Selector

 
The Intelligent Scene Selector function analyzes the shooting situation and automatically switches the camcorder to the suitable scene mode that will give you optimal results.

Portrait

This mode captures faces beautifully. With Soft Skin mode, complexions are automatically enhanced to make faces attractive.

Scenery

This mode is ideal for shooting wide landscapes and sweeping vistas, such as at the ocean or in the mountains. It balances the exposure over the entire frame to prevent brighter parts of the image, such as the sky, from being washed out or having blown highlights.

Spotlight

The camcorder automatically uses this mode for scenes with particularly strong contrast, such as when you're shooting a spot lit area on a darkened stage. It captures the well-lit subject perfectly and prevents washed-out areas.

Low Light

In dim lighting, the camcorder automatically switches to a slower shutter speed so that images across the entire frame are bright and easy to see.

Captures faces beautifully - even in dim or backlit scenes.
Face Detection

Face Detection

Face Detection automatically senses the ambient lighting and adjusts the exposure accordingly, so faces are bright and easy to see. The focus also prioritizes the faces, and skin tones are smoothed. Faces in the center of the frame serve as the reference for adjustments, but the function can detect up to 15 faces at once.
 
Helps suppress blown highlights and retains a natural contrast.
Intelligent Contrast Control

Intelligent Contrast Control

 
Intelligent Contrast Control detects the ambient light level and adjusts the exposure accordingly, helping to prevent blown highlights and blocked shadows. You can capture natural looking, highly nuanced images with proper contrast.
 

With a Special iA Mode for Still Images

The iA function is active even when the camera is in still-image mode. When the Intelligent Scene Selector detects the shooting situation, it automatically switches to one of the five Scene modes for still-image shooting, and optimizes the settings for the still image.

Sports Portrait Spot Light Snow Beach
Sunset Fireworks Scenery Night Scenery
Night Portrait Macro

Captures smiles automatically.
Smile Shot (Still Image)

The Smile Shot function automatically detects subject smiles, and captures the best possible smile while you're shooting movies. It lets you easily catch those fleeting, easy-to-miss stills of a smiling subject. It will also optimize the focus and exposure for your subject's smiling face.

Capture the smiles of only certain subjects Face Recognition Linked

Capture the smiles of an entire group Face Detection Linked

Capture the smiling face of a moving subject AF/AE Tracking Linked

Capture the smiles of only certain subjects - Face Recognition Linked
This function detects subjects who are registered in advance and automatically snaps the shutter to catch the subject's best possible smile. It's great for capturing the smiles of certain people in a group.

Capture the smiles of an entire group - Face Detection Linked
This function automatically snaps the people within the LCD frame smiles. It gives you shots of an entire group of people smiling, making it great for group shots.

Capture the smiling face of a moving subject - AF/AE Tracking Linked
Simply touch a subject within the LCD frame. This function will then lock on and start tracking your subject. When the subject smiles, it'll automatically snap the shutter.

Intuitive shooting, easy viewing
2.7 Wide LCD with Intuitive Touch Operation

The easy-to-view 6.7 cm/2.7" wide LCD screen allows intuitive fingertip touch-operation. When shooting, you can use Touch Zoom to instantly zoom in and out by simply touching your fingertips, and Touch Shutter to automatically focus when shooting still images by simply touching the subject on the screen. For playback, you can also change thumbnail pages by sliding a fingertip across the screen. You get smooth, intuitive operation and dont have to take your eyes off of the LCD screen.

 
Touch operation for shooting

Touch Zoom


You can easily zoom in and zoom out by simply touching the LCD with your fingertips. Shoot at any angle of view while watching the screen.

 

Touch Shutter

You can touch the subject on the LCD screen to instantly focus on it and takes a still picture.  
 
Touch operation for playback
 
Touch Screen Operation
 
You can flip through thumbnail pages, display one of the thumbnail scenes, highlight a scene, and more, with easy, intuitive, fingertip operation.
 
Great for sudden photo opportunities! Saves energy too!
1.0-sec Quick Power-On
 
1.0-Sec Quick Power-On
 
Switch the power on and the HD camcorders are in standby mode in approx. 1.0 seconds*, ready to shoot when you are. When the LCD is closed, the power automatically switches off. This fast startup and automatic shutdown also help reduce battery consumption.
 
* Depending on the recording conditions, start time may be longer than 1.0 second.
 
0.6-sec Quick Start
 
Using Quick Start mode, you simply flip open the LCD and you're ready to shoot in just 0.6 seconds.* When Eco mode is also used, the power turns off whenever the camcorder has not been operated for 5 minutes. This reduces wasted power consumption, and enables a longer battery life.
 
* Depending on the recording conditions, start time may be longer than 0.6 seconds.
 
Power turns on automatically when you open the LCD!
 

When the built-in memory fills up, recording automatically continues on an SD Memory Card.
TM80Relay Recording

The Relay Recording mode automatically switches from the built-in flash memory (once it's full) to the SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Card and continues recording. You don't have to worry about missing an important shot while switching media.

Relay Recording

      How to combine motion images that are split onto two types of media as a continuous scene.       

Arrange the data that is split onto two types of media on an SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Card.

SDHC/SD Memory Card

If the SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Card has sufficient capacity, it's possible to arrange all of the split data as a single continuous scene on the SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Card.
 

Use the included software.

You can also use the editing software that is included with the camcorder to join the split data as a continuous scene.

Use a DVD burner to create a disc.

DVD burner
If the SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Card is not big enough to hold all of the split data, use a DVD burner to create a disc with all the motion images as a single continuous scene.
 

Helps protect recorded video data from damage due to jolts and impact.
HS80120GB*1 HDD

The internal hard drive lets you record continuously for up to 51 hours*2 without changing a disc, SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Card or other recording media.

*1 The 120GB hard drive utilizes a portion of the storage space for formatting, file management and other purposes. 120GB is 120 billion bytes. Usable capacity will be less.
*2 In HE mode

120 GB HDD

Anti-Shock Shield

Anti-Shock Shield

Anti-Shock Shield

Images are recorded even before you begin shooting.
Pre-Rec Function

Pre-Rec.

 
This smart function records three seconds of images even before you actually begin shooting. The images are held temporarily in the camcorder's internal memory, before recording begins. This helps ensure that you won't miss the start of a moment you want to record, such as when an event begins all of a sudden. For example, if you're waiting to snap a shot of a jumping dolphin, you can press the REC button after you've made sure that the dolphin has cleared the surface of the water. The camcorder will record the entire scene, from the instant of the dolphin's jump until it disappears again into the sea.

 

* The camera must be aimed at the subject in advance.

Inside or out, you can adjust the LCD brightness.
Auto Power LCD

The LCD brightness can be adjusted manually to suit the surroundings. In Auto Mode, the LCD brightness is adjusted automatically in 16 smooth steps depending on the surroundings. In darker rooms it adjusts to a lower brightness, making it easier to frame the shot. Outside, it adjusts to almost twice the brightness for easy viewing even on sunny days.

Beautiful LCD images even from an angle.
Wide Viewing Angle

The LCD has a highly detailed, 230,400-dots display and a viewing angle of 170, both vertically and horizontally. Images are clear and bright even when viewed from an angle, so everyone can gather around the LCD to enjoy on-the-spot recordings. The wide viewing angle is also great for taking high- or low-angle shots.

Prevents unintended shooting.
AGS (Auto Ground-Directional Standby)*

The O.I.S. linear motor system can detect when the camera is in an unusual shooting position - such as when you've inadvertently left it on in recording mode. In these cases, the camera automatically stops recording, saving both battery power and media storage space.

* In PAL area, the AGS (Auto Ground-Directional Standby) is called the Anti Ground Shooting.
Set to OFF when shipped from the factory. To turn AGS ON, the setting must be made on the menu screen.

Captures those spur-of-the-moment scenes.
60 Frames/Sec High-Speed Burst Shooting*

This function lets the camcorder snap up to 60 consecutive 0.9-megapixel still images* persecond for a total of 180 continuous images in about 3 seconds. The resolution can also be increased and up to 30 consecutive 2.1-megapixel still images** per second can be shot for a total of 90 continuous imagesin about 3 seconds. You can use it to analyze agolf swing, tennis stroke or other motion. You can also use it to get good shots of subjects infast motion. Just fire off a number of shots without stopping, then keep the best ones anddelete the rest.

* In PAL areas, 50 consecutive 0.9-megapixel still images per second.
** In PAL areas, 25 consecutive 2.1-megapixel still images per second.

 

Adjusts the focus easily.
Focus Assist

This function shows which subjects are in-focus by displaying their outlines in blue. You can easily check the focus on LCD when manually focusing, to ensure consistently clear, sharp images.

Supports your best composition.
Composition Guide Lines

With wide LCD monitors, it's hard to keep images perfectly level. The HD 80 Series solve this by displaying horizontal and vertical Composition Guide Lines that make it easy to keep the subject straight and level.

Select the recording mode to match your needs.
HA / HG / HX / HE Mode / iFrame Mode

The TM80 is equipped with a built-in 16GB memory, and can be used together with a 64GB SDXC Memory Card to shoot for up to 34 hours 10 minutes.* The HS80 features a 120GB HDD, and can be used together with a 64GB SDXC Memory Card to shoot for up to 78 hours and 30 minutes.** Choose the recording mode that matches your intended use iFrame mode for maximum recording time, or HA mode for optimal image quality.

* In HE mode.

iFrame

Motion Picture Recording Time [approx.]


These figures vary depending on the pictures being recorded.
* 1 GB means 1 billion bytes. Usable capacity will be less.
** When shooting for an extended period of time, make sure that you allow yourself enough battery power to last 3 to 4 times the amount of time you plan on shooting. The continuous battery-powered shooting time varies depending on the usage conditions, e.g., when shooting in low temperatures. See the Battery Life chart for information on the continuous battery-powered shooting time.

 

Automatically lights up when darkness is detected.
LED Video Light

When the camera determines that the ambient lighting is insufficient, it automatically switches the light on. This illuminates your subject for shooting. The LED (light emitting diode) has low power consumption, a long service life, and the safety of a low operating temperature.

Capture crisp, vivid images even in low lighting.
Color Night Rec/Colour Night View

Leave the light off. Color Night Rec/Colour Night View gives you images with color even in dim lighting (1 lx).

Easy time setting - Both on the destination and at home.
World Time

Setting the time is as easy as selecting a city from the displayed map. The World Time function lets you set the time for two cities, home and destination. You don't have to figure out the time difference at your destination, and it's easy when you get home.

Specifications

HDC-HS80 / HDC-TM80 / HDC-SD80
  NTSC PAL
GENERAL
Power Supply DC3.6 V / 5.0 V DC3.6 V / 5.0 V
Power Consumption [HDC-HS80] Max. 5.3 W (Recording)
[HDC-TM80/SD80] Max. 4.4 W (Recording)		 [HDC-HS80] Max. 5.3 W (Recording)
[HDC-TM80/SD80] Max. 4.4 W (Recording)
Weight (w/o Battery) [HDC-HS80] Approx. 265 g (0.58lb)
[HDC-TM80] Approx. 193 g (0.43lb)
[HDC-SD80] Approx. 192 g (0.42lb)		 [HDC-HS80] Approx. 265 g
[HDC-TM80] Approx. 193 g
[HDC-SD80] Approx. 192 g
Dimensions (W x H x D) [HDC-HS80] 60 x 64 x 109 (mm) (2.37 x 2.51 x 4.29 [inch])
[HDC-TM80/SD80] 51.5 x 59 x 109 (mm) (2.02 x 2.32 x 4.29 [inch])		 [HDC-HS80] 60 x 64 x 109 (mm)
[HDC-TM80/SD80] 51.5 x 59 x 109 (mm)
Media [HDC-HS80]
HDD (120 GB), SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card
[HDC-TM80]
Built-in memory (16 GB), SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card
[HDC-SD80]
SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card 		[HDC-HS80]
HDD (120 GB), SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card
[HDC-TM80]
Built-in memory (16 GB), SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card
[HDC-SD80]
SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card
OSD Language Language Menu Language Menu
LENS SECTION
Image Sensor 1/5.8" MOS
Total Pixels : 1.50 megapixels
Effective Pixels :
<Motion Image>
1.12 megapixels - 1.30 megapixels [16:9]
<Still Image>
1.10 megapixels [3:2]
1.12 megapixels - 1.30 megapixels [16:9]
0.97 megapixels [4:3]
1/5.8-type MOS (For Europe)
1/5.8" MOS (For Asia)
Total Pixels : 1.50 megapixels
Effective Pixels :
<Motion Image>
1.12 megapixels - 1.30 megapixels [16:9]
<Still Image>
1.10 megapixels [3:2]
1.12 megapixels - 1.30 megapixels [16:9]
0.97 megapixels [4:3]
F Value F1.8 (WIDE) / 4.0 (TELE) F1.8 (WIDE) / 4.0 (TELE)
Optical Zoom 34 x 34 x
Intelligent Zoom 42 x 42 x
Digital Zoom 90 x / 2000 x (The maximum value of zoom magnification) 90 x / 2000 x (The maximum value of zoom magnification)
Focal Length 2.38 - 81.0 mm 2.38 - 81.0 mm
35 mm Film Camera Equivalent <Motion Image>
33.7 - 1240 mm (16:9)
<Still Image>
38.1 - 1298 mm (3:2),
33.7 - 1240 mm (16:9),
41.3 - 1405 mm (4:3)		 <Motion Image>
33.7 - 1240 mm (16:9)
<Still Image>
38.1 - 1298 mm (3:2),
33.7 - 1240 mm (16:9),
41.3 - 1405 mm (4:3)
Lens Brand Panasonic Lens Panasonic Lens
CAMERA SECTION
Standard Illumination 1400 lx 1400 lx
Minimum Illumination 7.0 lx (1/30 Low Light scene mode)
1 lx (Color Night Rec.)		 7.0 lx (1/25 Low Light scene mode)
1 lx (Colour Night View)
Focus Auto / Manual Auto / Manual
White Balance Auto / Indoor1 / Indoor2 / Sunny / Cloudy / White set Auto / Indoor1 / Indoor2 / Sunny / Cloudy / White set
Shutter Speed <Motion Image>
Auto Slow Shutter
ON : 1/30-1/8000
OFF : 1/60-1/8000		 <Motion Image>
Auto Slow Shutter
ON : 1/25-1/8000
OFF : 1/50-1/8000
Iris Auto / Manual Auto / Manual
Backlight Compensation Yes Yes
Image Stabilizer HYBIRD O.I.S. [Optical Image Stabilizer] HYBIRD O.I.S. [Optical Image Stabilizer]
MONITOR
LCD 2.7" Wide LCD (230,400 dots) 6.7cm (2.7") Wide LCD (230,400 dots) (For Europe)
2.7" Wide LCD (230,400 dots) (For Asia)
STILL IMAGE SECTION
Recording Format JPEG JPEG
Recording Image Size <Still Image>
[4:3]
2.6 megapixels (1856 x 1392)
0.3megapixels (640 x 480)
[3:2]
2.8 megapixels (2064 x 1376)
[16:9]
3.0 megapixels (2304 x 1296)
2.1 megapixels (1920 x 1080)
<Simultaneous Recording>
[16:9]
3.0 megapixels (2304 x 1296)
2.1 megapixels (1920 x 1080)		 <Still Image>
[4:3]
2.6 megapixels (1856 x 1392)
0.3megapixels (640 x 480)
[3:2]
2.8 megapixels (2064 x 1376)
[16:9]
3.0 megapixels (2304 x 1296)
2.1 megapixels (1920 x 1080)
<Simultaneous Recording>
[16:9]
3.0 megapixels (2304 x 1296)
2.1 megapixels (1920 x 1080)
Flash Yes Yes
DPOF Max. 999 images Max. 999 images
RECORDING SECTION
Signal System 1080 / 60i, 540 / 30p 1080 / 50i, 540 / 25p
Recording Format <AVCHD standard compliant>
HA / HG / HX / HE : MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
<MPEG-4 AVC file format compliant (.MP4)>
iFrame : MPEG4-AVC/H.264		 <AVCHD standard compliant>
HA / HG / HX / HE : MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
<MPEG-4 AVC file format compliant (.MP4)>
iFrame : MPEG4-AVC/H.264
Recording / Playback Mode HA (17 Mbps / VBR) , (1920 x 1080)
HG (13 Mbps / VBR) , (1920 x 1080)
HX (9 Mbps / VBR) , (1920 x 1080)
HE (5 Mbps / VBR) , (1920 x 1080)
iFrame (28 Mbps / VBR) , (960 x 540)		 HA (17 Mbps / VBR) , (1920 x 1080)
HG (13 Mbps / VBR) , (1920 x 1080)
HX (9 Mbps / VBR) , (1920 x 1080)
HE (5 Mbps / VBR) , (1920 x 1080)
iFrame (28 Mbps / VBR) , (960 x 540)
Audio Recording System HA / HG / HX / HE : Dolby Digital (2 ch)
iFrame : AAC (2 ch) 		HA / HG / HX / HE : Dolby Digital (2 ch)
iFrame : AAC (2 ch)
Media Remaining Indication Yes Yes
Microphone 2 ch Stereo, Zoom Microphone 2 ch Stereo, Zoom Microphone
Speaker Dynamic type Dynamic type
INTERFACES
HDMI Yes (Mini) Yes (Mini)
USB 2.0 Hi-Speed 2.0 Hi-Speed
AV Multi Yes Yes
OTHERS
LED Video Light Yes Yes
STANDARD ACCESSORIES
AC Adaptor Yes Yes
AC Cable Yes Yes
DC Cable included AC Adaptor included AC Adaptor
Rechargeable Battery Pack min. 1790 mAh / Lithium-Ion min. 1790 mAh / Lithium-Ion
AV Multi Cable Yes Yes
USB Cable Yes Yes
CD-ROM HD Writer AE 3.0 HD Writer AE 3.0
Stylus Pen Yes Yes
SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Card Compatibility for Motion Picture Recording
Capacity Gold Silver
SDXC Memory Card*1 64 GB*3 RP-SDW64G
(Class 10, up to 22 MB/sec *4*5)		 -
48 GB*3 RP-SDW48G
(Class 10, up to 22 MB/sec *4*5)		 -
SDHC Memory Card*2 32 GB*3 RP-SDW32G
(Class 10, up to 2 2MB/sec *4*5)		 -
16 GB*3 RP-SDW16G
(Class 10, up to 22 MB/sec *4*5)		 RP-SDP16G
(Class 4, up to 20 MB/sec *4*5)
8 GB*3 RP-SDW08G
(Class 10, up to 22 MB/sec *4*5)		 RP-SDP08G
(Class 4, up to 20 MB/sec *4*5)
4 GB*3 RP-SDW04G
(Class 10, up to 22 MB/sec *4*5)		 RP-SDP04G
(Class 4, up to 20 MB/sec *4*5)

As of January 5, 2011

An SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Card utilises a portion of the storage space for formatting and other purposes.
We recommend using SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Cards conforming to class 4 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating or the following SD Memory Cards made by Panasonic for motion picture recording.
Please confirm the latest information about SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Cards that can be used for motion picture recording on the following website.
Camcorder information (This website is in English only.)

*1 SDXC Memory Cards can only be used in SDXC host devices, which support the SDXC format.
*2 SDHC Memory Cards can only be used in SDXC and SDHC host devices, which support the SDHC/SDXC format.
*3 1GB means 1 billion bytes. Usable capacity will be less.
*4 The data transfer rate is a theoretical value and is anot a guarantee of performance. The transfer rate may vary depending on the conditions and equipment used.
*5 This card complies with SD Memory Card Physical Layer Specification Ver.3.0 (SDHC)/Ver.1.10 (SD). When using this card with SD-enabled products that comply with the specification, a speed performance of up to 20MB/sec. can be realized. When using it with SD-enabled products that comply with the conventional specification Ver. 1.01, the speed performance will be up to 10MB/sec.
*6 Available in North America.

 
Motion Image Recording Time (Approx.)
  Image Quality
HA
(17 Mbps)		 HG
(13 Mbps)		 HX
(9 Mbps)		 HE
(5 Mbps)		 iFrame
HDD 120 GB* (HS80) 15 h 50 min 20 h 30 min 31 h 20 min 51 h 10 h
Built-in Memory 16 GB* (TM80) 2 h 2 h 40 min 4 h 10 min 6 h 40 min 1 h 20 min
SDXC/SDHC
Memory Card		 64 GB* 8 h 30 min 11 h 16 h 50 min 27 h 30 min 5 h 20 min
48 GB* 6 h 20 min 8 h 10 min 12 h 30 min 20 h 20 min 4 h
32 GB* 4 h 10 min 5 h 30 min 8 h 20 min 13 h 40 min 2 h 40 min
16 GB* 2 h 2 h 40 min 4 h 10 min 6 h 40 min 1 h 20 min
8 GB* 1 h 1 h 20 min 2 h 3 h 20 min 40 min
4 GB* 30 min 40 min 1 h 1 h 30 min 19 min

These figures vary depending on the pictures being recorded.
We recommend using SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Cards conforming to class 4 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating or the following SD Memory Cards made by Panasonic for motion-image recording.
Please confirm the latest information about SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Cards that can be used for motion-image recording, on the following website.
Camcorder Information (This website is in English only.)

* 1 GB means 1 billion bytes. Usable capacity will be less.

 
Number of Recordable Still Pictures (Approx.)
Image Quality Capacity
HDD Built-in
Memory		 SDXC/SDHC Memory Card
120 GB*
(HS80)		 16 GB*
(TM80)		 64 GB* 48 GB* 32 GB* 16 GB* 8 GB* 4 GB*
2304 x 1296 pixels
(16:9) 3.0 M		 75000 10000 40000 29800 20000 10000 4900 2400
119000 15900 64000 47000 32000 15900 7900 3900
1920 x 1080 pixels
(16:9) 2.1M		 110000 14000 59000 44000 29000 14000 7300 3600
174000 23000 93000 69000 46000 23000 11000 5600
1856 x 1392 pixels
(4:3) 2.6 M		 86000 10000 43000 32000 21000 10000 5300 2600
126000 16000 66000 49000 32000 16000 8000 4000
640 x 480 pixels
(4:3) 0.3 M		 899100 122000 492000 364000 246000 122000 60500 30000
899100 205000 829000 613000 414000 205000 102000 50000
2064 x 1376 pixels
(3:2) 2.8 M		 81000 10000 42000 31000 20000 10000 5000 2500
126000 16000 66000 49000 32000 16000 8000 4000
In Motion Images Shooting Mode
Image Quality Capacity
HDD Built-in
Memory		 SDXC/SDHC Memory Card
120 GB*
(HS80)		 16 GB*
(TM80)		 64 GB* 48 GB* 32 GB* 16 GB* 8 GB* 4 GB*
2304 x 1296 pixels
(16:9) 3.0 M		 75000 10000 40000 29800 20000 10000 4900 2400
119000 15900 64000 47000 32000 15900 7900 3900
1920 x 1080 pixels
(16:9) 2.1 M		 110000 14000 59000 44000 29000 14000 7300 3600
174000 23000 93000 69000 46000 23000 11000 5600

High Picture Quality Normal Picture Quality

These figure vary depending on the pictures being recorded.
* 1 GB means 1 billion bytes. Usable capacity will be less.

 
Battery Life (Approx.) [NTSC]
  HA mode HG mode HX mode HE mode iFrame
VW-
VBK180		 HS80 HDD Continuous
Recording Time		 1 h 35 min 1 h 35 min 1 h 35 min 1 h 35 min 1 h 45 min
Actual
Recording Time		 50 min 50 min 50 min 50 min 50 min
SDXC/SDHC/
SD Memory Card		 Continuous
Recording Time		 1 h 40 min 1 h 40 min 1 h 40 min 1 h 40 min 1 h 45 min
Actual
Recording Time		 50 min 50 min 50 min 50 min 55 min
TM80 Built-in Memory,
SDXC/SDHC/
SD Memory Card		 Continuous
Recording Time		 1 h 50 min 1 h 50 min 1 h 55 min 1 h 55 min 2 h
Actual
Recording Time		 55 min 55 min 55 min 55 min 1 h
SD80 SDXC/SDHC/
SD Memory Card		 Continuous
Recording Time		 1 h 50 min 1 h 50 min 1 h 55 min 1 h 55 min 2 h
Actual
Recording Time		 55 min 55 min 55 min 55 min 1 h
VW-
VBK360		 HS80 HDD Continuous
Recording Time		 3 h 15 min 3 h 15 min 3 h 15 min 3 h 15 min 3 h 25 min
Actual
Recording Time		 1 h 40 min 1 h 40 min 1 h 40 min 1 h 40 min 1 h 45 min
SDXC/SDHC/
SD Memory Card		 Continuous
Recording Time		 3 h 25 min 3 h 25 min 3 h 25 min 3 h 25 min 3 h 35 min
Actual
Recording Time		 1 h 45 min 1 h 45 min 1 h 45 min 1 h 45 min 1 h 50 min
TM80 Built-in Memory,
SDXC/SDHC/
SD Memory Card		 Continuous
Recording Time		 3 h 45 min 3 h 45 min 3 h 45 min 3 h 45 min 3 h 55 min
Actual
Recording Time		 1 h 55 min 1 h 55 min 1 h 55 min 1 h 55 min 2 h
  SD80 SDXC/SDHC/
SD Memory Card		 Continuous
Recording Time		 3 h 45 min 3 h 45 min 3 h 45 min 3 h 45 min 3 h 55 min
Actual
Recording Time		 1 h 55 min 1 h 55 min 1 h 55 min 1 h 55 min 2 h
Battery Life (Approx.) [PAL]
  HA mode HG mode HX mode HE mode iFrame
VW-
VBK180		 HS80 HDD Continuous
Recording Time		 1 h 40 min 1 h 40 min 1 h 40 min 1 h 40 min 1 h 45 min
Actual
Recording Time		 50 min 50 min 50 min 50 min 55 min
SDXC/SDHC/
SD Memory Card		 Continuous
Recording Time		 1 h 45 min 1 h 45 min 1 h 45 min 1 h 45 min 1 h 50 min
Actual
Recording Time		 50 min 55 min 55 min 55 min 55 min
TM80 Built-in Memory,
SDXC/SDHC/
SD Memory Card		 Continuous
Recording Time		 1 h 55 min 1 h 55 min 1 h 55 min 1 h 55 min 2 h
Actual
Recording Time		 1 h 1 h 1 h 1 h 1 h
SD80 SDXC/SDHC/
SD Memory Card		 Continuous
Recording Time		 1 h 55 min 1 h 55 min 1 h 55 min 1 h 55 min 2 h
Actual
Recording Time		 1 h 1 h 1 h 1 h 1 h
VW-
VBK360		 HS80 HDD Continuous
Recording Time		 3 h 20 min 3 h 20 min 3 h 20 min 3 h 20 min 3 h 35 min
Actual
Recording Time		 1 h 40 min 1 h 45 min 1 h 45 min 1 h 45 min 1 h 50 min
SDXC/SDHC/
SD Memory Card		 Continuous
Recording Time		 3 h 30 min 3 h 30 min 3 h 30 min 3 h 30 min 3 h 45 min
Actual
Recording Time		 1 h 45 min 1 h 50 min 1 h 50 min 1 h 50 min 1 h 55 min
TM80 Built-in Memory,
SDXC/SDHC/
SD Memory Card		 Continuous
Recording Time		 3 h 50 min 3 h 50 min 3 h 55 min 3 h 55 min 4 h 05 min
Actual
Recording Time		 2 h 2 h 2 h 2 h 2 h 05 min
  SD80 SDXC/SDHC/
SD Memory Card		 Continuous
Recording Time		 3 h 50 min 3 h 50 min 3 h 55 min 3 h 55 min 4 h 05 min
Actual
Recording Time		 2 h 2 h 2 h 2 h 2 h 05 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.

System Requirements
  HD Writer AE 3.0
 iMovie '11 (not supplied)
OS Windows  7 (32 bit/64 bit):
Starter/Home Basic/Home Premium/Professional/Ultimate
Windows  Vista (32 bit):
Home Basic/Home Premium/Business/Ultimate SP1/SP2
Windows  XP (32 bit): SP3		 Mac OS X 10.6.3
CPU Intel  Pentium  4
2.8 GHz or higher

When using playback function and MPEG2 conversion function,
Intel  Core2 Duo 2.16 GHz or higher		 Intel  Core Duo or higher
 

 


Product Warranty


1 Year Return to Base
 


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