The Panasonic PV-GS300 Digital Camcorder with 3 CCD Technology offers superior images and features, in a more affordable package. This compact digital camcorder uses the same type of 3CCD imaging system used in professional broadcast equipment, giving you 540 lines of breathtaking resolution. 3.1 Megapixel still image recording lets you record vivid, true-to-life pictures with remarkable colors. A 10x optical Leica lens with 700x digital zoom helps you capture every detail. Record to a miniDV tape or directly to a PC through DV (FireWire) or high-speed USB 2.0 interfaces, for high quality full-motion video transfer. The color viewfinder & 2.7 inch LCD display make it simple to preview photos, and the joystick control gives you easy, one-finger navigation of every advanced feature.
Features:
- MiniDV - The MiniDV format records high-quality digital video onto small tapes, making this palmcorder exceptionally compact.
- 3CCD technology - The same kind of system used in professional broadcast cameras means crisp color reproduction, thanks to a separate CCD for reds, greens, and blues.
- One-Touch navigation - The joystick control makes the camera easy to use, allowing you control of all basic operations with one hand.
- MEGA O.I.S. - This image stabilization system compensates for hand movement to deliver steady, smooth movies.
- 3.1 megapixels - The Quad-Density Pixel Distribution technology means you can capture still images with exceptional detail and quality.
- Color viewfinder - Allows you to view the image while you shoot as it will appear on screen, and also saves battery life.
- Digital still mode - Use your camcorder as a camera to shoot digital images on SD memory cards - perfect for email.
- 2.7" wide LCD - This screen delivers a clear picture of the action during recording and playback. The High Quality 16:9 option allows you to record in wide-screen mode.
- Zoom - The 10x optical zoom lets you get up close while you're shooting, and the additional 700x digital zoom lets you enlarge the details before or after shooting.
- Soft skin mode - Smooth out skin in close-up shots to make every subject look great.
Specifications:
CCD (Total): 1/6" 800K x 3
CCD (Effective): 4:3: 640K x 3 / 16:9: 540K x 3
Optical Zoom: 10x
Filter Diameter: 37mm
Lens Type: Leica
Still Picture Recording: 3.1 Megapixel (With Quad-Density Pixel Distribution Technology)
Digital PhotoShot Function: Yes
Progressive PhotoShot: Card Only
Minimum Illumination: 12 Lux
High Speed Shutter: In Tape Mode 1/60 - 1/8,000 / In Card Mode 1/30 - 1/2000
Program AE (Auto Exposure): 5-Mode
Viewfinder: Color
LCD: 2.7" Wide (123k)
Power LCD: Yes
Soft-Skin Mode: Yes
Macro Zooming:Yes
MagicPix Images: Yes
Microphone: Zoom
Wide Mode (16:9): Yes
On-Screen Display Language: English / Spanish / French
Image Stabilizer: Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS)
Digital Zoom: 700x
Built-in EfficiBright LED Light: Yes
Flash: Yes
Web Camera Function: Yes
Built-in SD Slot: Yes
PictBridge Compatible: Yes
S-Video Out: Yes
Microphone (stereo mini): Yes
Accessory Shoe: Cold
Power Supply: 1,150mAh
Dimensions: 2.874" (H) x 2.993'' (W) x 5.316'' (D)
Weight: 2.98 lbs
