TECHNOLOGY GALLERIES

  The 2000s Mobile Digital Revolution:
        Cell Phones to Smartphones, Walkman to Media Players, CD to Flash to Web Services
  Historical perspective on some interesting technology and trends in digital home media.
  They include some sample products illustrating these trends.
  Information and pricing are summarized from public sources as of when they were added,
  and may be incorrect or out of date.

• HD widescreen video on consumer Mini-DV tape
• Convenient interfacing with computers
• MPEG-2 video in HD resolution, 16:9 widescreen
      - 720p  - 1280 x   720, 19 Mbps
      - 1080i - 1440 x 1080, 25 Mbps -- not the full 1920 x 1080 of HDTV
• www.hdv-info.org

• Jointly introduced by Sony and Panasonic
• MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 video codec, 720p and 1080i, 16:9 widescreen
      multi-channel digital audio
• Record to hard drive, 8cm DVD, Flash memory (SD/Memory Stick) -- not tape
• www.avchd-info.org

• Easy-to-use, handheld pocket camcorder
  • Simple controls, one-touch record, instant playback
  • Power up in under 4 seconds
• 2 in. display, 320 x 240, Transflective TFT for bright daylight
• Built-in speaker; Built-in wide-range stereo microphone
• Tripod mount on bottom
• Flip-out USB arm to connect directly to a computer
• HDMI Mini out to display
• Controls: Play, Pause, Fast Fwd / Rewind
  • Setup: Date, time, beeps on/off
• High-def 720p video (1280 x 720)
  • Now 60 fps (all but Ultra 1 hr.), constant frame rate, progressive scan
  • Add Image stabilization - built in, not settable option
• H.264 video, AAC audio, MP4 file format
• 8.8 Mbps (auto-adaptive algorithm)
• Fixed focus lens (1/1.5 m to infinity), Aperture f/2.4 for low light
  • 1/4.5 in., 1.6 MP CMOS sensor (2.2 x 2.2 um sq. pixels)
  • Up to 2x smooth digital zoom -- while recording
  • High light sensitivity (>1.4 V/lux-sec) with automatic low light detection
    
  • Automatic white balance and black level calibration 
  • Automatic exposure control with dynamic exposure compensation
• Pre-loaded FlipShare software works on any PC or Mac
• Design Your Own
  • New: Free personalization for all models
  • Choose from Design Gallery, Use Pattern Generator, Upload your own image
  • Sell designs on CafePress.com
  • www.theflip.com/en-us/products/design-your-own.aspx

• New: 60 fps & image stabilization
• Brushed metal front, rounded, solid metal USB arm - no flap
  
• Touch-sensitive capacitive buttons
• Internal lithium-ion battery, recharges from USB (not removable)
  • Up to 1.5 hrs. use between charges
  • Charge in 3 hours via USB, 2 hours via external adapter
• 3.94 x 1.97 x 0.63 in., 4.1 oz.
• Product - http://theflip.com/products_flip_mino.shtml
• 9/10 - 2 hr. (8 GB) $229 black, 1 hr. (4 GB) $179 silver

• UltraHD 2 hr: New - 60 fps & image stabilization
  • New - FlipPort accessory interface
• Easy-press buttons
• Removable batteries:
  • Flip lithium-ion battery pack (included with 2 hr)
• or AA batteries (2 for 1 hr,
     3 for 2 hr model - limited time)
• 1 hr - 4.25 x 2.19 x 1.17 in., 5.7 oz.
• 2 hr - 4.16 x 2.11 x 0.88 in., 4.5 oz.
• Product - www.theflip.com/products_flip_ultra.shtml
• 9/10 - 2 hr. (8 GB) $199 black/white,
     1 hr. (4 GB) $149 white/blue/magenta

• Shoot and show camcorder, record 4 hours of HD video
  • 16 GB internal memory, 4 hours recording
  • Store up to 12 hours of videos and photos in Space Saver format (FlipShare sw)
• 3.0" Transflective Touch Screen, 400 x 240
• Touch screen - split with preview video (top), standard Flip controls (bottom)
• Play, Delete, Record, 4 way navigation
• Displays time left and battery level
• Slide out for shared viewing - full widescreen playback
  • Touch slide strip below to scroll through videos
  • Press and hold for Play controls, Volume, Delete
  • Menu button on side for settings, navigate favorites, videos, photos
• HD 720p (1280 x 720) video, 16:9 widescreen, 30 fps, progressive scan
  • Constant frame rate, 8.8Mbps (ave., auto adaptive algorithm)
• MP4 files: H.264 video, AAC audio
  • Compatible with Windows Media Player, QuickTime Player, iTunes, etc.
• HDMI mini connector to play on HDTV (cable sold separately)\
• Pre-loaded FlipShare software: Browse, organize, edit movies, share
• 4.13 x 2.17 x 0.98 in., 5.9 oz.
• Product - www.theflip.com/en-us/Products/slidehd.aspx
• ~ 9/10 $249; Introduced 4/10 - $279

• 1/4.5 inch, 1.6 megapixel CMOS sensor (2.2 x 2.2 µm square pixels)
• Ultra low-light sensitivity (>1.4 V/lux-sec)
  with automatic low light detection
• Fixed focus lens (1.5m to infinity)
  • f/2.4 aperture (fast lens for low-light environments)
• 2x digital zoom, smooth multi-step
• Built-in wide-range, omni directional stereo microphone
  
• Stereo speakers, headphone jack
• "Child Safe" mode to prevent accidental deletions of clips
• Silent mode for recording in sensitive situations
• Flip-out USB arm (from top), USB 2.0, standard tripod mount
• Rechargeable lithium ion battery, charge on computer USB port
  • or Flip Video power adapter (sold separately)
• Up to 2 hrs of use between charges
• Charge time via computer USB port approx. 3 hrs.,
  Power adapter 2 hrs.

Bower .45x Wide Angle Magnetic Lens (10/10)

• Extend field of view by .45X, up-close and afar, panoramic
• Sturdy, easy magnetic attachment
  • Includes 3 magnetic mounting rings
  • Peel to stick around Flip lens
• Includes leash with rubber ring to tether lens, carrying pouch
• 3/4 in. deep, Magnetic diameter 2.1 cm, 3 oz.
• 10/10 - $49.99 ($39 street)
• http://store.theflip.com/en-us/products/...
• www.bowerusa.com

Aquapac Underwater Case (10/10)

• Shoot video through optically clear LENZFLEX window
• Waterproof to 5 meters / 15 feet
• Seal with air inside so camera floats in water
• Aquaclip seal with easy twist clamps
• Soft tear resistant case of TPU (high-tensile thermoplastic elastomer)
• UV-stabilized so won't yellow from exposure to sunlight
• Works in low temperatures, remains soft and functional at -40 degrees
• No metal parts, entirely rust-proof; Full 5 year warranty
• Model 106 for UltraHD with FlipPort, Mino, MinoHD
• Model 346 for Ultra, UltraHD, SlideHD
• Also models for cameras and camcorders, iPod, iPhone, iPad, mobile phones, MP3 players
• 10/10 - $30
• www.aquapac.net

FlipPort Accessories (coming soon)

• New FlipPort connector (extends HDMI), currently on UltraHD 2 hr.
• Blue Microphones Mikey for Flip external mic
• Scosche wireless microphone
• iGo Overtime Battery extender and Charge Anywhere power adapter
• Seagate storage solution
• Flip accessories - www.theflip.com/en-us/products/accessories.aspx
• PR 9/10 - www.theflip.com/en-us/buzz/articles/us/buzz_092010a.aspx

  
FlipShare Channels on Web
 
FlipShare iPhone App

• View, edit, organize, share videos
• Pre-loaded on-board application --
    installs when connected to PC or Mac
• Download new versions for previous Flips

• Import/export clips from Flip camcorders
• Save in Library, organize, 
    and play on your computer

Create Movies

• Grab photo Snapshots: 
    Video freeze-frame, standard-def and HD
• Magic Movie automatically create movies
• Edit Movies: Trim, add titles, credits, music
      Create custom movies with music
• Create DVD: Order via on-line service, 
    or use your DVD burning application

Share Videos and Snapshots

• Share Online: Direct upload to 
    Twitter, YouTube, Facebook, other sites
• Share privately using E-mail: 
    Send to list of e-mail addresses
• Share as video Greeting Card: 
    Wizard for card design, send to e-mail
• Share on Flip Channels: 
    Send link to list of e-mail addresses
    Access from Web (flipshare.com), 
      or free FlipShare iPhone app
    Public or private
  

• Full-HD 1080p resolution, 8 MP stills, Image stabilization
• Case with jewel-like geometric pattern and chrome accents
• 10/09 - GC-FM1 - $199 - Black Ice, Blue Steel, Purple Passion
• 2.0" Color LCD Monitor
• 1/3.2 CMOS imager, 8.17 M pixels
• Stills: F Stop F2.8, focal length 3.9 mm (VGA 35mm film equivalent: 30)
• Full-Auto Focus and White balance
• 4x Digital Zoom
• Focus switch: Normal / Macro
• 128 MB internal storage (34.5 MB available)
• SDHC card expansion: 4 to 32 GB (class 4 or higher)
• AV and HDMI Output connectors, AV cable included; NTSC / PAL out
• Tripod mount; mini USB connection, data / charge
• Internal battery (not removable), recharges in approx. 180 min.
• Recording time 32GB max. 5hr 42min (1080p) / 85hr 57min (QVGA)
• 97 x 53 x 17 mm, 95 g (3 7/8 x 2 1/8 x 11/16 in., 3.4 oz./0.21 lbs.)
• PR 10/09 - www.jvc.com/press/index.jsp?item=725&pageID=1
  x http://newsroom.jvc.com/2009/10/new-jvc-pocket-camera...
• http://camcorder.jvc.com/product.jsp?productId=PRD1205005&pathId=58
• 10/09 - Introduced - $199

Find the JVC Picsio Pocket Camera on Amazon.com

• $179 - Black, red, blue
• 2.5"  LCD Display
• 5 MP CMOS Sensor
• 128 MB internal memory, SD/SDHC card expansion slot
• fixed focus lens, macro
• Video: H.264 (MOV) - 1080p (1920 × 1080, 30 fps)
      720p/60 fps (1280 × 720, 60 fps), 720p (1280 × 720, 30 fps)
      WVGA (848 × 480, 30 fps)V), AAC LC
• Still: JPEG (5.3 MP, 16:9 widescreen, interpolated)
• Image stabilization, smart face tracking technology
• Built-in ArcSoft Media Impressions software: Edit, create, upload to YouTube
• AV out, HDMI, DC in, external mic jack (support stereo), Tripod mount
• KODAK Li-Ion Rechargeable Digital Camera Battery KLIC-7004, AC adapter
• 62.0 × 113.2 × 21.5 mm (2.4 × 4.5 × 0.9 in.), 110 g (3.9 oz) without batteries

• 7/09 - $149 / $129 street - Black, blue, yellow, red, pink
• Weather resistant to rain, snow, sand, dirt. Certified for protection rating IP43
      Rubberized doors protect ports, stainless steel panel. 
• Bright light or low light, sensitive, low distortion microphone for crisp, clear audio
• 2.0 in. LCD display 
• 1.6 MP CMOS Sensor
• Video H.264 (MOV), AAC LC
      HD60: 16:9 720p at 60 fps, HD: 720p at 30 fps, VGA: 4:3 640 x 480
• Photo: JPEG, 3 MP (interpolated)
• Playback: FF & REW: 2, 4, 8, 16X, Slow motion 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16X, frame by frame
• Built-in ArcSoft Media Impressions software: Edit, create, upload to YouTube
• Record up to 10 hours of HD video* with SD/SDHC card slot
• 128 MB internal memory / 30 MB available, SD/SDHC card expansion slot
• HDMI output; AV output; DC in, HDMI, AV, and USB cables, Tripod mount
• Power: Pre-charged AA Ni-MH rechargeable batteries and battery charger included
      or CRV3 lithium camera batteries or KODAK Li-Ion Rechargeable Digital Camera Battery KLIC-8000
• 50.1 × 107 × 20 mm (2.0 × 4.2 × 0.8 in.), 90 g (3.2 oz) without batteries
• PR 1/09 - Zx1 Announced

• 7/09, 9/08 - $179 / $125 street - Black, red, pink
• 2.4" LCD display
• Fast power on, fast start shooting
      Video & photo, close-up mode, fast motion HD, slow mo playback
• Shooting modes: HD 16:9 aspect video at 720p at 30 & 60 (fast motion) fps
      also VGA 640 x 480, photos 2048 x 1536
• Built-in 128 MB internal memory (approx. 30 MB for image storage)
      (Installer for ArcSoft MediaImpression included in ROM)
      Also SD/SDHC card slot, up to 32 GB - 4 GB = ~ 1 hour HD video
• Controls: Center joystick toggle/button - 
          press Play/Record, left/right (mode, prev/next, fwd/rev), up/down (zoom, vol.)
      Left - Stop / Delete
      Right - Record/Review modes (Video/Playback), 
          slow motion playback (1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16)
      Setup - press both Right & Left - set Date / time
• Volume control for playback, but can't silence sounds  
      (for power on/off, record start/stop, photo shutter)
      -- FIXED ~ 3/09 - firmware version 1.1.0
• Lens 4.1 mm, f/2.8, Fixed focus; 2X digital zoom
      Focus mode Normal, Close-up (switch on side)
      Focus range Normal 70 cm (27.6 in.) to infinity; Close-up 5 cm (2 in.)
• Sensor CMOS, 1.6 MP, 1/4.5-type; Auto white balance
• Mono microphone, built-in speaker
• Video files: Quicktime MOV - Video H.264, Audio AAC LC, stereo 48 KHz
• Video modes:
      HD - 1280 x 720, 30 fps - video 9 Mbps, audio 128 Kbps, file ~ 67 MB/min
      HD 60 - 1280 x 720, 60 fps - video 12 Mbps, audio 128 Kbps, file ~ 90 MB/min
      VGA - 640 x 480, 30 fps - video 2 Mbps, audio 128 Kbps, file ~ 16 MB/min
• Still photos: 2048 x 1536 JPEG, 3 MP (interpolated)
• Software: Includes ArcSoft MediaImpression Light (Windows)
      Edit, upload to YouTube (Installer also included in camera ROM)
• 2 AA batteries included precharged (rechargeable Ni-MH recommended)
      Includes Kodak Ni-MH mini-charger: 2 slot, AA/AAA
• Pop-out USB 2.0 connector (side, button on front also mini-mirror)
• Includes TV connectors: AV out (Video, Audio L/R), Component out (Y, Pb, Pr)
• Includes drawstring camera pouch, wrist strap
• Tripod mount on bottom, 1/4-in. standard
• 64 × 114 × 23.5 mm (2.5 × 4.5 × 0.9 in.), 107 g (3.8 oz) without batteries
• Support - www.kodak.com/go/Zi6support
• Product - www.kodak.com, PR 7/08 - Zi6 Pocket Video Camera Unveiled

• Slim, lightweight, pocket-sized design
• 2/09 - $79, silver or hot pink ($59 street)
• 5/08, 1/09 - $99, silver or hot pink
• 2" antiglare LCD screen, 16M colors
• 640 x 480 VGA video resolution, CMOS sensor, 2x digital zoom
      Low light: Extremely high sensitivity at 3.8V/lux-sec
• Built-in 2 GB memory (no card slot)
      record 2 hours (good quality), 1 hour (excellent quality)
• MPEG-4 AVI video at 30 fps, 50Hz or 60Hz frequency
• Speaker and microphone,  TV out, Tripod mount
• Flexi USB connector on bottom
• Removable rechargeable battery (custom), 130 minutes
• Accessories: Pouch $14.99, A/V cable to TV $9.99, Charging station / power adapter $29.99
      Spare batteries, up to two hours of recording or playback, $14.99
• 3.9" x 2.2" x 0.6" (100 mm x 55 mm x 16 mm), under 3 oz. / 84g (with battery)
• 5/08 PR - http://us.creative.com/corporate/pressroom/releases/welcome.asp?pid=12931
• http://us.creative.com/products/product.asp?category=833&subcategory=834&product=17761

• Thin, lightweight, 720p, HDMI out
• 12/08, 2/09 - $229, black
• 2" antiglare LCD screen, 640 x 240, 16M colors
• 1280 x 720 HD video resolution, CMOS sensor, 2x digital zoom
      Low light: Extremely high sensitivity at 3.3V/lux-sec
• Built-in 8 GB memory (no card slot)
      record up to 2 hours (HD+ quality), 4 hours (HD quality), 8 hours (VGA quality)
• AVI video file format, 50 or 60 Hz frequency
      H.264 video at 30 fps, ADPCM audio at 177 kbps, 4 bit
      HD+ - 2 hours recording time - 1280 x 720 video, 8304 kbps (~ 10.5 MB / 10 sec)
      HD - 4 hours - 1280 x 720 video, 4252 kbps (~ 5.4 MB / 10 sec)
      VGA - 8 hours - 640x480 video, 2153 kbps (~ 2.6 MB / 10 sec)
• Speaker and microphone, Tripod mount
• TV out - RCA, HDMI (HDMI cable included - 1080i out to HDTV)
• Flexi USB connector on bottom
• Removable Lithium-ion rechargeable battery (custom), 2 hours
• Accessories: Waterproof pouch, mesh case, A/V cable, spare battery, battery charger
• 3.9" x 2.2" x 0.6" (100 mm x 55 mm x 16 mm), 100g (with battery)
• 12/08 PR - http://us.creative.com/corporate/pressroom/releases/welcome.asp?pid=13036
• http://us.creative.com/products/product.asp?category=833&subcategory=834&product=18108

• All-terrain, all-weather HD camcorder, splash and weather-resistant
      rubber handgrip on sides, clip
• 1 MP, CMOS sensor
• 2" TFT screen, 620 x 240
• Video: 720p, VGA, 30 fps (H.264 / .mov)
• Stills: JPEG 3 MP (interpolated)
• 128 MB internal memory, SD card expansion up to 8 MP SDHC
• NTSC / PAL / HDMI out
• ArcSoft TotalMedia Extreme software, edit standard and high-def video
• 2.54 x 4.13 x 0.88 in., 3 oz. (w/o battery)
• ~ 7/09 - $99, red, olive, camouflage

• Introduced 7/09 - $149
• HD technology and style: hop, hot, and haute
      Riviera / quilted - DXG-535V - white, black, pink
      Soho / argyle - DXG-533V - blue, pink 
• 3 in. TFT display, 960 x 240
• Video: 720p (1280 x 720) at 30 fps (H.264 MOVfile format)
      QVGA (30fps), WVGA (30fps), 720p (30fps)
• Stills: 5 MP CMOS sensor, JPEG, 3, 5, 8 MP (interpolated)
• Digital voice recording
• LED light, photo flash
• White balance, self-timer, macro mode
• NTSC / PAL / HDMI out with cable
• ArcSoft TotalMedia Extreme software
• Internal 128 MB memory (90 MB available)
      SDHC card slot for up to 8 GB
• Li-Ion battery
• 1.61 x 2.68 x 4.37 in., 8.01 oz. (w/o battery)

• 7/09 - $229 / $173 street, 1/09 - $249 / $179
• 1080p HD video - up to 1920  x 1080
• High-speed 60- fps recording
• 3" High-Res TFT screen (960 x 240 pixels)
• 5 MP, CMOS sensor, 5X optical zoom
• Photos: JPEG (EXIF), DPOF, 3, 5, 8 MP (interpolated)
• 1080p HD video - MOV format, H.264 video compression
      QVGA(30fps), WVGA (60 fps), 720P (60 fps), 1080P (30 fps) 
      EIS Function WVGA (60 fps), 720p (60 fps)    
• Digital voice recorder
• Macro mode, White balance, EV compensation, Color effects, Self-timer
      Night mode
• LED flash / light, < 1 meter, photo & video
• Built-in 32 MB memory, SDHC card slot, up to 8 GB (8 hours HD video)
• SD Card (Up to SDHC 8GB Class6)
• Stabilizer (WVGA and 720P only)
• NTSC/ PAL, Component HD output
• ArcSoft TotalMedia Extreme software, edit standard and high-def video
• 2.75'' x 5'' x 2.24'', 10.47 ounces (Without Batteries)
• www.dxgtechusa.com/new/products-list.php?pid=39

• Compact and portable HD camcorders
• 5 MP, CMOS sensor
• Photos: JPEG (EXIF), DPOF, 3, 5, 8 MP (interpolated)
• 1080p HD video - up to 1920 / 1440 x 1080 x 30 fps, 
      MOV format, H.264 video compression
• Macro mode, White balance, EV compensation, Color effects, Self-timer
• LED flash / light, < 1 meter, photo & video
• Built-in flash memory, SDHC card slot for up to 8 GB (8 hours HD video)
• ArcSoft TotalMedia Extreme software, edit standard and high-def video

* DXG-580V - HD Camcorder - 1440 (4/09)

• 7/09 - $169 / $122 street
• 3" TFT screen (960 x 240)
• Available Q1 2009 $179
• 1/2.5" sensor, 5 MP, F/3.2, f=7.mm lens, 
      Focus 1.5 - infinity, Macro mode 14 - 15 cm
• Videos: MOV - H.264
      QVGA (320/352 x 240) - 650 Kbps ~ 850 KB / 10 sec.
      WVGA (848 x 480) - 1.7 Mbps ~ 2.5 MB / 10 sec.
      720p (1280 x 720) - 4.4 Mbps ~ 5 MB / 10 sec.
      1080p (1440 x 1080 / 30 fps) -- not full HD, 8.1 mbps ~ 9.6 MB / 10 secs.
      Digital voice recorder (audio only); Max video file 3.75 GB
• Built-in 32 MB memory (15 MB for storage), SD/SDHC card slot
• NTSC & PAL; 4X digital zoom
• Removable custom Li-ion battery, dual battery also holds 4 AAA
• A/V out + component HD out
• 2.68 x 4.37 x 1.61 in. / 41 x 68 x 111 mm, 8.01 ounces, 227g w/o battery
• www.dxgtechusa.com/new/products-list.php?pid=40
• PR 1/09 - http://dxgusa.com/public_html/old/press/DXG580VLaunchCES09.DOC

Find the DXG-580V Camcorder on Amazon.com

DXG-581V - HD Camcorder - vertical / upright - 1920 (4/09)

• Available Q1 2009 $179 / $141
• 2.5" TFT screen, flat rechargable battery
• Videos: MOV - H.264: 
      CIF (30fps), 480p (60fps), 720p (30fps), 1080p / 1920 (30fps)
• NTSC & PAL - HDMI with cable
• Built-in 32MB memory (approximately 7 MB available)
• 1.43 x 2.58  x 3.92", 4.06 ounces (without batteries)
• www.dxgtechusa.com/new/products-list.php?pid=42
• PR 1/09 -
  http://dxgusa.com/public_html/old/press/DXG581VLaunchCES2009.DOC

Find the DXG-581V Camcorder on Amazon.com

• Video: to 720p (1280 x 720) at 30 fps (H.264.mov file format)
• Stills: 5 MP sensor, JPEG, DCF, DPOF, 3, 5, 8 MP (interpolated)
• Digital voice recording
• LED light, photo flash
• White balance, self-timer, macro mode
• Built-in flash memory, SDHC card slot for up to 8 GB
• ArcSoft TotalMedia Extreme software, edit standard and high-def video

DXG-517V - HD Camcorder

• 7/09, 4/09 - $129 / $99 street, Silver
• 2.5 in. TFT display, 480 x 240
• Video: 720p, QVGA, WVGA
• LED light
• HDMI out, with cable
• Internal 128 MB memory (90 MB available)
      720p 14 min., WVGA 18 min., QVGA 78 min.
• Li-Ion battery or 4 AAA batteries
• 1.61 x 2.68 x 4.37 in., 8 oz. (w/o battery)

Find the DXG-517V Camcorder on Amazon.com

* DXG-579V - HD Camcorder - vertical / upright (12/08)

• 7/09, 4/09 - $129 / $99 street, Silver, Red, Pink, Blue
• 2.4" TFT rotation screen, 480 x 240
• Video: 720p, D1 (720x480, CIF (320 x 240)
• Internal 32 MB memory (11 MB available)
• 4 AAA batteries
• 1.46 x 3.87 x 2.69 in., 4.8 oz. (w/o battery)

Find the DXG-579V Camcorder on Amazon.com

• 7/09 - $149 camera + casing, Silver, black, blue, red, pink - Casing $49
• Camera snaps securely into underwater housing 
      for swimming, snorkeling, diving
• Underwater casing: durable and heavy-duty molded plastic
      Waterproof up to 15 feet, protected from water, salt, sand, elements
• Full access to controls: Rubberized - 
       Record, play, zoom, still image or video, underwater light
• 2.4 inch TFT screen (640 x 240 pixels)
• Video: 720p (1280 x 720) at 30 fps (H.264 MOV file format)
      1280 x 720/30fps, D1 (720 x 480), CIF (320 x 240)
• Stills: 5 MP CMOS sensor, JPEG, 3, 5, 8 MP (interpolated)
• LED light, photo flash
• White balance, self-timer, macro mode
• NTSC / PAL / Component output
• Video: HD 1280 x 720, 30 fps
• Internal 32 MB flash memory (11 MB available), 
      External 8 GB SD card, up to 4 hours 
• 4 AAA batteries
• 1.46 x 3.87 x 2.69 in., 4.8 ounces (without batteries)
• PR - 6/09 - http://www.dxgusa.com/Press/DXGUnderwaterValuePackPressRelease.doc

Find the DXG-579V Camcorder on Amazon.com

• Slimmest, sleekest, sexiest Small Wonder: HD, Sports, or Web Quality
• HD 720p video recording - 1280 x 720 in H.264 format, AVI files
• Slim Design - roughly a half of an inch thick
• 2” LCD Display, 640 x 240
• 256 MB internal memory
• Expansion recording to microSD/SDHC memory cards, up to 16 GB
• Power slide button
• Controls: 4-way (Prev/Next, Volume), Record, Play/Pause, Menu, Delete, Photo
• Video quality selector switch: 3 video recording modes
  • WebQ: 320 x 320, 30 fps, 40 hours recording (on 16 GB card)
  • Sports Mode: 848 x 480, 60 fps (high-speed), 8 hours recording
  • HD: 1280 x 720, 30 fps, 8 hours recording
  • AVI files, H.264 video, ADPCM audio
• Dedicated photo button: 8 MP images extrapolated from 5 MP sensor
  • Press for photo mode & shutter, Record for video mode
  • 3200 x 2400 JPEG
• Menu - Lighting settings: Auto, Outdoor, Indoor, Low light
  • Key tone on/off setting; English, Spanish, French
• Integrated Memory Manager software to download, edit, share video
• mini USB connector (not a pop-out USB connector) - charge / data
• AV connector and included cable for viewing on TV; NTSC (US) or PAL
• HDMI connector to view on HD TV
• Rechargeable battery, not removable - 1.75 hrs. HD shooting, charge 3.5 hrs.
• Includes AV cable, wrist strap, USB cable, battery charging adapter
• ~ 4.3 x 2.5 x 0.9 in., 3.04 oz.
• PR 1/09 - announce (PDF)- http://audiovox2.info/docs/...
• www.mysmallwonder.com
• 10/09 - $129 / $89

Find the RCA Small Wonder EZ209HD on Amazon.com

• 2.4" LCD Display
• HD Video: 1280 x 720, H.264, 30 fps
• 5 MP still photos
• Selectable Landscape and Close-Up Mode
• 2 GB internal memory - up to 1 hour HD, 2 hours High Quality, 6 hours Web / YouTube
• SD memory Card Expansion Slot, up to 16 GB - up to 9 hours HD recording
• 5 MP photo
• Flip-out lens (for self recording), slide-out USB connection arm
• Built-in Memory Manager software to download video through USB connection
      email or share clips, upload directly to YouTube
      Requires free FFDShow MPEG-4 Video Decoder
          www.free-codecs.com/download/FFDshow.htm
• Watch on TV using included AV cable, on HDTV with built-in HDMI connection
• Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery, lasts up to 2 hours
• Includes AV cable, carrying pouch, wrist strap, USB extender, Lithium-ion battery pack with charger
• www.mysmallwonder.com
• 9/09 - $175 / $125; 9/08 - $159

• 1.5" flip-out display
• Flip-out high-speed USB connector (under display)
• Runs on 2 AA batteries
• microSD expansion slot, 1 GB microSD card included
      Record up to 30 minutes in High Quality, or 2 hours in Web Quality mode
      (8 GB card = 4 hours High quality, 16 hours Web quality)
• Video output connector to watch on TV (cable included)
• Memory Manager software auto-runs when attach to PC
• transfer video clips, email, upload to YouTube
• 2.4 x 1.1 x 3.9, 12 oz
• www.rcaaudiovideo.com/product.aspx?product=390
• pr - 1/08 - www.audiovox.com/pressrelease/AEC/release_AEC_2008010711.html
• 10/09 - $99 / $76; 6/08- list $99 - white

• 9/07 - $99
• About the same size as a deck of cards
• 1.5-inch LCD panel, flip out 180 degrees
• Expandable SD memory slot
• Two AA batteries last up to two hours of continuous use
• Spring 07 - $129

• Simple one-touch, at-home DVD burning of favorite clips

• 5 ounces
• 06 EZ-105 - $129

• True 1080 HD video, 24p Cinema Mode
• 2.7" widescreen LCD, overlay level marker
• Canon True HD 1/2.7" CMOS Sensor, 2.96 MP, 1920 x 1080
• Super Range Optical Stabilization, gyro and vector detection
• 10x HD video zoom lens
• Smooth Zoom Speed Control, three pre-set zoom speeds
• Instant AF uses external sensor, 
      dramatically improved speed and accuracy 
• Record SD and HD
• Photo: 3.1 MP still image capture to a miniSD card
      nine-point autofocus, built-in flash
      Continuous Shooting up to five stills per sec
• Horizontal form factor
• HDMI terminal
• 4/07 - $1099
• 9/07 - ~ $900

    Find the Canon HV20 camcorder on Amazon

• 2.7-inch widescreen LCD screen
• 10x optical zoom lens
• Record SD and HD (HDV)
• around 1 pound
• 12/06 - $1399
• 9/07 - $689

    Find the Canon HV10 camcorder on Amazon.com

• 60GB hard drive
• three 1/5-inch 16:9 progressive scan CCD
• 10x optical zoom Fujinon lens
• optical image stabilization, manual controls
• USB, HDMI and i.LINK
• up to five hours of full HD 1920x1080i at 30 Mbps
• seven hour SP mode 1440x1080i, five-hour 1440CBR mode 1440x1080i
• MPEG2 Transport Stream video with MPEG 1 Layer 2 audio
• 4/07 - $1799
• 9/07 - $1099

    Find the JVC HD Everio GZ-HD7 camcorder on Amazon

• 3D Camcorder - Attach 3D conversion lens to shoot in 3D
  • Two lenses simultaneously record left and right images
  • Recorded side-by-side in frame, each at 960 x 1080
• Play 3D videos on 3D-capable televisions, using HDMI cable
     such as Panasonic VIERA Full HD 3D televisions
• Play 3D images on SD cards using AVCHD compatible player,
     such as a Panasonic 3D Blu-ray Disc player
• Includes HD Writer AE 2.6T PC editing software
  • Edit recorded 3D images, burn Blu-ray/DVD discs
• 3.0 in. touch-screen LCD
• 3MOS sensors (2.53 MP x 3)
  • Individual sensors for the three primary colors
• Leica Dicomar lens, 35 mm wide-angle
  • F1.5 - F2.8 with 46mm filter diameter
• 2D movies up to Full-HD 1080p/60p (1,920 x 1,080 progressive)
• 12x optical zoom, up to 18x intelligent zoom
• Intelligent Auto with Hybrid O.I.S
• Time Lapse / interval recording
• 5.1-channel audio recording sound system, uses 5 mics
• http://www2.panasonic.com/consumer-electronics/...
• PR 7/10 - Announced - http://www2.panasonic.com/...
• Available 10/10 - $1,399.95

    Find the Panasonic HDC-SDT750K on Amazon

• Compact standard-definition camcorder
• S10 - Rugged and water-resistant
      Records 12 to 50 minutes of MPEG-2 video per GB
      4.49 x 2.48 x 1.22 inches , 0.4 pounds
• S20 - Water, Shock & Dustproof
• (1/09) S10 & S20 $399 

    Find the Panasonic SDR-S10 on Amazon

• Ultra-compact, ergonomic design, smooth, curvy shape
       Unique form factor to hold camcorder more comfortably
       Lens angled at 25 degrees, reduces strain on wrist
• ~5/09 - $549/$499
• Full HD (1920 x 1080)
• 2.7 inch LCD, touch screen, swiveling
• 1/2.33" CMOS imaging sensor
• 5x optical zoom, Intelli-zoom lens 
• Expandable memory SD/SDHC card slot
• Photos: 9 MP (2880 x 1620)
• 1.5'" x 2.23" x 5.04", 0.51 lbs.
• PR 1/09 - www.samsung.com/us/news/newsRead.do?news_seq=11946
• www.samsung.com/us/consumer/detail/detail.do?..

    Find the Samsung HMX-R10 on Amazon.cpm

• HMX-H106 - ~5/09 - flagship 64 GB, 
      12 hours - $999/$899
• HMX-H105 - ~3/09 - 32 GB SSD, 
      6 hours - $799/$729
• HMX-H104 - ~3/09 - 16 GB SSD, 
      3 hours - $699/$649
• HMX H100 - ~3/09 - 
      no internal storage - $629/$579

• 2.7 inch LCD, touch screen , swiveling 
• 1/4.5 inch CMOS sensor, 2.2 MP, light sensitivity 
• Full HD (1920 x 1080 / 60i or 30p), 1280 x 720P / 720 x 480P
• Schneider Kreuznach Varioplan HD lens
      10x optical zoom, Optical Image Stabilizer
      37mm wide-angle focal length (vs. typical 40~50mm)
• Internal Solid State Drive (SSD)
      More lightweight and compact than HDD, operates silently , 
          very low heat emission
      No moving parts enhances reliability, 
          more durable and resistant to shock and vibrations
      Reduces power consumption (1/8th HDD)
      Faster, quicker boot-up and read/write speeds
• Expandable memory SD/SDHC card slot
• H.264 compression, full-HD fine mode, record up to 3 hours per 16 GB
• Direct HDMI connection to HDTV 
• Photos 4.7 MP (2880 x 1620), built-in strobe flash 
• Samsung proprietary swivel grip, control at low or high angles.
• HD Time Lapse recording mode, save as single movie file
      record single image at an interval of 1, 3, 5, 10, 15, or 30 seconds
• 2.48 x 2.4 x 5.06 in., 0.78 lbs.
• www.samsung.com/us/consumer/detail/spec.do?...
• PR 1/09 - www.samsung.com/us/news/newsRead.do?news_seq=11947

    Find the Samsung HMX-H106 on Amazon.cpm

• 720 x 480, 680K CCD, Schneider lens, Advanced Image Stabilization
• 34x optical zoom, digital 42x Intelli-Zoom
• 16 GB internal flash memory, SD/SDHC memory card slot
• 2.7 inch LCD
• H.264 compression, up to 8 hours of standard definition video
      Record up to 3 hours of video 
• Web & Mobile mode: Record YouTube format
      640 x 480 (H.264 / AAC / MP4) 
      Play directly on portable media players
• 3-D Noise Reduction, Face Detection up to five subjects
• Swivel hand-grip, adjusts for regular and low angle shooting
• 2.38" x 2.36" x 4.92", 0.59 lbs.
• ~ 4/09 -$329/$299/$250, Midnight Black, Sunset Red, 
      Galaxy Silver, Deep Ocean Blue, all with silver trim
• PR 1/09 - www.samsung.com/us/news/newsRead.do?news_seq=11948
• www.samsung.com/us/consumer/detail/detail.do?...

    Find the Samsung SMX-F34 on Amazon.cpm

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