Panasonic's SDR-SW20 Specification

Product Specification of Panasonic SDR-SW20:

• Records Onto = SD/SDHC Memory CardRecording
  
• Format = MPEG2 (Motion Image)

LENS

• Image Sensor (Total) = 1/6" CCD (680K pixels)
• Image Sensor (Effective) = 4:3 -- 340K, 16:9 -- 300K (Motion Image) 4:3 -- 350K (Still Image )
• F Value = F1.8 (Wide) / F2.4 (Tele)
• Optical Zoom = 10x Variable Speed Zoom
• Focal Length = 2.3 - 23 mm
• Filter Diameter= -35mm Film Camera Equivalent 43.9-439 mm [4:3], 43.9-439 mm [16:9][Motion Image], 43.7-437 mm [4:3][Still Picture]
• Lens Type = Leica Dicomar
  

CAMERA

• 3CCD Camera System = No
• Image Stabilizer = Electronic Image Stabilizer (EIS)
• Still Picture Recording = VGA
• Minimum Illumination = 2 Lux (Magic Pix®)
• Focus = AF/Manual
• White Balance = Auto/Indoor/Outdoor/White Set/Underwater (with IR Sensor)
• High Speed Shutter = 1/30-1/8000 (Motion Image)1/30-1/500 (Still Picture)
• Iris = Auto/Manual
• Backlight Compensation = Yes
• LCD Monitor = 2.7" Wide (123,200 Dots)
• Power LCD = Yes (Extra)
• Pure Color Engine = Yes
• Soft-Skin Mode = Yes
• Easy-to-Use Mode Dial = Yes
• MagicPix Images = Yes
• Microphone = Stereo Zoom Mic
• Wind Noise Reduction
• Date Recording = Auto Date (in Date Code)
• Fade in/out = Yes
• On-Screen Display Language = English / Canadian French / Spanish
• Digital Zoom = 1 10x - 700x
• Quick Start = 0.6 seconds
  

RECORDING AND PLAYBACK

• Cue and Review = No
• Skip = No
• Video Recording Format = MPEG2 (Moving Picture)
• Recording Mode = XP (10 Mbps/VBR), SP (5 Mbps/VBR), LP (2.5Mbps/VBR)
• Playback Mode = XP (10Mbps/VBR), SP (5Mbps/VBR), LP (2.5Mbps/VBR)
• Audio Recording Format = Dolby Digital (Dolby AC3)/MPEG1-Layer2
• Recording Time = SDHC: 16GB: XP(3hrs 20mins)/SP(6hrs 40 mins)/LP(13hrs 20 mins), 8GB: XP(1hr 40mins)/SP(3hrs 20mins)/LP(6hrs 40mins), 4GB: XP(50mins)/SP(1hr 40 mins)/LP(3hrs 20 mins) SD: 2GB: XP(25mins)/SP(50mins)/LP(1hr 40mins), 1GB: XP(12mins)/SP(25mins)/LP(50mins)
• Still Picture = JPEG: 640 x 480
• Still Picture Recording Number = SDHC: 16GB: 99999 High, 99999 Normal, 8GB: 55260 High, 99999 Normal, 4GB: 27150 High, 54290 Normal SD: 2GB: 13820 High, 27640 Normal, 1GB: 6790 High, 13580 Normal
• Counter = Yes
• Wind Noise Reduction = Yes
• Remaining Indication = Yes
• Pre-Rec Function = No
• One-Touch Navigation = Yes
• Help Mode = Yes
• Disc Copy Function = Yes (when using a DVD Burner (VW-BN1), data from SD Memory Card can be copied to a 12-cm DVD Disc)
• USB Host Function = Yes
  

SD CARD FEATURES

• Built-in SD Slot = Yes (SD/SDHC)
• DPOF = Max. 999 stills
• PictBridge Compatible = Yes
  

JACKS

• S-Video Out = No
• USB = Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)(mini AB)
• Analog In/Out = Out only
• Accessory Shoe = No
• AV = Out

INCLUDED ACCESSORIES

• AC Adaptor = Yes
• Battery Pack = Lithium-Ion
• Strap = Yes [Hand Strap]
• AV Cable = Yes
• USB Cable = Yes
• IR Remote = No
• SD Memory Card = No
• Lens Cap = No
• Software = Motion SD Studio 1.3E
• Other Cables = AC/DC Cables
  

GENERAL

• Power Supply = DC 7.2/9.3 V
• Power Consumption = 2.9W
• Dimensions (H x W x D) = 2.50'' x 1.33'' x 4.54''
• Weight = 1.20 lbs
  

Source: http://www2.panasonic.com

Panasonic's SDR-SW20

Panasonic's SDR-SW20 compact SD camcorder is built tough so you can shoot in places never before possible. Take it underwater as deep as 5 feet for great video in the pool or ocean. Waterproofing also means you can shoot in the rain or snow with no worries. The SW20 is also shockproof, resisting damage even if dropped from a height of up to 4 feet with improved fortification inside and out. A dustproof design keeps the camcorder safe even if handled with dirty hands or used in a place with swirling dust. Take it to the beach or sports field without worrying about sand. And since it's waterproof, simply wash it with water when it gets dirty.

Compact Size and Cool Styling

Small enough to slip in a pocket or bag. Cool enough to take everywhere you go. This is one stylish camcorder you'll never want to be without.

No More Missed Shooting Opportunities with Quick Start

The SW20 SD camcorder starts up to record quickly. In Quick Start mode, recording begins in just 0.6 seconds from the time the LCD is opened. This lets you catch those sudden shooting opportunities.

Easy DVD Copying and Viewing

The USB port allows you to connect directly to a DVD burner. And copying a recording from an SD card to a DVD disc is as easy as selecting from the menu. To view your video, simply take the SD card from the camcorder and slip it into any TV or DVD player with an SD card slot; there are no cables to worry about.

Edit Your Videos

First, transfer the motion-image data from the SD card to your PC5 using your PC's USB port. Then with the included MotionSD STUDIO 1.3E software, you can easily put scenes in a different order, delete the ones you don't want, and add a wide variety of video effects. Save your results by burning your video production onto DVD.

1. IEC60529 IPX8. Waterproof characteristics have been evaluated by TUV Rheinland.
2. MIL-STD-810F Method 516.5 Shock.
3. IEC60529 IP5X. Dustproof characteristics have been evaluated by TUV Rheinland.
4. This mode can be selected from the menu.
5. Certain system requirements apply.