panasonic hdc-hs700k hi-def camcorder with pro control system 240gb hdd black
the 3mos system and full-hd 1920 x 1080 60 progressive recording produce all-new color-bright image quality . capture crisp clear images even in dim lighting . hdd sd card hybrid full-hd camcorder high-density ultra-smooth images 1080 60p recording full-hd 1920 x 1080 60 progressive recording the hdc-hs700 uses the progressive method to record twice as much image data as the interlace method . whereas interlacing requires two images to produce a complete picture the progressive method records a single image as a complete picture . plus the 60 progressive recording of the hdc-hs700 produces 60 images per second . this extremely dense image information creates intricate detail and silky smooth motion . even when subjects move quickly afterimages are minimized to create more natural images . the progressive method is most effective when shooting detailed designs where moir patterns tend to occur or when capturing scenes during sports events where the subjects are intensely moving around . also the recorded images are displayed clearly even when they are made into still images so it is possible to preserve stunning photos when clipping them from videos . a bright high-performance lens . leica dicomar lens panasonic hd camcorders use leica dicomar lenses which are renowned for their ability to render sharp images and excellent shading . they also suppress ghosting flare and distortion at the image edges . even in strong sunlight these superb lenses maintain high contrast and resolution . a bright new f1.5-f2 .8 lens with a 46mm filter diameter has been created for the hdc-hs700 . efficient light collection allows the new lens to capture bright clear images even in dim lighting or at high shutter speeds . this high-end lens brings out all the beauty of full-hd images . leica is a registered trademark of leica microsystem ir gmbh and dicomar is a registered trademark of leica camera ag . captures large groups even when shooting from up close . 35mm wide-angle lens the 35mm wide-angle lens on the hdc-hs700 fits more people and more of the background into the frame than a conventional 44.9 mm lens.this is especially handy when you want to take a group photo in a small room . 35mm-lens equivalent beautiful zoom shots of distant subjects . 18x intelligent zoom the hdc-hs700 features a 12x optical zoom and an intelligent zoom function that goes all the way up to 18x . when using intelligent zoom intelligent resolution technology lets you shoot at high zoom rates while preserving image sharpness . you get crisp images of highly detailed objects - without the blurry edges .