Panasonic HDC SD5 User Manual

Big Screen Full of Vivid, Beautiful Images  
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SD/DVD Hybrid  
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HDC-SX5  
HDC-SD5  
Australia's Smallest & Lightest Full  
High Definition Camcorder*  
1440  
1920  
What is the advantage of 1920 x 1080 full-HD recording?  
Images recorded by conventional HD camcorders have only 1,440 horizontal pixels, while  
full-HD camcorders have 1,920. In terms of total pixels, conventional HD camcorders  
record images with 1.55 million pixels, while those from our full-HD camcorders have  
around 2.07 million pixels – about 30 percent more. The result is a level of detail  
and resolution that goes beyond anything you've experienced before. And because full-  
HD recordings contain a vast amount of picture information, they look beautiful not  
only on high-definition TVs, but on conventional (standard-definition) TVs as well.  
Around  
1080  
1080  
30% more  
recording pixels!  
1440 × 1080 High-Definition Recording  
1920 × 1080 High-Definition Recording  
Effective pixels:  
Effective pixels:  
1,550,000  
2,070,000  
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*2 As of July 30, 2007 *3 Usable capacity will be less.  
An 8GB SD Memory Card will go on sale in September 2007.  
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Technology and Quality Inherited from Broadcast  
and Professional Camera-Recorders  
HD Crystal Engine  
3CCD Camera System  
Advanced O.I.S. System  
Leica Dicomar Lens  
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Precise hand-shake compensation: Prevents blurry images caused by unsteady hands as you shoot  
Advanced O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabiliser)  
Panasonic's Advanced O.I.S. is a new image stabilising function that achieves around  
Advanced  
O.I.S.  
ON  
eight times higher precision than our previous system. The system uses gyro-sensors  
to detect hand-shake, then shifts a lens and adjusts its optical axis to compensate. And  
while our previous system checked and compensated for hand-shake around 500 times  
per second, the new Advanced O.I.S. works around 4,000 times per second. Advanced O.I.S. enables  
finer, more effective hand-shake compensation. Also, because the system is optical, no image quality is  
lost. With Advanced O.I.S., you'll capture images that are clear, sharp and beautiful on a big TV screen.  
The hand-shake correction frequency has been increased  
from 500 to 4,000 times per second!  
50" Display (O.I.S. OFF)  
The skaters' expressions and  
The lens moves up/  
O.I.S. Lens  
down or left/right and  
bends the incoming  
light to correct hand-  
shake.  
costumes are crisp and razor-sharp.  
Even on a big screen, the images are  
virtually blur-free.  
Moving the camcorder even a tiny bit results in some  
blurring – which is especially noticeable on a large screen.  
Superb colour reproduction – faithful, natural colours with delicate nuances  
3CCD Camera System  
Most professional broadcasting cameras use the  
3CCD camera system, due to its superior colour  
reproduction. In a 1CCD system, all of the incoming  
light information is processed by the same CCD. The more advanced 3CCD  
system uses three distinct CCDs for processing, so there is absolutely no light  
The woman's skin and flowers  
1CCD  
Optical Axis  
3CCD  
loss. The 3CCD camera  
system draws out the  
full potential of full-HD  
image quality.  
don't look natural, they look  
artificial.  
1CCD  
B
CCD  
Optical Axis  
The woman's skin and flowers have  
3CCD  
R
CCD  
CCD  
natural colour and look real.  
Dichroic  
Mirrors  
Colour Filter  
G
CCD  
A superb optical system that captures even delicate, subtle nuances  
Leica Dicomar Lens  
The SD5 and SX5 boast a Leica Dicomar lens. Developed  
specifically for full-HD digital camcorders, this lens system is  
made using a multi-coating process  
that minimises light reflection and  
glare, which can make colours bleed and images appear  
Washed-out image due to strong light  
washed out. It also minimises rings of light, or "ghosts."  
*Leica is a registered trademark of Leica Microsystem IR GmbH,  
and Dicomar is a registered trademark of Leica Camera AG.  
Multi-coated lens:  
clear image with no colour bleeding  
High-speed processing: An imaging engine that handles the vast amount of data in full-HD images  
HD Crystal Engine  
Panasonic took the advanced imaging circuitry used in our  
professional equipment and adapted it for home use in the HD  
Crystal Engine. The result is a high-speed processing unit that can handle the huge volumes  
of data captured in high-definition video recordings. The HD Crystal Engine also incorporates  
a new system that improves resolution and reduces noise while  
Without HD Crystal Engine:  
achieving a more compact size and lowering power consumption.  
picture noise  
Video Compression LSI  
With HD Crystal Engine:  
smooth from corner to corner  
Designed specifically for full-HD recording, this advanced LSI provides the  
high compression (H.264 High Profile used) needed to achieve high-resolution  
recording with a low bit rate. It helps ensure beautiful recordings by minimising  
the image degradation that can occur when shooting fast-moving subjects.  
HD Crystal Engine  
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Australia's Smallest & Lightest Full-HD Camcorder  
SD5  
Full-HD Recording onto SDHC/SD Memory Cards  
Use of the super-small SDHC/SD  
Memory Card helped us create  
Australia's smallest & lightest full-HD  
camcorder*. The SD5 fits comfortably  
in the hand and can be used for long  
periods without causing fatigue.  
67 mm  
65 mm  
135 mm  
With the SDHC/SD Memory Card, shooting video is  
easier and more convenient  
A compact size and super-fast startup  
The SDHC/SD Memory Card is small and convenient.  
And because there are no moving parts or  
mechanisms, recording can start almost right away.  
Use it almost anywhere  
The SDHC/SD Memory Card is highly resistant to  
heat, light and impacts, so you can use it in a wide  
range of conditions.  
Quick, easy uploading to a PC  
You don't have to connect a cable or run a finalising  
processwhentransferringdatatoaPC.  
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This unit is compatible with both SDHC Memory Cards and SD Memory  
Cards. You can only use SDHC Memory Cards on devices that are compatible  
with them. You cannot use SDHC Memory Cards on devices that are only  
compatible with SD Memory Cards. (When using an SDHC Memory Card on  
another device, be sure to read the operating instructions for that device.)  
* As of July 30, 2007  
Record Beautiful Full-HD Video onto an SD Memory Card and DVD Disc  
SX5  
Record for Up to 240 Minutes!  
+
180  
minutes  
of recording on an  
8GB SD Memory Card  
in HE mode  
60  
minutes  
of recording on a  
DVD-R-DL disc (60 min)  
in HE mode  
The ability to use both SDHC/SD Memory Cards  
and DVD discs is a big advantage in full-HD  
recording, where there is such a large amount  
of data to store.This double-media system also  
makes it possible to copy a recording from  
the SDHC/SD Memory Card to a DVD disc with  
one-touch ease and convenience.  
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Functions that Give You More Shooting Flexibility  
SD5 / SX5*  
SD5 / SX5  
Sharp, crisp LCD images under all conditions  
Images are recorded even before you begin shooting  
Wide Viewing Angle and  
Power LCD Extra  
Pre-Rec Function  
This clever new function records three seconds  
of images even before you actually begin  
The new LCD has a highly detailed, 300,000-pixel display, which  
shooting. The images are held temporarily in the camcorder's internal  
memory, before recording onto the SDHC/SD Memory Card 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  
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places it in the top class of the industry, 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.  
the instant of the dolphin's jump until it disappears again into the sea.  
* Effective in card recording mode.  
Without Pre-Rec.  
REC  
The starting scene  
is missing.  
Power LCD Extra lets you adjust the LCD brightness in two steps  
by simply pressing the Power LCD button. Plus 1 mode increases  
brightness by 80% for easy outdoor viewing, and Plus 2 mode  
emphasises contrast when shooting in strong sunlight conditions  
such as when skiing or at the beach.  
3 seconds prior  
time  
REC Button On!  
REC  
With Pre-Rec.  
REC  
Power LCD Extra Off  
Power LCD Extra +1 mode  
Power LCD Extra +2 mode  
Starts backing up in the internal memory  
SD5 / SX5  
SD5  
Just push a button and you're ready to shoot  
Prevents wash-out to provide more natural contrast  
One-Push LCD Open  
Push a button next to the mode dial, and the LCD opens and the  
camcorder is ready to shoot. This easy operation makes it possible  
to shoot with one hand for active shooting fun.  
Intelligent Contrast Control  
By detecting the intensity of the ambient  
light and adjusting the exposure accordingly,  
Intelligent Contrast Control prevents blown highlights and blocked  
shadows. This helps render natural-looking, highly nuanced images  
with proper contrast. Even when you're shooting directly toward the  
light source – a very challenging situation in photography – Intelligent  
Contrast Control lets you capture clear images with enhanced depth.  
Push the button!  
Without Intelligent Contrast Control  
With Intelligent Contrast Control  
Blocked shadows (no distinguishable features)  
Visible  
OPEN!  
LCD Open Button  
SX5  
Recording formats to match your playback equipment  
Visible  
Visible  
The girl facing the sun is fine, but the  
woman under the parasol is shadowes -  
you can't see anything there.  
The contrast looks natural. The woman under  
the parasol has been brightened without  
making the background appear washed out.  
Selectable Recording Formats  
When recording onto a DVD disc, the SX5  
lets you record in either full-HD or standard  
definition. The mode dial makes it easy to  
choose the recording format that matches  
your playback equipment. When playing back  
with a DVD player or recorder, select standard  
No more missed shooting opportunities!  
SD5 / SX5*1  
1.7-sec Quick Start  
In Quick Start mode*2, the camcorder is ready to record just 1.7 seconds after the  
LCD is opened. You're always ready to capture the moment, even when the  
Mode dial  
definition. When viewing on an HDTV or using a  
Blu-ray Disc player, choose full-HD.  
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*2  
This mode can be selected from the menu.  
Effective in card recording mode.  
unexpected occurs.  
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View Images in Beautiful Full-HD, and Archive Your Recordings  
Easily  
*Only the TH-65PZ700A and TH-58PZ700A are compatible with AVCHD through the Card Slot.  
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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES  
P OW E R  
Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack*1  
AC Adaptor  
(For SX5)  
(For SD5)  
7.2 V/2640 mAh  
VW-VBG260-K  
7.2 V/1320 mAh  
VW-VBG130-K  
VW-AD21-K  
Battery Life (in HG mode recording)  
Battery Pack Voltage/Capacity Charging Time  
Continuous Recording Time  
Actual Recording Time  
VW-VBG130-K  
7.2 V / 1320 mAh  
2 h 20 min  
1 h 30 min  
55 min  
HDC-SD5  
When using  
When using  
When using  
When using  
HDC-SX5  
the viewfinder  
the LCD monitor  
the viewfinder  
the LCD monitor  
Using a DVD-RAM disc  
2 h 00 min  
1 h 55 min  
50 min  
50 min  
VW-VBG260-K  
7.2 V / 2640 mAh  
4 h 00 min  
When using  
the viewfinder  
2 h 55 min  
When using  
the LCD monitor  
2 h 40 min  
When using  
the viewfinder  
1 h 45 min  
When using  
the LCD monitor  
1 h 40 min  
HDC-SX5  
Using an  
SD Memory Card  
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.  
S H O OT I N G  
Filter Kit  
Tele Conversion Lens  
Wide Conversion Lens  
Shooting under strong light and lens protection  
VW-LF37W  
VW-T3714H  
VW-W3707H  
Shoe Adaptor  
Video DC Light  
Foldable design & compact size  
Video shooting in the dark  
VW-SK12-K  
VW-LDC102-S  
DATA T R A N S F E R R I N G  
SDHC/SD Memory Card*2  
DVD Burner  
(For SD5)  
8GB RP-SDV08G  
4GB RP-SDV04G  
RP-SDM04GB  
2GB RP-SDV02G  
RP-SDM02GB  
1GB RP-SDV01G  
RP-SDR01G  
VW-BN1  
HDMI Cable  
DVD Disc  
RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m)  
RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m)  
RP-CDHG50 (5.0 m)  
RP-CDHG70 (7.0 m)  
RP-CDHG100 (10 m)  
DVD-RAM  
LM-AF30E/  
DVD-RW  
DVD-R  
DVD-R-DL  
LM-RF55LE  
LM-RW30E/LM-RW60E LM-RF30E/LM-RF60E  
LM-AF60E  
*1 • The VW-VBG130-K and VW-VBG260-K come with a function to check whether the battery and unit can be safely used together.  
• Batteries made by other companies which have been certified by Panasonic may be used with these units, but we offer no guarantee as to the quality, performance or safety of such batteries.  
• Exercise care when purchasing batteries. Many fake or imitation batteries have been found among those sold at unusually low prices and those which customers cannot check for themselves before purchasing.  
• Please confirm the latest information about batteries on the following website. http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs/info/battery.html  
*2 • An SDHC/SD Memory Card utilises a portion of the storage space for formatting and other purposes. •Usable capacity will be less.  
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FEATURE COMPARISON  
Motion-Image Recording Times (approx.)  
HDC-SD5  
HDC-SX5  
HDC-SD5/SX5  
High-Quality Pictures  
Capacity  
SDHC Memory Card  
SD Memory Card  
1GB*  
8 cm DVD Disc  
(-R,-RW,-RAM),  
SDHC/SD Memory Card  
Media  
SDHC/SD Memory Card  
AVCHD  
8GB*  
4GB*  
40 min  
60 min  
90 min  
2GB*  
20 min  
30 min  
45 min  
512MB*  
5 min  
Mode  
HG (13 Mbps)  
HN (9 Mbps)  
HE (6 Mbps)  
80 min  
120 min  
180 min  
10 min  
AVCHD (High-definition)  
Recording Fomat  
15 min  
7 min  
DVD-VIDEO (Standard-definition)  
22 min  
10 min  
Full-HD Recording  
1920 x 1080  
1920 x 1080  
*Usable capacity will be less.  
•These figures vary depending on the pictures being recorded.  
3CCD Camera System  
Advanced O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabiliser)  
Leica Dicomar Lens  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
HDC-SX5  
DVD-RAM  
DVD-RW  
DVD-R DL  
DVD-R  
Yes  
Yes  
(dual-sided) (dual-sided) (dual-layer) (single-sided)  
Mode  
Image Processing LSI  
Optical Zoom  
HG (13 Mbps)  
HN (9 Mbps)  
HE (6 Mbps)  
XP (10 Mbps)  
SP (5 Mbps)  
LP (2.5 Mbps)  
28 min  
42 min  
62 min  
36 min  
74 min  
150 min  
28 min  
42 min  
62 min  
36 min  
74 min  
150 min  
26 min  
40 min  
60 min  
35 min  
69 min  
138 min  
14 min  
21 min  
31 min  
18 min  
37 min  
74 min  
HD Crystal Engine  
10x  
HD Crystal Engine  
10x  
High-  
Definition  
Still Picture Recording  
2.1 Megapixels  
Yes (2.1 Megapixels)  
2.1 Megapixels  
Yes (2.1 Megapixels)  
Simultaneous Motion Video &  
Still Picture Recording  
Standard-  
Definition  
Ease and Versatility  
LCD  
2.7" wide, 300k pixels  
Yes  
2.7"wide, 300k pixels  
Yes  
Power LCD Extra  
Number of Recordable Still Images (approx.)  
HDC-SD5/SX5  
170 degrees  
(vertically and horizontally)  
170 degrees  
(vertically and horizontally)  
Wide Viewing Angle LCD  
One-Push LCD Open  
1.7-sec Quick Start  
Capacity  
SDHC Memory Card  
SD Memory Card  
Image  
Yes  
Yes  
-
8GB*  
4GB*  
3290  
2GB*  
1670  
2630  
1GB*  
820  
512MB*  
410  
Quality  
Yes  
6690  
1920 x 1080  
pixels [16:9]  
2.1 Mega  
(Effective in card  
recording mode)  
10520  
5160  
1290  
640  
Pre-Rec Function  
Intelligent Contrast Control  
One-Touch Navigation  
Help Mode  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Auto  
-
Yes  
Yes  
High Picture Quality  
Normal Picture Quality  
• These figures vary depending on the subject being photographed.  
*Usable capacity will be less.  
*We recommend using a DVD disc made by Panasonic for motion-image recording.  
*We recommend using SD Memory Cards and SDHC Memory cards conforming to  
Yes  
class 2 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating or the following SD Memory Cards made by  
Panasonic for motion picture recording.  
Yes  
*Please confirm the latest information about DVD discs and SD/SDHC Memory Cards that  
can be used for motion-image recording, on the following website.  
Direct Mode Dial  
Yes  
Built-in Flash  
Yes  
Colour Night View  
Soft Skin Mode  
Yes  
System Requirements  
Yes  
HDC-SD5/SX5  
Tele Macro  
Yes  
HD Writer 2.0E (For SD5/SX5)  
Card Reader Function (Mass Storage)  
AGS (Anti-Ground Shooting)  
Lens Cover  
Yes  
Interface  
OS  
USB port (Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0))  
USB port  
Windows® 2000 SP4  
Windows® XP SP2  
Windows Vista™ Home Basic/  
Home Premium/Ultimate  
Windows® 2000 SP4  
Windows® XP SP2  
Windows Vista™  
Auto  
Yes (Hot)  
Yes  
Accessory Shoe  
Focus Assist  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Intel® Pentium® III 1.0 GHz or higher Windows® 2000 / Windows® XP:  
Intel® Pentium® III 450 MH Hz or higher  
<When using playback function and  
Composition Guide Lines  
Thumbnail View  
Yes  
or Intel® Celeron® 400 MHz or higher  
MPEG2 conversion function>  
CPU  
Windows Vista™ : 32-bit (x86) processor,  
Intel® Core™2 Duo 1.86 GHz or higher,  
Yes  
1 GHz or higher  
Intel® Pentium®D 3.0 GHz or higher  
recommended.  
Networking  
•Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some  
personal computers can not be used. •This software is not compatible with Microsoft Windows 3.1,  
Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me and Windows NT. •The supplied CD-ROM is available for  
Windows only. •Operation on an upgraded OS is not guaranteed. •When 2 or more USB devices are  
connected to a PC, or when devices are connected through USB hubs or by using extension cables,  
proper operation is not guaranteed. •Operation on an OS other than the one pre-installed is not  
guaranteed. •This software does not support the multi-boot environments. •Operation is not  
guaranteed on Microsoft Windows Vista Business/Enterprise,Windows XP Media Center Edition, Tablet  
PC Edition and not compatible with 64 bit operation systems. •Available with administrator account  
in Windows 2000 and Windows XP •Available with administrator account or standard account in  
WindowsVista (Installation and uninstallation of the software requires an administrator account.)  
•Microsoft and Windows and WindowsVista™ are either registered trademarks or trademarks of  
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. •Intel®, CoreTM and Pentium  
® are registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States and the other  
countries. •Other names of systems and products mentioned in these instructions are generally the  
registered trademarks or trademarks of the manufacturers who developed the system or product  
concerned.  
Disc Copy Function  
USB Host Function  
Hi-Speed USB (USB2.0)  
SDHC/SD Memory Card Compatible  
PictBridge Compatible  
Yes*1  
Yes  
Yes*2  
-
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
*1 When using a DVD burner (VW-BN1), data from an SD Memory Card can be copied to a 12-cm DVD disc.  
*2 Data from an SD Memory Card can be copied to an 8-cm DVD disc entirely within the SX5 itself.  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
HDC-SD5  
HDC-SX5  
Included!  
10x Optical Zoom  
10x Optical Zoom  
HDC-SD5 / SX5  
GENERAL  
Power Supply  
CARD SECTION  
Card Slot  
DC 7.2/9.3 V  
SDHC / SD  
Power Consumption  
Weight (w/o Battery)  
Dimensions (W x H x D)  
SD5: 6.7 W SX5: 10.2 W  
SD5: 340 g SX5: 540 g  
Still Picture  
DPOF  
JPEG Picture size: 1920x1080 [16:9] 2.1 Megapixels  
Max 999 stills  
Yes  
SD5: 65 x 67 x 135 mm SX5: 83.5 x 93.5 x 151.5 mm  
PictBridge  
SD5: AVCHD (Motion Image) / JPEG (Still Image)  
SX5: HD*: AVCHD / STD*: DVD Video Recording,  
DVD Video (Motion Image) / JPEG (Still Image)  
RECORDING SECTION  
Recording Formats  
SD5: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264  
SX5: HD*: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, STD*: MPEG-2  
Video Compression  
LENS SECTION  
Image Sensor  
SD5: HG (13 Mbps / CBR), HN (9 Mbps / VBR), HE (6 Mbps / VBR)  
SX5: HD*: HG (13 Mbps / CBR), HN (9 Mbps / VBR), HE (6 Mbps / VBR)  
STD*: XP (10 Mbps / VBR), SP (5 Mbps / VBR), LP (2.5 Mbps / VBR)  
1/6"CCD x 3 Total pixels: 560 k x 3  
Effective pixels: 520k x 3 [16:9] (Motion Image Still Image)  
Recording Modes  
/
F Value  
F1.8 (WIDE) / F2.8 (TELE)  
10x Variable Speed Zoom  
3.0—30.0 mm  
SD5: HG (13 Mbps / CBR), HN (9 Mbps / VBR), HE (6 Mbps / VBR)  
SX5: HD*: HG (13 Mbps / CBR), HN (9 Mbps / VBR), HE (6 Mbps / VBR)  
STD*: XP (10 Mbps / VBR), SP (5 Mbps / VBR), LP (2.5 Mbps / VBR)  
Optical Zoom  
Focal Length  
Filter Diameter  
Playback Modes  
37 mm  
Audio Recording System  
Dolby Digital (Dolby AC3) / 2-channel  
35mm Film Camera Equivalent 42.9—429 mm [16:9](Motion Image Still Image)  
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INTERFACES  
AV  
Lens Brand  
Leica Dicomar  
Out  
CAMERA SECTION  
Minimum Illumination  
Focus  
SD5: Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)(mini AB)  
SX5: Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)(mini B)  
USB  
5 Lux (1/25 Low Light Mode), 1 Lux (Colour Night View Mode)  
AF / Manual  
HDMI  
Yes  
White Balance  
Auto / Indoor / Outdoor / White Set (with IR Sensor)  
Video Component  
Accessory Shoe  
Yes  
1/25—1/8000 sec (Motion Image),  
1/25—1/8000 sec (Still Image)(Progressive 1/25—1/500)  
SD5: SX5: Yes (Hot)  
Shutter Speed  
STANDARD ACCESSORIES  
AC Adaptor  
Iris  
Auto / Manual  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Backlight Compensation  
Electronic View Finder  
Monitor  
Yes  
AC Cable  
SD5: SX5: 0.44" Wide EVF  
2.7" Wide LCD (300 k pixels)  
2-ch Stereo, Zoom Microphone  
DC Cable  
SD5: Rechargeable Lithium-Ion (7.2 V/1320 mAh)  
SX5: Rechargeable Lithium-Ion (7.2 V/2640 mAh)  
Battery Pack  
Microphone  
Video Component Cable  
AV Cable  
Yes  
English / Chinise (Traditional) / Russian  
Arabic / Persian / Thai / Hindi  
On-Screen Display  
Language  
Yes  
Image Stabiliser  
Digital Zoom  
Flash  
Advanced O.I.S.  
IR Remote  
Yes  
25x—700x  
PC Cable  
Yes  
1 m—2.5 m (approx.)  
SD Memory Card  
Editing software  
SD5: 4GB SX5: —  
HD Writer 2.0E  
Quick Start  
SD5: 1.7-sec SX5: 1.7-sec (effective in the card recording mode)  
DISC SECTION (SX5)  
Applicable Discs  
8 cm DVD-RAM Ver.2.1 / 8 cm DVD-R for General Ver.2.0 /  
8 cm DVD-RW Ver.1.1 2x-speed(2x/1x) / DVD-R for DL Ver.3.0  
*HD: High-Definition/STD: Standard-Definition •The remaining battery capacity is displayed  
in minutes when using the applicable Panasonic battery. •When using batteries made by  
other companies the remaining battery capacity will not be shown. •We cannot accept any  
liability whatsoever for damages to the unit or accidents caused by non-genuine Panasonic  
batteries (including those that have been certified by Panasonic).  
Cue/Review  
Skip  
Forward / Reverse  
Forward / Reverse  
• AVCHD is a new standard for recording HD signals onto memory cards, DVD discs, and hard disks. It uses the H.264 standard to achieve  
more than twice the compression of conventional MPEG2 and MPEG4 standards.  
• AVCHD motion images recorded onto an SD Memory Card or a DVD disc cannot be played from a device that does not support the AVCHD standard.  
• Do not insert a disc containing AVCHD-recorded images into a device that does not support the AVCHD standard. The disc cannot be played on such  
a device, and it may not be possible to remove the disc once inserted.  
•Weight and dimensions shown are approximate. •Design, functions, and specifications are subject to change without notice. •All monitor and TV pictures are simulated. •Some accessories  
are not available in some countries. •1GB=1 billion bytes. Usable capacity will be less. •You are not allowed to reproduce (copy), or transfer to a network, any part of the software applications  
supplied with this product for commercial purposes without written authorisation. •Panasonic will in no way be liable for any damages sustained directly or indirectly from the use of this  
product or from any trouble occurring therein. •Panasonic will also in no way be liable for any losses of data caused by this product. •The SDHC logo is a trademark. •The SD logo is a  
trademark. • Microsoft®, Windows® and DirectX® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.•Leica is a registered  
trademark of Leica Microsystems IR GmbH. •Dicomar is a registered trademark of Leica Camera AG. •Microsoft product screen shot(s) reprinted with permission from Microsoft Corporation.  
•Other names of systems and products mentioned in this brochure are generally the registered trademarks or trademarks of the manufacturers who developed the system or product  
concerned. •Microsoft®, Windows®, and NetMeeting® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation of the U.S.A. •All other company and product names are trademarks of their  
respective corporations.  
Specifications are subject to change without notice. While every effort has been made to represent product colours accurately, slight variation may occur due to the printing process. TV pictures are simulated in an effort to explain product features.  

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