Panasonic SDR-S50 SDHC/SDXC* Card Digital Video Camera
        
NO LONGER AVAILABLE.
The Panasonic SDR-S50 is a standard definition camcorder that records DVD quality MPEG2 video and still photos to high capacity SDHC/SDXC* Memory Cards. Boasting a 33mm wide-angle lens – great for capturing groups of people or tight interior shots - with a powerful 78x advanced optical zoom for capturing distant subjects up close and personal, the H85 covers a wide range of shooting conditions. With such a long zoom, hand-shake is going to be an issue, which is where Panasonic’s Advanced Optical Image Stabilisation comes in ensuring you get clear, sharp shots at full zoom. It even has an Active Mode to compensate for movement when walking or playing with your children. RRP $399.
For ease-of-use the camera’s intelligent Auto function automatically activates convenient functions during shooting - this includes AF/AE Tracking, which optimizes the focus and exposure for a selected subject and even “locks” onto moving subjects. The iA function also includes Face Detection, Advanced O.I.S., Intelligent Contrast Control and Intelligent Scene Selector, producing outstanding results under virtually all shooting conditions.
* We recommend using class 2 or higher SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory cards for video recording.
SDHC Memory Cards and SDXC Memory Cards can be used only in equipment that is compatible with their respective formats. If the computer being used does not support SDXC Memory Cards, a message prompting you to format may appear. (Doing so will cause recorded images to be erased so do not choose to format.) If the card is not recognized, please refer to the below support site.
http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html
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What are the features and how will they benefit you? |
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SDHC / SDXC memory card recording –Record video or stills to readily-available high-capacity SDHC/SDXC* memory cards for complete flexibility and easy transfer of your video footage.
Advanced Optical Image Stabiliser – When hand-shake is detected while shooting, the Advanced O.I.S. system is automatically activated to compensate for blurring and produce beautiful recorded images. It even has an Active Mode to compensate for movement when walking or playing with your children.Because it is optical there is minimal loss of image quality.
AF/AE Tracking - optimises the focus and exposure for a selected subject to ensure beautiful results. After you "lock on" to a subject at the centre of the screen by pressing the AF/AE button, the camera follows it around, keeping it in sharp focus and properly exposed
Intelligent Auto – the camera automatically adjusts itself to shooting conditions to achieve optimal results so you don’t have to worry about fiddling with camera settings.
Intelligent Contrast - By detecting the intensity of the ambient light and adjusting the exposure accordingly, Intelligent Contrast Control prevents blown highlights and blocked shadows.
Intelligent Scene Selector - The shooting conditions are detected, and the optimal Scene Mode is automatically selected. Even if the subject should change, there's no need to manually redo the settings, so you can concentrate entirely on your shot
Long Recording Mode - uses the new high-compression technology of the H.264/ AVC format to compress data to a level that doubles the recording time while maintaining the same image quality as DVD-quality MPEG-2 format. It's ideal for recording onto small-capacity SD cards. It also increases PC compatibility, and makes it easier to upload videos onto video sharing sites like YouTube
Face Detection – detects human faces (up to 15) and automatically adjusts camera for optimal focus and exposure.
Wind Noise Canceller - automatically detects and suppresses only wind noise, to give you natural sounds with lifelike ambience.
Easy YouTube Mode – limits clips to 10 minutes (the maximum for YouTube) and when plugged in to PC the software automatically starts in upload mode. To upload, simply choose the image file you want and click the Upload button. Encoding is no longer a hassle, as the software does all the work for you.
Soft Skin Mode - When this function detects skin tones, it softens the focus in that area. This has a skin beautifying effect, which makes wrinkles and lines appear less noticeable.
Colour Night View - Leave the light off: Colour Night View gives you images with colour even in dim lighting (2 lx). Light from the LCD is gentle and easy on the eyes, so you can snap shots of sleeping children without waking them up.
Relay Recording mode - automatically switches from the built-in memory (once it's full) to the SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Card and continues recording. You don't have to worry about missing an important shot while switching media.
Pre-Rec Function - records three seconds of images even before you actually begin shooting. This helps ensure that you won't miss a moment.
Included VideoCam Suite Editing Software - make polished, smartly finished productions - lets you load images onto your PC for easy video editing. When you're finished with your video production, you can use VideoCam Suite to copy the edited version onto an SD Card, DVD disc or easily upload to YouTube. |
| What's in the box? |
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Panasonic SDR-S50 Digital Video Camera
AV Cable
USB Cable
AC Adapter
Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery
CD-ROM Software
Instruction Manual
12 Month Warranty from Panasonic Australia |
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Specifications
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GENERAL |
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Power Consumption |
Max. 2.9W (Recording) / Max. 7.7W (Charging) |
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Weight (w/o Battery) |
Approx. 212g |
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Dimensions (W x H x D) |
54.9 x 64 x 107.3 mm |
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Media |
SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card |
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OSD Language |
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LENS SECTION |
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Image Sensor |
1/8'' CCD
Total Pixels : 0.8 megapixels
Effective Pixels :
<Motion Image & Still Image>
0.41 megapixels (Tele) - 0.52 megapixels (Wide) [4:3]
0.38 megapixels (Tele) - 0.47megapixels (Wide) [16:9] |
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F Value |
F 1.9 (WIDE) / 5.7 (TELE) |
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Optical Zoom |
70x |
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Enhanced Optical Zoom |
78x |
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Digital Zoom |
100x / 3500x |
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Focal Length |
1.48 - 104 mm |
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35 mm Film Camera Equivalent |
<Enhanced Optical Zoom ON>
37.4-2625mm (4:3), 36.5-2571 mm (16:9)
<Enhanced Optical Zoom OFF>
33.5-2625mm (4:3), 32.8-2571mm (16:9) |
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Lens Brand |
Panasonic |
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CAMERA SECTION |
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Minimum Illumination |
5 lx (1/25 low light mode), 2 lx (Colour Night View mode) |
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Focus |
Auto / Manual |
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White Balance |
Auto / Indoor1 / Indoor2 / Sunny / Cloudy / White set |
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Shutter Speed |
<Motion Image & Still Image>
Auto Slow Shutter ON : 1/25-1/8000
Auto Slow Shutter OFF : 1/50-1/8000 |
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Iris |
Auto / Manual |
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Backlight Compensation |
Yes |
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Image Stabilizer |
Advanced O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) |
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Quick Start |
0.8-sec |
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MONITOR |
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LCD |
2.7" Wide LCD (123,200 pixels) |
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STILL IMAGE SECTION |
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Recording Format |
JPEG |
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Recording Image Size |
<Still Image>
0.3 megapixels (640 x 480) [4:3]
0.2 megapixels (640 x 360) [16:9]
<Simultaneous Recording>
0.3 megapixels (640 x 480) [4:3]
0.2 megapixels (640 x 360) [16:9]
<Creating Still Picture from Motion Picture>
0.3 megapixels (640 x 480) [4:3]
0.2 megapixels (640 x 360) [16:9] |
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DPOF |
Max. 999 stills |
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PictBridge |
Yes |
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RECORDING SECTION |
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Signal System |
525/50i |
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Recording Format |
MPEG1 AudioLayer2 |
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Recording / Playback Mode
(704 x 480) |
XP: 10 Mbps/VBR,
SP: 5 Mbps/VBR,
LP: 2.5 Mbps/VBR,
LXP: 5 Mbps/VBR,
LSP: 2.5 Mbps/VBR,
LSP: 1.25 Mbps/VBR |
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Audio Recording System |
MPEG1 AudioLayer 2 |
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Media Remaining Indication |
Yes |
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Microphone |
Stereo mic. / Zoom mic. |
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Speaker |
Dynamic Type |
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INTERFACES |
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AV |
Out |
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USB |
2.0 High Speed (mini AB) |
* Specifications subject to change by the manufacturer without notice
SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Card Compatibility for Motion Picture Recording
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Capacity |
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Gold |
Silver |
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SDXC Memory Card*1 |
64GB*3 |
RP-SDW64G *3
(Class 10, up to 22MB/sec *4*5) |
- |
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48GB*3 |
RP-SDW48G *3
(Class 10, up to 22MB/sec *4*5) |
- |
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SDHC Memory Card*2 |
32GB*3 |
RP-SDW32G
(Class 10, up to 22MB/sec *4*5) |
- |
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16GB*3 |
RP-SDW16G
(Class 10, up to 22MB/sec *4*5) |
RP-SDP16G
(Class 4, up to 20MB/sec *4*5) |
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12GB*3 |
- |
RP-SDP12G
(Class 4, up to 20MB/sec *4*5) |
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8GB*3 |
RP-SDW08G
(Class 10, up to 22MB/sec *4*5) |
RP-SDP08G
(Class 4, up to 20MB/sec *4*5) |
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4GB*3 |
RP-SDW04G
(Class 10, up to 22MB/sec *4*5) |
RP-SDP04G
(Class 4, up to 20MB/sec *4*5) |
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SD Memory Card |
2GB*3 |
RP-SDW02G *6
(Class 10, up to 22MB/sec *4*5) |
RP-SDP02G
(Class 4, up to 20MB/sec *4*5) |
• An SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Card utilises a portion of the storage space for formatting and other purposes.
• We recommend using SD Memory Cards and SDHC Memory cards conforming to class 4 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating or the following SD Memory Cards made by Panasonic for motion picture recording.
• Please confirm the latest information about SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Cards that can be used for motion picture recording on the following website.
Camcorder information (This website is in English only.)
*1 SDXC Memory Cards can only be used in SDXC host devices, which support the SDXC format.
*2 SDHC Memory Cards can only be used in SDXC and SDHC host devices, which support the SDHC/SDXC format.
*3 1GB means 1 billion bytes. Usable capacity will be less.
*4 The data transfer rate is a theoretical value and is anot a guarantee of performance. The transfer rate may vary depending on the conditions and equipment used.
*5 This card complies with SD Memory Card Physical Layer Specification Ver.3.0 (SDHC)/Ver.1.10 (SD). When using this card with SD-enabled products that comply with the specification, a speed performance of up to 20MB/sec. can be realized. When using it with SD-enabled products that comply with the conventional specification Ver. 1.01, the speed performance will be up to 10MB/sec.
*6 Available in North America.
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Motion Image Recording Time (Approx.) |
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Image Quality |
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XP
(10Mbps) |
SP
(5Mbps) |
LP
(5Mbps) |
LXP
(5Mbps) |
LSP
(2.5Mbps) |
LLP
(1.25Mbps) |
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SDXC/SDHC
Memory Card |
64GB* |
15 h |
30 h |
44 h 50 min |
22 h |
44 h 20 min |
89 h 40 min |
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48GB* |
11 h |
22 h 10 min |
30 h |
15 h |
30 h |
60 h |
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32GB* |
7 h 30 min |
15 h |
21 h |
10 h 30 min |
21 h |
42 h |
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16GB* |
3 h 30 min |
7 h |
14 h |
7 h |
14 h |
28 h |
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12GB* |
2 h 45 min |
5 h 30 min |
11 h |
5 h 30 min |
11h |
22 h |
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8GB* |
1 h 45 min |
3 h 30 min |
7 h |
3 h 30 min |
7 h |
14 h |
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6GB* |
1 h 15 min |
2 h 30 min |
5 h |
2 h 30 min |
5 h |
10 h |
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4GB* |
50 min |
1 h 40 min |
3 h 20 min |
1 h 40 min |
3 h 20 min |
6 h 40 min |
• These figures vary depending on the pictures being recorded.
• We recommend using SD Memory Cards and SDHC Memory cards conforming to class 4 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating or the following SD Memory Cards made by Panasonic for motion-image recording.
• Please confirm the latest information about SDHC/SD Memory Cards that can be used for motion-image recording, on the following website.
Camcorder Information (This website is in English only.)
* 1GB means 1 billion bytes. Usable capacity will be less.
Number of Recordable Still Pictures (Approx.)
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Image Quality |
SDXC/SDHC Memory Card |
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64GB* |
48GB* |
32GB* |
16GB* |
12GB* |
8GB* |
6GB* |
4GB* |
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640 x 480 pixels (16:9) 0.3M |
492000 |
364000 |
246000 |
122000 |
92000 |
60500 |
45000 |
30000 |
• These figure vary depending on the pictures being recorded.
• We recommend using SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory cards conforming to class 2 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating or the following SD Memory Cards made by Panasonic for motion-image recording.
• Please confirm the latest information about SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Cards that can be used for motion-image recording, on the following website.
Camcorder Information (This website is in English only.)
* 1GB means 1 billion bytes. Usable capacity will be less.
Battery Life (Approx.)
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Capacity |
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Continuous Recording Time |
Actual Recording Time |
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VW-VBK360 |
S50 |
SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Card |
6 h (All Mode) |
3 h 10 min (All Mode) |
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VW-VBK180 |
S50 |
SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Card |
2 h 55 min (All Mode) |
1h 30 min (All Mode) |
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VW-VBL90 |
S50 |
SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Card |
1 h 20 min (All Mode) |
40 min (All Mode) |
• 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.
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System Requirements |
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VideoCam Suite 3.0 |
iMovie '09 (not supplied) |
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Interface |
USB port (Hi-Speed USB(USB 2.0)recommended) |
USB port (Hi-Speed USB(USB 2.0)recommended) |
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OS |
Windows® XP(SP2/SP3),
Windows Vista® Home Basic(SP1/SP2),
Windows Vista® Home Premium(SP1/SP2),
Windows Vista® Business(SP1/SP2),
Windows Vista® Ultimate(SP1/SP2)
Windows® 7(Starter/Home Basic/Home Premium/
Professional/Ultimate) |
Mac OS X 10.5.8/10.6 |
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CPU |
Intel® Pentium® 4 2.0GHz or higher |
Intel-based Mac,
Power Mac G5 (dual 2.0GHz or higher),
or iMac G5 (1.9GHz or higher) |
• About VideoCam Suite 3.0
Operation is not guaranteed with 64 bit editions of Windows® XP and Windows Vista®. Operation is not guaranteed on Windows XP Media Center Edition, Tablet PC Edition, Windows Vista Enterprise or Windows 7 Enterprise.
• Microsoft®, Windows®, Windows Vista® and Windows® 7 are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
• iMovie and Mac are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
• Other names of systems and products mentioned in these instructions are usually the registered trademarks or trademarks of the manufacturers who developed the system or product concerned.
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