Leo just bought this camcorder.
Looks perfect to me. High definition and records to flash memory. Leo bought 4Gb SD cards.
Apple iLife ’08 supports the new AVCHD codec.
The HDC-SD5 uses the AVCHD format to record full-HD video with 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution. It employs Panasonic’s original 3CCD camera system, a professional broadcast feature, which renders vivid, true-to-life colors, outstanding detail and rich gradation. The SD5 also boasts Panasonic’s new Advanced O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer), minimizing the effect of hand shake. This technology helps produce crisp, clear images, which is especially important for viewing on large-screen high resolution TVs where image imperfections are easily visible.
The HDC-SD5, which records video onto SDHC/SD Memory Cards, debuts as the world’s smallest palm-style 3CCD full-HD camcorder.
Panasonic has another similar unit, but lighter, the HDC-SD7.
The main competitor is the Sony HDR-CX7 AVCHD, but it saves to “Memory Stick”. I prefer SD card.
If you have an opinion on Flash memory camcorders, leave a comment.
Rick McCharles 