Entries from February 2009 ↓
February 27th, 2009 — Camcorder
The name Canon has always meant photographic and broadcast television cameras with optical excellence, advanced image processing, superb performance, and the latest in technological advancements. Canon’s new High Definition video camcorders are no exception. Add to that our Canon Exclusives- Canon has long been a leader in bringing advanced features to its products, taking advantage of our superiority in optics and image processing. Thanks to a continuing effort to make better video easier to create and you’ll find a host of features only available in a Canon camcorder.
The stylish Canon HV20 gives you the ultimate in HD video and digital photo quality with advanced features for the knowledgeable and demanding videographer. Among the Canon Exclusive features on the HV20 are Canon’s own Full HD CMOS sensor and advanced DIGIC DV II image processor, ensuring meticulous detail and superior color reproduction. More exclusives are, SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization and Instant Auto Focus. With the Genuine Canon 10x HD video zoom lens and a host of other advanced features the HV20 is the right choice in High Definition camcorders. And, with its HD and Standard Definition recording modes, you can make the move to HD without making your SD equipment obsolete.
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February 23rd, 2009 — Camcorder
The Sony® HDR-FX1000 Handycam® camcorder delivers HD broadcast-quality moving images. With 24p Progressive Scan Mode, the HDR-FX1000’s high-quality film-like motion lets you realize brilliant scene reproduction. CinemaTone Gamma™ and CinemaTone Color™ provide the HDR-FX1000 with the color and gamma range to give your footage an even more film-like feel. Three 1/3″ ClearVid™ CMOS image sensors with Exmor™ derived technology capture sharp, detailed images even in lower-light (1.5 LUX) situations. The 29.5mm Wide-Angle to 590mm Telephoto G-Lens allows for wider angle shooting and brings the action closer (20x Optical). Three built-in neutral density filters and three manual rings provide even more flexibility.
* Film-like Progressive Scan 1080/24p, 30p, or 1080/60i
* CinemaTone Gamma™ and CinemaTone Color™
* 3x 1/3″ ClearVid™ CMOS Sensors w/ Exmor™ technology
* 3.2″ Xtra Fine LCD™ display (921k pixels)
* Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization
* x.v. Color™ technology for superior color reproduction
* 6x Picture Profiles (e.g., depth, sharpness, etc.)
February 9th, 2009 — LCD TV
Samsung UN55B7000 LCD TV
Samsung ultra-slim LED TVs combine breakthrough picture quality, eco-friendly design and advanced connectivity options that will keep you entertained 24/7. Including Internet® TV that allows you to receive content via Yahoo!® Flickr® and other online TV Widgets on screen. USB 2.0 Movie: Multi-Media Center makes it easy to watch movies, browse photos and listen to music on your TV. The Samsung UN55B7000 LED HDTV also makes it easy to be green with up to 40% less power consumption than conventional LCDs .
Picture Perfect
For images that are stunningly true to life you need the 3 Cs: contrast, color and clarity. Ultra-brilliant Samsung LED TVs have them all. Mega Contrast provides an incredible range of brightness - from pure blacks to pristine whites. Advanced Color Processing enables a wider range of natural colors and provides greater depth for a vibrant, captivating picture - even with subtle colors. Plus our Auto Motion Plus 120 Hz technology eliminates virtually all motion blur, leaving your picture smooth and crisp - and your jaw dropped.
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February 4th, 2009 — HDTV
Get Great Web Entertainment in your Living Room Without Ever Touching a PC
The Panasonic VIERA® HDTV PZ850 Series introduces an exciting new feature called VIERA Cast. VIERA Cast is a web menu that’s built into the television, letting you enjoy great online entertainment like YouTube videos and your digital photos on Picasa Web Albums, all with just a click of a button - - no PCs or external boxes are required. You can also get instant weather updates as well as the latest financial information from Bloomberg Television. Best of all, the VIERA Cast menu will self-update as soon as great new online content becomes available. Share the online entertainment fun with friends and family on a large screen HDTV!
Enjoy Theater-like images Without Having to go to a Movie Theater
With the VIERA® PZ850 Series, you’ll get everything you need for a top-notch movie experience at home. Superb motion-picture resolution, super deep contrast ratios, and Digital Cinema Color Technology all combine to provide an incredible viewing experience.
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