Panasonic's VDR-D300 combines advanced image processing with the convenience of DVD recording. This cam shoots clear, colorful video to mini DVD discs, which you can play on just about any DVD player or computer DVD drive. Record your child's birthday party or a family gathering, and then easily review the festivities at the end of the day.
3 image sensors for vivid, lifelike video
Unlike most camcorders that use a single image sensor, this Panasonic
uses three — one for each primary red, green, and blue video color. The
result is movies that glow with the saturated colors of a blazing orange
and gold sunset or a cloudless, deep blue sky. And this cam's
sophisticated 10X Leica optical zoom lens ensures sharp, detailed
images, whether your subject is nearby or far away.
Helpful extras
The VDR-D300 sports other conveniences, too. Advanced optical image
stabilization reduces camera shake, keeping your footage looking smooth
and steady. A 16:9 wide mode lets you capture big, cinematic shots that
fill up the screen on a widescreen TV. The built-in zoom mic is a nice
touch — it automatically pinpoints the sound of your distant subject as
you zoom in visually, for clear, distraction-free audio.
Convenient controls
And you also get user-friendly operation. The thumb-operated joystick
controller lets you quickly navigate through all of the cam's basic
functions using just one hand. You'll enjoy trouble-free, fully
automatic shooting. And for greater creative control, the 'D300 also
includes a manual mode that allows you to adjust shutter speed,
aperture, and focus.
Capture detailed digital photos
When you'd rather record digital photos, just switch to photo mode and
snap away. Special Panasonic imaging technology gives you crisp,
detailed stills. Save your pictures to optional SD™ memory cards
and transfer them to your computer using the VDR-D300's high-speed USB
interface. PictBridge capability means you can connect this camcorder
directly to a compatible photo printer for printing your photos without a
computer.