April 3rd, 2008
Sony has introduced the HDR-TG1 Handycam, a midget-sized (dwarf, if you’ve seen In Bruges) high-definition video camera, weighing in at just ten ounces
Despite its tiny size, it is a full-featured camcorder that can record 1920 x 1080 HD video and 4-megapixel digital photos directly to Sony Memory Stick PRO Duo or PRO Duo Mark2 media cards. According to Sony, it’s the world’s smallest full HD camcorder
Face Detection
The HDR-TG1 also incorporates face detection technology for both video and still image. It can identify up to eight faces in the camcorder’s 2.7-inch touch panel LCD screen, and automatically adjust focus, exposure, color control for natural-looking skin tones, and when photos are taken, flash control.
The model also allocates more encoding bits to a detected face during the encoding process for the best possible picture when people are the subjects.
Audio is recorded in Dolby Digital 5.1-channel surround sound and features a built-in zoom microphone.
The HDR-TG1 camcorder will ship with supplied accessories in May for about $900.
The HDR-TG1, and similar camcorders, are really pushing down the entry level for HD, putting it into the range of most podcasters.
Can you imagine carrying your HD camera in your pocket?
If you liked my post, feel free to subscribe to my rss feeds
BlogoSquare