by Eric on August 31, 2010
The Canon XF105 and XF100 are a pair of compact camcorders that capture HD video using Canon’s XF MPEG-2 F:2:2 50 Mbps codec. Essentially, these are the junior versions of the XF300 and XF305 camcorders. The new camcorders feature a 10x zoom lens covering a 35mm equivalent range of 30.4mm to 304mm and are assisted by Canon’s SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer. Additional features include a 3.5″ 920k-dot resolution LCD that is fully articulating, along with dual XLR inputs.
The XF105 and XF100 have in-camera features for capturing HD 3D video when paired together. Additionally, both cameras offer an infrared low-light capability for shooting in complete darkness at HD resolutions. The XF105 and XF100 record to CF cards. The XF105 offers HD-SDI output and genlock in/SMPTE time code (in/out) terminals.
No word on price yet (I would guesstimate in the $3500+ range), but the Canon XF105 and XF100 should be available in first quarter 2011.
More details and product images below. [click to continue…]
by Eric on August 16, 2010
DXG unveiled a version of this little 3D pocket camcorder a while back and has now announced availability of the DVX-5D7 in August 2010. [click to continue…]
The Panasonic HDC-SDT750 is a 3D camcorder that employs a 3D conversion lens in addition to a standard 2D lens capable of recording 1080p video in AVCHD format. When capturing 3D video, however, the SDT750 captures left and right images at 960 x 1080 resolution, which makes for a less-than-HD experience.
The SDT750 should be available in October 2010 at an initial retail price of $1399.
Full details in the press release below. [click to continue…]
Panasonic has been on a roll lately by spilling beans on the weekend before major product releases. This weekend’s victim was the Panasonic HDC-SDT750 3D camcorder, which is geared toward more toward consumers.
Supposed specs include 1080p AVCHD video at 60fps and image stabilization.
The official announcement is said to be later this week, so stay tuned for the full details once the camera is officially out the door.
[Engadget via Photo Rumors]
As if $2.7 BILLION in gross revenue isn’t enough already, James Cameron’s Avatar is returning to theaters on August 27, 2010 and is being billed as Avatar: Special Edition. [click to continue…]
Sony has dropped a bomb on the 3D TV market today with introduction of 3D Bravia HDTV’s, 3D Blu-ray players, home theater systems and audio components.
Sony will be packing 3D heat with PS3 games, Blu-ray media and 3D streaming content.
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With the help of SiBEAM, Asus is rocking a couple of new gaming notebooks that can connect wirelessly to your HD TV. The new G73Jw 17 inch and G53 15 inch are also said to have full 3D support and NVIDIA’s new generation mobile GPU platform. [click to continue…]
Sony is soon rolling out 3 new 3D capable home theater solutions on the HT-CT350, HT-CT150 3.1 channel sound bars and HT-SF470 5.1 channel home theater set. [click to continue…]
by Eric on February 18, 2010
Sony STR-DN1010
Sony’s new receivers cover the entry-level line up for home theater enthusiasts. The new models range from about $230 at the bottom end (STR-DH510) up to roughly $500 for the 3D-capable STR-DN1010.
The DN1010 features the HDMI 1.4 standard, which allows it to pass 3D info between other 3D-capable devices, like Blu-ray players and the new 3D TVs.
Sony STR-DN1010 Rear Inputs
The DH810, DH710 and DH510 should all be available in March 2010, while the DN1010 should be available in June 2010.
More details and images of the new receivers below. [click to continue…]
