Sony Bloggie Touch (MHS-TS20)

A ‘TOUCH’ IS ALL IT TAKES: SONY UNVEILS NEW BLOGGIE CAMERA

Device Allows Easy Sharing of HD Video and Photos via Social Networks

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 1, 2010 – Making its worldwide debut today, Sony’s new Bloggie™ Touch enhances the pocket video camera category by making it even easier to preserve and upload life’s spontaneous moments.

The Bloggie Touch (MHS-TS20 and MHS-TS10) captures full 1920x1080p high definition MP4 video and 12.8-megapixel photos on 8GB or 4GB of embedded memory, respectively, offering approximately four hours of HD movie recording. Its sleek, stylish body sports a three-inch diagonal capacitive touch screen enabling intuitive operation as well as attractive shooting and playback options.

“The new Bloggie Touch addresses the growing need for premium video products with advanced technology in a desirable package at a competitive price point,” said Andy Bubala, director of Sony’s camcorder business. “We started from the ground up to develop a new system of hardware, software and seamless integration with social network services for an easy, intuitive shooting and sharing experience that anyone can enjoy.”

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Panasonic HM-TA1 Pocket Camcorder

PANASONIC INTRODUCES ITS FIRST HD POCKET-SIZED MOBILE VIDEO CAMERA – THAT CAN ALSO DOUBLE AS A WEB CAM WHEN CONNECTED TO A COMPUTER

Compact Panasonic HM-TA1 ideal for on-the-go and at home HD video shooting

MISSISSAUGA, ON (July 28, 2010) – Panasonic Canada Inc. today introduced the new HM-TA1 pocket-sized camcorder, a Full High Definition (HD), 1920 x 1080 pixels-capable mobile video camera that’s ideal for on-the-move recording. With an easy-to-use design offering intuitive operation, the TA1 features an integrated USB terminal and software that allows for easy PC connection and video uploading to online sharing sites like YouTube™ and Facebook®. The TA1 also supports the Apple© iFrame video format (960 x 540/30p), which is optimal for Mac® users to import quickly and maintain small file sizes. When using iMovie®, the iFrame video data in the video camera is the same format as the one that is used to edit.

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Panasonic HM-TA1 Pocket Camcorder

PANASONIC INTRODUCES COMPANY’S FIRST HIGH DEFINITION POCKET-SIZED MOBILE VIDEO CAMERA THAT CAN DOUBLE AS A WEB CAM WHEN CONNECTED TO COMPUTER

Compact Panasonic HM-TA1 is the Ideal Video Camera for On-the-Go HD Video Shooting; Plus Software Allows Seamless Transition for Use as a Web Camera

SECAUCUS, NJ (July 27, 2010) – Panasonic today introduced the Panasonic HM-TA1, a new Full High Definition (HD), 1920 x 1080 pixels-capable mobile video camera with pocket-sized dimensions for ultimate portability and ideal for on-the-go shooting opportunities. With an easy-to-use design intended for intuitive operation, the TA1 features an integrated USB terminal and software that allows for easy PC connection and uploading videos to online sharing sites such as YouTube™ and Facebook®. The TA1 also supports the Apple© iFrame video format (960 x 540/30p), which is optimal for Mac® users to import quickly and maintain small file sizes. When using iMovie®, the iFrame video data in the video camera is the same format as the one that is used to edit.

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Kodak Zi8 Pocket Video Camera

“Incredibly easy to use.”

Steve’s Digicams has published their review of the Kodak Zi8 HD Pocket Video Camera [QuickPrice Check], with 1.6MP (1 / 4.5-in. CMOS), 6.3 mm, f/2.8, fixed focus [35 mm equivalent: 61 mm (1080p), 46 mm (720p/60 fps, 720p, WVGA), 42 mm (still)], 2.5 in. LCD, 4x digital zoom.

[ Read the Kodak Zi8 Review at: Steve's Digicams ]

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• Kodak Zi8 Technical Specifications