The Panasonic VW-BN2 is a new portable DVD writer that is designed to connect directly to your AVCHD camcorders/cameras via USB port. This DVD burner allows you to capture and save your recorded video files into a DVD without the need of a PC. The VW-BN2 portable DVD burner is able to burn DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW and DVD-RAM at up to 6X. In addition, the Panasonic VW-BN2 is also capable of DVD/CD playback and also supports output to HDTV/TV via a camcorder. The Panasonic VW-BN2 is scheduled to be available on December 25th, 2009. [Panasonic]
Sealux today unveiled an underwater housing for Panasonic camcorders. Dubbed as the Sealux HSD300, the case is usable at depths of up to 90 meters under water. With the application of the case, the Panasonic camcorders can still record videos in HDV and DV quality in the 16:9 or 4:3 formats and HD photos of up to 10.6 megapixels. Panasonic camcorders compatible with the Sealux HSD300 casing include the HDC-SD300 and HDC-HS300. The Panasonic Sealux underwater housings will be released in July 2010. The price ranges from $209.84 to $249.95, depending on the model. [Press Release]
Panasonic has released a new firmware update version 2.1 for its Lumix DMC-LX3 digital compact camera, which is basically the corrected version of the recently released firmware update version 2.0. The update “supports several new functions and improves various aspects of performance to elevate shooting convenience and fun.” You’ll be able to download it starting today via Panasonic’s official website. [PhotographyBlog]
Here’s the latest firmware update ‘version 2.0′ for Panasonic’s Lumix DMC-LX3 digital compact camera. The update will support several new functions like a new High Dynamic scene mode, and improve various performance factors including AF acceleration, better picture aspect ratio and improved AWB. The update is now available for download via Panasonic’s official website. [PhotographyBlog]
Panasonic has released a firmware update version 1.1 for its Lumix G Vario 45-200mm F4.0-5.6 OIS Micro Four Thirds lens. The update “enhances several aspects of the lens’s operation, including continuous autofocus while shooting stills, and autofocus and image stabilization performance in movie mode.” The update is now available for download via Panasonic’s official website. [dpreview]
Panasonic has added a powerful new model, the DMC-GF1, to its LUMIX G Micro System lineup of next-generation digital interchangeable lens system cameras. This LUMIX shooter has the ability to record 1,280 x 720 High Definition video in AVCHD Lite format, a special Movie Program Mode that allows consumers to adjust the depth-of-field while shooting in HD video, My Color mode for easy effects, a 3-inch intelligent LCD display with a wide viewing angle, Optical Image Stabilization, a quick 0.3 seconds LUMIX G H-FS014045 lens, and a choice of AF modes. The Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GF1 will be available in October 2009 for $899.95. [Press Release]
