Hands-on Review of the World's First 3D Consumer Camcorder: The Panasonic HDC-SDT750

Introduction

3D video recording has found its way into the consumer camcorder market with the arrival of the Panasonic HDC-SDT750, and we here at CamcorderInfo got our hands on this hot new item for just enough time to deliver this first impressions review to you all. As a whole, the camcorder isn't much different than the HDC-TM700, except that it ships with an attachable 3D conversion lens, has an updated OIS, and features improved noise reduction—all for just $1399 (including the 3D conversion lens).

Note: The photos in this review are of the Japanese model HDC-TM750, which currently has no US release date. The TM750 is identical to the HDC-SDT750 except that it includes some built-in flash memory. The card-only HDC-SDT750 will be released globally and is slated to go on sale in the US in October.

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Sharp to launch glasses-free 3D smartphone with 3D camera globally this year

By Ross Miller posted Aug 4th 2010 1:03AM

Can't say we didn't see this coming. After wooing us with a number of glasses-free 3D displays -- including the one that gives Nintendo 3DS its magic -- and 3D HD cameras for mobile devices, the company has finally laid down the gauntlet. It's promising to release a smartphone with such an autostereoscopic screen and 3D camera, just like we always wanted, before New Year's Day 2011. It certainly wouldn't be the first 3D phone in the market -- Hitachi touted one early last year for Japanese carrier KDDI, and NTT docomo has had a prototype 3D display -- but a Sharp spokeswoman said that this 3D smartphone would be going international. The more the merrier, we say. Now, how about some more details and a pretty picture or two, eh Sharp?

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3D Vision hack uses active shutter glasses to display 3D content in 2D (video)

By Joseph L. Flatley posted Aug 2nd 2010 3:18PM

Stereoscopic display sharing -- or using one monitor to show two separate programs simultaneously -- has piqued quite a few people's interest lately. Both Microsoft and Sony have been developing ways to do this, and now there is a post on the 3D Vision Blog outlining how to modify your NVIDIA 3D Vision glasses to accept either the left or right image from a 3D display. You'll be opening the glasses up (careful!), soldering things like shutters and IR receivers, bridging this and that, but by the time you're done you'll be able to watch TV in the way that nature intended, beautiful, glorious 2D! (You can see it in action after the break.) Now, if only we could figure out how to watch color TV programs in black and white...

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Digital Signage Blogs – Reviewed

Posted by Richard Williams on July 26th, 2010

The digital signage and outdoor advertising industry is still a relatively new sector and even the professionals and experts require a constant stream of information and news to keep abreast of the latest developments.

There are hundreds of websites, blogs and news sites dedicated to digital advertising, outdoor digital signage and the use of digital out of home advertising. However, finding the most useful locations for relevant up-to-date information can be extremely difficult with so many different sites.

Here are some of the most useful resources for finding information on digital signage and out of home advertising:

Wirespring’s blog

Bill Gerba’s blog for WireSpring is one of the best and most read digital signage information pages. Whilst strictly a commercial blog, Bill and his team of independent experts provide a non-biased view of the digital signage world; featuring tips and analysis it is always worth bookmarking and Bill writes with an enthusiasm and passion for the subject which always makes it a pleasurable read.

Digitalsignage.com

With perhaps the most sought after URL in the digital signage world, digitalsignage.com at least provides a useful resource on their commercial site. The blog is a mix of relevant news items and comment and is always worth a weekly visit.

Daily Dooh

An independent blog put together by a dedicated team of industry analysts, journalists and researchers. Daily Dooh lets itself down on occasion with the odd cynical snipe at industry operators. However, there is plenty of good comment and industry news to warrant it being on your bookmark list.

Digital Signage Today

One of the most detailed news sites with reams of news, features, information and whitepapers from all corners of the industry. If its going on it will be somewhere on the pages of Digital Signage Today.

Display Alliance

The new kid on the block but Display Alliance is already packed with news, comment and the latest research. Not just confined to digital signage but with all aspects of the AV industry, Display Alliance is promising to be a hot resource for all things screen related.

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DXG-5D7V, 'the only 3D video camcorder,' now available for preorder

By Sean Hollister posted Aug 1st 2010 8:08AM

Panasonic may have the first 3D camcorder we'd actually ever consider purchasing, but technically speaking DXG has been sitting on the stereoscopic gold mine for months. This past week, the budget camera company's 3D View pistol cam got real, in a Hammacher-Schlemmer package that'll set you back $600. That outlay buys you not only the twin-lens VGA shooter you see above, but also a companion 7-inch, 800 x 480 3D media player, both of which are outfitted with glasses-free parallax barrier LCD screens. It's not a terrible deal considering thealternatives on offer, but we're not down with the $200 luxury tax Hammacher and company tacked on top, and we're a little unwary about the way that ram is staring at us. Cameras are expected to ship August 6th.

DXG RELEASES WORLD'S FIRST 3D POCKET CAMCORDER AND 3D MEDIA PLAYER

DXG 3D Consumer Camcorder and 3D Media Player Bundle Creates All-in-One Filming and Playback of 3D Video and Pictures with No Glasses Required

CITY OF INDUSTRY, CALIF. – July 27, 2010 – With blockbuster hits like James Cameron's Avatar opening consumers eyes to an entirely new world of 3D entertainment, it's no surprise that demand for 3D technology and content is on the rise, with 3DTV sales expected to grow 142% between 2010 and 2011.* Arming consumers with the ability to now create their own 3D content, DXG (www.dxgusa.com) today launched the DXG 3D pocket camcorder and 3D 7-inch media player bundle, allowing for easy filming and playback of 3D video and pictures with no glasses required. The 3D camcorder and media player bundle is available now for pre-sale at www.hammacher.com for $599.99.

Bring Your Videos and Pictures to Life in Full 3D

For the first time ever, you will be able to create home movies in 3D and relive each moment in lifelike detail thanks to the new DXG 3D pocket camcorder and media player. With the camcorder's compact pistol-grip design and flexible playback options, you can instantly view, record and playback 3D video or photos directly on the 3.2-inch LCD camcorder display, on the included 3D 7-inch media player, or directly on your 3DTV. Supporting up to 16GB high-capacity SD cards, you can record hours of summertime fun in 3D and take 3D 5-megapixel still images, as well as capture 2D video and pictures.

Enjoying your newly created 3D memories is a cinch with the included DXG 3D media player. Boasting a vivid 7-inch LCD display, glasses are not required to see your video and photos pop out and come to life in full 3D on the player. Convenient touch screen keys and remote control of the media player not only allow you to view your 3D and 2D video and photo masterpieces with ease, but also let you control the built-in MP3 music player, alarm clock and calendar. Also included in the package are HDMI and AV cables for easy playback of your summertime shenanigans directly on your 3DTV.

"DXG is excited to be at the forefront of the 3D digital content revolution and release a product that allows people to easily create their own 3D masterpieces," said Paul Goldberg, senior vice president of sales and marketing at DXG USA. "We specifically designed our 3D camcorder and media player bundle with the consumer in mind to create an all-in-one, fun and easy way to record and watch life's adventures in 3D."

DXG-5D7V 3D Pocket Camcorder Specifications:

Availability: Pre-sale at www.hammacher.com; Shipment date of August 6, 2010
Price: 3D Camcorder & Media Player Bundle – $599.99
Dimensions: 1.63" (W) x 4.88" (H) x 2.93" (D)
LCD: 3.2-inch 3D TFT Display
Storage: 128MB Built-in Memory; Supports High-Capacity SD Cards up to 16GB
Video Resolution & Format: VGA Standard 3D Dual-Lens Technology; H.264 AVI File Format
Still Photo Resolution & Format: 5-megapixel; JPEG format
Power Supply: NP-60 Li-ion Battery
Zoom: 4X Digital Zoom (2D mode only)
Connections: HDMI interface and cable; USB/AV cable for connecting to the TV or to your PC or Mac
Software Included: 3D Video Conversion Software
Other Items Included in Package: 3D Media Player, Camcorder case, HDMI cable, USB/AV cable, NP-60 Li-ion battery, battery charger

DXG 3D Media Player Specifications:

Dimensions: 8.39" (W) x 5.41" (H) x 0.94" (D)
LCD: 7" Parallax-Barrier Auto-Stereoscopic (Glasses-Free) TFT Display
Resolution: 800×480
Display Effects: Normal, black and white, Sepia, Lens Distortion
Video Format & Resolution: MPEG4, AVI, 720×480p at 30fps
Audio & Image Format: MP3; JPEG
Control Format: Touchable Keys, Remote Control
Audio & Video Output: AVOUT, Earphone Stereoscopic Output
Storage: Supports SD/MMC
Power Supply: 5V DC, 2A
Output Interface: USB 2.0