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Since we reported that the Tegra 2-based LG Optimus 2X was slated to hit Korea and Europe this month, we’ve been dying to check out its 1080p video recording capability. Lucky for us, someone in Greece has uploaded a video to YouTube that was apparently recorded on the smartphone, and the results, well, decide for yourself. While we’re impressed by the video quality (digital zoom excepted) the subject matter leaves something to be desired: a shaky camera slowly pans a port full of docked fishing boats. Sure, we’d like to see some more action, but this sample still has us excited about getting our hands on our very own Optimus 2X. HD video after the jump.

Continue reading LG Optimus 2X 1080p video surfaces, captures a slow day at the docks

LG Optimus 2X 1080p video surfaces, captures a slow day at the docks originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 17 Jan 2011 13:49:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sony has announced a camera-mounted CLM-V55 LCD screen for videographers. The WVGA-resolution monitor clips into the hot-shoe and hooks into the camera via an HDMI port. While it is designed to complement Sony’s Alpha SLRs, it will work with HDMI-capable bodies from any manufacturer.

WVGA is 800 x 480 pixels, and these make up a 5-inch screen. On-screen markers show both 16:9 or 4:3 aspect ratios, and there are lots of aids for manual focussing. A “color peaking” function highlights the edges of any area that is in sharp focus, and you can also zoom in on the full HD image to check focus. You can also adjust pretty much anything, from color temperature to brightness.

The CLM-V55 also swivels, and can be mounted off-camera, making it handy for stills-shooter, too.

The monitor will be on sale in March, although a price has yet to be announced.

Clip-on LCD monitor from Sony for HD video shooting with Interchangeable Lens Digital cameras [Sony]

See Also:

• Sony's Hot Pro Camcorder Uses SLR-Lenses
• Sony NEX Camcorder Revealed: SLR Sensor in $2000 Package
• Sony's New Alpha SLRs Are Built to a Budget

When the Philips’ 56-inch 21:9 3D TV was released in Europe with no US ship date in sight, darkness fell over our home theater world. Then, Vizio announced its own 21:9 3D TV and we knew it was all going to be ok. They say when it rains it pours though, and now it’s looking like JVC will release its own 50-inch 21:9 full HD 3D TV in the US sometime in the third quarter of 2011. Other details are scarce, but JVC’s talkative CES booth attendant also mentioned the TV might be sold in varying sizes and might feature internet connectivity. The possibility of internet connectivity was also supported by a few screens teasing an integrated information bar, which appeared on the left-hand side of the screen without blocking HD content. Needless to say, we’ll be keeping a close eye on this TV as more news emerges, and in the meantime bide our time dreaming of the ultra-wide CinemaScope-style movies we could be viewing in late 2011. Oh and if you’re curious that’s JVC’s newly-announced TH-BC3 soundbar positioned right below it carrying a sweet paper iPhone 4.

JVC shows off prototype 50-inch 21:9 full HD 3D TV, says it could hit US later this year originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 07 Jan 2011 22:02:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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LTE is hardly available everywhere, but that’s not stopping Verizon from looking for novel ways to exploit all that lovely bandwidth, recently partnering with OnStar to do everything from streaming in-car security cameras to Skype video chatting from the highway. Now it’s Panasonic getting down with 4G, the two companies partnering to the Mobile High Definition Visual Communications System, basically a collection of remotely controlled cameras, microphones, and a display on each end that enables two distant sites to communicate wirelessly. The initial implementations here are primarily medical, like an ambulance calling ahead and giving doctors an idea of what’s inbound, or a patient being able to visit with a doctor remotely. However, we can see plenty of other potential applications going forward. Remote access to the CES show floor so that everyone can experience the insanity? Oh yeah.

Continue reading Panasonic and Verizon team up to Mobile HD Visual Communications System using LTE

Panasonic and Verizon team up to Mobile HD Visual Communications System using LTE originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 07 Jan 2011 18:01:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sony has announced the DSC-TX100V, DSC-TX10, DSC-HX7V, DSC-WX10 and DSC-WX9 16.2-megapixel Cyber-shot cameras here in Las Vegas, which are the world’s first compacts to include a 3D still capture feature using just one lens and imager. This is made possible via a special shooting mode that takes two consecutive shots in different focus positions that are then combined to produce a 3D effect. All also feature so-called Dual Rec technology borrowed from the Handycam line that enables users to capture three megapixel stills while recording video.

Outside of what they have in common, several of the models have a few noteworthy details. The DSC-WX10 is the only digital compact to support full 1920 x 1080/60p video capture. Speaking of firsts, the DSC-TX100V is the first Cyber-shot to to feature a 3.5-inch OLED touch screen. Less revolutionary (but still drool-worthy) is the DSC-HX7V’s ability to record the location and direction of a particular photos thanks to a built-in GPS and compass, while the DSC-TX10 is ruggedized to be waterproof, dustproof, shockproof and freeze-proof. All of these models will be available this March, and cost between $220 and $380. For more details be sure to check out the full PR after the jump.

Continue reading Sony reveals 3D capturing Cyber-shot cameras, includes world’s first compact capable of 1080/60p video

Sony reveals 3D capturing Cyber-shot cameras, includes world’s first compact capable of 1080/60p video originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 23:23:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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