Panasonic has announced three new digital cameras for its Lumix FS series. The 12MP FS12 comes with 4x (31-124mm equiv.) optical zoom and a 2.7-inch LCD with Intelligent Auto mode, Optical Image Stabilization and Face Detection. Meanwhile, the DMC-FS62 and FS42 feature 10MP sensors with 2.5-inch LCDs, 4x (33-132mm equiv.) zoom lenses and include features such as Intelligent ISO Control, Intelligent Scene Selector and Face Detection. All of these cameras will be released very soon so stay tuned for more updates. Read more
The DMP-BD60-K is Panasonic’s latest home Blu-Ray disk player. Supporting 1080/24p and 1080/60p video as well as ACVHD ones, our player also feature the x.v.Color, BD Live and VOD services like Youtube for example of video stored on your private network thanks to its DLNA compliance. [Akihabara]
If you are searching for an affordable DVR capable to record HD Video, then you can choose the Panasonic DMR-XE1 AVREC DVR. Priced at only €375 (50000Yen), the player supports DVD burner, a 160GB of HDD, AVREC mode, AAC 5.1ch audio capabilities and HDMI out. It is also able to record video in AVC/H.264 @ 12.9Mbps. [Akihabara]
Massage chairs are popular in Asia, although not everyone owns it. Panasonic is one of the leading Japanese companies that produce massage chairs. The company today released two new massage chairs in the form of the EP-MS40 and EP-MS10. Available in ten different colors, these chairs have been built to provide the best massage possible while still recognized as a chair. There is also a foot massage option, which is only available on the EP-MS40. See more pictures after the jump. Read more
Here is a new 1Seg Waterproof portable TV with AM/FM radio from Panasonic. Known as the SV-ME850V, the gadget supports WMA, MP3 and AAC Audio files directly from SD and SDHC cards, and is capable to record TV up to 11hours (on a 32GB SDHC Card). You can also use it as a digital photo frame. Other specs include an 11hours of battery life in TV Mode and a 5 inch QVGA display screen. [Akihabara]
Here are the superslim iPod docks from Panasonic Japan. Known as the SC-HC4 and SC-HC3, both gadgets have the same features except for the SC-HC3 that lacks a SD card slot. These docking stations offer AM/ FM radio, digital amplifier delivering 20Watts × 2 channels output, CD player and a SD card slot (HC4 only). The speakers are made of a high quality Bamboo fiber material to make it lightweight and produces deep sound. The Panasonic SC-HC4 will be available in silver, pink and black for 40,000 Yen ($450) and the Panasonic SC-HC3 will be available in silver for 35,000 Yen ($400). Both iPod docking stations will be released on April 18th, 2009. [Panasonic Japan via iPod and MP3 Players]
Panasonic comes back with a new LCD TV from its Viera LCD TV series. They are upgrade of many models including V10, G15, G10, X10, X15 and C10. Each of these LCDs is perfect for watching movies and playing video games. The VIERA Image Viewer feature allows you to insert an SD card into the slot to view photos and movies in different formats. [Daily Digitals]
Panasonic’s super slim 54Z1 plasma TV has been unveiled. What makes this thin plasma TV special is that its wireless HD receiver box that comes along with it. The plasma also comes with a remote which is an RF unit that is capable of non-line-of-sight channel changing. There is no further info about the pricing of this plasma TV. I am sure it will be expensive. [Engadget]
Panasonic has rolled out the world’s first dual deck VHS Blu-ray player called the DMP-BD70V. The device features multi-format playback allowing the user to play VHS, CD, DVD and 1080p high definition Blu-ray Discs. Not only that, all video formats will be given a 1080p up-conversion as well. The system also comes with a built-in SD memory card slot and USB 2.0 port, making it easy for you to view and share both digital still images and videos. Available starting in April for a retail price of $399.95. [Ubergizmo]
You can now watch high-definition movies on the go with the Panasonic Viera DMP-BV100. This portable digital TV receiver comes with a built in Blu-ray player and has an 8.9-inch TFT screen with a 1024×600-pixel resolution. Its TV receiver also allows you to watch your favorite channels digitally. Other features include HDMI plug to connect it to a larger screen, and an Ethernet connection. Its battery provides enough juice for up to 2.5 hours of playback and only needs seven hours to fully recharge. Measuring 256mm × 202mm × 58.7mm and weighing at 1.7Kg, the player will be available in Japan on March 15th, 2009 for approximately ¥99,800 ($1100). [FarEastGizmos]
