New 6GB & 12GB SDHC memory cards from Panasonic, used in HD recorders

New SDHC Memory Cards Offer Optimum Performance with 6GB and 12GB Storage Capacities*

 

Panasonic just announced a new line of SD High Capacity (SDHC)** Memory Cards – in 6GB and 12GB storage capacities, which are ideal for video recording with High Definition (HD) camcorders, and are capable of recording 90 minutes and 180 minutes of 1920×1080 Full HD content, respectively. The new cards, RP-SDM06G (6GB) and RP-SDM12G (12GB) record with Class 4 specification.

 

“The SD Card-based HD camcorder market is growing, and Panasonic, which has the number one share in SD memory card camcorders worldwide, now provides the most suitable options for recording HD video,” said Zoe Susice, Group Manager, Imaging, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company. “Since Panasonic manufactures both HD camcorder hardware and media, we can offer highly reliable products that offer superb performance with AVCHD recording.”

 

When used with Panasonic’s newly-introduced HDC-SD100 High Definition camcorder, the new SDHC Memory Cards can record 90 minutes (6GB) and 180 minutes (12GB) of 1920 x 1080 Full HD video, while in HX mode (9Mbps). Users can also select other HD recording modes from HE (6Mbps) to HA (17Mbps), the recording time varies according to the modes chosen.  With HE mode, users can enjoy up to 135 minutes (6GB) or 270 minutes (12GB) of 1440x 1080 High Definition video recording. The cards can also be used for standard definition video recording.

 

Beyond their high-performance capabilities when paired with HD camcorders, the new Panasonic SDHC Memory Cards are designed to be resistant to bending and twisting, thereby protecting important data stored on the card.  Also, since the cards employ industrial-grade flash memory, they are extremely reliable even under severe temperature conditions. They can function in temperatures ranging from -13°F - 185°F, thus assuring consistent performance even when used in extreme cold or hot environments***. In addition, the cards preserve data, even when power is turned off during access. 

 

The RP-SDM06G (6GB) and RP-SDM12G (12GB) SDHC Memory Cards also incorporate user-friendly features, such as memo-labels, which allow users to write directly on the front of the card, making it easy to organize and file according to content. Also, the approximate recording time on each mode is shown on the package so that users easily choose most suitable card or modes for their video shooting needs.

 

*1GB=1,073,741,824 bytes. Usable capacity will be less

** SDHC (SD High Capacity) Memory Cards can only be used in SDHC host devices, which support the SDHC Memory Card format. 

***Panasonic recommends that you never leave any electronic product sitting in direct sunlight or under other severe heat conditions.

 

Heres the specifications for RP-SDM06G and RP-SDM12G are :