The 0.6 Pound Panasonic HDC-SD9 (CES 2008)
Jeremy Gutsche — January 6, 2008 — Tech
References: www2.panasonic
Camcorder junkies will appreciate Panasonic's new HDTV camcorders, which lighten the load with their featherweight designs. One of the new lightweight camcorders is the flagship Panasonic HDC-SD9. The camera is the world's smallest and lightest SD Card HD camcorder. The HDTV camera weighs just 0.6 pounds.
Implications - As tech devices continue to shrink, savvy consumers are increasingly expecting high-powered gadgets in a small form factor. Tech companies are responding by releasing itty-bitty gadgets that perform just as well as their bulky predecessors. Many of these devices are small enough to fit in a pocket or small purse, which allows consumers to take photos and capture video footage on the go.
Implications - As tech devices continue to shrink, savvy consumers are increasingly expecting high-powered gadgets in a small form factor. Tech companies are responding by releasing itty-bitty gadgets that perform just as well as their bulky predecessors. Many of these devices are small enough to fit in a pocket or small purse, which allows consumers to take photos and capture video footage on the go.
Trend Themes
1. Featherweight-camcorders - The trend is towards producing lightweight camcorders that are portable and easy to carry.
2. Pocket-sized-gadgets - The trend is towards developing small gadgets that are high-powered and provide top-notch functionality.
3. Miniature-hdtv-cameras - The trend is towards creating small HDTV cameras with high-quality features and capabilities.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer-electronics - Consumer electronics companies can disrupt the market by creating cutting-edge, lightweight camcorders and pocket-sized gadgets for on-the-go usage.
2. Photography-and-video-production - By introducing more compact and portable HDTV cameras in the industry, there is an opportunity for disruption in photography and video production industries.
3. Media-and-entertainment - Miniature HDTV cameras could revolutionize and disrupt the media and entertainment industry, allowing more creative freedom and easier access to capturing footage on the go.
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