Progressive Scan - A method of image scanning that processes image data one line of pixels at a time, creating frames composed of a single field (as opposed to interlaced scanning, which meshes two fields, each composed of alternating scanned lines, per frame).
CD - Shiny reflective compact disc containing digital information, usually sound. CDs are used for digital storage and playback.
Auto-iris - The camera automatically controls the lens diaphragm (see iris).
Touch Control Panel - Touch control panel LCD view screen allows you to zoom, focus and control brightness while recording. Even in playback, just touch the screen to zoom in on any part of the image.
Mini Disc - A small CD-like disc used for recording and distributing audio. Released by Sony in 1993, the format has decreased somewhat in status as MP3 and other encoded technologies have seen a dramatic rise in popularity.
Advanced HAD CCD - Hole Accumulation Diode CCD reduces noise in the video signal to improve signal-to-noise ratio by up to 6dB (2x better than a standard CCD). Particularly effective when shooting in dark situations.
EVF - Abbreviation for electronic viewfinder, referring to a camcorder's unit for monocular viewing, as opposed to the LCD for binocular viewing.
24P - Film's native frame rate is 24 frames per second. 24P refers to the high definition format, the "P" meaning "progressive image scanning," (in contrast to "interlaced scanning").
Analog - A signal that fluctuates identically to the recorded stimulus.
Auto-iris - The camera automatically controls the lens diaphragm (see iris).
High-Definition television, or HDTV - Operates with over twice as much detail as NTSC under either the 720P or 1080i scanning systems. 720P (720 progressive) uses 720 total lines scanned every 1/30 second. 1080i (1080 interlaced) uses two scanning fields of 539.5 lines each, interlaced with each other, one field recorded every 1/60 second.
VHS - A half inch video tape format introduced in the 1976 by JVC (Victor Company of Japan).
