HMC40 vs GH1

[bumkicho]

I have been saving to get a GH1. Now... I don't know... I want a HMC40 too. I am torn!!!

Watch this youtube video to see how he just finger touch on LCD screen to adjust its focus? Smooooth!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-5HM_Kd9YNw

Could someone please translate this video in English?

[Cranky]

Spot anything (focus, WB, exposure) has been available on Sony cams for ages.

[kippard]

Does the AG-HMC40 have short DOF (filmic-looking) lens? Does it have XLR? Maybe I could/should go for this camera over the GH1 for my next feature.

[Martti Ekstrand]

HMC40 has a 1/4.1" inch sensor so it's on the other end - it has a very deep DoF.

http://www.hdwarrior.co.uk/2009/07/23/the-new-ag-hmc41e-mini-camcorder-from-panasonic/

[kippard]

Guess the HMC40 is out for me!