The new sensor also improves light sensitivity to five lux compared to traditional CCD sensors and allows still shooting at 6.2 megapixels. Hitachi's camera gives live previews either on its 2.7-inch swivel LCD or on an HDTV through an HDMI output with CEC support that allows the camera to automatically control certain aspects of the TV.
The BD10H upgrade appears first in Japan, where it will sell on August 6th for an approximate $1,486. The BD9H is already on sale in the US and is likely to receive the same update in the near future.