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DXG-580V 1080p HD Camcorder

LAS VEGAS, NV--(Marketwire - January 8, 2009) - Consumer Electronics Show -- Capturing fun and memorable life moments is no longer about lugging around a bulky, expensive camcorder and making sure the miniDV tape is rewound and ready to record. Thanks to DXG USA, (www.dxgusa.com), one of the fastest-growing digital camera companies in the U.S., consumers can just pull out the new ultra-slim DXG-580V high-definition (HD) flash-based camcorder and immediately capture, edit and share hours of memories for just $179.99.

Sleek, Classic Design with Advanced Features for Every Lifestyle

With camcorders representing the largest consumer electronics growth segment in Q4 2008(1), DXG's high-quality, low-cost approach makes the DXG-580V an industry standout. Featuring a slim, sleek design and the ability to record HD video up to 1440 x 1080 at 30fps -- real 1080p -- consumers will carry the DXG-580V everywhere to capture vacations, sporting events, or birthdays. The DXG-580V also shoots up to 8MP still images and has built-in digital voice recording, which is perfect for personal memos, conferences or lectures. When connected to a PC via USB 2.0, the DXG-580V also doubles as a portable storage device for important documents or data files, and makes uploading to sites like YouTube fast and easy.

Shift in Camcorder Design Creates Greater Video Convenience

According to NPD Research(2), flash-based camcorders are redefining the market with 150-percent growth in the first half of 2008, increasing from 13-percent to 42-percent of the camcorder market from 2007 to 2008. The DXG-580V is at the forefront of this industry shift, with built-in flash memory and expandable storage up to 8GB, providing up to eight hours of video. DXG customers also benefit from the free ArcSoft TotalMedia™ Extreme software package, a $119.99 retail value, which allows them to easily view, edit and share these video experiences.

"The classic design and rich feature set of the DXG-580V is perfect for those consumers who enjoy the traditional camcorder look, but want sleek portability, advanced HD quality, and flexible video capture," said Paul Goldberg, senior vice president of sales and marketing at DXG USA. "The DXG-580V is our next-generation classic camcorder model that guarantees ease of use and proven functionality at an incredibly reasonable price."

The Perfect Companion for Your New HDTV

With the incredible surge in HDTV purchases this past holiday season and iSuppli's forecast that HDTV unit shipments will grow to 241.2 million by 2012, capturing video in HD should be a requirement. Consumers can easily watch and enjoy their DXG home videos on their HDTVs in the living room, not just on the computer. The DXG-580V connects directly to a plasma or HDTV with a new widescreen format so users can instantly share memories on the big screen from the comfort of their couch.

The DXG-580V HD camcorder will be available in Q1 2009 at leading retailers nationwide for $179.99. For more information on DXG products please visit www.dxgtechusa.com.

Experience DXG at CES 2009

DXG is showcasing the DXG-580V HD slim camcorder and also the new DXG-581V HD mini camcorder, announced separately today, in the South Hall 3, Booth 31835 at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, January 8 - 11th. To schedule a meeting with DXG at CES, please contact Samantha Steinwinder at 206-713-6983 or samantha@conceptpr.net.

About DXG USA

DXG USA, The Digital Camera Company, is one of the fastest growing digital camera manufacturers in the U.S., providing intuitively designed digital cameras and camcorders for the youth and mainstream markets. Compact, fashionable and affordably priced, DXG digital cameras are setting trends for quality and utility. DXG USA is a fully owned subsidiary of DXG Technology Corp., one of the world's leading manufacturers and designers (OEM/ODM) of digital cameras and camcorders. DXG Technology has won numerous design and innovation awards and employs more than 4,000 people worldwide. Complete information on DXG USA can be found at www.dxgusa.com.

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(1) Consumer Electronics Association - 15th Annual CE Holiday Purchase Patterns Study

(2) NPD Research - Household Penetration Study: Ownership Landscape 2008