Media type: Secure Digital Card, Optical zoom: 10x, Sensor resolution: 2 Megapixels, HD Recording: With HD Recording, Digital zoom: 700x, Weight: 390g, Image stabiliser: Digital, Screen size: 2.7'' ...
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Review summary: Hi-def camcorders are shrinking so rapidly, they make singer Amy Winehouse seem positively plump. A great example is the new Panasonic HDC-HS9, a combination 60GB hard disk drive, SDHC...
Pros: Ample HD storage ; compact and lightweight
Cons: Poor video and still quality ; menu and icons need updating ; poorly placed joystick
Read Full ReviewReview summary: THE HDC-HS9 is arguably the best high-definition camcorder in its price range and is highly recommended.
Pros: 60GB of inbuilt memory, lightweight design, stunning 'full HD' video resolution, solid still images mode
Cons: No 3.5mm microphone or headphone jacks, directional stick requires two-handed operation, occasional noise issues
Verdict: The HDC-HS9 is arguably the best high-definition camcorder in its price range; with the possible exception of its stablemate; the HDC-SD9. For our money, the HDC-HS9 comes out slightly on top due to its 60GB hard drive. Highly recommended.
Read Full ReviewReview summary: The Panasonic HDC-HS9 ($1099 MSRP) is another of the manufacturer's third generation AVCHD camcorder. Nearly identical to the HDC-SD9, the HS9 adds a 60GB hard disk drive (HDD) and a hefty $300 price hike. It's a sleek, compact design that feels good ...
Read Full ReviewReview summary: Panasonic's camcorder is a strong and solid performer, especially with HD material
Pros: Great pictures ; Compact yet robust build ; Plenty of features
Cons: A bit heavy ; Awkward positioning of joystick ; Mini HDMI not included
Verdict: If you can get around the challenging location of the joystick on the Panasonic HDC-HS9, you'll be delighted by what this solid performer is capable of
Read Full ReviewReview summary: The great news is that this is a slightly different version of the widely popular Panasonic HDC-SD9, which has been incredibly popular all around the world. While the HDC-SD9 is a very tiny package with tons of features it brings the huge disadvantage ...
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