Panasonic HDC-SD5 - Expert Reviews

Review summary: There are controls, function buttons and sockets dotted all around the camcorder, but none are too awkwardly placed - as you can see from the above image - to restrict the ease of use factor

Pros: Enjoyable to handle and easy to use, Amazingly good images

Cons: No mic and headphone sockets, Audio affected by light wind noise outdoors

Verdict: Menu navigation and function selection is made with a mini-joystick, which is positioned on the rear far right, between the Mode Dial and the strap

Pros: 3CCD sensor, 1920x1080 resolution, attractive looks

Cons: SDHC memory cards are expensive, a few niggles in the design

Verdict: As with the Sony HDR-CX7K, this is a solid product let down by the price of its recordable media. We'd therefore recommend it to people who already own a large collection of SD cards (or an even larger wallet).

Review summary: Back in late 2007, Panasonic took consumer high definition to the next level with its full-HD specification 3CCD AVCHD camcorder capable of recording 1920x1080i video and stills to high-capacity SD cards

Verdict: The HDC-SD5 is pitched at the home movie maker who's looking to shoot and playback high definition movie clips in all the usual domestic situations such as recording the development of a new baby to capturing events like holiday vacations, holiday ...

Review summary: The Panasonic HDC-SD5 ($999 MSRP) is the latest effort in the race to built the "world's smallest [something]," in this case the smallest 3-chip, 1920 x 1080 HD camcorder. While the camcorder is less than thrilling, and only a minor upgrade to last ...

Review summary: The new Panasonic HDC-SD5 camcorder employs cutting-edge imaging technology to capture video recordings that are breathtakingly clear and vibrant, especially when viewed on a high-quality, large screen TV. The HDC-SD5 uses the AVCHD format to record ...

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