Panasonic SDR-S100 - Expert Reviews

Review summary: Panasonic takes a step into the world of tape-less video recording with their SDR-S100. They have also followed the trend of ever-shrinking technology, cramming a boatload of features into a tiny, matchbook-style body. It captures video and stills to ...

Review summary: The ultracompact Panasonic SDRS100 blazes the trail for flash-media-based camcorders

Pros: Extremely compact ; three-chip colour quality ; attractive, thoughtful design

Cons: Some may find grip uncomfortable for extended shooting ; subpar optical image stabilisation ; poor low-light performance ; no external microphone or video light support ; not Mac-friendly

Pros: Extremely compact ; three-chip color quality ; attractive, thoughtful design

Cons: Some may find grip uncomfortable for extended shooting ; subpar optical image stabilization ; poor low-light performance ; no external microphone or video light support ; not Mac-friendly

Verdict: The smallest three-chip camcorder yet, the MPEG-2-recording Panasonic SDR-S100 is at the forefront of solid-state consumer video camera technology, but that doesn't mean its video quality is above average.

Review summary: Hail the new pint-sized player in town, the Panasonic SDR-S100. Recording MPEG2 video to a 2GB SD card (included), this little puppy promises to pack a wallop. Not only does it claim the title of first 3 CCD SD cam, but with a totally redesigned ...

Review summary: Hail the new pint-sized player in town, the Panasonic SDR-S100. Recording MPEG2 video to a 2GB SD card (included), this little puppy promises to pack a wallop. Not only does it claim the title of first 3 CCD SD cam, but with a totally redesigned ...