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Panasonic Palmcorder PV-DV203 Mini DV Camcorder
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Panasonic Palmcorder PV-DV203 Mini DV Camcorder

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  • Recording System: NTSC
  • Camcorder Type: Digital
  • Recording Media: Mini DV
  • Optical Zoom: 10x
  • Weight: 1.01 lb.
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If I Can't Have a Professional Camcorder, This Is the Next Best Thing

bybriandalsmom Aug 31, 2003
60 Helpfuls 61 Helpfuls Was this review helpful? 7 Comments
Pros Fabulous pictures, outstanding zoom, easy to use.
Cons None
Recommended it? Yes

My old camera was a Digital 8—I loved it and it took great pictures, but it was older and didn't have the still photo option (I did my best with capturing stills from the video but it's not the same) features the newer models have. When the need to purchase a new one presented itself, I needed to... Read full review »

3

Great buy for someone in need of side loading camera

bymotioncapture Oct 2, 2003
16 Helpfuls 17 Helpfuls Was this review helpful? 6 Comments
Pros Portable, Affordable, Side Tape Loading lets you reload while still mounted on a tripod.
Cons non-standard lens threads (27mm), camera auto-shuts down when tape is loaded.
Recommended it? Yes

I spent well over two days researching MiniDV cameras, and finally bought the PV-DV 203.

Since I operate an optical motion capture studio, I have very specific needs that others may not have. But I hope this info is some help for you!

My studio has lower light conditions, and... Read full review »

11

Nice solid quality in a small easy to handle package.

byzx1100f1 Nov 21, 2003
11 Helpfuls 12 Helpfuls Was this review helpful? Comment
Pros Very handy size, easy to use its basic features right out of the box.
Cons Low light performance, Digital zoom pixilation, still camera shot quality.
Recommended it? Yes

This little digital camcorder (PV-DV203) is very typical Panasonic quality gear with a thoughtful, attractive and intuitive design incorporating rugged construction and loads of features for the price.

This unit undoubtedly takes far superior films compared to any of the previous... Read full review »

1

Great camera until...

bysprintboy Sep 13, 2006
6 Helpfuls 7 Helpfuls Was this review helpful? Comment
Pros Takes great video, easy to use, many features, good battery life
Cons Lack of durability
Recommended it? No

I bought this camera in Spring 2004. I have 500 minutes of great footage and loved the features of this camera. It is so versatile and takes great video. I download it to my computer, edit, and burn into dvds for my family. The picture quality on my TV is fantastic. I have never had a problem with... Read full review »

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Don't trust Panasonic anymore

bymars919 May 2, 2005
5 Helpfuls 6 Helpfuls Was this review helpful? Comment
Pros none
Cons poor quality, and customer service
Recommended it? No

I don't know what happened to them. Their products are very iffy, now days it seems. I own a telephoned shipped out with the wrong battery, a tv/dvd/vcr combo,and the dvd player in it zonked out. Now the DV 203, quit, after a few hours of use.
When I was younger most of choices for electronics... Read full review »

1

Major Warranty Issue: "Dew Detected"

bymyboymatty Apr 11, 2005
5 Helpfuls 6 Helpfuls Was this review helpful? Comment
Pros Great camera if you don't get "Dew Detected" error.
Cons "Dew Decected" error is pervasive and renders camera useless.
Recommended it? No

Was very satisfied with this camera, but after owning this camera for less than 1-yr, my PV-DV203 - like many others - succumbed to the "Dew Detected" error which renders your camera useless.

Don't waste you money on this. Read full review »

1

I will never buy Panasonic again

byjezr Jun 15, 2004
5 Helpfuls 6 Helpfuls Was this review helpful? 1 Comment
Pros Good camcorder when it works
Cons Keep you fingers crossed that you don't get the "DEW DETECTED" problem
Recommended it? No

I really liked this camcorder up until two weeks ago when a "DEW DETECTED" message came up and now it's unusable.

I have taken good care of the camcorder and it has not been in any damp surroundings but now Panasonic want me to pay $140.00 plus shipping to have this six month old... Read full review »

13

great camcorder with a great price tag

byisillyducki Dec 28, 2003
4 Helpfuls 5 Helpfuls Was this review helpful? Comment
Pros fun and easy to use, good home videos, easy to edit
Cons battery has to be empty to charge, bad snapshot and webcam quality
Recommended it? Yes

The PV-DV203 comes equipped to transform from a digital camera, to a camcorder and even to a webcam. There are also many special effects and other extras that can keep a user busy for hours, but that would be too many to list, so I'll just review the functions that I use most often.

... Read full review »

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As an experienced digital camcorder...

bygeoff_dt3001 Mar 26, 2003
4 Helpfuls 5 Helpfuls Was this review helpful? Comment
Pros None submitted
Cons None submitted
Recommended it? Yes

As an experienced digital camcorder and camera owner, I have been on the move again. I was recently trying to decide which digital camcorder to keep. Decisions, decisions. Immediately after buying the Panasonic DV203, I tried out the new Sony TRV19. I found that it had some nice Sony features,... Read full review »

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Dew detected

bybbesc5 May 18, 2005
3 Helpfuls 4 Helpfuls Was this review helpful? Comment
Pros OK, until "Dew detected" shows up for no reason & won't go away.
Cons You too will "GET THE DEW". Panasonic will not accept responsibility for a...
Recommended it? No

I found a Panasonic lifesaver!!! Panasonic's authorized repair wanted $215.00 & shipping to repair the dew detected problem. Can't believe how many others had this problem too. Do a "google search" for "dew detected" to get an idea of how common this is. I found out about getting the repair done... Read full review »

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