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| Product Description |
With the Genuine Canon 10x HD video zoom lens and a host of other advanced features the HV20 is the right choice in High Definition camcorders. And, with its HD and Standard Definition...
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With the Genuine Canon 10x HD video zoom lens and a host of other advanced features the HV20 is the right choice in High Definition camcorders. And, with its HD and Standard Definition recording modes, you can make the move to HD without making your SD equipment obsolete. Less
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The high definition Panasonic HDC-SD5 camcorder provides breathtakingly detailed video and comes fitted with a world-class Leica Dicomar lens made specifically for high definition capture....
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The high definition Panasonic HDC-SD5 camcorder provides breathtakingly detailed video and comes fitted with a world-class Leica Dicomar lens made specifically for high definition capture. The superior craftsmanship of Leica's advanced lens system captures stunning images and colors that look magnificent in HD. Combined with Panasonic's advanced 3CCD system, which uses three separate sensors to capture and process light, the HDC-SD5 can bring all of your memories to life on your HDTV screen. Less
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Recording System
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NTSC
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NTSC
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Recording Media
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High Definition
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Flash Media
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Optical Zoom
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10x
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10x
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Weight
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1.2 lb.
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0.75 lb.
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Sensor Size
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1/2.7"
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1/6"
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Image Sensor Type
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CMOS
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Number of Pixels
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2960K pixels
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520K pixels
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Sensor Quantity
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3
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LCD Screen Size
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2.7 in.
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2.7 in.
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Color Viewfinder
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With Color Viewfinder
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Display Type
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With LCD Screen
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With LCD Screen
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Optical Zoom
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10x
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10x
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Focal Length
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6.1 - 61 mm
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3 - 30 mm
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Attachment / Filter Size
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43 mm
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37 mm
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Digital Zoom
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200x
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700x
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Recording Speeds
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SP
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Low Lux
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5 Lux
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Image Stabilizer
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Optical Image Stabilizer
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Optical Image Stabilizer
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Audio Format
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12/16 Bit PCM Digital Stereo Audio
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AC-3 (2 Channels)
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Digital Still Shot Mode
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With Still Shot Capability
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With Still Shot Capability
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Memory Still Resolution
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2.07 Megapixels
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2.07 Megapixels
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Memory Card Support
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MiniSD
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SD Card
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SDHC Card
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Max Still Image Size
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1920 x 1080
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1920 x 1080
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MPEG Movie Mode
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With MPEG Movie Mode
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With MPEG Movie Mode
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| Interfaces |
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Microphone Type
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Internal
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External/Optional
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Internal
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Output Interfaces
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Composite (Video)
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Audio (RCA)
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Component
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FireWire / DV / i.Link
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USB
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HDMI
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Component
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USB 2.0
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HDMI
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Input Interfaces
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Composite (Video)
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Audio (RCA)
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FireWire / DV / iLink
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USB
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Battery Type
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Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
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Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
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| Dimensions |
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Weight
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1.2 lb.
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0.75 lb.
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Depth
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5.4 in.
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5.31 in.
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Height
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3.2 in.
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2.64 in.
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Width
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3.5 in.
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2.56 in.
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Warranty
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1 Year
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| Miscellaneous |
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Family Line
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Canon VIXIA
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Panasonic HDC
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UPC
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013803083200
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37988831883
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Product ID
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40505145
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44460094
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Release Date
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September, 2007
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Included Accessories
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Software
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USB Cable
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Remote Control
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MPN
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2059B001
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HDCSD5
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| Consumer Reviews |
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Canon HV20 High Definition Camcorder
$1,149.00
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Panasonic HDC-SD5 Flash Media Camcorder
$1,257.39
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Product Review Summary
100% recommend this product
Pros
- Excellent Picture Quality (5)
- Rich Features (4)
- Good Value (2)
- Easy to Use (2)
- Image Stabilization (1)
- Compact (1)
- Simple Controls (1)
- Good Sound (1)
- Powerful Zoom (1)
Cons
- Uncomfortable (2)
- Difficult to Use (2)
- Short Battery Life (1)
- Poor Sound (1)
- Bad in Low Light (1)
- Poor Quality (1)
Good For
- Home Movies (4)
- Travel (2)
- Professionals (1)
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Consumer Reviews
399
Pros
Picture quality, connectivity, easy to use, battery life, HDV easy to process, 10x...
Cons
HDV limitations, ergonomics, NTSC only, no firewire cable included
Recommended it?
Yes
Just as we've come to accept the marginal quality of standard TV standards like PAL and especially NTSC, High Definition television finally is ready for the mass market. The vastly superior resolution (2 MPx) of HD-TV is a stark reminder that the 0.3 MPx standard tv was a mere compromise of state...
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Pros
HD ability, manual controls, stunning video quality, accessory shoe (for external mic,...
Cons
Some pieces may feel a little cheap to some, but to me they felt fine.
Recommended it?
Yes
After taking only 20 minutes or so of footage inside at night in low light and then in the morning in bright, direct sunlight, this camcorder has exceeded my expectations in every way. In fact, I must say that I was dumbfounded at the stunningly high quality of the video.
Keep in mind,...
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Product Review Summary
60% recommend this product
Consumer Reviews
Pros
Spectacular Images, easy use and carry great colour saturation, easy to store and copy.
Cons
No viewfinder, monitor hard to see in sunlight, low light deficiency, no ear plug...
Recommended it?
Yes
If you want the best 1080P Media card, low priced, 3 ccd camcorder that outperforms Sony, JVC, Hitachi, Cannon in images, then look no further , except in low light. I've used it for 6 months and easily transfer to blue-ray DVD with the provided software. I have a Panasonic HVX 200, and like the...
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Pros
small lightweight easy to use.
Cons
battery & memory location, video artifacts, short battery time
Recommended it?
Yes
This is the first camcorder I have bought since I first bought my monster shoulder carry VHS camcorder (Panasonic).
totally solid state camcorder. I have not had any problem with this camcorder or its media transfering files to the computer or saving to the bundled DVD writer. I don't like the...
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