Panasonic PV-GS500 MiniDV Camcorder
(1.07MP, 10x Opt, 700x Dig, 2.7" LCD)
TR Review
After the revelation which was the NV-GS400, the NV-GS500 is a bit of a disappointment. Those who are looking for a great semi-pro camcorder would be better off picking up the older model second hand, even if the NV-GS500 has better image quality. Nevertheless, this is still a capable DV camcorder, and puts up a good fight against competitors from Sony and Canon which are similarly dumbed down (JVC no longer produces a DV camcorder in this price range). However, if you do like the look of the NV-GS500, hurry up and get one soon. Stocks are dwindling, and only a few shops still have this model available. Read the full review.
2 Sellers from $799.95
| Summary |
| Description |
PV-GS500 MiniDV Camcorder |
| Manufacturer |
Panasonic |
| Lowest Price |
$799.95 |
| Available at |
2 Stores |
| Product Specification |
| Image Processor |
| Image Sensor |
CCD |
| Image Sensor Quantity |
3 |
| Image Sensor Size |
0.21 in |
| Lens Features |
| Min Focal Length |
3.3 mm |
| Max Focal Length |
39.6 mm |
| Optical Zoom |
12 1/f |
| Digital Zoom |
700 X |
| Focus Features |
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| Max Aperture |
1.6 1/f |
| Filter Diameter |
43 mm |
| Video Recording |
| Recording Media |
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| Video Capture Format |
MJPEG |
| Maximum Video Capture Resolution |
720 x 480 |
| Video Broadcast Standards |
NTSC (analog) |
| Audio Support |
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| Frame Rate at Max Resolution |
30 frames/s (fps) |
| Maximum Shutter Speed |
2 1/f |
| Minimum Shutter Speed |
8000 1/f |
| Minimum Lux Rating |
5 |
| Image Stabilization |
Optical |
| Image Capture |
| Image Format |
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| Max Horizontal Image Resolution |
2288 pixels |
| Max Vertical Image Resolution |
1728 pixels |
| Flash Characteristics |
Accessory Shoe |
| Exposure Controls |
| Exposure Settings |
- Auto Exposure
- Multiple Program Modes
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| White Balance |
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| General Features |
| Additional Features |
- Backlight Compensation
- Built-In Edit Capability
- Built-in Light
- Built-in Speaker
- Macro Focus
- PC Connection
- PCM Digital Recording
- Selective Image Deletion
- Self Timer
- Self-Demo Mode
- Viewfinder
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| LCD Screen Size |
2.7 in |
| Interface Connection |
- A/V Output
- IEEE 1394
- S-Video
- USB - Universal Serial Bus
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| Included Components |
- AC Adapter
- Battery
- Cables
- Remote
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| Power |
| Power Source |
- DC Input
- Lithium-Ion Battery
- Rechargeable Battery
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| Battery Life |
2 hour(s) |
| Dimensions |
| Height |
2.9 in |
| Width |
3.6 in |
| Depth |
6.1 in |
| Weight |
1.26 lbs |
| Warranty |
| Warranty Information |
1 Year Parts, 90 Days Labor Limited Warranty |
| More Info |
| URL |
Click here
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