Typical price: £680
What is it: DVD camcorder with three CCDs, 10x optical zoom and 69mm LCD
What we think: The Panasonic VDR-D300 doesn't force you to compromise video quality for convenience
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 31 March 2006
Tags: Panasonic, Panasonic VDR-D300, Panasonic VDR-D300, lighting conditions, microphone
We like:
Decent low-light performance; vibrant colour; solid battery life; acceptable still quality
We don't like:
Optical zoom is only 10x; no analogue input; no video light
CNET UK judgement:
Rivalling its MiniDV competitors in a variety of shooting conditions, the Panasonic VDR-D300 doesn't force you to compromise video quality for the convenience of shooting directly on DVD
Full review:
Choosing a DVD camcorder has typically meant sacrificing quality when compared to MiniDV models in the same price range. The Panasonic VDR-D300 breaks that mould by offering video quality that's noticeably better than that of many competing DVD camcorders, as well as three CCDs for excellent colour, even in low-light situations. It also produces decent stills all at a price that's not much higher than that of comparable tape-based camcorders. Continue Reading...
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