Typical price: £290
What is it: DVD and 30GB HDD recording hybrid camcorder
What we think: Hybrid DVD and HDD storage is impressive, even if performance is uninspired
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 10 October 2007
Tags: Hitachi, Hitachi DZ-HS500, hard drive, LCD, camera
We like:
30GB hard disk; one-touch video transfer to DVD
We don't like:
Long start-up and mode switching times; soft video quality
You might also need:
8cm DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD Plus RW
CNET UK judgement:
The Hitachi DZ-HS500's performance is uninspired, but the hybrid storage function that allows you to edit footage on the 30GB hard and share it on 8cm DVDs is still impressive -- especially at this price.
Full review:
The DZ-HS500 is the latest hybrid camcorder from the company that pioneered the technology. This means that it records to two different formats, and can switch between them. Continue Reading...
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