Typical price: £550
What is it: Tiny 3CCD flash memory camcorder
What we think: The Panasonic HDC-SD5 delivers fantastic HD video and accessible but clever features in a petite package -- we just wish it had more memory
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 26 November 2007
Tags: Panasonic, Panasonic HDC-SD5, pixels, stabilisation, image stabilisation
We like:
Compact size; first-rate video
We don't like:
Flash memory fills up fast
You might also need:
Lots of SD -- or even better, SDHC -- cards
CNET UK judgement:
The Panasonic HDC-SD5 delivers fantastic HD video and accessible but clever features in a petite package -- we just wish it had more memory
Full review:
If you thought the Panasonic HDC-SD1 was small, just wait until you see the Panasonic HDC-SD5. It's a 3CCD hi-def camcorder that records to flash memory, and is available now for just under £600. Continue Reading...
Panasonic HDC-SD5 History
8 Nov 2007 in Crave
Photos: Hands-on with the Panasonic HDC-SD5
We've got our hands on the Panasonic HDC-SD5, a dinky SD-card-based 3CCD hi-def camcorder. Take a look at our photos for more
Latest user reviews
July 9, 2008
Posted by: bestertester
"Perfect for me"
May 17, 2008
Posted by: vegapilot
"Don't believe the hype"
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