Panasonic HDC-SD5 review

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

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7.8

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6.5

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Review date	26 Nov 07	28 Oct 08	16 Sep 08	25 Oct 07
Editor's rating	7.8	8.3	8.2	8.0
Price range	£550
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