Typical price: £139
What is it: Affordable universal DVD recorder
What we think: Limited specification but affordable, easy-to-use and both the recording and playback performance is impressive
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 25 May 2006
Tags: panasonic, scenes, natural, ram
We like:
Multi-format compatibility; DV input; easy-to-use, accurate recordings; impressive DVD playback
We don't like:
Ordinary design; analogue tuner only; no RGB Scart input
You might also need:
Component video cable; RGB Scart cable; optical audio cable; Freeview tuner
CNET.co.uk judgement:
Panasonic's DMR-ES15 is an ideal entry-level recorder for anyone looking to upgrade their old VCR. The absence of a Freeview tuner will discourage digital TV users -- but compatibility, usability, recording and playback performance are otherwise excellent
Latest user reviews
December 22, 2006
Posted by: Joseph Hyde
"Has some great features for the price"
June 22, 2006
Posted by: Tim C
"Would have been 10 but lacks DVB"
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