Typical price: £400
What is it: DVD recorder with integrated 250GB hard drive and Freeview tuner
What we think: All-embracing specification and outstanding performance
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 20 November 2006
Tags: panasonic, digital camera, high definition, hard drive
We like:
250GB storage space; universal disc compatibility; upscaling video; user-friendly functionality; excellent recording and playback performance
We don't like:
Comparatively pricey; poor analogue tuner
You might also need:
HDMI cable; component cable; RGB Scart cable; software recording discs
CNET.co.uk judgement:
Panasonic's DMR-EX85 is crammed with more recording and playback features than you can imagine, including an enormous 250GB hard drive, universal disc compatibility and integrated video scaling. The impressive on-paper specification is supported by quality performance in practice
Latest user reviews
January 2, 2007
Posted by: Russell Cox
"Fine product"
December 9, 2006
Posted by: Boris Rousson
"I love it!"
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