Digital Camera News and Reviews

Panasonic HDC-TM700

CNET UK has reviewed the Panasonic HDC-TM700 HD camcorder. This camcorder from Panasonic is pretty expensive so it is not for all videographers, but for those of use that can afford it is interesting to see what kind of quality the camcorder brings us.

Some key features for the Panasonic HDC-TM700:
-1080p HD recording
-Touchscreen
-Able to take 14.2 megapixel pictures
-12x optical zoom (35-420mm)
-Optical image stabilization
-32GB internal memory
-Weighs 380g

CNET UK ends up giving the Panasonic HDC-TM700 HD a very good review with an overall score of 8.0 out of 10 points. The reviewer finds the TM700 to take stunning movies, has very good still photos compared to other camcorders and has nice features like manual zoom and a focus ring. What the reviewer do not like is that the HD camcorder is quite expensive and that the playback of large high quality video files can be too much for even top shelf computers.
Read the full review of the Panasonic HDC-TM700 camcorder here.

Panasonic AG-HMC40

Camcorder Info has reviewed the Panasonic AG-HMC40 professional AVCHD camcorder. This expensive camcorder from Panasonic features 12x optical zoom and is able to take still photographs at 10.6 megapixels.

Some key features for the Panasonic AG-HMC40 camcorder:
-Records HD movies up to 1080/60i resolution
-2.7″ touchscreen display
-Professional AVCHD camcorder
-Records to SD/SDHC memory cards
-12x optical zoom lens
-Still photos up to 10.6 megapixels

Camcorder Info ends up giving the Panasonic AG-HMC40 a pretty average review as it seems like it is a beefed up version of the much cheaper Panasonic HDC-TM300, but costs $1000 more and there aren’t that many features that justifies the high price tag. There are some positive points to the Panasonic AG-HMC40 like the compact size for a professional camcorder and low price compared to other professional camcorders, but there might be other camcorders out there that better suit your needs.
Read the full review of the Panasonic AG-HMC40 camcorder here.

Sony Handycam HDR-TG7VE

Trusted Reviews has tested the Sony Handycam HDR-TG7VE camcorder. This camcorder from Sony has a very small design, contains 16GB of internal memory and is able to record 1080i HD video.

Some key features for the Sony Handycam HDR-TG7VE:
-1920 x 1080 HD video recording
-16GB internal memory
-10x optical zoom lens
-120x digital zoom
-2.7″ flip-out LCD touchscreen

Trusted Reviews ends up giving the Sony Handycam HDR-TG7VE an overall score of 8 out 10 points. The camcorder scores highest on image quality and features while scoring a little lower on value. The Sony Handycam is able to record videos of very high quality and it contains a lot of handy features. The only downside is the high price tag so if you are on a tight budget you might want to look at other pocketable camcorders.
Read the full review of the Sony Handycam HDR-TG7VE camcorder here.

JVC PICSIO GC-FM1

Trusted Reviews has tested the JVC PICSIO GC-FM1 pocket HD camcorder. This HD camcorder from JVC features HD video recording up to 1,440 x 1,080 resolution at 30 frames per second. If you want to record at 60 frames per second you can use 720p resolution.

Some key features for the JVC PICSIO GC-FM1:
-HD video recording up to 1,440 x 1,080 resolution at 30 frames per second
-Pocketable
-USB charging
-Easy sharing by iTunes/YouTube
-Weighs 3.2 ounces
-Dimensions: 2.1 x 0.6 x 3.8 inches

The JVC PICSIO GC-FM1 scores 7 out of 10 points in the Trusted Reviews test. The camcorder scores highest on image quality and value while scoring much lower on features. The reviewer was impressed by the image quality that this camcorder is able to produce and the price tag is not all that bad. The PICSIO GC-FM1 has a few shortcomings like fixed fixed length and no manual settings, but overall this seems like a nice little HD camcorder that can fit in your pocket.
Read the full review of the JVC PICSIO GC-FM1 camcorder here.