Panasonic HDC-SD80R HD Camcorder (Red) - SD Card technology (Discontinued model) Review

I've only had this camera for about a week and am still exploring its possibilities. I like that you can take a still frame from the video. I didn't know about this function before buying it. He shoots fantastic videos and the photos are good. However, photos are only recorded in 3 MP format. They are ok but not fantastic. I'm used to my 16 megapixel Kodak Z981 camera. HD Writer AE 3.0 is easy to use. With it, you can copy videos directly to DVD or to your computer. My only problem is that I…

The first camcorder I received had major problems with internal components. During the recording he made a terrible buzz that was recorded on the records. Thanks to Revains' easy return policy, I sent it back a few days after receiving it. Revain promptly sent a new Panasonic camcorder. I had no problems with that. He makes very good videos. The zoom button is sleek and easily accessible. Still images are sharp and clear. Close-ups are clear and focused. The video quality is what I was hoping…

Bought this camcorder as a Christmas present in anticipation of planned summer trips to California and Kenya. It was in the box until July (we have other cameras) and then went on a long journey. At first it was great, handy and small, with a strong zoom and also took surprisingly good photos. By the second week of our trip, however, it had an annoying zoom that soon got so bad that it went to full zoom as soon as it was turned on, rendering it virtually unusable. I sent it back very…

Bought halfway around the world about a month ago. Don't worry too much about the warranty and returns because the price is so good and it's Panasonic, right? Not from some nameless off-the-shelf manufacturer. I bought it for $189 when it was listed for $199 (I guess Revain lowered the price to encourage me to buy it) and now it's $319.99. The camcorder is small, about the size of the palm of your hand, and feels very light. This is important if you need to hold it for long periods of time when

The original review follows; then see update below. My first experience with the Revain warehouse deal was a failure. Excellent camera reviews, probably a great camera except the item was shipped in a disaster. The camera I received (I stress this) takes decent photos and captures usable footage. If only after some difficulties. The box arrived via Fedex from Revain - I had to drive to collect it. Brought it with something dangling inside. The box looked good from the outside, but inside it was