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Manufacturer: Panasonic Part number: HDC-HS80K
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- Bottom Line:
- A functional trio of camcorders, the Panasonic HDC-SD80, TM80, and HS80 are notable for their manual exposure controls (unusual for their price class) and well-designed touch-screen interface, but otherwise you can find better options. Of the three, the SD80 is the best choice simply on price.
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CNET editors' review
Panasonic HDC-HS80 price range: $494.99
- Reviewed by: Lori Grunin
- Reviewed on: 05/19/2011
- Released on: 03/15/2011
The good: The Panasonic HDC-TM80, SD80, and HS80 camcorders provide manual controls in a functional, if somewhat boring, design.
The bad: The sub-HD resolution sensor produces merely satisfactory video.
The bottom line: A functional trio of camcorders, the Panasonic HDC-SD80, TM80, and HS80 are notable for their manual exposure controls (unusual for their price class) and well-designed touch-screen interface, but otherwise you can find better options. Of the three, the SD80 is the best choice simply on price.
User reviews
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Great HD Camcorder!
by P-Slaughter on May 19, 2012
Pros: Quality of the images is excellent
Audio recording is excellent
Very easy to use
Zoom is excellent, very sensitive
Mic is really good, no any problems
Size excellent easy to handle and move aboutCons: Difficult to control the shake at maximum zoom
Summary: I've just started getting my head around the camcorder. The quality of the images is excellent and I love being able to capture photos at the same time as ...
Summary: I've just started getting my head around the camcorder. The quality of the images is excellent and I love being able to capture photos at the same time as filming. I have set the camcorder so that all my pics are stored on an SD card, whereas the movies are stored on the hard drive - you can alter this as and when you wish.
I wasn't impressed with the panasonic software which came with it and have been trying out a free download of Magix which I quite like. As such, I would suggest if you purchase this product, you will also need to purchase a video editing programme. I like the size of the camcorder and it is very easy to use. The zoom is excellent and it will automatically brighten images far away once it is focused on them.
I have a 90ft garden and was able to pick up very clear images of my rabbits and other wildlife whilst sitting in my house. I would also suggest that if you wish to record longer scenes or images further away that you consider purchasing a stand to put the camcorder on. I am in the process of doing this as, although the camcorder reduces shake, it is inevitable there will be movement if you are holding it. The zoom function takes a little getting used too as it tends to zoom in and out VERY fast, or should I say the button to adjust the zoom is very sensitive.
As long as you only just touch the zoom button, you will master the technique of a slower zoom and therefore avoid losing focus. The battery life seems quite good, although I can't give an estimate time as I tend to switch it off and on over several days, however there is definately over 1 1/2hrs on the battery. You can also purchase a battery which lasts twice as long as the one supplied which may be useful to use as the main one and then use the provided one as a back-up. You can also use the camcorder whilst connected to the mains.
The mic is really good and I have had no problems with wind noise when outdoors, although we are having exceptionally good weather so I haven't used it in extreme BAD weather yet. Most of my recording so far has been outside and there are no issues with the quality. I haven't used at night or in low lighting. I would purchase this one again. The only issue is that I save everything in HD and my computer isn't quite fast enough to cope with playing these back, resulting in jumping.
However, you can record at a lower image quality and the video editing software that I am trying will also enable you to play back at lower quality.
As such, this is not causing any problems and is a pretty good excuse to upgrade my computer sooner rather than later.
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Hope my review is helpful.3 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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This review is incorrect on camera at least HDC-HS80
by Psylencer on May 15, 2011
Pros: I ordered one just hasn't gotten here yet. Definitely need a comment section on the articles.
The specs in this article don't even match for basic stuff like optical zoom, or what their version of digital zoom is, if it is effective or not etc. Check panaCons: Reviewer didn't do a very good job I have to believe they never had any of these cameras in their possession, which in my opinion makes it impossible to review an item. makes me skeptical about trusting CNET to review anything I may be interested in. will
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Panasonic
- Part number: HDC-HS80K
- Description: The model covers a wide range of shooting situations from close distances to faraway subjects. Using Intelligent Zoom that employs super-high resolution technology and the Crystal Engine PRO, it offers ultra-telephoto Intelligent Zoom shooting to exceed the magnification range of the optical zoom, up to a high-powered 42x zoom. It also features a 33.7mm wide-angle lens. to realize shooting at a close distance from the subject while fitting both the subject and the surrounding area into the frame. HYBRID O. I. S. is a optical/electrical image stabilization system. Further to blurring by vertical/horizontal wrist movements, it detects subtle blurring by vertical/horizontal entire arm movement and corrects them using a lens in the optical system and a sensor in electrical system. In electrical image stabilization, utilizing an unused area of the sensor when zooming, suppresses image degradation. Powerful correction realizes beautiful images even when shooting on the move or zooming. The evolved Zoom Mic links the microphone's action to the camera's action. When zooming in on a bird in the distance, for example, the microphones also zoom in on the bird in link with the lens zooming operation. The function also reduces the surrounding noise to about 1/3 (-10 dB) that of conventional models and realizes recording the sounds with superb clarity. The iA (Intelligent Auto), consists of six functions: Face Recognition, new HYBRID O. I. S., AF/AE Tracking, Intelligent Scene Selector, Face Detection and Intelligent Contrast Control, senses the shooting conditions and automatically makes the settings and activates functions that will deliver optimal results. With both motion and still images, iA does the bothersome settings for you and makes it easy to capture beautiful, well-focused images.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Product Type Camcorder - 1080i
- Enclosure Color Black
- Camcorder Sensor Resolution 1.5 megapixels
- Effective Video Resolution 1.3 megapixels
- Digital Zoom 2000 x
- Effective Photo Resolution 1.3 megapixels
- Camcorder Interpolated Photo Resolution 3 megapixels
- Camcorder Media Type Hard disk drive,
Flash card - Optical Sensor Size 1/5.8"
- Optical Sensor Type MOS
- Min Illumination 1 lux
- Analog video format NTSC
- Digital Video Format iFrame,
AVCHD - Image Stabilizer Optical (HYBRID O.I.S.)
- Min Shutter Speed 1/30 sec
- Image Processor Crystal Engine PRO
- Max Shutter Speed 1/8000 sec
- Shooting modes Digital photo mode
- White Balance Automatic,
Presets,
Custom - White Balance Presets Cloudy,
Sunlight,
Indoor - Exposure Modes Program,
Automatic - Image Recording Format JPEG
- Widescreen Video Capture Yes
- AV Interfaces HDMI,
Composite video/audio Lens System
- Type 37 x x Zoom lens - 2.38 mm - 81 mm - F/1.8-4
- Lens aperture F/1.8-4
- Features Built-in lens shield
- Optical Zoom 37 x
- Lens system type Zoom lens
- Min focal length 2.38 mm
- Max focal length 81 mm
- Auto Focus TTL contrast detection
- Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera 33.7 - 1240 mm
- Focus Adjustment Manual,
Automatic - Zoom Adjustment Motorized drive
Additional Features
- Built-in Light Yes
- Low Lux / Night Mode Yes
- Additional Features HD-to-SD downconversion,
Intelligent Auto (iA),
DPOF support,
Face detection,
Auto Ground-Directional Standby (AGS),
Built-in speaker,
Pre-Rec function,
Intelligent Contrast Control,
YouTube capture mode,
Intelligent Resolution Technology,
AF/AE tracking,
Backlight compensation,
Auto power save,
Dolby Digital AC-3 (2 channel) recording,
Touch-screen control,
Automatic display brightness adjustment,
Intelligent Scene Selector,
Takes photos while movie recording,
Face Recognition,
Smile Detection technology,
USB 2.0 compatibility - Software Panasonic HD Writer AE 3.0,
Drivers & Utilities - Included Accessories Component video cable,
USB cable,
Power adapter,
Audio / video cable,
Pen stylus Viewfinder
- Viewfinder Type None
Display
- Type 2.7 in LCD display
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x HDMI output,
1 x Hi-Speed USB,
1 x Component video output,
1 x Composite video/audio output,
1 x DC power input Microphone
- Microphone Features Wind noise reduction,
Zoom
Memory / Storage
- Media type Hard disk drive ,
Flash card - Memory Card Slot SD card
- Supported Memory Cards SD Memory Card
- Internal Storage 120 GB Hard disk drive
- Image Storage JPEG 2304 x 1296,
JPEG 2064 x 1376,
JPEG 1856 x 1392,
JPEG 1920 x 1080,
JPEG 640 x 480 - Video Capture AVCHD - 1920 x 1080 - 17Mbps,
AVCHD - 1920 x 1080 - 13Mbps,
AVCHD - 1920 x 1080 - 9Mbps,
AVCHD - 1920 x 1080 - 5Mbps,
iFrame - 960 x 540 - 28Mbps - Video Recording Modes HE,
HX,
HG,
HA System Requirements for PC Connection
- Operating System Support MS Windows XP SP3,
MS Windows 7,
MS Windows Vista - Peripheral Devices USB port,
CD-ROM drive Battery
- Supported Battery 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery - 1790 mAh ( Included )
Audio Input
- Audio input type Microphone
- Microphone type Built-in
- Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature 32 °F
- Max Operating Temperature 104 °F
Viewfinder / Display
- Display Features Rotating
Physical Characteristics
- Width 2.4 in
- Depth 4.3 in
- Height 2.5 in
- Weight 9.3 oz
Product series
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Manufacturer: Panasonic
Specs: MOS,
6.8 oz,
4.3 in,
2.3 in,
34 x x Zoom lens - 2.38 mm - 81 mm - F/1.8-4,
Panasonic HDC-TM80 - Camcorder - Consumer - Flash card,
2 in -
Manufacturer: Panasonic
Specs: MOS,
9.3 oz,
4.3 in,
2.5 in,
37 x x Zoom lens - 2.38 mm - 81 mm - F/1.8-4,
Panasonic HDC-HS80 - Camcorder - Consumer - Hard disk drive,
- Flash card,
2.4 in -
Manufacturer: Panasonic
Specs: MOS,
6.8 oz,
4.3 in,
2.3 in,
34 x x Zoom lens - 2.38 mm - 81 mm - F/1.8-4,
Panasonic HDC-TM80 - Camcorder - Consumer - Flash card,
2 in
Accessories
- KATA D-Light Capsule-181 DL - protective case for camcorder (35033784)119.89
- KATA PRO Video Collection CC-195 HDV Case - case for camcorder (34565096)135.00 - 146.37
- Canon TC80N3 Timer Remote Control for EOS D30, D60, D10, 1D, 1V 20D SLR Cameras (33615634)135.99 - 144.95
- Sony ACC-HDV7 digital camera accessory kit (33969762)129.99
- Canon FS Series Camcorder Starter Kit - camcorder accessory kit (33612496)119.99 - 151.14
- KATA D-Light Capsule-183 DL - protective case for camcorder (35033782)149.89
- KATA D-Light Capsule-185 DL - protective case for camcorder (35033780)129.95
- KATA D-Light Capsule-185 DL - protective case for camcorder (35033783)129.99 - 160.26
- Norazza Ape Case ACPRO1900 - case for camcorder (35170265)107.55 - 179.99
- Panasonic AG-YUSC60H - soft case for camcorder (31318287)129.99
Manufacturer info
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- Manufacturer:Panasonic
- Address:
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 - Phone: 800/662-3537
