Panasonic PV-GS2 Palmcorder Multicam
Manufacturer: Panasonic Part number: PVGS2
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Intro: The Panasonic PV-GS2 is a MiniDV-based, home-movie camcorder.Compared to other home-movie camcorders on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $490.
Noteworthy Features: Supports manual focus, which helps savvy users to shoot in hard-to-focus situations.Its 22x zoom lens provides a longer telephoto range than most other camcorders.
Weaker Features: Has only a 2.5-inch viewscreen, which is smaller than some similarly priced camcorders.This camcorder lacks a remote control, which can be handy for video playback.
Suitability: Suited for taping important family events.
Value: Overall, this camcorder's features are in line with its price.
Suggestions: For more help selecting the right digital camcorder, visit CNET Reviews' buying guide.
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6 stars
Good Enough, but lacking goodies!
by on December 30, 2004
Pros: Has top-end performance, but lacks low-light advantage as most. Zoom is excellent as well as picture quality, but battery life is modest.
Cons: Incorrectly listed as having a S-Video Output, this does not, only composite and no Analog to Digital input NOR Remote, Case or Drivers for USB 2.0, but Firewire cooks.
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- Manufacturer: Panasonic
- Part number: PVGS2
- Description: PV-GS2 is a digital Palmcorder MultiCam camcorder with 22X Hi-Definition zoom and 800X digital zoom.
General
- Product Type Camcorder
- Digital Zoom 800 x
- Optical Sensor Size 1/6"
- Optical Sensor Type CCD
- Min Illumination 2 lux
- Analog Video Format NTSC
- Special Effects Mix, Slim, Wipe, Sepia, Trail, Mirror, Mosaic, Strobe, Stretch, Negative, Solarization, Black & White, Multi-image screen, Picture-in-Picture
- Image Stabilizer Electronic
- Digital Scene Transition Black fader
- Min Shutter Speed 1/60 sec
- Max Shutter Speed 1/8000 sec
- Shooting Modes Digital photo mode
- Shooting Programs Low light, Spotlight, Sports mode, Surf & snow, Portrait mode
- White Balance Custom, Presets, Automatic
- White Balance Presets Indoor, Outdoor
- Exposure Modes Program, Automatic
- Camera Flash None
- Webcam Capability Yes
Main Features
- Color Support Color
- Still Image Format JPEG
- Remote Control Optional - None
- Media Included Qty 1
- TV Tuner None
- Video Capture MPEG - 320 x 240 - Web camera mode
Memory / Storage
- Flash Memory None
- Floppy Drive None
- Image Storage Fine JPEG 640 x 480 : 100 - With 16MB card, Normal JPEG 640 x 480 : 200 - With 16MB card, Economy JPEG 640 x 480 : 400 - With 16MB card
- Media Type Mini DV
- Recording Speed LP, SP
Lens System
- Type Zoom lens - 2.1 mm - 46.2 mm - F/1.8
- Focal Length 2.1 mm - 46.2 mm
- Lens Aperture F/1.8
- Optical Zoom 22 x
- Lens system type Zoom lens
- Min focal length 2.1 mm
- Max focal length 46.2 mm
- Auto Focus TTL contrast detection
- Filter Size 27 mm
- Focus Adjustment Manual, Automatic
- Zoom Adjustment Motorized drive
Additional Features
- DV input Yes
- Edit Functions Audio dubbing
- Low Lux / Night Mode Yes
- Digital Still Camera Function Yes
- Search Modes Blank search, Index search
- Additional Features DPOF support, Built-in speaker, USB 2.0 compatibility, Backlight compensation
- Time Code Yes
- Remote control None
- Included Accessories Camcorder shoulder strap
Viewfinder
- Viewfinder Type Electronic
Display
- Type LCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.5 in - Color
Digital Player (Recorder)
- Type None
Microphone
- Type Microphone - Built-in
- Microphone Features Zoom, Wind noise reduction
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x Headphones, 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK), 1 x USB, 1 x Composite video/audio output, 1 x S-Video output, DC power input
- Expansion Slot(s) 1 x SD Memory Card
Audio Input
- Audio input type Microphone
- Microphone type Built-in
- Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
- Microphone Technology Electret condenser
Miscellaneous
- Carrying Case None
- Cables Included A/V cable
Power
- Power Device Power adapter + battery charger - External
- Battery type 1 x Camcorder battery - Rechargeable - Lithium ion
Battery
- Supported Battery 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( Included )
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 1 year
Viewfinder / Display
- Display Form Factor Rotating
- Viewfinder Color Support Black & white
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature 32 °F
- Max Operating Temperature 104 °F
Physical Characteristics
- Width 2.7 in
- Depth 4.4 in
- Height 3.4 in
- Weight 0.9 lbs
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