Reviews of the Panasonic PV-GS150
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: Experts rate this product 79/100 and users 81/100. Comparing these reviews to 108406 other Camcorders reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 84/100 = Very Good.
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asia.cnet.com
Review Summary: Initially, we were impressed by the manual ring on the lens barrel which we thought would be similar to the manual focus ring on the NV-GS400. However, this turned out to be a red herring. Taking a cue from Sony, the manual ring is actually the open ...
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easycamcorders.com
Review Summary: The Panasonic PV-GS150 is a stunner of a value. The middle of the line 3 CCD camcorder this year, it may not have all the features of its superstar sibling, the PV-GS250, but it is an excellent camcorder in its own right. It features most of the same ...
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digitaltrends.com
Review Summary: The Panasonic PV-GS150, with its 3CCD Camera System, reproduces color in great fidelity by using a separate CCD for reds, greens and blues. It's the same 3CCD technology used in Panasonic profess...
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goodgearguide.com.au
Review Summary: Although it has some weaknesses, the GS150 delivers quality video via its 3CCD sensor, in a tidy package that is very easy to use.
Manufacturer: Panasonic
Part number: PV-GS150
General
- Product Type Camcorder
- Digital Zoom 700 x
- Optical Sensor Size 1/6"
- Optical Sensor Type 3CCD
- Min Illumination 1 lux
- Analog Video Format NTSC
- Digital Video Format MJPEG
- Image Stabilizer Electronic
- Digital Scene Transition Black fader, White 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 Manual, Program, Automatic
- Camera Flash Built-in flash
- Flash Modes Auto mode, Fill-in mode, Flash OFF mode
- Features Flash +/- compensation
- Webcam Capability Yes
Main Features
- Color Support Color
- Still Image Format JPEG
- Remote Control Remote control - Infrared
- TV Tuner None
- Video Capture MPEG - 320 x 240 - Web camera mode
Memory / Storage
- Flash Memory None
- Floppy Drive None
- Image Storage Fine JPEG 1760 x 1320 : 24 - With 32MB card, Normal JPEG 1760 x 1320 : 40 - With 32MB card, Fine JPEG 1280 x 960 : 47 - With 32MB card, Normal JPEG 1280 x 960 : 76 - With 32MB card, Fine JPEG 640 x 480 : 220 - With 32MB card, Normal JPEG 640 x 480 : 440 - With 32MB card
- Media Type Mini DV
- Recording Speed LP, SP
Camera Flash
- Guide Number (m / ISO 100) 4
- Effective Flash Range 3.3 ft - 6.6 ft
Lens System
- Type Zoom lens - 2.45 mm - 24.5 mm - F/1.8-2.8
- Focal Length 2.45 mm - 24.5 mm
- Lens Aperture F/1.8-2.8
- Optical Zoom 10 x
- Lens system type Zoom lens
- Min focal length 2.45 mm
- Lens Manufacturer Leica
- Max focal length 24.5 mm
- Auto Focus TTL contrast detection
- Features Built-in neutral density filter
- Filter Size 37 mm
- Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera 47.1 - 471 mm
- Focus Adjustment Manual, Automatic
- Zoom Adjustment Motorized drive
Additional Features
- DV input Yes
- Self Timer Yes
- Self Timer Delay 10 sec
- Edit Functions Audio dubbing
- Low Lux / Night Mode Yes
- Digital Still Camera Function Yes
- Search Modes Blank search
- Additional Features DPOF support, Date/time stamp, Built-in speaker, PictBridge support, Accessories hot shoe, USB 2.0 compatibility, Backlight compensation
- Time Code Yes
- Remote control Remote control - Infrared
- Software Drivers & Utilities, Panasonic MotionDV STUDIO
- Included Accessories Lens cap, Camcorder shoulder strap, Wired remote control with microphone
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 IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK), 1 x USB, 1 x S-Video output, 1 x Composite video/audio output, 1 x Microphone, 1 x Headphones
- 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
System Requirements for PC Connection
- Peripheral Devices USB port, CD-ROM drive, IEEE 1394 port
Miscellaneous
- Carrying Case None
- Cables Included USB cable, A/V cable
Power
- Power Device Power adapter + battery charger - External
Battery
- Supported Battery Panasonic CGA-DU12
- Supported Battery 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery - 1150 mAh ( Included )
Viewfinder / Display
- Display Form Factor Rotating
- Viewfinder Color Support Color
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature 32 °F
- Max Operating Temperature 104 °F
Physical Characteristics
- Width 2.8 in
- Depth 4.8 in
- Height 2.9 in
- Weight 0.9 lbs
User Opinions
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