Panasonic HDC-HS9 Reviews

alaTest has collected and analyzed 88 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the design. The memory also impresses, but many are less positive about the control panel.

Design, Memory, Image, Appearance

Control panel, Interface, Battery, Usability

Experts rate this product 76/100 and users 82/100. We analyzed these ratings, the product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders, the Panasonic HDC-HS9 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 91/100 = Excellent quality.

Three years ago, the Panasonic HDC-HS9 would have been revolutionary, and its image-quality-to-price ratio would have impelled users to look past its limitations. Today, the camcorder is an also-ran on our comparison chart. Its most impressive ...

Compact size Affordable price

Disappointing image quality Poor low-light footage

Output jacks include component and composite video, USB, and HDMI ports. Unfortunately, the HDMI and DC power ports are located behind the battery, so accessibility is an issue. Working with video generated by the HDC-HS9 requires a fast modern ...

The HDC-HS9 delivers a decent image in bright light, but it's nothing to hold a parade for. Inside are three 1/6-inch CCDs, which is a downgrade from Panasonic's first-generation HDC-SD1, which had larger chips. Sharpness, color detail, and overall ...

The HDC-HS9's Auto mode suits most well-lit shooting environments. However, in lower light settings we noticed the auto focus faltering. For shooters who want a modicum of interaction with their camcorder but may not have a lot of shooting experience, ...