Panasonic NV-DS38

41 reviews

May, 2013

Positive
Image quality (9)
Build quality (4)
Value for money (4)
Design (2)
Portability (1)

Negative
Connectivity (9)
Features (9)
Usability (6)
Resolution (3)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 41 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviews about the battery and design are generally positive. The build quality and value for money are also mentioned favorably, but there are some critical views about the resolution and usability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Panasonic NV-DS38 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 74/100 = Good quality.

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Consumer review by: frank442441 (epinions.com)

oanasonic NV-DS38 CAMCORDER

Picture quality fantastic, very user friendly.

the price

Feb, 2006

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Consumer review by: (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon review summary for the Panasonic NV-DS38

alaTest has collected and analysed 4 user reviews of the Panasonic NV-DS38 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 5.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.co.uk.

design, battery, usability

100% of reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

May, 2013

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Consumer review by: Sally-Hull (dooyoo.co.uk)

Panasonic NV-DS38: Does Its Job Well

My old video camera before it was stolen by pikeys. This machine excelled at everything. Picture quality is loads better than my new Sony. Also the IR night vision works better too. Had this for about 4 years with no problems at all. Battery life with...

Build quality and picture quality

battery life

Jul, 2008

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Consumer review by: martinhuntsbargains (amazon.co.uk)

What a performance

When I bought this, I didn't realise how good a piece of kit it actually is, but then it is Panasonic. The reviewer who took his to Glastonbury knows his stuff and I could not add any more praise other than even a complete novice like me can...

Feb, 2006

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Consumer review by: (amazon.co.uk)

What a performance

When I bought this, I didn't realise how good a piece of kit it actually is, but then it is Panasonic.The reviewer who took his to Glastonbury knows his stuff and I could not add any more praise other than even a complete novice like me can produce a...

Feb, 2006

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Consumer review by: UK Guest (reviewstop.co.uk)

What a performance

When I bought this Panasonic NV DS38 Mini DV camcorder, I didn't realise how good a piece of kit it actually is, but then it ...

Feb, 2006

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Consumer review by: Joseph (amazon.co.uk)

Video Camera Battery

This battery was purchased as a replacement battery for my NV DS 28 Video camera. The delivery time was excellent. The battery was put on charge and installed in the camera and the camera worked perfectly. No problems at all.

Oct, 2005

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Consumer review by: crustacean (dooyoo.co.uk)

crustacean

better than Sony for the price - Advantages: light, compact but not too fiddly-small, x15 optical zoom, manual features, SD card. IN?OUT as standard, stills-shot card, battery and tape replace without taking off tripod - Disadvantages: P/sonic may have...

Jan, 2003

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Consumer review by: UK Guest (reviewstop.co.uk)

A brilliant piece of kit

The Panasonic NV DS38 Mini DV features list lacks nothing and yet the camera is simple to operate, mentally and physically. Man...

Oct, 2002

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Consumer review by: C. Nation (amazon.co.uk)

A brilliant piece of kit

...The features list lacks nothing and yet the camera is simple to operate, mentally and physically. Manual control is comprehensive, effective and again, easy to get to grips with. The lens has 15x optical zoom - you'll be pushed to find more at twice...

Oct, 2002

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