Panasonic SDR-H250

73 reviews

May, 2013

Positive
Usability (9)
Image quality (6)
Battery (6)
Color (3)
Value for money (1)

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Features (10)
Viewfinder (8)
Zoom (3)
Portability (1)
Connectivity (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 73 reviews from magazines and websites. People really like the value for money and color. The battery and image quality also get good feedback, but some have doubts about the portability and zoom.

usability, image quality, battery, color, value for money

features, viewfinder, design, zoom, portability

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Panasonic SDR-H250 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 83/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by: tech.co.uk staff (techradar.com)

Panasonic SDR-H250 review

Panasonic's "hybrid" camcorder offers a choice of video recording to either internal Hard Disc Drive or high-capacity SD card media and, on first impressions at least, shares an outward appearance with several models in the JVC Everio G range of HDD...

Versatile storage otions ; Easy to use ; Good overall quality

Not HD

Dec, 2007

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Expert review by: James Morris (trustedreviews.com)

Panasonic SDR-H250

With a 30GB hard disk and the option to record video to SD cards, does this 'hybrid' cut the mustard?

The Panasonic SDR-H250 is not a camcorder which will appeal to the video enthusiast, despite its trio of CCDs and comprehensive manual controls. The lack of audio inputs and accessory shoe discount it for anything other than its target market. The...

Feb, 2008

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Expert review by: Mark Harris (cnet.co.uk)

Panasonic SDR-H250 review

Panasonic arrives at the hard drive party just as everyone is leaving for the hi-def shindig up the road. The H250 has a lot to recommend it today -- notably a great lens, flexible storage and usable manual features -- but it'll soon look as quaint and...

Hard drive/memory card combination ; Superb Leica lens ; Easy creative features

Average video in standard def ; No viewfinder ; Ugly photos

Unfortunately for Panasonic, standard-definition shooters are starting to look endangered as we enter the hi-def age, with products like Sony's Handycam HDR-SR1 around. Although this smart, sexy model is a great introduction to digital movie-making,...

Mar, 2007

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Expert review by: Mark Harris (cnet.com.au)

Panasonic SDR-H250

The H250 has a lot to offer today — notably a great lens, flexible storage and usable manual features — but it'll soon look as quaint and outmoded as VHS.

Hard drive/memory card combination ; Superb Leica lens ; Easy creative features

Average video in standard def ; No viewfinder ; Ugly photos

The Panasonic SDR-H250 is slated to arrive in stores in April.

Mar, 2007

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Expert review by: CB (simplydv.co.uk)

SimplyDV Review: Panasonic SDR-H250 HDD/SDHC Camcorder

Unless you've been living on the moon for the last couple of years you'll know that tape and even DVD is giving way to camcorders that record to hard disc and solid-state media. Panasonic's SDR-H280 offers both.

Ok, let's be realistic. At a point in the evolution of home video when everything is leaning towards high definition very quickly (as witnessed by Panasonic's own offerings), the SDR-H280 isn't a high-def camcorder. It's a standard definition model...

Apr, 2008

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Expert review by: (camuser.co.uk)

Panasonic SDR-H250

1GB onboard memory, Excellent call quality, Innovative design, Versatile storage options, Easy to use, Good overall quality

Small screen, Sluggish scroll wheel, Poor camera, Not HD

A generous set of user-friendly features together with its combined ability to shoot either to SDHC cards or HDD in impressive widescreen makes this camcorder the obvious choice for upgraders who aren't quite ready to make the leap to HD quite yet

Dec, 2007

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Expert review by: Mark Harris (asia.cnet.com)

Review: Panasonic SDR-H250

This tapeless digital camcorder from Panasonic records to either a 30GB hard drive or SD card, but it risks soon being superseded by hi-def rivals.

Hard drive/memory card combination; superb Leica lens; easy creative features

Average video in standard def; no viewfinder; ugly photos

Panasonic's first harddisk camcorder is a great first effort. It's taken all the best elements from its tape models and transferred them successfully, although there are a few minor things we wish hadn't made the transition. Unfortunately for...

Mar, 2007

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Expert review by: Colin Barrett (simplydv.co.uk)

SimplyDV Review: Panasonic SDR-H250 Hybrid HDD/SD 3CCD camcorder

Overall design and handling very good. Menu system not over-featured, selection via mini-joystick is quick and easy. 3CCD picture and sound quality excellent for the price. MegaOIS is excellent. DVD Copy feature invaluable for the first-time user who...

If you're a camcorder newbie looking for a good first-time domestic model, and you like the idea of shooting high-quality tapeless video, then you'll consider this great value for money and a good choice.

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Consumer review by: br45 (cnet.com.au)