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Panasonic SDR-SW20 / SW20E Reviews
Camcorder - widescreen - 680 Kpix - optical zoom: 10 x - supported memory: MMC, SD, SDHC - flash card - silver More product details
$210.00
Waterproof to 5 feet with decent results (cnet.com)
Waterproof to 5 feet with decent results (cnet.com)
alaTest Review Summary for Panasonic SDR-SW20 / SW20E
We have collected and analyzed 28 expert reviews and 142 user reviews from international sources. Experts rate this product 61/100 and users rate it 68/100. The average review date is October 11, 2008. We have compared these reviews to 105250 reviews from other Camcorders. The alaScore™ for this product is 89/100 = Very good. Last update: November 19, 2009.
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170 reviews
November, 2009
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Expert Reviews (28)
Panasonic SDR-SW20 (Red) review
Waterproof to 5 feet with decent results
Poor performance and image quality ; insecure handstrap ; relatively expensive
that produce the same or better video for less money.
For those who need a compact, weatherproof camcorder that can take some abuse...
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Panasonic SDR-SW20
If you're an extreme sports person and want a camcorder to stand up to some punishment, then the SW20 can hold its own. However, prepare for detail to be minimal in low light, but great when the sun is shining. Plan on using this footage on a DVD, ...
Easy to download with only a USB cord, Sturdy, can be dropped up to 4 feet with no damage, Waterproof to 5 feet for 30 minutes, Perfect for the active outdoor person, Cool to have, looks sharp
While I am a huge fan of standard definition camcorders, there is no bias..
Panasonic SDR-SW20 Review: While I am a huge fan of standard definition...
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Panasonic SDR-SW20
With a single 1/6-inch CCD (gross pixel count of 640,000), don't expect much. In fact, our testing showed the SDR-SW20's video quality to be quite poor. Low resolution and excessive graininess were the biggest problems. Colors appeared dull even under ...
Panasonic has a clearly marked Auto mode on all its camcorders, which allows for simple point-and-shoot operation. Given the target audience of carefree vacationers, most shooters will keep the SDR-SW20 keep it locked up in Auto mode. Fortunately, the ...
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User Reviews (142)
"1st one lasted 2 wks. It just stopped trying to preview"
1st one only lasted 2 weeks failing on vacati...
Great for snorkeling, beach, pool, water rides
Quality of still picture
"Its like opera..is better than you think...it has to be"
Small enough to fit into your pocket, espcially BDU type pants
Still pictures are not the highest quality but sort of what you'd expect
"A small body with a mediocre image quality"
Got one from B&H about two weeks ago. Ver...
Damage proof, compact
Poor image definition and faded colors
Manufacturer's Description
Panasonic's SDR-SW20 compact SD camcorder is built tough so you can shoot in places never before possible. Take it underwater as deep as 5 feet for great video in the pool or ocean. Waterproofing also means you can shoot in the rain or snow with no worries. The SW20 is also shockproof, resisting damage even if dropped from a height of up to 4 feet with improved fortification inside and out. A dustproof design keeps the camcorder safe even if handled with dirty hands or used in a place with...
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