Samsung VP-D381

68 reviews

May, 2013

Positive
Value for money (19)
Usability (15)
Portability (4)
Build quality (3)
Image quality (2)

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Features (8)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 68 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers are impressed by the image quality and build quality. The portability and usability also get good feedback, whereas some have doubts about the battery and features.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Samsung VP-D381 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 75/100 = Good quality.

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Amazon review summary for the Samsung VP-D381

alaTest has collected and analysed 17 user reviews of the Samsung VP-D381 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.co.uk.

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47% of reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

May, 2013

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

Not good at all...

When I recieved this as a Christmas present from my family in 2008, I was left speechless. It worked good, appeared easy to use, looked fresh and in good size. However unfortunately, looks are deceiving. My main intention with this Mini DV camcorder...

Oct, 2011

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Consumer review by: Mr. Mathew D. Howells (amazon.co.uk)

Good Value Video Camera

I was looking for a video camera to capture my little boy growing up. I was worried about going digital because I felt that I might loose the files if my computer broke etc. I wanted some form of storage that I could see and keep in a safe place. So I...

Jan, 2010

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Consumer review by: Chad Bronson (amazon.co.uk)

A very mixed bag indeed!

For buyers going to buy this camcorder, have a read at this first. This camcorder is a very mixed bag in terms of performance and ease of accessability. The camcorder is light enough, certainly much lighter than some older MiniDV camcorders I've had...

Dec, 2009

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Consumer review by: Chad Bronson "C. Bronson." (amazon.co.uk)

A very mixed bag indeed!

Dec, 2009

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Consumer review by: kingdinga88 (dooyoo.co.uk)

Samsung VP D381: good

I purchased one of these beauties for use at work, since then itr has found it's way home and gets used for all sorts. I was unsure of whether to go for a hard drive camcorder or stick to tapes but I found this available and decided to go for it. I...

portable

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Jun, 2009

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Consumer review by: P. Loveridge (amazon.co.uk)

Does the simple acts

It does the simple act: film. It's small size enables myself to handle it effectivly without much shaking with its size or weight which is extremely light. The screen is wide and clear enough but for the other more advanced stuff it lacks. However the...

Jun, 2009

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Consumer review by: P. Loveridge (amazon.co.uk)

Does the simple acts

Jun, 2009

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Consumer review by: R. Mcnab (amazon.co.uk)

Fantastic

The item came extremly quickly which was great as i wanted it for my holiday to Rome.

The item came extremly quickly which was great as i wanted it for my holiday to Rome. \n \nThe item was in good condition and really easy to use! \n \nRecommend it to all!

Mar, 2009

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Consumer review by: R. Mcnab (amazon.co.uk)

Fantastic

The item came extremly quickly which was great as i wanted it for my holiday to Rome. The item was in good condition and really easy to use! Recommend it to all!

Mar, 2009

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