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83 reviews
Apr, 2025
alaTest has collected and analyzed 83 reviews of Panasonic HDC SD700. The average rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders for all reviews. Reviews about the design and size are generally positive. The portability and image quality also get good feedback. There are some mixed views about the zoom, and there are some less positive comments about the reliability and price.
usability, image quality, portability, size, design
battery, price, reliability
We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Panasonic HDC SD700 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 89/100 = Very good quality.
See all Panasonic CamcordersExpert review by : Chris Jager (goodgearguide.com.au)
The Panasonic HDC-SD700 is a Full HD camcorder that records AVCHD video to removable flash memory cards. With a retail price of $1499, it slots snugly...
Superb 1080p HD video performance, 14.2-megapixel still image mode, lots of high-end features for videophiles (including external audio and a manual focus ring)
A bit bulkier than competing flash memory-based camcorders, no inbuilt memory
The Panasonic HDC-Sd700 is everything that a high-def camcorder should be. It provides a wealth of advanced features for experienced videographers, while remaining very user-friendly for beginners. Without question, it is one of the best HD camcorders...
Expert review by : Chris Jager, PCW (techadvisor.co.uk)
The Panasonic HDC-SD700 slots snugly between the Panasonic SDR-H280 and the Panasonic HDC-HS700-K as the company's midrange offering.
The Panasonic HDC-Sd700 is everything that a high-def camcorder should be. It provides a wealth of advanced features for experienced videographers, while remaining very user-friendly for beginners. Without question, it is one of the best HD camcorders...
Consumer review (reevoo.com)
Image quality
Built in audio mike poor compared with my external Sony mike, expected better.
Consumer review (reevoo.com)
Easy to use and simple
weigth video to transfert in standard HD
Consumer review (reevoo.com)
photos sharpness (number of pixel) numerical indications for manual mode very easing use in manual mode
no manual gamma check (gamma too high like in my previous Panasonic HDC-SD1)
Consumer review (reevoo.com)
Excellent camcorder with great image and sound quality
Consumer review (reevoo.com)
Excellent high quality camcorder - easy to use in auto with all of the manual controls if you want them
Haven't found any yet
Consumer review (reevoo.com)
Where do I start, this unit is lightweight but robust and offers superior picture quality and complete ease of use.
None that I can think of.
Consumer review (reevoo.com)
Lightweight, powerful, auto and manual settings, easy to use out of the box, advanced setting when you need them.
Just make sure you buy a spare battery and SD card.