Panasonic SDR-S26

678 reviews

Dec, 2024

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usability (468)
portability (424)
price (248)
zoom (232)
size (148)

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memory (7)
viewfinder (6)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 678 reviews of Panasonic SDR-S26. The average rating for this product is 3.8/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the size and zoom. The price and portability also get good comments. Opinions are divided on the image quality, and many are negative about the viewfinder and memory.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Panasonic SDR-S26 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 87/100 = Very good quality.

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Amazon.co.uk review summary for Panasonic SDR-S26

alaTest has collected and analyzed 239 user reviews of Panasonic SDR-S26 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.co.uk. Reviews about the zoom and image quality are on the whole positive. The price and portability also get good views, but many are critical about the memory and color.

usability, portability, price, image quality, zoom

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84% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Dec, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Panasonic SDR-S26

alaTest has collected and analyzed 232 user reviews of Panasonic SDR-S26 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.com. Reviewers really like the size and zoom. The price and portability are also mentioned favorably, but there are some negative comments about the durability and memory.

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77% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Dec, 2024

Expert review by : Jeremy Stamas (camcorderinfo.com)

Panasonic SDR-S26 Camcorder Review

We know you may be wondering why we're reviewing a 2009 camcorder when we're already a couple of weeks into 2010. Since most of the new 2010 models are still a few months from hitting the shelves, we felt there was still a considerable market for the...

Jan, 2010

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Expert review by : Jeremy Stamas (reviewed.com)

Panasonic SDR-S26

70x zoom, and lots of controls, but performance and handling leave a lot to be desired

Gigantic 70x optical zoom; A host of manual controls

Actually adjusting those controls is hard; Terrible sharpness

We were impressed by the huge, 70x optical zoom on the SDR-S26, but the camcorder failed to deliver the goods when it came to video performance. In low light, the camcorder simply didn’t produce a pleasant image, and in bright light it measured the...

Jan, 2010

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Expert review by : Chris Jager (goodgearguide.com.au)

Panasonic SDR-S26-K digital video camcorder

Standard-definition flash memory camcorder with ultra-powerful 70x optical zoom

70x optical zoom, attractive lightweight design, novice-friendly iA mode

Poor night mode, 'Web Mode' is a poorly implemented gimmick

The Panasonic SDR-S26-K digital video camcorder is a solid performer in the standard-definition space. It offers an impressive array of features for the asking price, the highlight of which is its ultra-powerful 70x optical zoom.

Apr, 2009

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Expert review by : Ian Osborne (techradar.com)

Panasonic SDR-S26 review

This ultra-mini movie-maker packs in the lens power with its monster 70x zoom

Convenient SDHC card memory ; Built-in optical stabiliser ; Small enough to fit in a coat pocket

Files need converting to play on Mac ; Doesn't record in high definition ; Stills quality limited to 0.3 megapixels

Fun toy-like tool for web authoring, but is hard to use and short on picture quality

Mar, 2009

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Expert review by : Sandeep B (tech.firstpost.com)

Panasonic SDR-S26

An extremely compact camcorder that is much similar to the SDR-H90 in terms of looks and features.

Apr, 2010

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Expert review by : Rosemary Hattersley (techadvisor.co.uk)

Panasonic SDR-S26 review

The Panasonic SDR-S26 is a rare beast - a sub-£200 video camera that is a 'proper' camcorder with a traditional form factor and a flip out screen.

In strong sunlight or well-lit interiors, the Panasonic SDR-S26 is highly impressive. It’s less so in dimmer conditions – what you see on the LCD doesn't necessarily translate to a nice, bright set of footage when played back on a PC. Nonetheless, this...

Jun, 2009

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Panasonic SDR-S26 review

This ultra-lightweight, SD-card cam has a handy YouTube mode – but can its standard-def movies still tempt fans of HD?

Simple to use and dinky enough to fit in a jacket pocket, but low light shots can be grainy

Feb, 2009

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Expert review by (gadgetheaven.co.uk)

Panasonic SDR S26 Camcorder

One of the most talked about feature of camcorders has been the storage. From the old days of VHS we have stepped into the digital age. Still, we have a lot of choices, DVD, Mini-DV, hard-drive, SD etc. This camcorder is a SD memory model. The real...

May, 2012

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Expert review by : paul_smart (gadgetspeak.com)

Panasonic Camcorder SDR S26

Over the years Camcorders have got both smaller and lighter. The optical zoom has increased and in almost all cases they have got easier to use. However now with huge zooms have they become just impossible to hold still at or near maximum zoom?

red still camera and inverted green arrow. This is simply off, take movie, view movie, take still image, view still image. Very user friendly. Also on the back is a flip up door covering A/V output and DC input. The top has the wide angle/telephoto...

Nov, 2009

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Expert review by : Rosemary Hattersley (macworld.co.uk)

Panasonic SDR-S26 review

The Panasonic SDR-S26 is a sub-£200 video camera that is a 'proper' camcorder with a traditional form factor and a flip out screen.

Light and portable, great price, impressive in good lighting

No HD recording facility

In strong sunlight or well-lit interiors, the Panasonic SDR-S26 is highly impressive. It’s less so in dimmer conditions – what you see on the LCD doesn’t necessarily translate to a nice, bright set of footage when played back on a computer....

Jun, 2009

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