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- Intelligent 42x Zoom Shooting/33.7mm* Wide-Angle
- New HYBRID O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer)
- Zoom Mic and Wind Noise Canceller
- IA (Intelligent Auto) with Face Recognition
- 120GB HDD and SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Card Hybrid Recording
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- Intelligent 42x Zoom Shooting/33.7mm* Wide-Angle
- New HYBRID O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer)
- Zoom Mic and Wind Noise Canceller
- IA (Intelligent Auto) with Face Recognition
- 120GB HDD and SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Card Hybrid Recording
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39 of 40 people found the following review helpful
I've just started getting my head around the camcorder. The quality of the images is excellent and I love being able to capture photos at the same time as filming. I have set the camcorder so that all my pics are stored on an SD card, whereas the movies are stored on the hard drive - you can alter this as and when you wish. I wasn't impressed with the panasonic software which came with it and have been trying out a free download of Magix which I quite like. As such, I would suggest if you purchase this product, you will also need to purchase a video editing programme. I like the size of the camcorder and it is very easy to use. The zoom is excellent and it will automatically brighten images far away once it is focused on them. I have a 90ft garden and was able to pick up very clear images of my rabbits and other wildlife whilst sitting in my house. I would also suggest that if you wish to record longer scenes or images further away that you consider purchasing a stand to put the camcorder on. I am in the process of doing this as, although the camcorder reduces shake, it is inevitable there will be movement if you are holding it. The zoom function takes a little getting used too as it tends to zoom in and out VERY fast, or should I say the button to adjust the zoom is very sensitive. As long as you only just touch the zoom button, you will master the technique of a slower zoom and therefore avoid losing focus. The battery life seems quite good, although I can't give an estimate time as I tend to switch it off and on over several days, however there is definately over 1 1/2hrs on the battery. You can also purchase a battery which lasts twice as long as the one supplied which may be useful to use as the main one and then use the provided one as a back-up. You can also use the camcorder whilst connected to the mains. The mic is really good and I have had no problems with wind noise when outdoors, although we are having exceptionally good weather so I haven't used it in extreme BAD weather yet. Most of my recording so far has been outside and there are no issues with the quality. I haven't used at night or in low lighting. I would purchase this one again. The only issue is that I save everything in HD and my computer isn't quite fast enough to cope with playing these back, resulting in jumping. However, you can record at a lower image quality and the video editing software that I am trying will also enable you to play back at lower quality. As such, this is not causing any problems and is a pretty good excuse to upgrade my computer sooner rather than later.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Purchased June 2011. Camera is simple and easy to use. As one who needs to wear glasses for reading I was able to deal with nearly everything without glasses. Touch menu a little confusing at first but once the principle is grasped it is easy. Picture quality excellent, sound good, though a little prone to wind noise. Need to explore and see if there is a setting to lower mic sensitivity in such conditions. Battery life good. Size excellent easy to handle and move about. Overall I am please with it but I must say I dont like buttons etc. I like things automatic, simple and good quality. To date it is living up to all my expectations.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
I purchased the HS80 from Amazon. Before i have bought this item i have done a full research on buying a good HD Camcorder, with a built in hard drive. I have found that this is the best HD Camcorder you'll find with a large 120gb - Thats over 30Hr of Full HD 1050p Recording. And as for the price sold on amazon its very cheap comparing it to Argos and Panasonic store. Its a nice size using it for 3 mnths.. not had any problems.. if anyone is looking for a camcorder i would stongly recomend the panasonic HS80. YouTube has very good vidoes of the HD quaility specially with the x42 Intelligent Zoom feature.. Full forcus on the moon or at the beach with out loosing its quality.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Amazing
Just bought this for my father in law, and I can say it is brilliant. It's perfect fit for your hand and yet in such a small package it has a ridiculous amount of functions. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Paul T
Does not live up to DV
I bought the camcorder to replace a Sony DV Camcorder. The video and stills of the HS80 was not as good as my old Sony. Indoor video and photos were very poor. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Andrew
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