Panasonic PV-GS500 3-CCD Mini DV Camcorder

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Panasonic PV-GS500 3-CCD Mini DV Camcorder
Key Features
  • MiniDV Recording
  • SDHC Card Slot
  • 1/4.7" 3 CCD Sensor
  • Leica Lens
Looking for an affordable 3 CCD digital camcorder that's ready to go out of the box? The Panasonic PV-GS500 3 CCD Mini DV Camcorder is for you. This camcorder comes with a variety of features, including a three CCD image sensor, 700x digital zoom, 16:9 wide-screen capability, optical image stabilization and a SD Card slot. This camcorder also features a 4.0 megapixel still camera mode, as well as a 2.7-Inch LCD.
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Panasonic PV-GS500 Overview

Looking for an affordable 3 CCD digital camcorder that's ready to go out of the box? The Panasonic PV-GS500 3 CCD Mini DV Camcorder is for you. This camcorder comes with a variety of features, including a three CCD image sensor, 700x digital zoom, 16:9 wide-screen capability, optical image stabilization and a SD Card slot. This camcorder also features a 4.0 megapixel still camera mode, as well as a 2.7-Inch LCD.

4.0 megapixel CCD
Looking for a feature-rich still image camera and digital camcorder all in one? This camcorder features a 4.0 megapixel CCD Image Sensor, which captures images with breathtaking detail. In addition, this camcorder's photos are stored on a memory card, at 2288 x 1728 maximum resolution.
2.7-Inch LCD viewfinder
Need to shoot your footage with ease? The 2.7-Inch viewfinder on this camcorder ensures that you won't miss a single detail.
700x Zoom
If you need to get up close from a far distance, this camcorder comes with a 700x digital zoom. Record the finest details from even the farthest locations.
16:9 Wide-screen Capability
Looking to shoot wide-screen or panoramic footage? This camera supports 16:9 wide-screen format. Shoot breathtaking vistas and full family photos, all at the touch of a button.
SD Card Slot
If you need to store images that you shoot with your camcorder, look no further. This camcorder comes with a SD card slot.
FireWire and USB 2.0
Do you want to transfer your video footage to the video editing software on your home computer? This camcorder comes with both FireWire and USB 2.0 connectors, so you can download your videos and photos to any FireWire or USB 2.0-capable computer.

Panasonic PV-GS500 Specs

Camera
Sensor
1/4.7" CCD (1.07 Megapixels) x 3
Lens
Leica lens; Auto iris, F1.6-2.8, Focal length; 3.3-39.6 mm, Macro (Full range AF)
Zoom
12x Optical
700x Digital
Filter Size
Filter diameter: 43mm
Image Stabilization
Optical Image Stabilizer (O.I.S.)
Lux
Minimum Illumination: 5 lx
Standard illumination: 1,400 lx
Recording
System
NTSC
Format
MiniDV
Audio
PCM digital recording; 16 bit (48 kHz/2 ch), 12 bit (32 kHz/4 ch)
Time Code
NTSC
Date & Time
12 hour, MMDDYYYY
A/V Dubbing
Yes
Display
Viewfinder
Color viewfinder
LCD Monitor
2.7" color monitor, 123,000 pixels
Conveniences
Manual Controls
White balance, focus, shutter speed, iris/gain
Built-in Light
EfficiBright LED Light
Built-in Mic
Zoom mic
Built-In Speaker
Yes
Accessory Shoe
Smart accessory shoe (powered by camcorder)
Titler
Yes (using MotionDV Studio)
Digital Effects
Yes
Fade Resistance
Yes
Tape Loading
Automatic tape loading
Digital Still Mode
Resolution
4.0 megapixel; 2288x1728 maximum resolution
Card Slot
SD slot
Built-in Flash
Yes
Input/Output Connectors
Line In Recording
Yes (Firewire)
Inputs
FireWire (IEEE 1394) x 1
USB 2.0 x 1
Mic in
Outputs
AV Composite Video x 1
FireWire (IEEE 1394) x 1
USB 2.0 x 1
Edit Protocol
No
Microphone Input
Yes - stereo mini-jack
Headphone Jack
No
General
Power Requirements
110-240VAC, 50/60Hz
Power Consumption
Power supply: 1360mAh
Recording: 6.0W
AC Adaptor: 19W
Dimensions
2.9 x 3.6 x 6" (7.4 x 9.1 x 15.2cm)
Weight
1.26 lbs (0.57kg)

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