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Panasonic HDC-HS20 80GB Full HD Camcorder

  • Price: $749.95
  • GBP 477.67
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  • B&H # PAHDCHS20K
  • Mfr# HDC-HS20K

Product Highlights

  • 1920 x 1080 HD
  • 80GB HDD
  • SD/SDHC Card Slot
  • 1/6" CMOS Sensor
  • Leica Dicomar Lens
  • 16x Optical Zoom
  • 2.7" Wide LCD
  • Advanced O.I.S.
  • iA Mode
  • Mac Compatible

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The entry-level HDC-HS20 80GB Full HD Camcorder from Panasonic gives you high definition recording at an affordable price. Whether you want to record all the moments of your baby's first few years or show off your intimidating skateboard skills, the HDC-HS20 has solid features and the flexibility of hard drive and SD/SDHC memory card recording, which lends well to Internet sharing. If you're looking to do a little more with your memories, take advantage of the HS20's compatibility with Mac for editing in iMovie.

You don't have to worry about not getting that once in a lifetime moment, either. The camera's Intelligent Auto (iA) mode takes the confusion out of recording by automatically adjusting for your specific situation with features such as Face Detection and Scene Detection. Other advanced features like the Leica Dicomar lens and 16x optical zoom give you an added edge.

The HDC-HS20 provides the quality of HD, and ease-of-use, at a manageable price.

Full 1920 x 1080 HD Recording
The HDC-HS20 records in true 1920 x 1080 high definition, resulting in fine detail and high resolution - a must for viewing on any HDTV.
Record to HDD and Flash Memory
Forget about bulky media - record to the 80GB hard disk drive in the HDC-HS20 or to external SD/SDHC flash memory cards.
1/6" CMOS Image Sensor
The 1/6" CMOS image sensor captures life-like high definition video (MPEG4) and still (JPEG) images.
Leica Dicomar Lens & 16x Optical Zoom
The Lecia Dicomar lens boasts multi-coatings and 7 elements for clean images with natural color. 16x optical zoom brings far off subjects up close with little to no loss in image quality.
2.7" Wide LCD Display
The 2.7" wide LCD gives you a generous viewing surface on which to compose and playback video and stills.
Digital Still Recording
The HDC-HS20 doubles as a digital still camera. Still images in the JPEG format easily upload to the Internet for sharing.
Creative Control and Workflow Features
  • Intelligent Auto mode automatically adjusts for the scene, includes Face Detection & Scene Detection
  • 5.1 channel surround sound
  • Auto Power LCD and quick power on
  • Compatible with Mac for editing in iMovie
  • Networking with Panasonic VIERA TV or Blu-ray player
Optics
Sensor 1.47 Megapixel 1/6" CMOS
Lens 2.95 - 47.2 mm
f/1.8 - 3.3
Zoom Optical: 16x
Digital: 1000x
Filter Size 43 mm
Recording
System NTSC
Recording Media Hard Disk Drive 80GB Video/Image
SD/SDHC   1
Please Note:

SD/SDHC memory card not included

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Recording Time Hard Disk Drive
HA: 10 hours, 30 minutes
HE: 33 hours, 20 minutes
SD/SDHC
1GB: HA: 7 minutes
1GB: HE: 21 minutes
32GB: HA: 4 hours
32GB: HE: 12 hours
Video Format High Definition
MPEG AVC/H.264
1920 x 1080, 1440 x 1080
Still Image Resolution JPEG: 2.1 Megapixel
Audio Format 5.1-ChannelStereo
Display
Display Type LCD
Screen Size 2.7"
Touchscreen No
Features
Image Stabilization Optical
Lux 1400 (Standard illumination)
9 (1/30 low light mode)
1 (Magic Pix)
Built-in Mic Yes
Built-in Speaker Yes
Built-in Light/Flash Light - Yes
Flash - Yes
Accessory Shoe None
Tripod Mount 1/4"
Input/Output Connectors
Inputs None
Outputs 1x A/V
1x USB 2.0
1x Component Video (out)
1x Mini HDMI
Microphone Input No
Headphone Jack No
General
Languages English, Spanish, French
System Requirements Windows System
  • 2000, XP, Vista

Macintosh System
  • OS X 10.4 or later
2
Please Note:

Mac: 10.4 or higher for iMovie '08

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Battery Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack
Power Adapter 110-240VAC, 50/60HZ
Dimensions (WxHxD) 2.52 x 2.72 x 5.04" / 64.01 x 69.09 x 128.02 mm
Weight 0.79 lb / 358.34 g

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Panasonic HDC-HS20 80GB Full HD Camcorder
 
5.0

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5.0

great features for less price

By hc

from calgary ab

About Me Casual User

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Pros

  • Comfortable to Operate
  • Durable
  • Great Features
  • Great Picture Quality
  • Simple Controls
  • Versatile

Cons

  • Poor Battery Life
  • Poor Sound

Best Uses

  • HD Shooting
  • Home Movies
  • Travel

Comments about Panasonic HDC-HS20 80GB Full HD Camcorder:

Just received my HS20.[...]great features like the 80GB HDD, 12x optical zoom, HD. Would be better with the accessory shoe and view finder.

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Media

Recording media is not included, be prepared - always carry extra media.

Delkin Devices -  8GB SDHC Memory Card eFilm PRO Class 6
  • Price: $12.95
  • GBP 8.25
 

Batteries & Power

Don't get caught without power, always have a spare battery.

Panasonic -  VW-VBG070 Lithium-Ion Battery Pack
  • Price: $36.90
  • GBP 23.50
 

Bags & Cases

Carry, store, and protect all your equipment with a bag or case.

Lowepro -  Edit 120 Camera Shoulder Bag
  • Price: $18.95
  • GBP 12.07
 

Filters

Protect your lens or produce a desired visual effect by adding a filter.

Hoya -  43mm Circular Polarizer Glass Filter
  • Price: $26.00
  • GBP 16.56
 

Lenses & Adaptors

Capture the right view with a conversion lens.

Pearstone -  DVP-WA07-43 0.7x Wide Angle Lens Attachment
    • Original: $92.50
    • Save: $9.25
  • Price: $83.25
  • GBP 53.02
 

On-Camera Lights

Adjust the lighting for virtually any indoor and many outdoor applications.

General Brand -  Straight Flash Bracket
  • Price: $8.95
  • GBP 5.70
 

Tripods & Support

Stabilize your video with the support you need.

Pearstone -  VT2500B Video Tripod System
    • Original: $149.95
    • Save: $14.99
  • Price: $134.96
  • GBP 85.96
 

What's in the Box

Panasonic HDC-HS20 80GB Full HD Camcorder
  • HDC-HS20 High Definition HDD Camcorder
  • AC Adapter
  • Battery Pack
  • Video Component Cable
  • A/V Cable
  • USB Cable
  • IR Remote
  • HD Writer AE 1.0 Software
  • AC/DC Cables
  • 90-Days Labor & 1-Year Parts Limited Warranty
 
 
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