Panasonic PVDV851 MiniDV Digital Palmcorder with Built-in Digital Still Mode

by Panasonic

Product Details

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• Shipping Weight: 4 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00005AMCW
• Item model number: PVDV851
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #52,875 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: September 4, 1973

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Constructed with a 10x optical zoom, the PV-DV851 also has a number of other built-in features that make it an all-around champ. Digital image stabilization helps smooth out the shakes common to high zoom levels and handheld camcorders. Your shots can be framed using either the 2.5-inch LCD monitor, or the color EVF. A manual focus ring allows you to create interesting depth-of-field effects and to use other video techniques.

An external mic input is included, which means you have the ability to utilize more professional sound gear, if you so desire. Otherwise, you can just stick to the built-in microphone. A headphone jack is also included, making it easy to monitor the sound you are getting.

Professional videographers can adjust a number of camera functions based on what setting they are shooting in. Panasonic has conveniently included a five-mode program AE for just this purpose. Simply select the environment, and the camera will make the adjustments necessary to optimize footage. You can choose from among sports, portrait, low light, spot light, and surf and snow. You also get the added benefit of a number of digital effects and faders that can help add a bit of professional flair to your video creations.

Still images are captured at a resolution of 1,200 x 900 pixels onto the included 8 MB SD card. A USB card-reader accompanies the camcorder for easy download of your images.

Product Description

VHS camcorder playsback tapes in VCR w/VHS adaptor, 150X digital zoom, 26X optical zoom, color viewfinder, digital electronic image stabilization, built-in auto light, motion sensor allows you to tape while away w/motion sensor recording, auto titler/phrase titler, 7 mode digital color fader, preset date and time stamp

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2.0 out of 5 stars Heaven forbid yours should ever need repair, February 19, 2002

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Laurie Francis (Sisters, Oregon United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Panasonic PVDV851 MiniDV Digital Palmcorder with Built-in Digital Still Mode (Electronics)

Mine did. When I could get Customer Service on the phone they couldn't find the unit. I have had to have it repaired three times in 6 months. Panasonic has been of almost no help until I brought my attorney into it.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Shes been good to me, April 6, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Panasonic PVDV851 MiniDV Digital Palmcorder with Built-in Digital Still Mode (Electronics)

This little camera here is perfect for everyday recording it does the job, but if u wanna make movies go for something better.not that the quality isnt great, but at high zoom, picture and stability isnt perfect.otherwise its a good reliable handy cam.I had it for a year and a half and its always done good.
I recommend u get a good battery with it tho, cuz the one that comes with it only last bout an hr.

6 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars POWER BUY, April 2, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Panasonic PVDV851 MiniDV Digital Palmcorder with Built-in Digital Still Mode (Electronics)

THIS DIGITAL CAMCORDER, FOR THE PRICE, IS BY FAR THE BEST UNIT IN THE IDUSTRY. IF YOU ARE A VIDEO FILE LIKE MYSELF, YOU WILL REALLY ENJOY THE PV-DV851. LOOK AROUND AT THE 899.99 PRICE RANGE AND NOTHING COMPARES.