Panasonic PV-GS500 4MP 3CCD MiniDV Camcorder with 12x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom | 
| Brand: Panasonic
Category: Photography
List Price: $999.99
Buy Used: $399.00
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Seller: AVGuru
Rating:  48 reviews
Sales Rank: 1363
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Optical Zoom: 12
Digital Zoom: 58
Display Size: 2.7
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.3
Dimensions (in): 0.1 x 0.1 x 0.1
MPN: PVGS500
Model: PVGS500
UPC: 037988980185
EAN: 0037988980185
ASIN: B000DZFUIO
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Features professional-quality 3CCD imaging system | | • | 2.7-inch wide LCD display | | • | 4.0-megapixel still image capture | | • | 12x optical Leica lens with 700x digital zoom brings you close to the action | | • | Records to miniDV or directly to PC through DV (FireWire) or high-speed USB 2.0 interfaces |
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Product Description
The Panasonic PV-GS500 3CCD Digital Palmcorder MultiCam Camcorder with 4.0 MP Still Picture Recording offers superior images and features. This small digital camcorder uses the same type of 3CCD imaging system used in professional broadcast equipment, giving you 540 lines of breathtaking resolution in a more affordable package. The 4.0-megapixel still image recording lets you record vivid, true-to-life pictures with remarkable colors. And featuring a 12x optical Leica lens with 700x digital zoom, the PV-GS500 helps you capture every detail. Record to a miniDV tape or directly to a PC through DV (FireWire) or high-speed USB 2.0 interfaces, for high quality full-motion video transfer. The color viewfinder and 2.7-inch LCD display make it easy to preview photos, and feature navigation is a breeze with the easy, one-finger joystick control.
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 Best Mini DV Standard Definition Camera December 18, 2008
Marco Ricciardi Jr. (Rio de Janeiro, RJ Brazil)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
PROS
* Large 3 CCD produces amazing colored images.
* Image Stabilization System does magic
* Mini Dv tape has the best transfer rate which needs low video compression.
* Mini DV tapes are low cost media
* Stereo MIC input
Fantastic camcorder for great price! September 28, 2008
Shishkbob (Alabama, USA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I'm not interested in technical jargon to tell me if something is supposed to perform for me. I'm only interested in what I see or hear.
I purchased this camcorder 3 years ago to use for my media business and general purposes. All the reviews and stats basically said that for average consumer's and average consumer price, this camcorder delivered professional results. I have also acquired a Canon HV30 Hi Defintion camcorder for my business and the gs500's picture is just as good if not better for normal video recording.
The camera was easy to learn and get used to all of it's functions. It's design is nice and all buttons are well placed. The extending eyepiece is great!
So after 3 years of use, this camera has lived up to it's "average price, pro results" comment. From high noon sun to evening twilight, this camera picks up colors very well. It's autofocus is quick and very accurate. It's LCD display is bright and easily viewable, even in bright sunlight. The video clarity is fantastic!
If you're looking for a great camcorder for a reasonable price that delivers professional results, this is it. I'm planning on getting another one of these later this year.
My gs500 has recorded 478 tapes so far and I've never had a single issue with transferring, ejecting, particles or anything else.
If I had to pick one flaw with this camcorder it would have to be that the spring loaded switch to open the tape eject bay is very stiff. Could just be my particular camera.
Panasonic minidv camcorder April 5, 2008
Dennis Dupps (Cincinnati, Ohio)
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
Product is of high quality and the delivery was prompt. I am very pleased with this transaction
 Nice Image, fair to poor manual focus January 28, 2008
Mark Bennett (Bellingham, WA)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I have this camera and have shot two down-and-dirty amateur documentaries with it. I have found the image to be excellent when compared to lesser "consumer" grade camcorders. My only real complaint with the camera is with the manual focus. It is extremely difficult to judge the manual focus using either the viewfinder or the viewing screen. While the auto-focus works very well, any shot that requires a custom close or far manual focus is VERY difficult to set up and requires an external monitor for complete confidence. For this reason, I still have to borrow a DVX100B when I do serious shoots.
Amazing Video January 27, 2008
O. Taracido (Tampa, FL USA)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
This is an amazing camcorder that produces very close to Broadcast quality video. I would know, I work in the industry. After doing much research, I decided on the Panasonic PV GS500 Mini DV ($699). I could not justify spending another grand or two for an extra channel of audio, although the lack of a headphone jack is the only negative I have about this camcorder but there is a way to work around this problem, just GOOGLE and you will find many solutions in being able to monitor the audio via a set of headphones.You can still monitor the audio on the LCD screen, but I don't understand why Panasonic didn't add the headphone feature. Aside from that, this is a very powerful little camera. Shoots both in 16:9 and 4:3 ratio, which was a plus. I shot in 16:9 and the video (3ccd chip) was stunning! Great for viewing on a HD television set. Colors are vibrant and sharp. We used the PV GS 500 as a 2nd camera on a shoot in Nashville and with some color correction we were able to match it to our Broadcast quality camera which cost $40,000! Records audio perfectly clear. I bought a $25 lavalier mic from Radio Shack and recorded prestine clear audio. Also bought a mini jack to XLR audio cable ($9) so I could test Broadcast Quality Sony Electret Condenser Microphone ECM-55B, again perfect sound. Camera is sturdy & compact, does not feel cheap & light like some of the other camcorders. You breeze through the internal menues by scrolling via a joystick on the camera. This is an EXCELLENT camcorder for the price. Also included in the package are a Battery Pack, Remote Control, Magic Wire Remote Control, Lens Cap, Multi Cable, Shoulder strap, USB cable and CD-ROM . The Panasonic PV GS500 is great for those wanting to do weddings, documentaries and shorts.
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