Panasonic PV-GS9 MiniDV Camcorder w/20x Optical Zoom | 
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| Brand: Panasonic
Category: Photography
Buy New: $349.99
New (1) Used (2) Refurbished (1) from $200.00
Avg. Customer Rating:  23 reviews
Sales Rank: 34825
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Number Of Items: 1
Batteries Included: No
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Monitor Size: 250
Includes Software: no
Optical Zoom: 20
Digital Zoom: 40
Connectivity: IEEE 1394 (FireWire)
Display Size: 2.5
Maximum Focal Length: 42
Minimum Focal Length: 2.1
Maximum Resolution: 630000
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.9
Dimensions (in): 4.4 x 2.8 x 3.4
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: PV-GS9
Model: PV-GS9
UPC: 037988977710
EAN: 0037988977710
ASIN: B0001DB6IQ
Release Date: March 15, 2004
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Compact digital Palmcorder MultiCam camcorder and still camera with 680,000-pixel CCD | | • | 20x optical zoom lens (digital zoom to 800x) | | • | 2.5-inch LCD swings open 120 degrees and black-and-white viewfinder | | • | Low-light recording settings, records stills to tape, and Web cam capability | | • | Rechargeable Li-ion battery pack lasts for up to 1 hour and 15 minutes |
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Product Description
The compact PV-GS9, Digital Palmcorder MultiCam Camcorder was designed to simplify camcorder operation for the video novice and professional videographer alike, and includes: high-definition optical zoom and digital zoom capabilities; ease of operation through newly designed layout and controls; a new Direct Mode Dial: for use in the digital still camera mode, this easy-access dial control lets users quickly select the desired digital camera mode, such as Record, Playback, Card Record or Card Playback; an LCD screen that can be opened a full 120 degrees away from the camcorder's body, making it easier to view motion images as they're being captured.This model is a video camera first and foremost, and is well appointed with features to produce sharp digital recordings. For example, the image-enhancing MagicPix feature allows for rich videos under low-light conditions. Digital Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS) helps take the jitter out of hand-held video recording and compensate for unintentional hand and camcorder movement.This camcorder also includes a Quick Start feature, which lets it begin taping in 1.3 seconds after turning the power on so those unexpected moments wont be missed.
Amazon.com Product Description
Blending innovative technologies with new, simple-to-operate controls, Panasonic's entry-level PV-GS9 camcorder is an affordable entry into digital video with powerful features. Panasonic continues to innovate, adding more optical zoom capability while reducing the overall size. This MiniDV camcorder features a 20x optical zoom, ultra-fast 1.3-second start-up time, digital stills saved to tape, and webcam capability. For a step up in price, the Panasonic PV-GS12 offers digital electronic image stabilization and enables you to save digital stills to SD/MMC memory cards. Optics
The PV-GS9 is equipped with a 1/6-inch, 680,000-pixel CCD and 20x optical zoom It also features a 800x digital zoom that allows you to zoom in on incredible close-ups. Digital Stills
In addition to video camcorder operation, you can also use the PV-GS9 as a digital still camera. Using Panasonic's PhotoShot function, images are stored on tape. More Features
The 2.5-inch LCD screen can be opened a full 120 degrees away from the camcorder's body, making it easier to view motion images as they're being captured. The Quick Start feature enables the PV-GS9 to begin taping 1.3 seconds after turning the power on so those unexpected moments won't be missed.ÊAfter pressing the Quick Start button, the camcorder will bring up the previous settings that you were shooting with--even if they were manually entered. The PV-GS9 has several built-in digital effects during record and playback, including: - Digital Mirror: Creates a mirror like symmetrical image
- Strobe: Digitally "freezes" a series of images
- Mosaic: Turns the image into a mosaic pattern
- Stretch: The image expands horizontally
- Trail: Forms multiple impressions of all images in motion, which gradually fade-out as the motion comes to a halt, creating a "trail" effect
- Slim: The image expands vertically
The Soft Skin Detail function detects the different skin tones being recorded and softens the focus to create a realistic blend. Other features include: - The image-enhancing MagicPix feature allows for rich videos under low-light conditions.Ê
- Web cam capability, which is ideal for video conferencing with friends or family, or use as a simple monitoring device when consumers are away from home.
- The unsnapping hand strap doubles as wrist loops, enabling you to carry the camcorder like a small bag or purse.
- Black and white viewfinder
Inputs and Outputs
The PV-GS9 comes with the standard DV IEEE 1394 port (also known as FireWire; Panasonic refers to this connection as iLink) for a super-fast, lossless connection to a PC or other DV machines. It also has a USB connection (you'll need an optional USB cable to hook up to your PC). Dimensions and Weight
This camcorder measures 3.3 x 2.75 x 4.38 inches (H x W x D) and weighs 14.1 ounces. MiniDV Format
MiniDV is the preferred format for personal and broadcast-quality video, and it is highly regarded for its high audio and image quality. With up to 540 lines of horizontal resolution and minimum color noise, MiniDV delivers a 2 percent clearer picture than analog camcorder formats. This is all delivered on a cassette that's 1/12th the size of a standard VHS tape. A MiniDV tape offers digital recording time of 2 full hours--20 times the capacity of a CD.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 18 more reviews...
 No software or cable to transfer to PC November 28, 2007
beware of the low price, panasonic has managed to make the price so low ($350) because they don't give you any software for the computer (to transfer or to edit), and no cables for the computer. I can't believe they would neglet to put them in the box. Your better of with PVGS 15 as it comes with the software and a USB cable, the price is $500, but the software, cable, and still picture on sd make up the $150 price difference.
 muy buena January 11, 2007
Yo uso esta camara para montarla en motocicletas deportivas expuesta a mucha vibracion, somplemente nunca ha fallado, segue trabajando como nueva a pesar de ya tener mas de 20 horas grabadas bajo estas duras condiciones.
 I like this camera! August 13, 2006
Well, I just read other reviews and I was surprised! First of all, I had a USB cable that fit the camera and plugged into my computer, so I didn't have that issue. I'm sure I would've been frustrated as well if I had to go purchase one. Personally, I was able to edit and create movies on my computer with no problem, using the free software that came with my computer (Sony VAIO, 3 years old). So I guess maybe I was lucky, but I have had a very good experience with this camera. The only reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is because the picture quality on my movies isn't the greatest. This camera is a little outdated though, so I can't complain. Plus, for the price, it has been outstanding.
 PC connection issue rears it's ugly head May 19, 2006
I've had this camera for 2 years now and for the price it has done alright. Recently though, just as someone had mentioned in an earlier review, it stopped connecting to my PC via the firewire. I plugged in a friends JVC and it worked fine, so I know it's not the computer or the cable. Its past warranty obviously... I don't think I'll pay to have it fixed. I just wish this would have lasted longer. Time for a better one - this time made in America !
Camera Rocks !! April 10, 2006
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
For the price this Camera Rocks !! I've had it for close to 2 years and for the price it's awesome.. I've used it to video tape Basketball and Football games .. Just an outstanding value.. The battery last at least over an hour .. Picture quality is great .. Check out some of my video at www.pleasantgrovesports.com .. Go to either Basketball or Football links .. click J.V. and then one of the kids last name for a short video clip..
I shot all of the football video from the stands .. outstanding zoom !!
If you can still find this video camera ... buy it .. especially if it's around $ 200 dollars ..
I use pinnacle 9 and adobe for video editing ..
My camera came with the standard A.V. cables .. and i expected to have to buy, or have , the other cables needed to connect to my computer ..
Thanks Panasonic !!
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