
Light, Compact & Excellent Quality
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The Panasonic DVD Palmcorder Camcorder VDR-M53 is a 3" DVD-RAM and 3" DVD-R-based, ultra-compact camcorder.
If you're a beginner like me, at least for a DVD Camcorders -- then this is a good one for you. This was a definite improvement from my old Sony Hi-8 Camcorder... So light weight, compact and good quality. Of course like any other new technologies, you need to read instructions, fiddle with it and keep using it until you are comfortable. I guarantee that you can master recording videos in no time at all!
Price? It's a little expensive, maybe around $500-$600 (when it first came out, I paid $545) but you can find good deals anywhere today (especially on eBay Auctions), it's just a matter of looking around. Sometimes Circuit City or bestbuy have good deals too.
Quality? Pretty good. Good button display, easy to navigate, do very well in filming dark places. For Stills, not really that great but it's a-ok. It's easy to handle, and what I love most is the zoom. It can go way far and still have great images.
Recommended Accessories:
SD Memory Card at least 125 MB thru 512MB (for stills)
Camcorder Case for extra protection
3" DVD-R, or 3"DVD-RAM - Use the 30 mins.I use Sony DVD-R cause it's good quality and great price.
Extra Rechargeable batteries
Review ID: 10000000002169627

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