Panasonic PV-GS180 First Impressions Camcorder Review

by Guy Bruner
Published on Jan 24, 2006 3:00 PM

Intro Performance
Format
 Tour
Auto / Manual Controls Still Features
Handling and Use Audio / Playback / Connectivity
Other Features Comparisons / Conclusion


Compression
The PV-GS180 records video using the DV codec. DV is a 25 Mbps interleaved audio and video stream that is compressed about 500 percent (5:1).

Media
The PV-GS180 uses MiniDV tapes for recording video and SD media for recording stills. No media, MiniDV tape or SD card, is included with the camcorder.

Editing
Users will have to select an application for editing video as Panasonic does not supply one with the PV-GS180. Windows Movie Maker on the PC platform or iMovie on the Macintosh will work with footage from the PV-GS180.





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