Gigantic 70x optical zoom
A host of manual controls
Actually adjusting those controls is hard
Terrible sharpness
Introduction
We know you may be wondering why we’re reviewing a 2009 camcorder when we’re already a couple of weeks into 2010. Since most of the new 2010 models are still a few months from hitting the shelves, we felt there was still a considerable market for the Panasonic SDR-S26. This review is for anyone that might be shopping around in ’09 models to save themselves a little cash.
Update: The JVC Everio GZ-MG670 was selected as our 2009 Standard Definition Camcorder of the Year. To see why we selected it and read about our other awards, check out the 2009 CamcorderInfo.com Select Awards.
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Page 1
Product Tour
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Design
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Performance
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Usability
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Features
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Sample Videos
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Sony DCR-SX60 Comparison
 We compare the SDR-S26 to the DCR-SX60. Read More... |
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JVC GZ-MG670 Comparison
 We compare the SDR-S26 to the Everio GZ-MG670. Read More... |
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Samsung SMX-F34 Comparison
 We compare the SDR-S26 to the SMX-F34. Read More... |
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Conclusion
Read our final conclusion of the Panasonic SDR-S26. Read More... |
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Photo Gallery
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Page 12
Specs & Ratings
See all the scores for the Panasonic SDR-S26. Read More... |
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Part 13
Comments
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