Panasonic VDR-D100 First Impressions Camcorder Review

by Matt Culler
Published on Jan 11, 2006 12:00 PM

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


Audio
The lowest-end VDR-D100 lacks an external microphone port. It does ship with a built-in stereo microphone. The VDR-D200 doesn’t ship with an external microphone port either, so the D200 is another option to look into if you need to save money on your DVD cam purchase.

VCR Mode
The playback mode of the VDR-D100 functions very similarly to the playback mode on the VDR-M53 of last year, and similar to many camcorders of last year. Footage can be reviewed on the camcorder as well as on a TV, via the camcorder’s A/V output, located on the camcorder’s front. Footage is navigated using the camcorder’s joystick, and as such, can be manipulated easily using one hand. Still images and video are all navigated together.

Ports
The VDR-D100 has a big battery port in its back end, and when the battery is taken out of the camcorder, the DC input port is revealed. Under a small port cover on the front of the camcorder are the USB and A/V output ports.





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