All Annotations of Panasonic PV-GS500 Camcorder Review [Preview]

saved by2 people, first byIris Deters on 2006-06-05, last byMike Valle on 2008-01-31

• There are two main distinctions between the GS500 and the GS400: noise and sharpness. The GS400’s video shows a noticeable amount of chunky noise. I use the word “chunky” to differentiate it from the GS500, which has noise of a much finer grain.
  • on 2006-06-05 Techieme
    For the picture quality that you get in a camcorder this small is a bargain for 999 dollars retail and obviously you can get one for at least 200 less. I would have a hard time deciding between this camcorder and the HC3 but at least Panasonic did include a focusing ring.
    
    If you want to see true replacements to the GS400 and the HC1, just wait until you see the first Sony and Panasonic camcorders that records on the AVCHD format. They will be revolutionary.
  • on 2006-06-05 Irisdd
    GS500 has less noise and sharper than GS400, but cheaper!!!
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  Easily one of the most anticipated camcorders in the last few years, Panasonic’s PV-GS500 arrived this year to replace the hugely successful PV-GS400. The GS400 offered great video quality with a bundle of pro-level features that made it a hit with the serious hobbyists and prosumers. This year, Panasonic has adopted a new approach, leaving fans none too pleased. In order to court a larger market, Panasonic has slashed prices on their top MiniDV models, and dropped most of the pro-level features in the process.