Panasonic SDR-SW20
| A | is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of camcorders. |
| B | means they are good, with some standout features. |
| C | means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth. |
| D & F | mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs. |
- 53rd of 133 in Mainstream Camcorders (#1 is Sony DCR-SX40)
- 24th of 73 in Standard Definition (#1 is Sony DCR-SX40)
- 41st of 66 in Media Card (#1 is Sony DCR-SX40)
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Editors' Comments
An inexpensive and rugged entry into the world of camcorders, Panasonic's SDR-SW20 is a shockproof, waterproof standard resolution camera that is also lightweight and pretty stylish. Recording in either 4:3 or 16:9 format, the SDR-SW20's recording capacity is limited only by the size of the SD/SDHC cards used with it. Its most flashy trait is its ability to be used up to 5 feet underwater, in the rain, and in the snow. It is also shockproof, meaning it can be dropped from up to 4 feet without sustaining significant damage. It also starts up quickly, typically in under 0.6 seconds. This is a great choice for someone who plans to use their camera hard and who doesn't care about HD capability.
Specifications
- Records to SD/SDHC flash memory cards
- Recording capacity limited only by storage media
- Shockproof for drops of up to 4 feet
- Waterproof up to 5 feet underwater
- Standard resolution recording in either 4:3 or widescreen 16:9 format
- 10x optical zoom Panasonic lens
- Electronic Image Stabilization reduces blur from camera shake
- 2.7-inch widescreen LCD display
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Store Ratings and Offer Details for the Panasonic SDR-SW20
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444 Store Reviews |
pcRUSH.com
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$317.71 |
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5 Store Reviews |
Modells | $439.99 |
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135 Store Reviews |
Dick's Sporting Goods | $439.99 |
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1119 Store Reviews |
eBay
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$215.99 |
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344 Store Reviews |
Vanns.com
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$254.77 |
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136 Store Reviews |
Amazon Marketplace
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$224.95 |
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3261 Store Reviews |
WorldWide Distributors
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$244.29 |
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12484 Store Reviews |
Discountjungle
via Amazon.com |
$245.50 |
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1309 Store Reviews |
47digital
via Amazon.com |
$255.95 |
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Product Information
| Manufacturer | Panasonic |
|---|---|
| Part Number | SDR-SW20P-R |
| UPC | 37988256457 |
| Release Date | May 5, 2008 |
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