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Panasonic SDR-SW20

Panasonic SDR-SW20

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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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2.5 out of 5 642 Store Reviews Dell Electronics and Accessories $349.99 Go!
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4.5 out of 5 7173 Store Reviews BuyDig.com $319.00 Go!
4.5 out of 5 3490 Store Reviews B&H Photo-Video-Pro Audio $319.95 Go!
2.5 out of 5 20 Store Reviews RadioShack $377.99 Go!
3.5 out of 5 637 Store Reviews Circuit City $329.99 Go!
3.5 out of 5 1588 Store Reviews Amazon $399.95 Go!
4.5 out of 5 6686 Store Reviews Beach Camera.com $345.00 Go!
4.5 out of 5 5165 Store Reviews TigerDirect.com $379.99 Go!
3.5 out of 5 5 Store Reviews Modells $439.99 Go!

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Product Information

Manufacturer Panasonic
Part Number SDRSW20R
UPC 37988256457
Release Date May 5, 2008

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