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Watch your favorite High-Definition movies virtually anywhere with the DMP-B500 Portable Blu-ray Disc™ Player. 10.1" WSVGA LCD Screen With the Large Screen, Enjoy Various Content Virtually Anywhere. The 10.1 inch wide SVGA screen lets you view movies with much higher image quality than standard definition portable DVD players. With the DMP-B500, you can enjoy Blu-ray Disc™ movies or AVCHD movies and JPEG photos in an SD memory card almost anywhere. VIERA Cast™ Enjoy Online Content with WiFi System VIERA Cast is powered up with Netflix* and Amazon Instant Video which allows you to stream movies. You can also access YouTube, Picasa, and other Internet sites from the special VIERA Cast screen. In addition, with the wireless LAN adaptor plugged into the USB terminal, VIERA Cast and other online content can be enjoyed wirelessly by accessing the wireless LAN router**. *Netflix unlimited membership required. **This function is not compatible with public Wireless LAN. Movie "Photo Frame" Function Enjoy Precious Memory with Enhanced Slideshow The DMP-B500 works as a photo frame which can playback JPEG photos taken with a digital camera and AVCHD movies taken with a camcorder. You can enjoy the original slideshow with a combination of photos and movies. It is also possible to view a slide show along with a calendar and clock display. SD Image Viewer You Can Immediately Enjoy your Movies and Photos Using an SD Memory Card SD Image Viewer allows you to play your photos and movies taken with digital camers and camcorders by just sliding in an SD memory card into the SD memory card slot on the product. You can enjoy the content easily during your trip with elimination of cables to connect to digital cameras and camcorders.

Amazon Sales Rank: #40741 in Home Theater Brand: Panasonic Model: DMP-B500 Number of items: 1 Dimensions: 7.50" h x 2.10" w x 9.12" l, 3.07 pounds 10.1" WSVGA LCD Screen VIERA Cast Movie "Photo Frame" Function SD Image Viewer Watch your favorite High-Definition movies virtually anywhere with the DMP-B500 Portable Blu-ray Disc™ Player.

Enjoy your High-Definition video library on the go with the Panasonic DMP-B500 portable Blu-ray Disc player, which features a 10.1-inch screen, Wi-Fi connectivity with VIERA Cast functionality for accessing Internet video content, and Secure Digital (SD) memory card slot that can play back JPEG photo slideshows as well as High-Def AVCHD video. The DMP-B500 has a photo stand-like design that makes it easy to watch videos on your own as well as show off photos and video to others. The Wi-Fi enabled Panasonic DMP-B500 portable BD player. Photo slideshows with calendar screen. Other features include a USB port, HDMI audio/video output, Dolby Digital and DTS HD audio decoding, compatibility with a wide variety of disc and file formats, and up to 3.5 hours of battery life. Despite its small, easily portable design, the DMP-B500 offers much of the same state-of-the-art technology found in Panasonic's stand alone Blu-ray Disc players, including the PHL Reference Chroma Processor Plus technology--a proprietary image-processing technology that precisely processes each pixel of the Blu-ray Disc video signal in the vertical direction. It reproduces color data with twice the accuracy of conventional systems, resulting in faithful and sharp colors. VIERA Cast Online Content Panasonic's VIERA Cast service allows you to stream movies, TV shows and music from a variety of sources without the need of either an external box or a PC. Powered up with Netflix and Amazon Instant Video, you can also access YouTube, Picasa, Bloomberg, and other Internet sites from the special VIERA Cast screen. In addition, with the wireless LAN adaptor plugged into the USB terminal, VIERA Cast and other online content can be enjoyed wirelessly by accessing the wireless LAN router (an Ethernet port is also provided for wired networking). And as additional sites are added to the 2010 VIERA Cast service, they are added automatically. Key Features 10.1-inch LCD screen lets you view movies with much higher image quality than standard definition portable DVD players. SD memory card slot enables you to play your photos and movies taken with digital cameras and camcorders by just sliding in an SD memory card into the SD slot. You can enjoy the content easily during your trip with elimination of cables to connect to digital cameras and camcorders. You can also view a slide show along with a calendar and clock display. Wi-Fi connectivity with wireless LAN adapter VIERA Cast online content Built-in speaker (2-channel) Single headphone jack VIERA Link utilizes HDMI to enable control all VIERA Link combatable products with one remote. Up to 3.5 hour battery life What's in the Box Portable BD player, remote control, AC adapter, rechargeable battery, wireless LAN adapter, operating instructions Specifications Resolution: 1024 x 600 Surround sound: Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Picture adjustment: Contrast, Brightness, Sharpness, Color, Gamma Correction Dialog enhancer: Yes Dimensions: 10.3 x 7.9 x 2.2 inches Weight: 3.9 pounds (with battery) Warranty: 1 year parts, 90 days labor Input/Output One 3.5mm headphone jack HDMI output SD memory card slot Ethernet (for BD-Live, VIERA Cast, Firmware update) Disc/Media Compatibility BD-ROM: BD-Live; BONUSVIEW BD-RE / BD-RE DL: Version3; JPEG BD-R/ BD-R DL: Version2; DivX/DivX HD DVD-ROM: DVD Video disc DVD-RAM: DVD-VR; JPEG; AVCHD DVD-R/-R DL/-RW: DVD Video; DVD-VR; AVCHD; DivX/DivX HD; JPEG; MP3 DVD+R/+R DL/+RW: DVD Video; AVCHD CD: CD audio disc CD-R/-RW: CD audio; MP3; JPEG; DivX/DivX HD SD memory card: AVCHD; MPEG2; JPEG USB: MP3; JPEG; DivX/DivX HD Amazon Instant Video Watch Amazon Instant Video on This DeviceChoose from over 90,000 movies and TV shows, with thousands available in HDPurchase or rent the latest new release movies and TV showsStart a one-month free trial of Amazon Prime and get unlimited, commercial-free, instant streaming of more than 5,000 movies and TV showsBegin watching instantly - no waiting for a downloadPause, fast-forward, rewind, or watch it over again - just like a DVD

Most helpful customer reviews 36 of 38 people found the following review helpful. DMP-B500 - Not perfect, but well worth it. By J. A. Martinez If you are someone who needs a fifty inch screen to watch movies on, this machine is not for you. If you are someone with a Blu-Ray collection who travels and wants a way to watch them on the move, keep going. The DMP-B500 has a 10.1 inch screen that operates on a 1024x600 screen resolution. The DMP-B500 does NOT have a native 1080P screen. It is, however, an excellent screen for it's size. Colors are vivid and accurate, though if you're like me, you will have to turn down the color saturation. The default settings run a hair deeper to the red then they should, but it is easily fixed. There is no ghosting in the screen, nor are there artifacts or dark 'bricking'. While the screen is in operation there is no glare in a dark room, while still being easily visible in sunlight and room light. The built in speakers won't drown out a room, but are easily heard with surprising depth and quality. You wont' be rewinding constantly to hear what someone said. The DMP-B500 only has one headphone jack, however, so if you have to share it in a car or on a plane you will have to buy a headphone splitter. The DMP-B500 will start a dvd instantly, though most Blu-Ray discs require five to fifteen seconds to go from main menu to movie. Native firmware will run every movie on the market at the moment, however there have been two firmware updates since I purchased my DMP-B500. Avatar and Alice in Wonderland both play flawlessly as does the rest of my collection. Of the fifty odd Blu-Ray I own, none have had any issues being played on the DMP-B500. On a full battery charge you will get three hours from the DMP-B500, with headphones plugged in and the screen's brightness turned down, you can get four hours. The DMP-B500 can connect to any HD television with an HDMI cable. While connected to the television, the DMP-B500 transmits at full 1080/24P with excellent video and sound quality. The DMP-B500 can play Div-x .AVI files. However these files can NOT be placed on an SD card. Div-X files must be burned to disk or played off a standard usb thumb-drive. I have not yet convinced my DMP-B500 to read Div-x files from an external hard drive. The DMP-B500 can play MPeG2 files from the SD card. Fair warning, to activate the DMP-B500's Div-X capabilities you MUST burn the activation file to a cd or dvd. The activation file will not play via usb thumb drive, nor SD card. .JPG files are supported, though the support if 'iffy'. Pictures taken from your camera in .JPG will show on your DMP-B500, but the machine 'sorts' the photos for you. A pictures of your nieces birthday party will find its way from the rest of the party photos and straight into those of your vacation. As of you, I don't know how the DMP-B500 sorts photos, as they aren't sorted alphabetically by name, nor by capture date. MP3's play from burned disk, SD card, and USB drive. I have had no problems with any of my MP3's, those purchased from I-tunes and Amazon both worked fine. Internet video is an interesting feature. You can watch Youtube, Amazon movies on demand, and Netflix via the built in Wifi adapter or the built in ethernet jack. So far all I have tried have played, but Youtube videos are not played in full screen. Instead they get roughly half the screen on the right side of the display. Picasso photo albums, Pandora internet radio, Fox Sports, and a weather network are additional internet features with more being added all the time. Firmware is updated either via cd or the built in ethernet connection. Updating the firmware takes around ten minutes. The only true negatives about the DMP-B500 I can offer are the design and the price. The screen does not clam-shell, therefore it can't be tossed into a backpack as the screen is ALWAYS exposed. You need a dedicated carrying case to move the DMP-B500 around. Also, you must lift the screen to change

This ultra-compact camcorder adds an extra level of comfort to every shot you take. Its ergonomic design makes it easy to grip and hold long enough to catch that special memory in full high definition. And the 2.7" touch screen gives you a great view to make sure itâ?TMs all captured. Forgot your camera at home? You can also take high-quality 9MP digital still photos and then flip through them on your HDTV with family and friends.

Amazon Sales Rank: #9644 in Camera & Photo Color: Black Brand: Samsung Model: HMX-R10BN Released on: 2009-05-15 Format: CD Dimensions: 3.75" h x 5.95" w x 7.75" l, .50 pounds 1920 x 1080 Full HD recording; superior image quality appears clear on your HDTV Capture HD video to SDHC/MMC cards Intelli-zoom lens with 5x zoom 9-megapixel digital still photos (up to 12 megapixels with Pixel Rising feature) High resolution, 2.7-inch touch-panel LCD

This ultra-compact camcorder adds an extra level of comfort to every shot you take. Its ergonomic design makes it easy to grip and hold long enough to catch that special memory in full high definition. And the 2.7-inch touch screen gives you a great view to make sure it’s all captured. Forgot your camera at home? You can also take high-quality 9-megapixel digital still photos and then flip through them on your HDTV with family and friends. Samsung HMX-R10 Highlights 5x optical (8x Smart) zoom With its high quality 5x optical zoom lens you can get close to the action from a safe distance. Now you can see it all in perfect detail. Full HD Now you can watch your videos in full high definition. That means crystal-clear details, the sharpest picture quality available and brilliant color. The 1/2.33" CMOS imaging sensor boasts 9 mega-pixels and yields impressive light sensitivity to capture full HD video at 1920 x 1080 lines of resolution. New ergonomic design An ultra-compact, ergonomic design with a smooth, curvy shape lets you hold the camcorder in total comfort. That means you're always ready to get the best shot and capture more memories. The lens is also angled at 25 degrees, which reduces the strain on your wrist and helps you to relax, record, smile. 2.7-inch LCD touch screen You'll never miss a shot with the 2.7-inch touch screen LCD display. Catch more of the action and guarantee that the entire image is recorded. 9-megapixel still images Now you can use the camcorder as a digital camera. Want a still photo instead of video? Leave your camera at home and snap 2880 x 1620 resolution images and then watch them with family and friends on your TV screen. Time Lapse Recording By setting time intervals for frame capture, you can take full advantage of the Time Lapse Recording function. This feature uses selective frame capture to record over an extended period of time so that you can see the effects of long term recording condensed into a shorter time frame. Imagine seeing the slow passage of clouds through the sky or a sunset over the water in only a few minutes.

Most helpful customer reviews 22 of 23 people found the following review helpful. Very pleased...4.5 stars/5 By Cardio DR I have had this one for about 2 weeks.... this replaces a bigger 1080i Sony HDR video camera (built in 30 gb spinning hard drive) that we purchased may 2007 for $1600 AND LOST... For this current price, this can't be beat. I have had the chance to review both the movie quality and photo quality and still pleased., although it may be slightly inferior to my previous camera. IT would not be fair to compare this camera to my older Sony, (kind of like comparing a nice point and shoot camera to one that that is an SLR)... However, I would still buy this one for the price point.. Things that are different are: Image stabilization.... Althought this one is so bad, it is not as forgiving as the Sony....partly because it is smaller, weighs much less and less likely to use 2 hands as we were with the Sony. Compared to the Sony, this one is faster, more responsive and faster to download to and from. The biggest thing about this camera is that this is a "point and shoot" video camera and not something that you will be using to film weddings professionally. For us, that was our primary use. This camera does take gorgeous 1080i movies, however, the image quality is lessened indoors or under suboptimal lighting. You can take photos while shooting video, however, the picture resolutions are downgraded during this and we are starting to avoid doing this. The Flash memory card is great!, the speed at which it "comes to life" is great. The camera has a feature called Ique or something, that basically "optimizes" settings for those that don't know how, or too lazy. As of now, we leave this setting on all the time. The battery life is about 90-100 minutes... We charge it every 3-4 days. Although there is no lens cover and it is "scratch resistant" this is something that I am a little leary of, and I can see how it can get scratched. I was thinking about the angle at which the camera is set up, It is okay, it doesn't take much to get used to, but in playing around, I find that the if the camera was flipped 180 degrees, this would be optimal and even more ergonomic (if it were like a pistol grip)... It is not really feasible to use it like this, because the movies come out upside down and the view screen is on the wrong side... Finally, although this has a high megapixel still photo, when I was using the 12.0 megapixel setting, I found it almost impossible to keep it still enough to prevent blur.. I end up using it on 6mp...I am satisfied with these photos. One last thing, when i went to repurchase this new camera, at first I was really interested in getting one "with a bigger built in hard drive" than my previous Sony with the 30 gb hard drive.... I think this was faulty thinking...if you had a larger hard drive.. you would be more likely to not download (or backup) the movies and risk losing them if something happened to your camera. (we lost 2 months of photos of a newborn from the last camera)... Second, I would strongly urge you to consider flash memory camera, either a SSD or flash based media. because of speed, battery and size and safety.. 10 of 10 people found the following review helpful. Don't know yet By Alan Edwards Incredibly small! Good quality. Does NOT have a hand strap, uses a little wrist strap instead. It makes holding it much tougher and getting to the buttons as well. Lots of settings up to FULL 1080p, future proofing your purchase. I still have an excellent Sony MiniDV which can shoot standard definition in a 16:9 format and still think think AVCHD has a ways to go. If you have a bluray burner and player, then it's a no brainer. For anything else the importing, editing and burning/archiving process, is a chore. And we all thought technology was going to free us! It seems each iteration gets more complex and time consuming. Nice machine but I still don't know. Let me know if you have software where you can

Kit includes: ♦ 1) Canon EOS 60D Digital SLR Camera Body with EF-S 18-135mm IS ♦ 2) Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM Zoom Lens ♦ 3) Transcend 32GB High-Capacity SecureDigital (SDHC) Card ♦ 4) Spare LP-E6 High-Capacity Lithium-Ion Battery Pack ♦ 5) Zeikos 58mm 3-Piece Multi-Coated Filter Kit (UV/FLD/CPL)♦ 6) Zeikos 67mm 3-Piece Multi-Coated Filter Kit (UV/FLD/CPL)♦ 7) Precision Design Deluxe Camera Tripod with Carrying Case♦ 8) Precision Design ET-65B Lens Hood♦ 9) Precision Design EW-73B Lens Hood♦ 10) Precision Design Deluxe Lens Pouch Small♦ 11) Precision Design Deluxe Lens Pouch Medium♦ 12) Precision Design Deluxe 6 Piece Lens & Digital SLR Cleaning KitThe Canon EOS 60D features an APS-C sized 18.0-megapixel CMOS sensor, 1080p HD Video, DIGIC 4 Image Processor for fine detail and superior color reproduction, and improved ISO up to 12800 for uncompromised shooting even in the dimmest situations. It features a refined Vari-angle 3.0-inch Clear View LCD (1,040,000 dots) monitor, supercharged Live View Function with Face Detection, HDMI output and much more.The Canon 18-135mm IS Lens boasts a 35mm equivalency of 29-216mm when used with a Canon APS-C EOS Digital SLR. Measuring just 4" in length and weighing about a pound, the lens offers a convenient wide angle to telephoto focal length.The EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM telephoto zoom lens has been developed to meet todays standard of high-performance. Improved Image Stabilizer Technology provides up to three stops of "shake" correction, and the "Mode 2" option stabilizes images while panning with a moving subject.Take more high-resolution pictures faster with this 16GB High-Capacity SecureDigital (SDHC) memory card.Increase your shooting capacity with this powerful LP-E6 Lithium-ion rechargeable battery.

Amazon Sales Rank: #29257 in Camera & Photo Brand: Canon Model: K-55976-20 KIT INCLUDES 12 PRODUCTS -- All Brand New Items with all Manufacturer-supplied Accessories + Full USA Warranties: Canon EOS 60D Digital SLR Camera Body with EF-S 18-135mm PLUS + Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM Zoom Lens + Transcend 32GB High-Capacity SecureDigital (SDHC) Card + Spare LP-E6 High-Capacity Lithium-Ion Battery Pack + Zeikos 58mm 3-Piece Multi-Coated Filter Kit (UV/FLD/CPL)+ Zeikos 67mm 3-Piece Multi-Coated Filter Kit (UV/FLD/CPL) + Precision Design Deluxe Camera Tripod with Carrying Case + + Precision Design ET-65B Lens Hood + Precision Design EW-73B Lens Hood + Precision Design Deluxe Lens Pouch Small + Precision Design Deluxe Lens Pouch Medium + Precision Design Deluxe 6 Piece Lens & Digital SLR Cleaning Kit

The HDR-CX7 lets you store high definition video on Memory Stick PRO Duo media, for the ultimate in small size and light weight. The 6 megapixel still image mode, 3 megapixel ClearVid CMOS sensor, and professional-quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens deliver stunning images, while a 10x optical/20x digital zoom gets you close to the action. You can use the Dual Record Mode to capture still images and video at the same time, while Super SteadyShot optical image stabilization helps ensure clear images. Even the 2.7 wide Clear Photo LCD Plus display featuring touch panel SwivelScreen technology helps make sure you capture great-looking video.

Amazon Sales Rank: #3477 in Camera & Photo Brand: Sony Model: HDR-CX7 Dimensions: 2.00 pounds Display size: 2.7 Record high-definition (AVCHD) video direct to Memory Stick PRO Duo media cards 1/2.9-inch ClearVid CMOS sensor; Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens 2.7-inch widescreen hybrid touch-panel Clear Photo LCD Plus display Simultaneous video and 4.6-megapixel still image capture Easy one-touch disc-burn; Handycam Station included

Manufacturer Description For the first time, record High Definition directly to Memory Stick PRO Duo media card. The HDR-CX7 includes a professional-quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens and Super SteadyShot optical image stabilization, so you can capture the detail and clarity of high definition. Plus, you can take still images and video at the same time, all with exceptional battery life so you're sure to capture every moment. HDR-CX7 Highlights 3.2-megapixel ClearVid CMOS sensor The 1/2.9-inch ClearVid CMOS sensor provides stunning detail and clarity with exceptional video (1080 lines of resolution in HD Mode; 530 lines of horizontal resolution in SD Mode) and still image performance (6.1-megapixel). Unlike traditional CCD imagers, CMOS sensors require less power, providing better battery performance. Switchable HD/SD format recording The HDR-CX7 is capable of recording and playing back both High Definition (HD) and Standard Definition (SD) video recorded on Memory Stick PRO Duo media (sold separately). x.v.Color Technology x.v.Color technology can capture or display nearly twice as many (1.8x) viewable colors than currently possible. This provides a more accurate and vivid color range, for a more natural, lifelike overall experience. 10x optical/20x digital zoom The optical zoom helps to bring the action close up from far away. In addition, the digital zoom interpolation means that extreme digital zooming is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zoom. Professional-quality Carl Zeiss Vario- Sonnar T* lens Carl Zeiss lenses have an advanced optical multi-layer coating that offers less glare and flare with increased contrast. This results in vivid image brilliance, true-to-life color saturation and perfect renditions of subtle tones. The additional T* coating on the lens further reduces unwanted glare and flare. 2.7-inch widescreen Hybrid touch-panel Clear Photo LCD Plus display The 2.7-inch 16:9 LCD screen provides excellent viewing clarity with improved resoltuion. The 211K-pixel screen also rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles, providing sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback. The widescreen format makes shooting in 16:9 mode and composing shots even easier. Smooth slow record By increasing the record rate from 60 fields per second (fps) to 240 fps for 3 seconds allowing you to capture 3 seconds of fast motion and play the video back in 12 seconds. This is great for analyzing a golf swing or a viewing a bird in flight. In addition, record an audio track to narrate what is being seen in the video. Memory Stick PRO Duo Media slot Capture still images up to 2848 x 2136 resolution, directly onto Memory Stick PRO Duo Media for easy trasfer to PCs for emailing, printing or shairing with other compatible Memory Stick PRO Duo devices. Dual record While recording video in High Definition you have the ability to capture a 4.6-megapixel still image directly to Memory Stick PRO Duo media. Super SteadyShot Optical Image Stabilization system An advanced form of Sony's SteadyShot Image Stabilization system that controls an even higher range of shake and vibration frequencies. This optical stabilization system achieves an even higher level of smoothness without degradation of vide like some digital stabilization systems. Tele Macro function Useful for shooting close up shots, but without having the camcorder casting a shadow on the subject. Images shot in the Tele Macro mode will have the subject properly focused with the background unfocussed so that the subject stands out. Active Interface Shoe Provides a location directly on the camcorder on which to add optional accessories while providing power and two-way communication to those accessories. Built-in intelligent flash For added clarity and detail when taking pictures in low-light situations, the built-in flash improves pictures and reduces shadows. Super NightShot infrared system With Sony's NightShot infrared system, capture video in total darkeness (0 lux) up to 10 feet away. Super NightShot mode automatically adjusts the shutter speed to increase picture brightness and clarity. Color Slow Shutter mode allows you to record in low light situations with full color detail by slowing down the shutter speed. Scene Selection modes Scene Selection modes make recording easy even when filming in challenging situations. Choose from Beach, Candle, Fireworks, Landscape, Portrait, Sports Lesson, Spotlight, and Sunrise & Sunset.

Most helpful customer reviews 98 of 103 people found the following review helpful. Jaw Dropping Quality for it's size + HUGE WOW Factor By Krishna Polina I happened to own Canon HV20 Camcorder briefly until I saw this camcorder with my friend. I loved everything about HV20 except it's cheap(call it ugly) design and build quality. Also, I didn't like the concept of tape anymore after having over 30+ MiniDVs that are collecting dust. I've owned a MiniDV Camcorder now for over 8 years and it still works great. But, I could never transfer 30+ tapes I have taken so far to any media except the first one. Why? Tape based vs Flash Media The DV Tape capture is a nightmare process. Takes forever to capture to PC, edit and burn DVD. With flash media, I can delete any scene I don't like right on camcorder and later don't have to deal with it while editing. Also, when I shoot silent scenes (which is very rare), I can hear the tape motor sound. I noticed this even on the new Canon HV20. Also, sometimes we want to delete some scenes we recorded earlier on the tape. That is practically useless on tape as that space on tape is wasted. With flash memory, you delete a scene and the memory available increases right away. Some reviewers say Flash memory is expensive. While true it can't be too expensive for someone who sheds 1K on a camcorder. Moreover, their prices are falling faster than the real-estate prices in Northern Virginia. You can get couple of 4GBs and one Portable Storage Device(PSD) like WOLVERINE DATA FlashPac 7-in-1 Memory Card Reader and 60 GB Storage Device 7060 and you are done with buying any more flash memory. PSD can also be used as a backup device for all your photo and video collection if can buy HyperDrive Space, 160 GB Memory Card Backup Storage Device for 18 Types of Memory Cards. Now to the video quality: I wasn't expecting CX7 to be as good as HV20 because of its miniature size. But, I was thrilled to see both look exactly the same. At least to my eyes when I blew the picture in my Home Theater with 12 feet wide screen played from Panasonic AX100U Front Projector. I played CX7 by inserting the memory stick in my PS3. I tested some shots taken in dark conditions and in bright outdoors. Both are great camcorders. I saw no noise in either of them with basic indoor lighting from recessed lights. I also shot with my Old Mini DV Camcorder in Standard format and it looked terrible on 12 foot screen as expected. I felt it was worth the upgrade after comparing all three. Audio: CX7 shines here. It was able to create a surround sound effect when a flight flew above me when I was shooting. That made the recording feel more realistic. Also, CX7 definitely has the advantage of not having a motor running close to it like the tape based models have. The digital pictures are also of decent quality. I would say as good as any compact 4 to 5+ MP cameras out there. Sony did a wonderful job with the design of this camcorder and it's great they didn't skip on active shoe that can be used to attach external video light/flash and microphone. What should Sony do to their next model? I think they can increase the camcorder size slightly and add a viewfinder. Must buy accessories: SanDisk 4 GB Ultra II Memory Stick PRO Duo (SDMSPDH-4096-901, Retail Package) Sony NPFH70 H Series Actiforce Hybrid InfoLithium Battery for most Sony Camcorders Sony HVL-HL1 Video Light (3-Watt) for DCR-PC55, DCR-SR80, SR100, SR200, HDR-HC3, HC5, HDR-UX1 & UX5 Camcorders Sony BCTRP Battery Charger for DCR-HC, DCR-DVD, HDR-HC3, HC5, HC7, HDR-UX5 & UX7 Camcorders Mini HDMI cable from Monoprice dot com which costs around $6. I will try to update my review after I shoot with it for couple of weeks on my India Trip! Updated after my return from India Trip. First, thanks to amazon for price matching my purchase with the new price which is $60 less than what I paid almost 5 weeks back. Now, my opinion about the camcorder after extension use in India. I recorded over 3 hours

Capture the moment with dramatic stills or action filled videos. The DVR 840XHD is the perfect companion for those on the go. To make your life easier, it includes internal memory and LiIon rechargeable battery. With this camera you can shoot high resolution H.264 video clips and take individual photos. In addition, 128 MB built-in memory allows you to take pictures and short movies without a memory card.However a SD compatible memory card of up to 8GB should to be inserted in order to expand the memory of your DVR camera. You can also connect it to an HDTV via the provided HDMI cable and easily playback recorded high-definition videos directly on the wide screen HDTV.

Amazon Sales Rank: #11757 in Camera & Photo Brand: Vivitar Model: DVR840HXD Dimensions: 3.25" h x 6.50" w x 9.25" l, 1.85 pounds CPU: AMD Athlon 1 GHz Memory: 128000MB DRAM Hard Disk: 1GB Graphics: This is the description of the PC Graphics 256MB Processors: 1 Native resolution: 640x480 Display size: 669.2913385827 8.1 Megapixel 5x Optical Zoom High Definition Video

Most helpful customer reviews 3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. More of a Toy than a Camera By giantnflfan The charging system already stopped charging correctly and the other users are correct. You move too quick you Blurrr.. I'm using the 720P mode which does help but a tri-pod should be used...color is a little off but for the price I paid I can't complain..photos are only ok as well but the 3inch screen is really great and the camera is all plastic so very light. Luckly my remote controll uses the same exact battery which I bought for 6 bucks (2PK) else where and works great to use as a charger for the camera..I'm using a SNANDISK III 8GB class 6 SD card which works fine. I did get very Lucky and bought the camera for 1/2 of the current sale price here at Amazon..currently 208.70 - Best price around right now! - I need to find out why the charging system is off or it could be that the camera just uses the battery even when Idle? I'll let the camera sit and the battery is less 2-3 bars in 2-3 days? I do like how easy it is to use the camera and the ability to use the cable to connect the HDMI port on TV's to see and hear the video just made.( Have the Black DVR-840XHD for 2 months now - camera came out in Late march 09) 2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Vivitar By Thomas Mcclure All rite the Vivitar Camcorder is a nice looking Unit with one problem! The picture Quality is great out side, not inside where the lite is dim. The picture is blurry and the HD Video is very grainy. The only way to fix the problem with the picture in low lite, is to get a tripod.... But that will not make the Video any better, But the tripod will make the Video Great outside, Not inside. 1 of 4 people found the following review helpful. no as expected By Diomedes Ventura I'm very dissapointed, 'cause I was thinking in a better product (Vivitar) is almost a fiasco. See all 4 customer reviews...

Product Description ♦ 1) Digital Film - Digital Film 32GB (SDHC) 150X SD Memory Card ♦ 2) Sakar - Digital Concepts All-Weather SLR Camera Backpack Case ♦ 3) Zeikos - Zeikos USB Reader Secure Digital 2.0 ♦ 4) Zeikos - Deluxe Universal 5" LCD Screen Protectors ♦ 5) Sakar - Mini Tripod Kit Includes: Featuring a fully-padded interior with soft, adjustable velcro dividers, this case is perfect for the photographer on the go. This lightweight backpack is constructed of water-resistant nylon, and has room for an average-sized digital SLR camera body, up to 2 compact flashes, and 3 short to medium-length zoom lenses. In addition, small accessories can be stored in the front zippered pouch -- which has several small pockets inside -- as well as the zippered mesh pocket located inside the main compartment. Further protection comes in the form of a pull-out rain jacket, which conveniently tucks away in a velcro flap underneath the backpack. When the weather takes a turn for the worse, simply unfurl the jacket, slip it over the case, tighten the cord, and your equipment will be well-shielded from the elements in a matter of seconds! Not only does this backpack keep your camera and lenses safe, it also provides a comfortable experience for its users. This case is especially light and compact, weighing only 1.3 pounds (590g) and measuring a mere 12 x 9 x 6 inches (30.5 x 23 x 15 cm). ButterflyPhoto Has created this Custom Package For your Nikon Digital Camera. Each Accessory Package is put together with some of the most Essential Accessories for your Nikon Digital Camera.

Amazon Sales Rank: #40231 in Camera & Photo Brand: Butterfly This Kit Includes Some Of The Essentials You Need To Take Full Advantage Of Your New Digital Camera Not only does this backpack keep your camera and lenses safe, it also provides a comfortable experience for its users. This case is especially light and compact, weighing only 1.3 pounds (590g) and measuring a mere 12 x 9 x 6 inches (30.5 x 23 x 15 cm). P Mini Tripod, Holds your camera steady at any angle, indoors or out, on virtually any terrain. Makes it incredibly easy to shoot video of yourself 32GB (SDHC) High-Speed 150x Class 6 Memory Card, USB High Speed 2.0 Card Reader, Clear LCD Screen Protectors + More

The advanced technology of the Panasonic LUMIX GH1 has enabled a level of image expression that never before existed. It brings a gentle, soft focus to both photos and movies and enhances every single shot with the beauty of HD. Its new kit lens also provides continuous auto focusing for both photos and movies, creating a next-generation interchangeable lens system camera. The GH1 realizes creative images that exceed even your loftiest expectations. Full-time Live View and Live View Finder - See How the Image Will Turn Out Before You Shoot Newly Developed 12.1-Megapixel Live MOS Sensor - The GH1's 4/3-type Live MOS sensor with 12.1 megapixels gives you the best of both worlds - the superior image quality and the lower power consumption. Easily View Photos and Movies on an HDTVSpecifications Image Sensor - 14.0 Total Megapixels, Live MOS Sensor, Primary Color Filter Camera Effective Pixels - 12.1 Megapixels Recording Format - Still Image - JPEG, RAW, DPOF compatible; Still Image with Audio - JPEG + Quicktime; Motion Image - AVCHD / QuickTime Motion JPEG Recording Media - SD memory card, SDHC memory card LCD Monitor - Free-angle 3.0 Wide-angle Polycrystalline TFT LCD ISO Sensitivity - Auto / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 / Intelligent ISO Exposure - Program AE, Aperture Priority AE, Shutter Priority AE, Manual Lens Mount - Micro Four Thirds mount Dust Reduction System - Supersonic wave filter Optical Image Stabilizer - MEGA O.I.S. Built-in Flash Type/Mode - TTL Built-in-Flash, GN11; External Flash - TTL Auto with FL220/FL360/FL500 (Optional) Interface - USB 2.0, miniHDMI Type C, 2.5mm stereo microphone input Power - Li-ion Rechargeable battery 7.2V 1250mAh Dimensions (H x W x D) - 3.29'' x 4.88'' x 1.78''; Weight - 0.85 lbs. Body only - Requires Lens

Amazon Sales Rank: #20900 in Camera & Photo Brand: Panasonic Dimensions: 3.00 pounds Standard Accessories - Battery Charger/AC Adapter, Battery Pack, Body Cap, AV Cable, USB Connection Cable, AC Cable, DC Cable, Shoulder Strap, CD-ROMFeatures Full-HD Movie Recording in AVCHD - With the GH1, shooting incredible photos is only part of the fun. You can also shoot beautiful, richly detailed movies in full-HD (high-definition) (1920 x 1080) at 24 frames per second, or smooth HD (1280 x 720) movies at 60 frames per second in AVCHD (MPEG-4/H.264) with a continuous auto focus function. Enjoy the Freedom of Manual Settings in Creative Movie Mode - It lets you adjust the shutter speed and aperture any way you like when shooting movies. An Audio Performance that Adds to Your HD Movies - Just set the GH1 to iA mode, aim and shoot. The iA does all the rest. It automatically determines the most suitable Scene mode and helps correct blurring, focus, and brightness problems for bright, sharply focused HD movies. The Advanced iA Mode Uses Face Recognition to Remember Individual Faces

Most helpful customer reviews 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Lumix GH1 By Thomas Moody A very surprising camera! It's compares favorably to my Canon 5D Mark II and 7D. The small size, even with the G Vario 7mm lens makes it an easy choice to grab for "what if" situations. The MENU give such great choices in both stills and videos. Some of the video shot with this camera have been included in sequences shot with the above cameras plus Sony's CineAlta cams. Many delightful surprises with the LUMIX have made this one of my favorites. For the price HIGHLY recommended. See all 1 customer reviews...