Compare Panasonic AG-196 VHS Analog Camcorder to Panasonic NV-MD10000 Mini DV Camcorder

As long as there are full size VHS VCR's there is going to be full sized VHS camcorders as well. The convenience of dealing with only one tape format is undeniable. Not having to convert the tape out of the camcorder and into your VCR, without wires or adaptors or losing quality can seem more important to some people, than the overall size of the unit. By utilizing the optional professional wide-angle lens you can cover all the bases. This unit is straightforward and easy to operate and the results are top notch too! A full-size VHS camcorder, the AG-196U is ideal for those just getting started in video, as well as for educational and institutional applications. It offers a 14: 1 two-speed power zoom lens, low-light capability, Audio/Video fade, has advanced recording and playback functions as well as digital effects to meet almost any application. Extremely sensitive 1/3" CCD with 420, 000 pixels provides outstanding picture quality, even under low-light conditions. Automatic Iris and white balance adjus... Less

The Panasonic NV-MD10000 3-CCD Mini DV camcorder is a full-size camcorder and is ideal for those who prefer or are used to the shoulder style, as well as for educational and institutional applications. It offers a 10 x optical zoom lens, low-light capability, has advanced recording and playback functions, plus digital effects to meet many diverse applications. Less