Compare Panasonic PV-GS90 Mini DV Camcorder to Sony HDR-CX100 High Definition Camcorder

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Panasonic PV-GS90 Mini DV Camcorder

Sony HDR-CX100

Sony HDR-CX100 High Definition Camcorder

Product Description
The PVGS90 MiniDV camcorder gives you a powerful 42x optical zoom with an Advanced O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) for crisp hand-held shots. There's a built-in LED light, one-touch... More
The PVGS90 MiniDV camcorder gives you a powerful 42x optical zoom with an Advanced O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) for crisp hand-held shots. There's a built-in LED light, one-touch navigation, and even a soft-skin mode for beautiful people shots. The MagicPix function lets you capture sharp images even in dim lighting. Less
Preserve your memories in stunning, incredibly detailed 1920x1080 Full HD resolution. You can even share your videos and photos with family and friends on your compatible HDTV.8GB of embedded... More
Preserve your memories in stunning, incredibly detailed 1920x1080 Full HD resolution. You can even share your videos and photos with family and friends on your compatible HDTV.8GB of embedded memory can record and store up to 3 hours of high definition video footage (HD LP mode), or up to almost 6 hours of standard definition footage (SD LP mode). Featuring Face Detection technology and Smile Shutter™ technology, capturing smiles and faces is easier than ever. Smile Shutter captures a smile the moment it happens and takes still photos when your subject smiles, even when shooting video. Less
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Key Features   
Camcorder Type   Digital -
Recording System   NTSC NTSC
Recording Media   Mini DV High Definition
Optical Zoom   42x 10x
Weight 0.86 lb. 0.56 lb.
CCD   
Sensor Size 1/6" 1/5"
Number of Pixels   800K pixels -
Sensor Quantity   1 -
LCD / Viewfinder   
Color Viewfinder   Without Color Viewfinder -
LCD Screen Size   2.7 in. 2.7 in.
Display Type   With LCD Screen With LCD Screen
Lens   
Optical Zoom   42x 10x
Focal Length 1.8 - 75.6 mm 3.2 - 32 mm
Attachment / Filter Size 27 mm 30 mm
Digital Zoom   2,000x 120x
Video Modes   
Recording Speeds   SP • LP SP • LP • HQ
Low Lux   2 Lux -
Image Stabilizer   Optical Image Stabilizer -
Recommended Illumination   1400 Lux 5 Lux
Audio   
Audio Format   12/16 Bit PCM Digital Stereo Audio -
Memory Photography   
MPEG Movie Mode Resolution   - 1920 x 1080
Digital Still Shot Mode   With Still Shot Capability With Still Shot Capability
Memory Card Support   SD Card Memory Stick Pro Duo • Memory Stick
MPEG Movie Mode   Without MPEG Movie Mode With MPEG Movie Mode
Interfaces   
Microphone Type Internal -
Output Interfaces Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / i.Link S-Video • HDMI
Input Interfaces FireWire / DV / iLink -
Power Supply   
Battery Type   Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery -
Battery Life   Up to 2.17 Hours -
Dimensions   
Width 6.7 cm 5.7 cm
Weight 0.39 kg 0.25 kg
Height 3.33 in. 2.38 in.
Depth 4.7 in. 4.5 in.
Warranty   
Warranty 1 Year 90 Days
Miscellaneous   
Family Line Panasonic PV Sony HDR
UPC 37988255849 027242765023
Product ID 49766717 81957371
Release Date 15 March, 2004 -
Included Accessories A/V Cable • AC Power Adapter • Lens Cap • Battery Pack -
Product MPN   
MPN PV-GS90 HDRCX100
 
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Panasonic PV-GS90
Panasonic PV-GS90 Mini DV Camcorder
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Sony HDR-CX100
Sony HDR-CX100 High Definition Camcorder
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Product Review Summary

3.7
Based on 7 user reviews
71% recommend this product
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Awesome Camcorder For The Price

byonlymee36 Apr 25, 2007
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Pros Compact size, Nice features, Good video quality in good lighting, PRICE !!
Cons Low light recording quality. No color view finder.
Recommended it? Yes

We upgraded recently from an old Panasonic VHS camcorder to this digital one. So far we are very happy with our purchase. The video quality in low light conditions is minimal. I just wish I would have asked more questions before I purchased this. The salesman gave me this whole low light enhancer... Read full review »

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Not the Best Buy...

bymcoltan Feb 25, 2006
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Pros Good price, screen, battery life, charging time
Cons transferring on firewire, bad recording quality in dim light
Recommended it? No

I bought this camcorder last year around February and it worked well until September of 2005.I brought my PV GS9 on every family vacation and outing and it worked exceptionally well. It charged in an hour and the battery, for me, lasted an average of 1 hour and 20 minutes, which isn't so bad... Read full review »

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5.0
Based on 3 user reviews
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CX100 Pro in Your Palm

bybails523 Apr 8, 2011
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Pros Excellent Quality, Small and Durable, Battery Life, Slow-Mo Mode
Cons Loose Lens Cover, Does Not Take SD Cards, Only Records Slo-Mo for 12 Seconds.
Recommended it? Yes

I bought this little camera in the hopes that I would be able to cary it around instead of my big 10 pound video camera. I was not disappointed. This camera has the quality of a professional camera. It is full HD, has auto-stabilization and auto-focus. Here are some good things about the Sony... Read full review »

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Sony HDR-CX100

bykharin Dec 5, 2009
7 Helpfuls 8 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros my highest rating possible for tiny and great video, cheap!
Cons have to open the lcd to record
Recommended it? Yes

I saw the reviews on the net about some noise and didn't expect much but I wanted somethng I could stick in my pocket and was willing to see how it faired. Compared to the sizes of the other camcorders I couldn't believe how many good things they could put in this little thing. The... Read full review »

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