Testseek.com have collected 22 expert reviews of the Panasonic SDR-SW20 and the average rating is 67%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Panasonic SDR-SW20.
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22 Reviews
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The cool factor of waterproof gadgets is high, even when there's a subsequent trade-off in performance, as is the case with the Panasonic SDR-SW20. Anyone going any deeper than snorkel depth will need to look elsewhere, but at least the price reflects...
Abstract: Its safe to go back in the water. Great get-up-and-go lifestyle camcorder, perfect for YouTubers. There are higher-specified digital video cameras, but for everyday use its hard to imagine one more covetable than this. Waterproof, shock-proof, and ...
Abstract: Panasonics SDR-SW20 is waterproof up to a depth of 1.5m, shock proof for falls of up to 1.2m and dust proof. Its perfect if youre the kind of person who enjoys outdoor pursuits. Unsurprisingly, the SDR-SW20 feels incredibly well made. Its simple ...
If you're an extreme sports person and want a camcorder to stand up to some punishment, then the SW20 can hold its own. However, prepare for detail to be minimal in low light, but great when the sun is shining. Plan on using this footage on a DVD, with...
Poor performance and image quality; insecure handstrap; relatively expensive.
The Panasonic SDR-SW20s only saving grace is its water-, shock-, and dust-proof body (and even those have limitations). Otherwise theres no reason to buy this pocket camcorder. Specifications: Video input type: Camcorder; Optical zoom: 10 x; Media ty...
The SDR-SW20 has few competitors. In fact, its main opposition will be a regular camcorder with a waterproof casing accessory, which is unlikely to be as small and convenient. Even FlipVideo's Ultra is around the same size with its watertight attachment, ...
Abstract: The Panasonic SDR-SW20 may be compact. And with the ability to record straight to SD cards, it may be even easier to use. But one thing is isn’t, is a quality camcorder experience. In fact, it’s downright average.What’s really a s...
Abstract: The Panasonic SDR-SW20 works as advertised. It shoots video. It goes underwater. It can be dropped. The fact that the camcorder doesn’t a stellar job at any of these tasks should not come as a surprise, given the relatively cheap MSRP of $399. There ar...
Abstract: Camcorders that will work in hostile places can tend to be very expensive. Sun, snow, dust, rain and humidity can all affect the ability to shoot by varying degrees, and the protection that needs to be afforded in the form of specialized housings can ...
