Panasonic AG-HVX200A P2HD Camcorder

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$5,499.00 at B&H Photo Video

 
 

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Pros

  • Great picture quality (36)
  • Great features (33)
  • Durable (29)
  • Comfortable to operate (28)
  • Versatile (28)
  • Great sound quality (24)
  • Simple controls (23)
  • It's not mpeg (1)
  • Multiple modes (1)
  • P2 and tape (1)
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Cons

  • Poor battery life (4)
  • Uncomfortable (4)
  • Complicated to operate (3)
  • Poor sound quality (3)
  • Flimsy (2)
  • 1080i (1)
  • Complex off load (1)
  • Heavy for hand held (1)
  • Inadequate features (1)
  • Lcd artifacts (1)

Best Uses

  • Movies/short films (29)
  • Special events (12)
  • Hd shooting (11)
  • Travel (11)
  • Sports (10)
  • Weddings (10)
  • Documentaries (8)
  • Home movies (4)
  • Editing (3)
  • Family (3)
 
 
 

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Last update: Aug 11, 2009

Panasonic AG-HVX200A P2HD Camcorder Reviews

 
 
 

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[12 of 13 customers found this review helpful]

Most helpful negative review

[2 of 10 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★★
5.0
Exactly what I expected

"I've been researching and planning a move up from standard definition for a couple of years. I shot several shorts, a feature, and a few instructional videos on a Panasonic DVX100A. I've always been pleased with the DVX, and surprised more than a few people who thought the end product was done with HDV (even a couple thought it was film). I ruled out the HDV format because of the long GOP issue with the MPE..." Read Full Review »

Aug 26, 2008 by Gum Swamper

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★☆☆☆☆
1.0
Reliable technology?

"I bought this model in April 2008, the image quality is great, the lcd panel is inferior to the ones found in similar models and the sound knobs in the camera are hard to use. The quality and features in the filmCam mode, satisfy any 16mm addict, However, after 7 months of little use (65hours), the camera will not work in the P2 mode and when it is in the P2 mode not only does it not work, the camera does not tu..." Read Full Review »

Nov 01, 2008 by Daniel Zarvos

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[12 of 13 customers found this review helpful]

Panasonic AG-HVX200A P2HD Camcorder Review

Exactly what I expected

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Great Picture Quality
  • Great Sound
  • Versatile

    Cons

  • Uncomfortable

    Best Uses

  • Movies/Short Films
  • Special Events
 

"I've been researching and planning a move up from standard definition for a couple of years. I shot several shorts, a feature, and a few instructional videos on a Panasonic DVX100A. I've always been pleased with the DVX, and surprised more than a few people who thought the end product was done wit …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Aug 26 2008
Gum Swamper
Barnesville, GA
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  • Semi-Professional
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Price: $5,499.00
 

[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

Panasonic AG-HVX200A P2HD Camcorder Review

Great Camera for Great Price

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Durable
  • Great Features
  • Great Picture Quality
  • Simple Controls
  • Versatile

    Cons

  • On-board mic

    Best Uses

  • Documentaries
  • HD Shooting
  • Movies/Short Films
  • Sports Coverage
  • Travel
 

"As a videographer, I can't start to tell how impressive the 200a really is! There are cameras out there easily double the price that can't produce the great image that it does. I've already done different shoots with it and it is very mobile and allows for very quick shooting. One of my favorite thi …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jan 5 2009
WV Video Guy
West Virginia
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  • Semi-pro Videographer
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Price: $5,499.00
 

[5 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

Panasonic AG-HVX200A P2HD Camcorder Review

Good camera with a couple small problems

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Comfortable to Operate
  • Durable
  • Great Features
  • Great Picture Quality
  • Great Sound
  • More »

    Cons

  • Poor quality audio jack
  • Trouble with auto-focus

    Best Uses

  • None
 

"This camera is mostly great. A couple issues we have had is the headphone jack and auto-focus issues. We have had to send in our camera to Panasonic to repair our headphone jack within a month of buying the camera. It turns out that this is a well known problem to Panasonic.

The auto-focus problem …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Aug 25 2008
Jeffé
Colorado
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  • Professional
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Price: $5,499.00
 

[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

Panasonic AG-HVX200A P2HD Camcorder Review

I Love It!!!!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Durable
  • Great Features
  • Great Picture Quality

    Cons

  • Poor Sound

    Best Uses

  • Movies/Short Films
  • Special Events
  • Sports
  • Weddings
 

"I ordered my HVX from B&H about a week ago. It was a smooth transaction and came quicker than I expected. As far as the camera it's just simply amazing. It has all the professional features needed to create great pictures. Having the option to switch from MiniDV Tape to the P2cards is key, since the …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Aug 7 2008
D.J.
New Orleans, LA
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  • Professional
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Price: $5,499.00
 

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Panasonic AG-HVX200A P2HD Camcorder Review

HD WOW

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Comfortable to Operate
  • Durable
  • Great Features
  • Great Picture Quality
  • Simple Controls

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Movies/Short Films
 

"With the purchase of the Panasonic AG-HVX200A, we have taken our clients and their projects to another level. Having a video project stand out is key to return business and with this new HD package we are doing just that. Everything from commercials to music videos to info DVD's for non-profits, we …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jul 22 2008
T
albuquerque nm
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  • Professional
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