Panasonic PV-GS90 MiniDV Camcorder

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★★★★☆
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Pros

  • Simple controls (14)
  • Comfortable to operate (12)
  • Great picture quality (11)
  • Versatile (10)
  • Great features (8)
  • Great sound quality (8)
  • Durable (7)
  • Add misleads (1)
  • Built-in lens cover (1)
  • Great fade feature (1)
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Cons

  • Inadequate features (3)
  • Low-quality recordings (3)
  • Poor battery life (2)
  • Add lies (1)
  • Average in low light (1)
  • Complicated to operate (1)
  • Difficlult manual focus (1)
  • Few features (1)
  • Flimsy (1)
  • Sound just adequate (1)

Best Uses

  • Home movies (11)
  • Travel (10)
  • Documentaries (6)
  • Editing (5)
  • Movies/short films (4)
  • Family (1)
  • Hd shooting (1)
  • Special events (1)
  • Weddings (1)
 
 
 

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Advanced O.I.S. Reduces Camera Shake, Even at 42x Zoom
The PV-GS90 miniDV camcorder's 42x optical zoom lens has the power you need to take dramatic closeups or get remarkable shots of even distant subjects. But with long-distance zoom shots, even a tiny bit of hand shake has a huge effect on picture quality. That's where Panasonic's Advanced Optical Image Stabilization (O.I.S.) comes in, suppressing the effects of hand shake as you shoot. The system uses gyrosensors to detect hand shake, then shifts a lens and adjusts the optical axis to compensate. This all happens a remarkable 4,000 times per second. And because the system is optical, no image quality is lost. Thanks to Advanced O.I.S., the images you capture look incredibly clear, sharp and blur-free even at high zoom levels.

Capture Vivid Images Even in Dim Lighting
When illumination is insufficient, turn on this camcorder's built-in LED video light to take crisp, colorful movies. The LED (light emitting diode) has low power consumption, long service life, and the safety of a low-operating temperature. Or leave the light off and turn on the MagicPix? function to capture sharp images with color even in dim lighting (1 lux). Light from the LCD is gentle and easy on the eyes, so you can snap shots of sleeping children without waking them up.

One-Touch Navigation
With One-Touch Navigation, just press the center of the joystick to display an operating menu. The operations you use most often appear right on the monitor, so it's easy to change settings or operate the camera without looking away from your subject.

Give Your Subjects Smoother-Looking Skin
The Soft Skin function detects skin tones, softening the focus on those areas. This has a skin-beautifying effect, which makes wrinkles and lines appear less noticeable. When turned on, this function makes blemishes and moles look less conspicuous while preserving resolution in areas of the picture and outside of the skin.

Specification Description
Model PV-GS90, PVGS90, pvgs90
UPC 037988255849
16 x 9 recording Yes
adjustable auto date/time  Yes
Audio Recording Yes
Auto power save  Yes
Available for Store Pickup Spec Name: rshStandard Yes
back light compensation Yes
Battery Type Product
Benefits Advanced optical image stabilization (O.I.S.) ensures your footage doesn't get ruined by hand shake42x optical zoom (2000x digital) b
Cables Included A/V cable, USB cable
Camera/Camcorder Color Support Yes
Capacity UOM mAh
Chemistry Lithium Ion
Connector Type A/V, USB
Country Of Origin Japan
date/time insert Yes
Description Header Always shoot great film.
Digital Still Camera Function Yes
Digital Video Format MPEG
Digital Zoom 2000
Display Catalog Number 55028279
Display Features 123,200 pixels
Display Size 2.7 inches
DVD Media Type MiniDV Cassette
Effective Sensor Resolution 800000 Pixels
Enclosure Color Black/Silver
End Product Indicator Yes
Expansion Slot(s) SD/SDHC memory card slot
Features LED video light captures vivid images even in dim lightingMicrophone records stereo quality sound and features wind noise reduction
Focal Length 1.8mm-75.6mm
Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera 40.9mm-1718mm
Image Stabilizer Advanced O.I.S.
Included in the Box PV-GS90 camcorderRechargeable lithium ion battery packAC adapterHand strapUSB cableA/V cable
Inputs 1 x Barrel(DC in), 1 x USB/B Mini 5 pin(USB)
JPEG, JPG Yes
Lens Aperture f1.9-f4.3
Lens System Type Zoom
MAC Operating System Support Mac OSX 10.4Power PC G5 (1.8GHz or higher)64MB or more RAM Available USB 2.0 port
Manufacturer Labor Warranty 12
Manufacturer Part Number PV-GS90
Manufacturer Parts Warranty 12
MAP Price 279.95
Microphone Type Built-in
Model PV-GS90
MPEG Yes
Operating Temperature UOM ° F
Optical Sensor Type 1/6" CCD (800K pixels)
Optical Zoom 42
Outputs 1 x Phone 1/8"(A/V out), 1 x USB/B Mini 5 pin(USB)
PC Operating System Support Microsoft Windows 2000, XP, Vista Intel Pentium III 1.0 GHz or higher (including compatible CPU) (Intel Core 2 Duo 2.16 GHz or higher, Intel Pentium D
PictBridge-enabled Yes
Product Depth 4.697
Product Dimensions UOM inches
Product Height 3.327
Product Type MiniDV
Product Weight 0.86
Product Weight UOM pounds
Product Width 2.638
Rechargeable Yes
Recording Speed SP, LP
Resolution 0.8 Megapixels
Self Timer Yes
Size Pack
Software Included VideoCam Suite 1.0
Sound Output Mode Stereo
Still Image Format JPEG
Supported Flash Memory SDHC/SD Memory Card
Supported Languages English, Spanish, French
Type LCD
White Balance Presets Audo, indoor, outdoor, white set (with IR sensor)

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Last update: Sep 11, 2009

Panasonic PV-GS90 MiniDV Camcorder Reviews

 
 
 

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[7 of 7 customers found this review helpful]

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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★★
5.0
I would buy this product again and again

"This model of Panasonic is the last encarnation of video cameras that use mini dv casette. Recently launch to the market offers amaizing quality recording. Even by far surpass many other similar cameras costing more money. With a very small body this unique jewel is equipped with a powerfull 42X optical zoom lens with an advanced optical stabilizer of extraordinary quality that makes possible to make very steady..." Read Full Review »

Oct 20, 2008 by Arturo Robles Gil.

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★★★☆☆
3.0
As expected, with some useful features

"This PV-GS90 is as expected, as far as Mini-DV camcorders go. This is my third one, after two previous JVC's gave out on me, and it seems to do the job. The optical stabilizer (vs. digital) does seem to help when refocusing on zooming. One nice feature is the ability to fade the video upon starting and ending a recording session. This gives a professional-like feeling. The built-in lens cover is nice, as well (n..." Read Full Review »

Dec 23, 2008 by mlc9

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[7 of 7 customers found this review helpful]

Panasonic PV-GS90 MiniDV Camcorder Review

I would buy this product again and again

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

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

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Home Movies
  • Travel
 

"This model of Panasonic is the last encarnation of video cameras that use mini dv casette. Recently launch to the market offers amaizing quality recording. Even by far surpass many other similar cameras costing more money. With a very small body this unique jewel is equipped with a powerfull 42X opt …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Oct 20 2008
Arturo Robles Gil.
México, D.F.
I am:
  • Pro Videographer
Reviewed at:
Price: $199.00
 

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Panasonic PV-GS90 MiniDV Camcorder Review

Good value for the price

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Great Features
  • Great Picture Quality
  • Simple Controls

    Cons

  • Uncomfortable

    Best Uses

  • Home Movies
  • Travel
 

"As I use an older edition of Premier Pro for editing, I wanted a recorder that used mini-DV tapes -- certainly going out of favor these days! Several years ago I had a predecessor model for the Panasonic PV-GS90, and had been quite pleased on the whole. The GS90 seems to have better low light capa …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Sep 11 2009
Travelin' Teresa
Charlottesville, VA
I am:
  • Video Enthusiast
Reviewed at:
Price: $199.00
 

[7 of 7 customers found this review helpful]

Panasonic PV-GS90 MiniDV Camcorder Review

Great camera

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Comfortable to Operate
  • Great Picture Quality
  • Great Sound
  • Simple Controls

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Family
  • Special Events
  • Weddings
 

"The optical stabilization is great, and the video quality is exceptional. The camera is highly recommended. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jun 25 2008
jsight
charlotte, nc
I am:
  • Casual user
Reviewed at:
Price: $199.00
 

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Panasonic PV-GS90 MiniDV Camcorder Review

As expected, with some useful features

★★★☆☆
3.0

    Pros

  • Built-in lens cover
  • Great fade feature
  • Optical Image Stabilizer
  • Simple Controls

    Cons

  • Average in low light
  • Few features

    Best Uses

  • Home Movies
  • Travel
 

"This PV-GS90 is as expected, as far as Mini-DV camcorders go. This is my third one, after two previous JVC's gave out on me, and it seems to do the job. The optical stabilizer (vs. digital) does seem to help when refocusing on zooming. One nice feature is the ability to fade the video upon starting …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Dec 23 2008
mlc9
Tennessee
I am:
  • Casual User
Reviewed at:
Price: $199.00
 

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Panasonic PV-GS90 MiniDV Camcorder Review

Great Little Work Horse

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

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

    Cons

  • Poor Battery Life

    Best Uses

  • Documentaries
  • Editing
  • Home Movies
  • Travel
 

"Bought this camera as a work deck for my macbook pro final cut setup. I had to get a 800to400 firewire cable but no big deal, i think it cost me $12. The camera was recognized right away and the control has no issues. The only bummer is that it doesn't have the option to record with its vcr function …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Feb 24 2009
Vandrook
Norwalk, CT
I am:
  • Semi-pro Videographer
Reviewed at:
Price: $199.00
 
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