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Panasonic SDR-H280

Panasonic SDR-H280

43 reviews

Nov, 2024

Positive
usability (30)
portability (13)
size (11)
image quality (11)
color (6)

Negative
battery (9)
connectivity (1)
viewfinder (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 43 reviews of Panasonic SDR-H280. The average rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders for all reviews. Reviewers really like the color and size. The image quality and portability are also mentioned favorably, but the connectivity and viewfinder get less positive views.

usability, portability, image quality, size, color

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Panasonic SDR-H280 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 83/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Panasonic SDR-H280

alaTest has collected and analyzed 3 user reviews of Panasonic SDR-H280 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.co.uk. People are impressed by the zoom and size. The usability and image quality are also appreciated, but many are negative about the battery.

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100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by : Colin Barrett (macuser.co.uk)

Panasonic SDR-H280

At a time when increasing numbers of consumers are switching their allegiance to high-definition video, the major brands are having to work that bit harder to convince first-time camcorder owners that standard-definition products are a good buy. One...

In all, then, the Panasonic SDR-H280 represents pretty good value for money for those who really don't want the hassle of either tapes or DVD discs

May, 2008

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Expert review by : CB (simplydv.co.uk)

SimplyDV Review: Panasonic SDR-H250 HDD/SDHC Camcorder

Unless you've been living on the moon for the last couple of years you'll know that tape and even DVD is giving way to camcorders that record to hard disc and solid-state media. Panasonic's SDR-H280 offers both.

Ok, let's be realistic. At a point in the evolution of home video when everything is leaning towards high definition very quickly (as witnessed by Panasonic's own offerings), the SDR-H280 isn't a high-def camcorder. It's a standard definition model...

Apr, 2008

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Expert review by : Good Gear Guide.au (goodgearguide.com.au)

Expert Review

The SDR-H280 is a well-rounded hybrid camcorder that offers high-grade standard-definition video. It might not represent the best value for money when compared to Panasonic's other SD efforts, but it certainly offers the best video quality.

Records to both SD cards and inbuilt 30GB memory, high quality 3CCD sensors

Underperformed in dim lighting, lacks certain selling points found in its cheaper siblings, connectivity is a pain

Oct, 2010

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Panasonic SDR-H280

Image quality, compactness and storage capacity.

Battery life could be better and an old fashioned viewfinder would be appreciated.

Dec, 2008

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Panasonic SDR-H280

The video camera is light and very portable. The control can be worked by anyone without using the manual.

Battery is not incorporated into the machine and sticks out a bit but isn't a problem not have a viewer.

Nov, 2008

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Panasonic SDR-H280

Instructions are easy to follow. Pictures are good and the snapshot facility is an excellent facility(although see comment below).

A small hand may have difficult in grasping the camera and operating the Telephoto and Wide Angle lever and possibly when taking snapshots, reaching the snapshot button.

Nov, 2008

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Panasonic SDR-H280

Very easy to use, the HDD has an awesome size!

Battery life seems short

Oct, 2008

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Panasonic SDR-H280

Brilliantly convenient i.e. being able to switch effortlessly from video (super picture) to stills, which I find very adaquate definition.

Being use to view finders, i.e. pressed against the eye, I find at the moment(need practise) the stability particularly using even modest telephoto tricky.

Sep, 2008

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