SVCD Portable DVD Players

The Bottom Line: The Panasonic DVD-LS83 is a solid-performing portable DVD player, though you may be able to find a similar player for a cheaper price.

Specs: DVD player, Portable, Stereo, Black, 2.2 lbs

The Bottom Line: The long list of features on the Philips DCP851--including the ability to play DVDs, digital media files, and iPod videos--is overshadowed by its mediocre picture quality and short battery life.

Specs: DVD player with iPod dock, Portable, Remote control, Stereo, 2.9 lbs

The Bottom Line: The Panasonic DVD-LS86 delivers some of the longest battery life we've seen in a portable DVD player--though not quite as long as Panasonic claims.

Specs: DVD player, Portable, Remote control, Stereo, 2.2 lbs

The Bottom Line: While its display isn't as sharp as that of certain other high-end models, there are plenty of positives to recommend the Panasonic DVD-LS91, particularly in terms of design and battery life.

Specs: DVD player, Portable, Stereo, 2.2 lbs

The Bottom Line: The Philips DCP850 has plenty of appeal for video iPod users. It's among the first devices to combine an iPod dock with a portable DVD player, plus it offers good connectivity and supports useful media formats.

Specs: DVD player with iPod dock, Portable, Remote control, Stereo, 2.4 lbs

The Bottom Line: While the Media Street DF-EM2 effectively combines a portable DVD player and digital photo frame into one multipurpose device, we wish photo display functionality was better.

Specs: DVD player, Portable, Remote control, Stereo

The Bottom Line: While its display isn't as sharp as that of certain other high-end models, there are plenty of positives here, particularly in terms of design and battery life, to recommend the Panasonic DVD-LS90.

Specs: DVD player, Portable, Remote control, Stereo, 2.6 lbs

The Bottom Line: A large 10-inch screen, a sleek design, and great battery life put the Philips PET1002 at the forefront of the portable big-screen DVD player category.

Specs: DVD player, Portable, Remote control, Stereo, 2.6 lbs

The Bottom Line: The Philips PET320 is an example of the potential--though not the complete realization--of the palm-size portable DVD player concept.

Specs: DVD player, Portable, Stereo, 13 oz

The Bottom Line: While the Philips PET1000 isn't exactly svelte or inexpensive, it is one of the sleekest and best performing portable DVD players.

Specs: DVD player, Portable, Remote control, Stereo, 2.6 lbs