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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 Panasonic DMP-B15 is the world's first portable Blu-ray player that can function as a standalone player, too, but ultimately it has too many caveats and costs too much.

Specs: Blu-Ray disc player, Portable, Remote control, Stereo, 2.4 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: With its swivel screen and sharp, bright picture, Panasonic's DVD-LS50 is slicker than your average entry-level portable DVD model, but it also costs a bit more.

Specs: DVD player, Portable, Remote control, Stereo, Silver, 1.8 lbs

The Bottom Line: While the sleek-looking Panasonic DVD-LX9 can produce wonderful pictures, its woeful battery life is a major Achilles' heel.

Specs: DVD player, Portable, Remote control, DTS decoder, Dolby Digital, Surround Sound, Silver, 2.6 lbs

The Bottom Line: If you don't need the LV65's Secure Digital card slot, you can save some dough by going with the equally stylish and lightweight LV50.

Specs: DVD player, Portable, Remote control, Stereo, Metallic silver

The Bottom Line: The stylish LV65 can count itself among the top ultracompact portable DVD players.

Specs: DVD player, Portable, Remote control, Stereo, Silver, 20.8 oz