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Panasonic NV DS15 - camcorder - Mini DV (01/20/2003)

Panasonic NV DS15 - camcorder - Mini DV

Entered CNET Catalog: 01/20/2003

SKU: NV-DS15

Manufacturer: Panasonic

Manufacturer description

NV DS15 is a compact model offering high quality digital video features, multimedia compatibility and the 2.5" Smart-Turn LCD monitor. Motion Sensor function automatically starts recording when movement is detected and can be used in conjunction with the Night View function. Zoom microphone adjusts automatically according to the zoom setting of the lens to bring sound and images together. With Digital Photo Shot one 60-minute tape holds approximately 750 stills (LP mode). Panasonic's digital video cameras, known for being the smallest in the world, have broken their own record and become even smaller and slimmer. The result is an ergonomic, compact body and a comfortable hold that enables filming stability in any situation.

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Panasonic NV DS15 - camcorder - Mini DV specifications

  • General
  • Product Type Camcorder
  • Enclosure Color Silver
  • Localization English
  • Digital Zoom 400.0 x
  • Camcorder Media Type Mini DV
  • Optical Sensor Size 1/4"
  • Optical Sensor Type CCD
  • Min Illumination 0.0 lux
  • Special Effects Negative , Sepia , Positive , Wipe , Strobe , Mirror , Black & White , Mosaic , Solarization
  • Image Stabilizer Electronic
  • Shooting modes Digital photo mode , Normal movie mode
  • Shooting Programs Sports mode , Night mode , Spotlight , Portrait mode , Beach & ski
  • White Balance Automatic , Presets
  • Camera Flash None
  • AV Interfaces S-Video , Component video
  • Lens System
  • Type 20.0 x x Zoom lens - f1.6
  • Lens System Mounting Integrated
  • Lens aperture f1.6
  • Optical zoom 20.0 x
  • Lens system type Zoom lens
  • Focus Adjustment Automatic
  • Zoom Adjustment Automatic
  • Additional Features
  • Low Lux / Night Mode Yes
  • Additional Features Motion sensor
  • Included Accessories IR remote control , Cleaning cloth , Video cable , Camcorder shoulder strap , Power adapter , S-Video cable
  • Display
  • Type 2.5 in LCD display
  • Connections
  • Connector Type 1.0 x Microphone ( 5 pin mini-DIN ) , 1.0 x Serial ( 4 pin FireWire ) , 1.0 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK) ( RCA phono x 3 ) , 1.0 x S-Video output , 1.0 x Composite video/audio output
  • Viewfinder
  • Viewfinder Type LCD
  • Viewfinder Diagonal Size 0.55 in
  • Memory / Storage
  • Media type Mini DV
  • Video Recording Modes LP , SP
  • Battery
  • Supported Battery 1.0 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( Included )
  • Audio Input
  • Audio input type Microphone
  • Microphone type Built-in
  • Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
  • Microphone technology [Aug 27, 2010 from CDS: Audio Input] Electret condenser
  • Viewfinder / Display
  • Display Features Rotating
  • Viewfinder Color Support Color
  • Physical Characteristics
  • Width 2.7 in
  • Depth 7.5 in
  • Height 3.9 in
  • Weight 1.5 lbs