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The Panasonic SDR-S26 is an entry-level, compact camcorder that weighs just 300 grams. The third of three Panasonic SDR-H camcorders, the Panasonic SDR-H26 is a more affordable downgrade from the Panasonic SDR-H80 and Panasonic SDR-H90 in that it doesn’t feature an integrated hard drive. Instead, the SDR-S26 relies on just an SD/SDHC memory card port that allows users to record video in MPEG-2 format. In addition, the SDR-S26 offers a 0.8 megapixel sensor, a 70x optical zoom, a 100x digital zoom, and a 2.7” LCD display. The SDR-S26 also boasts Optical Image Stabilization, and Face Detection functions for smoother recording, not to mention a YouTube video mode for Internet-ready recording. The Panasonic SDR-H26 retails for a much more affordable $329.95 (versus >$400) and comes with a 1 year limited warranty.
MSRP $329.95
Release date April, 2009
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Features
- Entry-Level
- .8 Megapixel Sensor
- 70x Optical Zoom
- 100x Digital Zoom
- 2.7” LCD Display
- SD/SDHC Memory Card Port
- Optical Image Stabiization
- Face Detection
- YouTube Video Mode
- Available in Black
- Weight: 300g
- 1 Year Limited Warranty
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Panasonic SDR-S26
• Panasonic SDR-S26 SD Camcorder (Black)
• SDR-S26 SD/SDHC Camcorder
UPC: 037988982608
EAN: 037988982608
MPN: SDR-S26-K
Competitors
MSRP $399.00
Released January, 2009
Pros
- 2.7" touchscreen
- 16GB of internal flash storage (up to 12 hours of footage)
- 60x optical zoom
Cons
- utilizes more expensive, less capacious and harder to find Memory Stick PRO Duo external memory cards
- still images are of very low resolution
- does not record video in high definition
Panasonic SDR-S26
vs.
Sony DCR-SX60
MSRP --
Released April, 2009
Pros
- headphone jack
- 37x optical zoom
- image stabilization
Cons
- no internal storage (upgraded models have - FS21 has 16GB, FS22 has 32GB)
- limited still image resolution (1024 x 768px)
- cheap plastic body construction
Panasonic SDR-S26
vs.
Canon FS200
MSRP $399.00
Released January, 2008
The FS100 model from Canon is a camcorder which features a 1/6" CCD, resolving approximately one million pixels. The camera records onto Flash memory via SDHC cards, and also features a USB 2.0 output for file transfering. The zoom lens is capable of 37x enlargement in optical mode, and 200x in digital mode, with...
Panasonic SDR-S26
vs.
Canon FS100
MSRP $450.00
Released January, 2009
Pros
- 80gb of internal disk storage (up to 56 hours of footage)
- 60x optical zoom
- HDD smart protection locks drive heads in place in the event the camera is dropped
Cons
- standard definition
- disk drive storage uses more power, creates more heat and is more prone to physical damage than solid state flash-based storage
- Memory Stick PRO Duo costs more and is available in limited capacities compared to the far more popular SDHC option
Panasonic SDR-S26
vs.
Sony Handycam DCR-SR67
MSRP $429.95
Released January, 2009
Pros
- 60GB internal HDD storage
- can record to inexpensive and readily available microSD or SDHC cards
- 35x optical zoom
- compact
Cons
- records standard definition footage only
- HDD storage is more prone to physical damage and not as energy efficient as SDD storage
Panasonic SDR-S26
vs.
JVC Everio GZ-MG630
Reviews
May 1, 2009
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Pros
- compact and lightweight
- affordable price
- 70x optical zoom
- optical image stabilization
- uses easy to find, capacious and affordable SD/SDHC cards for storage
- easy to use
- records audio well
Cons
- no included starter card or internal storage
- does not shoot in high definition
- poor low light performance
- low resolution still shots
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SDR, S, 26, SDRS, S26, SDRS26
