Panasonic PV-GS320 3.1MP 3CCD MiniDV Camcorder with 10x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom
Panasonic PV-GS320 3.1MP 3CCD MiniDV Camcorder with 10x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom
3CCD imager for vivid color, fine detail, and rich gradation
Leica Dicomar lens; Advanced Pure Color Engine
3.1-megapixel still-picture recording
One-Touch Navigation for easy, intuitive setting and shooting
Tele-Macro for sharp focusing, from a short distance
Panasonic PV-GS320 3.1MP 3CCD MiniDV Camcorder with 10x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom
This was our first video camera and we bought it for a trip to Alaska. We were very happy with the results. If you use the basic "automatic" controls the camera has a short learning curve; more advanced features take a bit longer. We were especially surprised with the quality of the still photos taken with this camera - in some cases, especially when the maximum zoom was used, they were better than the photos taken with a 9 MP digital still camera. One of the keys is probably the 3 CCD feature, which is not very common on cameras in this price range. We'd suggest you get an extra battery with extra capacity to be sure you don't run out of power on a long day of travel.