As far as DV based cameras go this is a nifty little beast. It almost has everything.
DV recording 25 fps Progressive (similar to film motion).
25 fps Interlaced (50i Same as PAL TV).
Pre-settable Timecode.
Clear scan eliminating the flicker on screens (most freq) Gamma curvefilm & TV characteristics Matrix film & TV and various lighting conditions.
Detail level adjust.
Master pedestal adjust. And much more...
There are many cool features on this "I'm a tourist" designed camcorder.
We have found the Panasonic DVX 100 to be 1/2 stop faster in low light and 1/2 stop better highlight handling.
The large colour flip out screen is great, while the colour viewfinder is not.
Larger Panasonic batteries D54S should run the camera for about 5hrs.
The Panasonic DVX 100 P is ideal for HDdocumentary, where the SONY F900 or SONY HDW750 is the principle camera shooting progressive, the Panasonic DVX 100 mini DVcamera can be left with the subject also capturing progressive images..
The Panasonic DVX 100 P brochure.
Give us a call for a demo. Our sale includes operational training and film look set-up.