Panasonic Palmcorder PV-DV51 Mini DV Camcorder

alaTest has collected and analyzed 12 user reviews of Panasonic Palmcorder PV-DV51 Mini DV Camcorder from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.com. Reviewers really like the zoom. The portability is also mentioned favorably, whereas some have doubts about the price. Comments are divided on the durability.

The PV-DV51 is another one of Panasonic's mid-range MiniDV camcorders that seems to be designed for beginners with no desire to learn how to shoot good video by themselves. The camera shoots basically good video, but has limited extras. It does,...

I'm very happy having bought this camcorder by the advice of a friend. It has fascinating image ...

This camera seemed like a good deal to me only to discover that after about my first 15 minutes of recording it stopped and started chewing up the tape. I changed the tape only to chew up the new one. I sent it to Panasonic Services who wanted to...

I bought this camera about a year ago, and so far I am very happy with it. The quality of the picture (played through a Sharp 32" basic TV) is outstanding -- much better than our old Sony 8mm. The colors are outstanding, the EIS ("anti-shake")...

I've had my Panasonic PV-DV51 Digital Camcorder for about a year now. It's done everything I asked of it. I use it for web shots and some other photo work. I paid about $350 with a rebate last year. That was an amazing price for the camera....

I wasn't really in the market for a new camera although i desperately needed one. My old JVC vhs-c wasn't really cutting it. I saw this camera in the Fry's Electronics add for only $377. That's a must have price so I got it. I'm not interested in all...

I have been in the market for a new camcorder for almost a year now. I'm a guy who likes a lot of bells and whistles on my toys. However, I couldn't see forking out $1300+ for a top of the line camcorder.