Hitachi DZMV550A Video
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Hitachi DZMV550A Review
The good: About as small and light as a MiniDV camera; comfortable grip; solid on-camera editing features.
The bad: More expensive than a MiniDV camera with similar features; no ability to shoot uncompressed video; media is pricier than MiniDV tapes.
The bottom line: Working with Hitachi's entry-level DVD-R/RAM camcorder can be a hassle, but it's a winner for editing footage in the camcorder.
Hitachi DZMV550A Specs
Manufacturer: Hitachi America Ltd.
Part number: DZ-MV550A
- Product Specifications
- Product Basic Spec
