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Panasonic SDR-SW20
Created: 10/02/2008
Video description: The Panasonic SDR-SW20 is a lightweight, compact SD camcorder that is more rugged than most flash-based cameras, but the video quality is not up to par with those in its class.

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Panasonic SDR-SW20 (Silver) Review

The good: Waterproof to 5 feet with decent results.

The bad: Poor performance and image quality; insecure handstrap; relatively expensive.

The bottom line: The Panasonic SDR-SW20's only saving grace is its water-, shock-, and dust-proof body (and even those have limitations). Otherwise, there's no reason to buy this pocket camcorder.

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Panasonic SDR-SW20 (Silver) Specs

Manufacturer: Panasonic
Part number: SDR-SW20

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