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Panasonic VDR-M70
Created: 05/31/2006
Video description: The VDR-M70 doesn't shake our belief that mini-DVD camcorders still are not ready for prime time.

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The good: Compact design for a mini-DVD model; simple menu system; 16:9 recording capability.

The bad: No headphone jack; no built-in flash or video light; viewfinder doesn't tilt; low-light mode mostly ineffective.

The bottom line: The VDR-M70 doesn't shake our belief that mini-DVD camcorders still are not ready for prime time.

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Panasonic VDR-M70 Specs

Manufacturer: Panasonic
Part number: VDR-M70

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