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More Product Information for the Panasonic PV-DV953 3CCD MINIDV DIGITAL CAMCORDER
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  • 1/6" 3CCD Image Sensor
  • 3.0 Megapixel Still Picture Technology
  • 3.5" Color LCD with Color Viewfinder
  • Cinema Mode
  • 5-Mode Program AE (Auto Exposure)
  • Mega Optical Image Stabilizer
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Specifications

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General Information
ManufacturerPanasonic
Manufacturer Part NumberPV-DV953
Manufacturer Website Addresshttp://www.panasonic.com
Brand NamePanasonic
Product LinePalmcorder
Product ModelPV-DV953
Product NameDigital Palmcorder PV-DV953 MultiCam Camcorder
Product TypeDigital Camcorder
Display & Graphics
Screen Size3.5"
Display Screen TypeLCD
Number of Image Sensors3
Image Sensor Size1/6"
Image Sensor TypeCCD
Effective Image Resolution3 Megapixel
Total Camcorder Resolution2.4 Megapixel
Image
Image FormatsJPEG
Maximum Image Resolution2048 x 1496
Video
Video FormatsMPEG-4
Maximum Video Lines525
Video Signal FormatNTSC
Audio
Audio ChannelsStereo
Lens
Lens Type

Focal Length: 2.85 - 28.5mm

Minimum Aperturef/1.6
Optical Zoom10x
Digital Zoom700x
Image StabilizationOptical
Filter Attachment Diameter43 mm
Focus ModesAuto
Focus ModesManual
Exposure
Exposure Control

Program AE

White Balance Modes
  • Auto
  • Manual
  • Blue sky
  • Cloudy sky (Rain)
  • TV screen
  • Sunlight
  • White fluorescent light
  • Halogen light bulb
  • Incandescent light bulb
  • Sunrise and sunset
  • Candlelight
Minimum Illumination15 lux
Longest Shutter Speed1/60 Second
Shortest Shutter Speed1/8000 Second
Viewfinder
Viewfinder TypeElectronic
Storage
Recording MediaTape Media
Recording MediaMemory Card
Media SupportedMiniDV
Memory
Memory Card SupportedSD
Memory Card SupportedMultiMediaCard (MMC)
Memory Card Size Included16 MB
Memory Card Type IncludedSD
Interfaces/Ports
FireWire/i.LINKYes
Battery Information
Maximum Battery Run Time2.33 Hour
Physical Characteristics
Height3.6"
Width3"
Depth7.1"
Weight (Approximate)1.68 lb
Miscellaneous
Package Contents
  • Digital Palmcorder PV-DV953 MultiCam Camcorder
  • AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable (PV-DAC11C)
  • Battery Pack (CGR-D16)
  • Remote Controller (N2QAEC000003) and Button-Type Battery (CR2025)
  • MagicWire Remote Control (N2QCAD000002)
  • Lens Cap (VYK0J50)
  • A/V Cable (K2KC4CB00002)
  • Shoulder Strap (VFC3506)
  • SD Memory Card (RP-SD016BVE0)
  • USB Cable (K2KY8CD00002)
  • CD-ROM (VFF0162):
  • USB Driver for Panasonic DVC
  • DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE
  • G.726 Audio Decoder
  • ArcSoft Software
Additional Information
  • Wide Screen (16:9) function
  • Backlight Compensation
  • MagicPix Images (color recording in low light)
  • Web (Camera): Video Only
Certifications & Standards

FCC Class B, Part 15

Warranty
Limited Warranty1 Year
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