Panasonic PVDV53 MiniDV Camcorder
Features
- MiniDV camcorder with 10x optical and 700x digital zoom with electronic image stabilization
- 680K pixel resolution
- 2.5-inch color, swivel LCD, B&W viewfinder, cinema mode
- Digital still mode saves images to tape
- Connects to PCs and Macs via Firewire (IEEE1394); serial connection transfer for stills
Product Description From Amazon.com:
The compact Panasonic PV-DV53 MiniDV camcorder is an affordable way to enter into the world of digital video. It features a 10x optical zoom, 700x digital zoom, built-in light, and 2.5-inch LCD.

Specifications
Format: |
MiniDV |
| Digital Still Picture Capable: | Yes |
| Built-in Light: | Yes |
| Image Stabilization: | Yes |
| LCD Screen Size: | 2.5 |
| Color Viewfinder: | No |
| Optical Zoom Length: | 10x |
| Digital Zoom Length: | 700x |
| Variable Speed Zoom: | No |
| Instant Zoom: | No |
| Max. Digital Still Picture Resolution: | 640x480 |
| Digital Still Picture Storage: | Tape |
| Output to Personal Computer: | USB, DV Input/Output(i.Link, IEEE 1394 compliant) |
| Remote Control: | No |
| Number of Digital Effects: | 2 |
| Number Auto Exposure Modes: | 5 |
| Built-in Date/Time Marker: | Yes |
| Zero Lux Night Filming: | No |
| SP/SLP Heads: | Yes |
| Flying Erase Head: | No |
| Editing Features: | No |
| Battery Type: | Lithium Ion |
| Manufacturer's Battery Life Rating: | 1 Hour, 35-Minutes |
| Included Accessories: | PC connection cable and driver software, Shoulder Strap, Lens Cap, Battery |