Hitachi dz-mv580a camcorder - Is It A Good Buy?

Hitachi dz-mv580a camcorder -

Product Description (from the manufacturer):

The dz-mv580a camcorder enables you to record directly to DVD-R, finalize and remove the disc from the camcorder and play it on any standard DVD player.
Record in 16x9 aspect mode on DVD-RAM discs and new Quick Mode menu for easy operation.
No need for fast-forwarding and rewinding with direct access to recorded scenes.
The high resolution of the MegaPixel CCD chip far exceeds that required for high-quality video, and enables high-resolution still photos.
These cameras feature high quality optics with multi-coated lens elements for optimal image contrast and color accuracy.

Now let's hear what actual users of the hitachi dz-mv580a had to say about it:

"Excellent DVD Camcorder" B. Alexis (Portland Or) "After researching numerous camcorders including Sony's and Panasonic's, I decided that the dz-mv580a would be the one. This Hitachi cam is very nice, compact. I have big hands and it is very easy to use, zoom in/out. All the buttons were placed logically where they would be most useful."

"It's a great camera" Lynne (California) "I bought the hitachi dz-mv580a camcorder just before we went on our annual family vacation, so it received a lot of use right out of the box. It was relatively easy to set up and start using immediately. The images/quality is great, but also I am using it for capturing family events - not professional. I used the snapshot feature, and it takes a pretty good picture for 1mp"

"It is a Great Camera" Ron P (Sheffield United Kingdom) "The hitachi dz-mv580a camcorder was clear and stable. It was worth every penny."

Conclusion

The hitachi dz-mv580a camcorder is very competitive with other dvd camcorders in its price range.

It has a larger CCD then the Panasonic (vdr-m70) and can be found more than $100 cheaper!

It has been said that the dz-mv580a suffers some dullness at low light levels although on the other hand in the light performance, the Hitachi DZ-MV580 produces the most balanced spectrum and crispest colors of any DVD camcorder seen. All things considered the hitachi dz-mv580a camcorder is a pretty good buy.

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