Panasonic PV-GS85 Ultra-Compact Mini DV Camcorder, 32x Optical Zoom, Color Viewfinder, Optical Image Stabilizer, 2.7" LCD Screen

The Panasonic PV-GS85 comes equipped with a feature known as the O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) that minimizes the hand-shake that can be quite a problem with handheld shots. With O.I.S. and MEGA O.I.S., the camcorder is equipped for clear, beautiful shooting of both motion and still pictures. The 32x zoom of the camcorder can fill the screen even with a distant subject. This camcorder has a Pure Color Engine that converts the CCD output signal from a complementary color signal into an RGB signal.

The PV-GS85 features a wide 2.7-inch LCD, making it easier to frame shots when you're shooting in 16:9 mode. In this camcorder you can snap off a still picture (VGA) while continuing to record motion pictures with the Simultaneous Motion Video and Still Picture Recording. The One-touch navigation and joystick makes the camera much easier to use, letting you control all basic operations with one hand.

The instant On/Off feature of the PV-GS85 reduces the time required for operating the camera. When you open the LCD, the power turns on; shut it and the power turns off. The Quick Start mode of the camcorder helps shoot videos on the spur of the moment. This mode lets you shoot those not-to-be-missed scenes just 1.5 sec from the time the power is turned on. The PV-GS85 also features MagicPix for shooting in dim lights. The MagicPix gives you smoothly flowing pictures even in dark places where it's normally difficult to capture good shots.