I bought one two days ago when the price was $149 (they refunded me $20 earlier today) ...what I like about it (more detailed spec below) ... 60p capable, low-light performance, wide-angle lens; really good stabilization; touchscreen control; full manual control; external mic; shoe for accessories; accepts thicker batteries. It's often compared favorably to the Canon M40. The M40 has slightly better low light capability but does not have wide angle lens or the other pros I listed above.
Mine did not include battery or charger. So I got a charger plus extended battery from Amazon for $18 total. So my total cost is around $150. Panasonic HDC-TM90 16GB Flash Memory Camcorder - Black
This camcorder features 21x optical/1500x digital/40x Intelligent Zoom to bring you up close to the action and optical image stabilization to prevent distortion caused by vibration for smooth recording. The 3" touch-panel LCD allows easy operation.
Features 21x optical/1500x digital/40x Intelligent Zoom Brings you up close to distant objects and scenes. 3" touch-panel LCD For simple operation. CMOS image sensor Offers stunning detail and clarity with both video and still images. Face recognition Ensures clear and focused subjects. Optical image stabilization Prevents shake and vibration distortion to provide smooth, steady video. Intelligent auto Analyzes the shot and automatically selects the appropriate scene mode. Night recording For full-color shooting in low-light conditions. Digital still photo mode Captures images at 5.0MP for clear photos. Wind noise cut Minimizes noise and wind interference while recording. Secure Digital slot Insert a picture card (not included) to save digital stills. USB 2.0 interface For easy image transfer. PictBridge/DirectPrint compatible For direct printing without a PC.
Specifications Format: Flash memory LCD Screen Size: 3" Image Stabilization: Yes Optical Zoom: 40x Digital Zoom: 1500x Night Recording: Yes Video Light: Flash Lines of Resolution: Up to 1920 x 1080 Number of CCDs: 1 Video Resolution: CMOS image sensor Digital Still Resolution: 5.0MP Audio Recording: Yes Flash Memory: 16GB Compatible Memory Formats: Secure Digital (SD) Connectivity: USB 2.0 Color Category: Black Shoot and Share: No High Definition: Yes Waterproof: No Touchscreen: Yes
I wouldn't touch any of the grade 4/10 items from CowBoom (which is all they have left of this item currently). In general I've had good experiences with CowBoom 5/10 & 6/10 items as long as I chose carefully based on pictures and description/list of items included. I got shipped the wrong item once and the return was completely hassle-free.
Coop1979
Senior Member - 2K
posted: Jan. 18, 2013 @ 11:40a
Wow, I bought one last year on Black Friday in an amazing deal on Amazon... for $299.
Fantastic price. Great camera.
umenon
Member
posted: Jan. 18, 2013 @ 11:50a
Coop1979 said: Wow, I bought one last year on Black Friday in an amazing deal on Amazon... for $299.
Fantastic price. Great camera.
Go Gamecocks!
A USC grad myself.
umenon
Member
posted: Jan. 22, 2013 @ 9:53p
Received my Cam this evening. It was rated 5 / 10 on CowBoom. Looks to be in great shape ... except for a very tiny ding on the top metal portion of the camera. No scratches anywhere. The LCD looks pristine. My camera came with a wrist-strap. But no battery / charger. Luckily, I already had received the after-market 3600mAH battery and wall charger from Amazon (thanks to 2-day shipping via Prime). Played around with it for a few minutes inside the house. The thing that stands out (as of now) is the wide-angle view from the lens. No need for after-market wide angle lenses. Thats a significant convenience for folks who use their cam to shoot family events within the small confines of their home. Lots of other features that I have not yet tried. If you have received yours ... please post your thoughts !
comprx
Senior Member - 4K
posted: Jan. 23, 2013 @ 9:43a
^ Which battery and charger did you get?
umenon
Member
posted: Jan. 25, 2013 @ 9:18a
I played with it some more last night. Really like the 60p recording. Also confirmed that my PS3 is able to play it fine without any pre conversion steps. Also confirmed that youtube is able process and play the 60p recordings!!! Very nice.
comprx
Senior Member - 4K
posted: Jan. 31, 2013 @ 12:02p
Ordered one grade 6. Just received the camera w/ hand strap, no other accessories. Looks brand new, functions great. Good deal.
Allofus123
Addicted Member
posted: Jan. 31, 2013 @ 12:28p
Does this have a through camera view finder or is it just the LCD viewer? LCD viewers are not very good in outside/sunny conditions.
comprx
Senior Member - 4K
posted: Jan. 31, 2013 @ 12:38p
LCD only
umenon
Member
posted: Jan. 31, 2013 @ 1:55p
Allofus123 said: Does this have a through camera view finder or is it just the LCD viewer? LCD viewers are not very good in outside/sunny conditions.
Google search just by model number would have been quicker than typing the question.
umenon
Member
posted: Feb. 9, 2013 @ 7:42a
Its BACK on STOCK for those who missed out!
thsze
Ancient Member
posted: Feb. 10, 2013 @ 5:34p
Out of stock again - when my camcorder broke.
fsiphoto
Handsome Member
posted: Feb. 11, 2013 @ 9:10p
Pleased with the camera so far. Ordered a grade 5. It has some scratches and a couple of dings but the lens is clean. It said no hand strap but there was one attached. It did not come with any software and there is no way to get the Panasonic hd writer AE software that I can find. Can anyone recommend software to download and edit videos from this camera? Playing directly off the camera to my computer is a bit choppy and it stutters a bit. Looks beautiful on the camera LCD though.
fsiphoto said: It did not come with any software and there is no way to get the Panasonic hd writer AE software that I can find. Can anyone recommend software to download and edit videos from this camera? Playing directly off the camera to my computer is a bit choppy and it stutters a bit. Looks beautiful on the camera LCD though.
Facing the same problem. Would very much appreciate any suggestion on how to deal with this issue.
Coop1979
Senior Member - 2K
posted: Feb. 12, 2013 @ 10:33a
Big2mouth said: fsiphoto said: It did not come with any software and there is no way to get the Panasonic hd writer AE software that I can find. Can anyone recommend software to download and edit videos from this camera? Playing directly off the camera to my computer is a bit choppy and it stutters a bit. Looks beautiful on the camera LCD though.
Facing the same problem. Would very much appreciate any suggestion on how to deal with this issue.
I've posted the Panasonic software on dropbox for you guys who don't have it. It's uploading now and should be up in about 10 minutes.
Got it. Thanks. The user manual is also available. Search for HDCSD90-MUL.PDF. It's at service.us.Panasonic.com .
Coop1979
Senior Member - 2K
posted: Feb. 12, 2013 @ 11:00a
The manual should be a part of that ISO, too. In a folder somewhere.
fsiphoto
Handsome Member
posted: Feb. 13, 2013 @ 1:27p
Coop1979 said: Big2mouth said: fsiphoto said: It did not come with any software and there is no way to get the Panasonic hd writer AE software that I can find. Can anyone recommend software to download and edit videos from this camera? Playing directly off the camera to my computer is a bit choppy and it stutters a bit. Looks beautiful on the camera LCD though.
Facing the same problem. Would very much appreciate any suggestion on how to deal with this issue.
I've posted the Panasonic software on dropbox for you guys who don't have it. It's uploading now and should be up in about 10 minutes.
fsiphoto said: Coop1979 said: Big2mouth said: fsiphoto said: It did not come with any software and there is no way to get the Panasonic hd writer AE software that I can find. Can anyone recommend software to download and edit videos from this camera? Playing directly off the camera to my computer is a bit choppy and it stutters a bit. Looks beautiful on the camera LCD though.
Facing the same problem. Would very much appreciate any suggestion on how to deal with this issue.
I've posted the Panasonic software on dropbox for you guys who don't have it. It's uploading now and should be up in about 10 minutes.
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