Face-Off: Pick the Products You Want to Compare
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 Overview - Full review |
 Overview - Full review |
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Price
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Test scene
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No zoom available Panasonic TM700  |
No zoom available Sony HDR-CX740  |
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User Score
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Specifications
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Conclusion
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The TM700 produces excellent quality HD video, although the 1080p mode doesn't add all that much. The 35 mm wide-angle lens is a welcome addition, and 32 GB of flash memory is enough to do the job. |
It's hard to find fault with Sony's CX740. It's a five-star camcorder with an impressive number of qualities (just look at how many 'Pros' we listed above!). The unique image stabilisation system works very well and picture quality is good in all conditions. It's not cheap, but at least the CX740 gives you top quality for your top dollar. |
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Pros
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+ Excellent quality HD video + Sensitivity + 35 wide-angle lens + Mic input + Manual focus with lens ring |
+ Excellent image stabilisation system + Very good picture quality in 50p mode + Good build and finish, lens hood supplied + Adjustable viewfinder + Built-in USB cable + 26 mm wide angle + 32 GB internal memory + 5.1 microphone + Built-in light |
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Cons
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- Average quality screen - Average quality finish on camcorder body - Very narrow viewfinder - Not much difference between 1080i and 1080p |
- Hot-shoe can only be used with Sony accessories |
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