Panasonic TM900 Full HD 1920x1080p (50p) 3D Ready Camcorder - Black (3MOS Sensor, 32GB Inbuilt Flash, SD Card Recording, Leica Dicomar Lens and Manual Control Ring)

I've had the TM900 for a long time (sorry for the delay with this review). I think it's great: the picture quality is excellent with very natural colours and an extremely sharp reproduction with both camera and video. All functions are easy and straightforward to use, and the remote control is very handy too. So on the camera and video side I could not be more pleased. I read about the fan issue in other reviews, but I did not let that put me off and, to be honest, I haven't noticed it - so not a major issue for me....

I just got the tm 900 last week. Picture quality of this unit is simply unbelivable. Very natural colours and extremely sharp picture. The manual functions are all great, including the really nice multifunction focus-ring. So on the picture side, could not be more pleased. However, there is of course the fan issue which, i'm sorry to say, is still an issue. I don't have any experience with the previous 700 series so i can't really compare the two, but the fan on the 900 is very much audible. I would go so far as to say, that had it not been for the ext. mic input, i would probably consider returning it. I find it very strange that they didn't take this more seriously, as i am sure this will give the 900 series the same ongoing "fan-fear" as the 700.One feature i would like though, is to have it be pal/ntsc switchable, or just 50p/60p switchable. This because 50p footage has the jitters when played back on pc screens, as most screens have a refreshrate of 60hz, hence optimal for 60p. The difference is very much noticeable. Plus, 60p is much more workable for internet use; youtube, vimeo etc. all use 30 fps which makes 50p look jerky. Hope they release some new firmware that makes this possible.

I'm very satisfied with the TM900. It lives up to the good reviews I read about it. It is light, easy to use, very powerful in terms of the number of features and its resolution. Still photos are excellent too. Works well in fairly low light conditions.The software for transferring video to a PC and playing it is quite flexible too.I bought a Lowepro Clips 110 camcorder bag for it. It's a snug fit but has pockets for the various cables etc so is ideal if you want the smallest convenient bag.All in all, I highly recommend the TM900.

Truely amazing HD quality images captured but disappointing not to have better low light performance and no slo motion capture at all.Easy to use, light and well made. For a 14mega pixel still camera the images are not that great.

Excellent compact camcorder produceing superb quality stills and even better video. I am a pro camcorder user and rather than carrying a stills camera and bulky camcorder while on holiday I was looking for something compact mainly for video but capable of taking good stills this is a supberb unit with a full range of manual settings easy to navigate and i am well pleased with it. I chose this unit over the X model as it has the 32gb intrernal hardrive+ the SD card.Jimmy

I purchased this camcorder in 2011. I already had a Panasonic HS9 Camcorder and doubted that this could be improved upon - I was wrong! The 900 was better which, I suppose, you would expect (but don't always get) for the higher price. It's good in any light (well, almost!).I am one very satisfied customer and recommend this product as being perfect for those who appreciate Hi-def photography. I believe, that to improve on this camcorder you would have to pay considerably more.

Pound for pound I rate this one of the best small compact camcorders you can buy as long as you learn how to use it properly, however it can be used as a "point and shoot" as well but it would be wasted by not using the array of manual adjustments for audio/video.I suppose I am biased as I now have two !

Got my product delivered to Ireland in 3 days. Excellent service by Amazon.I really was amazed at the quality of the footage when recording in 1080p 50. It was even better than satellite broadcast TV! The sound, when played through my Sony surround sound system is fantastic. I could not hear any noise from the fan (even in silent rooms). However, in windy situations the sound quality is severely interfered with.I have only recorded so far in full HD. I have yet to try the other modes but I can assume they are every bit as good as anything else on the market.I am delighted with this purchase. Picture quality is amazing and sound quality, when there's no wind, is very, very good. I would highly recommend this camera to anyone. It's easy to use and gives amazing results. My friends and family were astonished by the picture and sound quality. The camera is also exceptional in low light filming. No noise whatsoever when recording in dim light. Colour is bright and vibrant. If you're looking for an easy to use camera that provides exceptional picture quality and great Dolby surround sound, look no further. I guarantee you will not be disappointed.