Panasonic PV-L580D Compact VHS-C Palmcorder Camcorder Bundle

Panasonic PV-L580D VHS-C Palmcorder Camcorder

The Panasonic PV-L580D is a compact analog VHS-C camcorder designed for recording and playing VHS-C videocassettes. It is especially useful today for families and collectors who have older VHS-C home movies but no longer have a working camcorder to view them. With its built-in LCD display, optical zoom, electronic image stabilization, and analog A/V output, the PV-L580D provides a convenient way to watch VHS-C recordings or connect the camcorder to compatible video-capture equipment for digitization.

Key Features

• Records and plays VHS-C videocassettes
• Designed for compact VHS-C tape media
• Built-in color LCD display
• Electronic viewfinder
• Optical zoom lens
• Digital zoom capability
• Electronic image stabilization
• Built-in microphone
• Built-in speaker for tape monitoring
• Automatic focus and exposure
• Low-light recording functions
• Date/time recording capability
• Composite analog video output
• Analog audio output
• Rechargeable battery operation
• AC-powered operation with compatible adapter
• Useful as a playback device for old VHS-C home movies
• Can be connected to compatible video-capture equipment for digitization
• Dimensions: Approximately 4.5" W × 4.6" H × 7.5" D
• Weight: Approximately 2 lbs. without battery and cassette

VHS-C Tape Information

VHS-C is the compact version of the VHS recording format and uses a smaller cassette than a standard VHS VCR. The Panasonic PV-L580D accepts VHS-C tapes directly. VHS-C tapes can also be played in many standard VHS VCRs when used with a compatible VHS-C cassette adapter.

Refurbishment & Warranty

• Professionally refurbished, fully tested, and cleaned
• VHS-C recording and playback verified
• Video heads and tape path professionally cleaned
• Tape loading and eject mechanism tested
• Fast-forward, rewind, play, and record functions checked
• LCD display and viewfinder inspected
• Zoom and image-stabilization functions tested
• Analog video and audio outputs verified
• Internal tape mechanism cleaned and serviced as necessary
• Belts, gears, rollers, and other wear components replaced when needed
• Includes a 90-day exchange warranty
• Optional extended protection available
• Free U.S.-based tech support

What's Included

• Panasonic PV-L580D VHS-C Palmcorder
• Rechargeable Battery
• AC Adapter / Charger
• AV Cables
• Manual available for download

Ideal For

The Panasonic PV-L580D is ideal for families with VHS-C home movies, collectors, archives, and video-transfer projects. It is particularly useful for users who need a working VHS-C camcorder to play tapes that have been stored for years and transfer those recordings to a modern digital format.