Quick Model Feature List:
DMR-ES15
Progressive Scan DVD Recorder with DV input - Records to DVD-RAM/-R/-RW/+R/+RW Discs
DMR-ES15S = DNR-ES15 in silver color. One DVD-Ram disc included.
DVR-ES25S = DMR-ES25 in silver color. No HDMI cable or SD card included.
DMR-ES46VS = DMR-ES45VS made for some store chains. HDMI cable is included.
DMR-ES25 = DMR-ES15 with HDMI output and SD Card Slot Added
DMR-ES35VS = DMR-ES15 with built in VCR Added
DMR-ES45VS = DMR-ES25 with built in VCR and EZ Sync Control (IR Blaster) Added
DMR-EH55S = DMR-ES45VS with 200GB HDD in place of the VCR, EZ Sync Control (IR Blaster)
DMR-EH75S = DMR-ES45VS with built in VCR, EZ Sync Control (IR Blaster) and 80GB HDD
Note: All the 2006 DMR Recorders use the same basic DVD Drive and have the same Record Playback Specifications. Prices range from about $130 to $500 depending on features.
Unlike many Combo Recorders the ES35VS,ES45VS,ES46VS and EH75S will work with a Video Enhancer.
Some Model Numbers end in V rather than VS (V is black version VS silver version) Panasonic also uses a K for the black version. ES15 & ES25 recorders do not have built in fans.
DMR-ES15: This base model has great Picture Quality without the extras. A BEST BUY
DMR-ES25: This step model costs about $50 more than the ES15.
DMR-ES35VS: This budget level combo DVD/VCR costs about $140 more than the ES15.
DMR-ES45VS: This is the step combo DVD/VCR, costs only about $30 more than the ES35VS. A BEST BUY
DMR-EH55S: This step up model offers a large 200GB HDD in place of a VCR, but costs about $500.
DMR-EH75S: This step up model had both VCR and HDD, cost the same as the EH55S, but the HDD is smaller.