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So recently I've been looking around for good sturdy video cameras for a cheaper price. I don't want a small handheld thing, because well, those are too small and annoying. I recently found a Betamax camcorder in my dads closet, unfortunately it's broken. However I was struck by it.
It had lots of features on it: Viewfinder, nice big Microphone, whiteblance lense, info red sensor for auto focus, zoom ring, and focus control, adjustable strap, white balance switch, external microphone jack, earphone jack, and I liked that. Here's a picture of how it looks:
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See, nice big and sturdy. I'd rather a size like that than a super small handheld one. Does anyone have any suggestions for modern cameras similar to my needs (Perferably a pretty low price one)
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Answer
Consumer level HD camcorders have 3 problems. 1) Blurry, fuzzy, out of focus areas closely around people in videos taken by consumer level HD camcorders. 2) Any movement, even a wave or lifting an arm, while in front of a recording consumer level HD camcorder, results in screen ghosts and artifacts being left on the video track, following the movement. Makes for bad video, sports videos are unwatchable. 3) Mandatory maximum record times - 1 hour, 30 minutes, 8 minutes, 3 minutes â four different times advertised as maximum record time for some consumer level HD camcorders. No event I have ever been to is that short. Either take multiple camcorders or pack up with out getting the end of the event on video.
With a MiniDV tape camcorder, record 60 or 90 minutes ( camcorder settings), 90 seconds or less to change a tape and record for 60 or 90 more and repeat till you run out of tapes.
You can get a Canon ZR960 for $250. It is a MiniDV tape camcorder, has a Mic jack. You need a firewire (IEEE1394) card ($25 to 30) for the computer and a firewire cable (less than 10) to be able to transfer video to your computer. To say this is not HD, think about this. It would cost in excess of $3500 to get a HD camcorder that could equal the video Quality of a $250 Canon MiniDV tape camcorder.
That camcorder you see is a VHS camcorder and is not compatible, at least very easily in any way with a computer of modern day vintage. To get a camcorder that size will cost 3 or 4 thousand dollars, even used would cost you $1500 to 2000. Step into this century with a camcorder that does is capable of easy transfer to your computer. Deal with the small size of today's camcorders the best you can because that is the new norm.
Consumer level HD camcorders have 3 problems. 1) Blurry, fuzzy, out of focus areas closely around people in videos taken by consumer level HD camcorders. 2) Any movement, even a wave or lifting an arm, while in front of a recording consumer level HD camcorder, results in screen ghosts and artifacts being left on the video track, following the movement. Makes for bad video, sports videos are unwatchable. 3) Mandatory maximum record times - 1 hour, 30 minutes, 8 minutes, 3 minutes â four different times advertised as maximum record time for some consumer level HD camcorders. No event I have ever been to is that short. Either take multiple camcorders or pack up with out getting the end of the event on video.
With a MiniDV tape camcorder, record 60 or 90 minutes ( camcorder settings), 90 seconds or less to change a tape and record for 60 or 90 more and repeat till you run out of tapes.
You can get a Canon ZR960 for $250. It is a MiniDV tape camcorder, has a Mic jack. You need a firewire (IEEE1394) card ($25 to 30) for the computer and a firewire cable (less than 10) to be able to transfer video to your computer. To say this is not HD, think about this. It would cost in excess of $3500 to get a HD camcorder that could equal the video Quality of a $250 Canon MiniDV tape camcorder.
That camcorder you see is a VHS camcorder and is not compatible, at least very easily in any way with a computer of modern day vintage. To get a camcorder that size will cost 3 or 4 thousand dollars, even used would cost you $1500 to 2000. Step into this century with a camcorder that does is capable of easy transfer to your computer. Deal with the small size of today's camcorders the best you can because that is the new norm.
Need Help Selecting A Camcorder?
Blake
I need help selecting a camcorder. First: I want it priced between $100 to $300. Second: I want it to have good quality picture and sound. Third: I want to be good for making movies. Fourth: I want to sold from a trustworthy place. Please leave an answer and any other details. Thank You! Also I want it to be easy to use.
Answer
Canon ZR85 MiniDV Camcorder w/20x Optical Zoom
Technical Details
* MiniDV camcorder takes video and stills and connects effortlessly to your computer, TV, or VCR
* 20x optical zoom lens (digital zoom to 400x) and image stabilizer
* 2.5-inch LCD with 180-degree rotation
* Capture low-light recordings with Night Mode
* Record for up to 2 hour and 5 minutes on one battery charge
http://www.amazon.com/Canon-ZR85-MiniDV-Camcorder-Optical/dp/B0001AN1H8/?tag=bdd-linking-005-20
Canon FS300 Flash Memory Camcorder (Silver) - 2010 MODEL
Technical Details
Color: Silver
* Records video directly to removable SD memory cards
* Ultra-Sleek, Compact and Lightweight Design (7.9 oz)
* Genuine Canon 41x Advanced Zoom
* Canon DIGIC DV II Image Processor
* Dynamic SuperRange OIS corrects a full range of motion
http://www.amazon.com/Canon-FS300-Memory-Camcorder-Silver/dp/B00322ON1K/?tag=bdd-linking-005-20
$$$
Canon ZR85 MiniDV Camcorder w/20x Optical Zoom
Technical Details
* MiniDV camcorder takes video and stills and connects effortlessly to your computer, TV, or VCR
* 20x optical zoom lens (digital zoom to 400x) and image stabilizer
* 2.5-inch LCD with 180-degree rotation
* Capture low-light recordings with Night Mode
* Record for up to 2 hour and 5 minutes on one battery charge
http://www.amazon.com/Canon-ZR85-MiniDV-Camcorder-Optical/dp/B0001AN1H8/?tag=bdd-linking-005-20
Canon FS300 Flash Memory Camcorder (Silver) - 2010 MODEL
Technical Details
Color: Silver
* Records video directly to removable SD memory cards
* Ultra-Sleek, Compact and Lightweight Design (7.9 oz)
* Genuine Canon 41x Advanced Zoom
* Canon DIGIC DV II Image Processor
* Dynamic SuperRange OIS corrects a full range of motion
http://www.amazon.com/Canon-FS300-Memory-Camcorder-Silver/dp/B00322ON1K/?tag=bdd-linking-005-20
$$$
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