Marianne k
What is the best brand for digital camcorders? JVC? SAMSUNG? ETC?
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For years, I've done just fine by JVC, Canon, Sony, and Panasonic. I currently use a Panasonic camcorder (PV-GS65) at home, and have recommended a Panasonic professional camcorder (AG-HVX200) for a university TV organization, and we've been happy with both. Those cameras were selected for having the features we needed at the best price available. I'm not necessarily saying "go with Panasonic." There are other great brands out there, and any one of them is good if it meets your needs. It all depends on what you need to do with your camcorder.
Look at reviews and specifications. What do you want to do with your camcorder? Do you want to try editing, or do you simply want the easiest way to show video to your family? Do you plan on doing a lot of night shooting, or is spectacular performance in good light enough for you? Do you want a variety of manual control options? Where do you plan on using the camcorder? Do you plan on using an external microphone with your camcorder?
In short, find out exactly what you plan to use it for, and find out which one best meets your needs. The major brands have all been doing this for a long time, and all have a tendency to put out quality products.
For years, I've done just fine by JVC, Canon, Sony, and Panasonic. I currently use a Panasonic camcorder (PV-GS65) at home, and have recommended a Panasonic professional camcorder (AG-HVX200) for a university TV organization, and we've been happy with both. Those cameras were selected for having the features we needed at the best price available. I'm not necessarily saying "go with Panasonic." There are other great brands out there, and any one of them is good if it meets your needs. It all depends on what you need to do with your camcorder.
Look at reviews and specifications. What do you want to do with your camcorder? Do you want to try editing, or do you simply want the easiest way to show video to your family? Do you plan on doing a lot of night shooting, or is spectacular performance in good light enough for you? Do you want a variety of manual control options? Where do you plan on using the camcorder? Do you plan on using an external microphone with your camcorder?
In short, find out exactly what you plan to use it for, and find out which one best meets your needs. The major brands have all been doing this for a long time, and all have a tendency to put out quality products.
looking for a camcorder for home videos
Q. I really want a camcorder to be able to take home videos of my newborn son, however we cannot afford much right now. I am more than willing to pay but I am not looking at spending more than $250....can anyone help or is anyone looking to sell one?
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Yep - miniDV is the best choice, although you will need computer to convert the miniDV tape into DVD disc. (Alternatively, you can always play it from the tape directly from the camcorder onto your tv - it has video in/out)
Look on eBay, I bought 2 Canons there (ZR 700 and ZR 900 I think) and they are excellent. And good price too, especially today since those are models 2006 and 2007.
This is new one for $300 incl shipping and you will get a lot of stuff, more than just the camcorder...
http://cgi.ebay.ca/Canon-ZR900-Camcorder-Case-Tripod-2gb-Tapes-ZR-900-New_W0QQitemZ320285715888QQihZ011QQcategoryZ11724QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
have fun...
Johnny
Yep - miniDV is the best choice, although you will need computer to convert the miniDV tape into DVD disc. (Alternatively, you can always play it from the tape directly from the camcorder onto your tv - it has video in/out)
Look on eBay, I bought 2 Canons there (ZR 700 and ZR 900 I think) and they are excellent. And good price too, especially today since those are models 2006 and 2007.
This is new one for $300 incl shipping and you will get a lot of stuff, more than just the camcorder...
http://cgi.ebay.ca/Canon-ZR900-Camcorder-Case-Tripod-2gb-Tapes-ZR-900-New_W0QQitemZ320285715888QQihZ011QQcategoryZ11724QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
have fun...
Johnny
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