What are the pros & cons of this camcorder?

Monica

The Toshiba Camileo X100, I just mainly plan to make videos with my friends. So can anyone tell me the pros & cons?
Thanks in advance. :)

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Pros:
Optical zoom.
Flip screen, if you want to shoot yourself on camera.
4GB internal memory. This will usually hold about an hour. Many cameras that Record to SDHC often have only a token amount of on board memory.
Limited white balance options. I don't see a manual setting, but at least there's some options for general situations

Cons:
No external microphone input. On board microphones will often pick up *everything*, like the sound of your hand brushing against the camera housing. An external microphone input would allow you to use handheld or other directional mics. If you take this to a concert, expect to hear more of the people around you screaming than the singer on stage.
No manual focus. Sometimes autofocus will latch onto something other than what you want to feature.

Others might also criticize the image sensor, among other things you'd typically find in cameras priced in the 4-digit range. But I'm guessing you're not looking for a camera to film the next American epic. You just want a camera for goofing around, taking on trips, and recording the occasional event or party; and for that it's perfectly fine.

But if someone decides they want to take a class in video production, this camera likely won't pass muster because of the cons I noted.

Consumer Level Camcorders for pro quality vids?

Philip

What's the best brand of camcorders for the consumer level for at or near pro quality vids. Of course I'm after the HD kind of thing and moneywise no more than US$800 if possible.

If at all possible, recommend the specific model too.

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Hi Philip,

I'm a camera salesman, so I always try to be as neutral as possible. In my opinion
there is no best brand in camcorders. All the established brands make fine products,
these days. But we all have our prefferences based on previous experiences or not....
If you ask me, not as a salesman, which brand apeals the most to me, I have to say JVC.
Not only because of the quality and pricing, their service is outstanding.
Like I said before,Sony,Canon,Samsung,Panasonic etc. all make excellent HD cams in
your price-range. The difference between consumer and Pro camcorders is not the picture
quality anymore. It's mostly the durability and the possibility to expand. External mic's p.e.
In your price-range you can speak of pro-sumer cams. Consumers that like to use their
product like a pro.
Here are some links to a couple of models I think are suitable for you :

http://www2.panasonic.com/consumer-electronics/shop/Cameras-Camcorders/Camcorders/model.HDC-TM900K_11002_7000000000000005702

http://store.sony.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10551&storeId=10151&langId=-1&productId=8198552921666294273

http://camcorder.jvc.com/product.jsp?modelId=MODL028615&pathId=171&page=10

http://usa.canon.com/cusa/consumer/products/camcorders/consumer_camcorders/vixia_hf_m41

I wish you much wishdom in choosing.

Kind Regards, Lance.

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Can a normal camcorder detect infrared light?

Wut

I have some camcorders that do not have "night shot" or a built-in infrared lamp. If I get an external IR lamp will these camcorders be able to detect it? They're all Panasonics--SDR-S26, SDR-S26K, SDR-H85, HDC-HS250P, and PV-GS250.

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yes and no. All normal camcorders and digital cameras can detect IR light. For that reason they all have IR blocking filters to prevent having false colors in normal conditions. In a few models, the filter can be defeated to create "nightshot" effects, but not the Panasonics. Some hackers are willing to do surgery on their camera to forcibly and permanently remove the filter that is located on the CCD sensor. not really a good idea. some cameras have a poorly functioning filter and pickup some IR light. to test yours, point a television remote control at the camera lens and see if there is a light when the buttons are pushed.

camcorder shutter speed for low light conditions?

leatricema

There is a shutter speed given for video cameras in low light conditions. (1/30, 1/60, etc.) Is this the speed of the lens at all times or just when the lighting is low?

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The camcorder's shutter speed is in fractions of a second and the amount of time the shutter remains open to allow light to hit the imaging chip (CCD or CMOS).

1/30 is typically the auto setting when in low light. Smaller number in the denominator means the shuttr stas open longer. Moving objects will record with ghost tailing and possibly blurred. 1/60-1/125 is in daylight. In auto shutter mode, as the lighting get brighter (or the aperture is opened), the shutter speed can increase. Most camcorders also allow you to manually set the shutter speed. At about 1/500-1/1000, the aperture can't open any more and the image will darken unless lots of light is added to the scene. Be careful, though, at this speed or faster, there is an irritating "strobe" effect that settles in and can be very uncomfortable for the viewer.

(Remember, still photos capture is different from video - with stills, typically, the goal is to freeze the moment so faster shutter speeds are more common. Which video, motion is fluid, so each frame does not need to have everything in sharp focus).

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Top Christmas Gifts for this year!?!?

Kevin L

Preferably electronics or something to do with action sports

10 or more if you can : )

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Kindle Wireless Reading
iPod touch
Flip UltraHD Camcorder
Blu-ray Disc Player
Wireless Internet Camera
iPod nano
Digital SLR Camera
HD Pocket Video Camera
GPS
Portable DVD Player
Clock Radio
LCD HDTV
http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fgp%2Fbestsellers%2Felectronics%3Fie%3DUTF8%26ref_%3Dpd%255Fts%255Fpg%255F1%26pg%3D1&tag=products07e-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=390957

How good is the Kodak Zi6 compared to other portable handheld cameras?

Rangersfan

Answer
Flip UltraHD Camcorder is alot better than the Zi6
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0023B14TK?tag=dcmb-20

Review:
If I'm going to spend more than a hundred bucks on an item or somewhere around there, I do extensive research first to know I got the best bang-for-the-buck and, consequently, dodge any potential future buyer's remorse.

I've realized that the time I spend doing my product comparisons is often time that others don't have so I may as well share what I can.

I'll start by saying that you'll see my "Verified Amazon Purchase" on the Flip HD Ultra Camcorder review because, obviously, that's the one I wound up buying and I'll share with you why. But what I like in a camcorder may not suit your own needs so I'll break it down and let you decide what's best for you via what I found out:

Here are the pocket camcorders I compared:

Flip UltraHD (will be referred to as "F")
Flip Mino HD 2nd generation (Will be referred to as "M")
Creative Labs Vado HD 8 GB 2nd generation (Will be referred to as "CL")
Kodak Zi6 Pocket HD (Will be referred to as "K")

Why HD cameras only? Brighter colors and better images, wider images

HD SHOOTING TIME:
F: 120 minutes.
M: 120 minutes
CL:120 minutes
K: 25 minutes with batteries they included, 120 minutes if you buy an SD card

MEMORY:
F: 8 GB
M:8 GB
CL: 8 GB
K: internally only 30 MB recording space but it has 32 GB expandable SD/SDHC card slot. Because it comes with such small recording space you really need to buy an SD or SDHC card to maximize its potential, but the potential is really good and this will increase your ability to shoot longer.


RESOLUTION:
All 720p which is excellent, just one step below the top 1080p format.

SOUND:
F:Premier AAC audio. Best sound quality but still not great in winds
M:Premier AAC audio. Best sound quality but still not great in winds.
CL:Poor sound quality; had issues with sound and picture not being in sync.
K:Poor sound quality

ZOOM:
F: 2x
M:2x
CL:2x
K: poor quality zoom on the one I tried but I still think it's 2x. It has a great macro focus for very close-up objects if, for example, you see a bumble bee and want to shoot it on a leaf a few inches away! Kinda cool.

SIZE AND WEIGHT:
F: 6.2 x 3.1 x 3.1 inches ; 11.2 ounces
M: 2 x 0.7 x 3.9 inches ; 1 pound
CL: 3.3 x 7.9 x 6.3 inches ; 11.2 ounces
K: 4x 5x 2.5" 2.4 lbs


TECHNICAL DETAILS:
F: USB cable pops out of the back so you don't need to keep up with a separate cable. Comes with Flip Video rechargeable AA battery pack (recharges when connected to USB); also supported by standard AA batteries. Note: Some sets come with the HDMi mini included and others come with the rechargeable battery pack on Amazon. Looks like one or the other but of course if you need both you can buy the other.
M: USB cable pops out of the back on this one as well. Has child safe button to prevent accidental deletion of videos. Internal lithium ion battery recharges through built-in USB arm
CL: USB cable in camera. Included in box are HDMI cable, USB extension cable, silicon skin & rechargeable battery.
K: Included in box are HD and AV cables and wrist strap and rechargeable batteries and battery charger. Has built in USB arm.

SPEED:
F: 30 frames per second.
M: 30 frames per second
CL: 30 frames per second
K: choice of 30 frames per second or 60 frames per second.

VIEWING SCREEN: All 2" except the Kodak was the largest at 2.4"


IMPORTANT NOTES:
F: Best low-light performance for the mini cameras (though not perfect at all) and least amount of blurring and dropped frames in my opinion. You can get an underwater case for this one! Though that may sound crazy for a Texan, we use the camera non-stop on vacations and even when we aren't IN the water, we are around the water...on boats, in the sand with sea mist, etc. Then we can dive in and record the fish. Comes preloaded with flipshare software...just plug in to computer and it pops up.
M: Colors don't appear as good on the Mino as the other cameras. Thinnest camera. Make sure you get the one that only comes in the color aluminum or brushed metal. If it comes in any other colors it is the 1st generation MinoHD and they improved upon that one in the newer models. Great audio. Better shooting in low light than most mini cameras. Camera comes preloaded with FlipShare software. Can get still images through flipshare software.
CL: Decent filming in low light. Software is preloaded in camcorder.
K: The only camera in my list without image stabilization which results in very shaky filming. The others have built-in image stabilization to help correct it. What appears to be metal in picture is actually a chrome colored plastic. That said, this had the largest viewing screen of all of them. 2.4" Very poor in low light and seemed to have far more shaking and blurring due to lack of image stabilization. It also takes still pictures but they are really rea

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Do hard drive camcorders produce grainy film footage?

xtremelyeu

A friend of mine told me that with hard drive cameras, the image appears kind of grainy. Is that true? How about flash memory camcorders? Do they produce better video footage?
Ok, but what about a standard def hard drive camcorder? I looked at the hd camcorders and they are too expensive for now. My absolute limit is $500.

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Generally, grainy video will be captured by any consumer camcorder in low-light environments. This is the case whether hard drive, flash memory, DVD or miniDV tape. To eliminate this, don't capture video in poor light. Either turn on the lights, use a video light or save your money for a better camcorder with bigger lenses and imaging chip(s).

Consumer hard drive and flash memory camcorders save video to the same highly compressed MPEG2 (standard definition) or AVCHD (high definition) file types. If the camcorders are essentially the same - with the only difference being the storage media - the captured video will be identical. For example, the Canon HG series and the Canon HF series camcorders.

Please keep in mind that in both cases, the video is compressed a lot. Under good lighting conditions, their video will be fine, but if the video quality is THAT important to you, then you need to understand what digital video compression does... Short version:

Digital video compression = discarded video data = reduced video quality.

An extreme example of what video compression does can be experienced at vimeo.com by comparing the video quality of the same video when viewed as high definition or non high definition. The same can be viewed at youtube.com when comparing videos with the "high quality" or high definition link in the lower right corner of the video window.

MiniDV tape captures DV (and HDV) digital video and compresses much less than consumer flash memory or hard drive based camcorders. As such, miniDV tape continues to provide best available video quality - which is why miniDV tape continues to be the choice for professionals. Even when they use hard drives, the external hard drives they attach to their miniDV tape based camcorders record to DV or HDV - check the FireStore external drives from Focus Enhancements. Same with flash memory (check the Panasonic P2 cards).

Since consumer hard disc drive camcorders have known problems with vibration (loud audio or other vibration sources can cause the hard drive heads to park and not capture video)
http://forums.cnet.com/5208-7594_102-0.html?forumID=59&threadID=321392&messageID=2933075&tag=forums06;forum-threads
and they can stop recording at high altitude (higher than 9,800 feet) because of lack of air pressure, I no longer recommend hard drive based camcorders.

MiniDV tape and flash memory camcorders do not have these vibration or altitude issues. Since I cannot see into the future and don't know where I will want to capture video, the best path is to eliminate potential problems. Suggested camcorders in your price range: Canon FS10, FS11, FS100.

MiniDV tape requires your computer to have a firewire port - so if your computer does not have a firewire port, hopefully it has an available expansion slot so you can add one. If you are unable or unwilling to add a firewire port to your computer, then a flash memory camcorder is your only alternative.

MiniDV tape's other advantage is the "archive process". MiniDV tape is cheap and if you do not reuse the tapes, the tape is your archive/backup. How are you planning to archive/back up the video captured to either a hard drive or flash memory camcorder?

Another heads up: Whichever camcorder you decide, disable digital zoom. It is useless and will degrade the video quality. Use only optical zoom (unless you want to call the captured video "art").

BEST PROFESSIONAL HD VIDEO CAMERA FOR RECORDING INDOOR CONCERTS/PERFORMANCES (UNDER $1300)?

Maranata

Hello everyone!

I am completely inexperienced about video cameras. Could someone recommend the best professional HD video camera for recording INDOOR (guitar/string quartet/piano/some percussion) concerts and dance/drama performances, which usually have low light. I would prefer a shoulder-mount model. My budget is only $1300.

Thanks in advance!

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My definition of a "professional" HD video camera:
Lens diameter of 70mm or larger;
3CCD or 3CMOS imaging chip array.
Low compression video capture and storage.
When you find this, you get:
Separate zoom and focus rings on the lens barrel;
Manual audio gain control on the outside of the camcorder;
Neutral density filter setting on the outside of the camcorder...
At the low end are "prosumer" units like the Sony HDR-FX1000.

Low end camcorders have small lens and small imaging chip - this makes it impossible to capture good video under poor lighting conditions. Manual controls are buried in the menu and difficult to use/reach (your iPad has no manual controls). As the lens diameter gets larger and the imaging chip size increases, the low-light and poor light video capture behavior gets better and so does the price. As the manual controls migrate to the outside of the camcorder, more price increases - and add a mic jack an manual audio control...

dSLRs and other still image capture devices that happen to capture video as a secondary "convenience feature" should not be used as camcorders. This does not mean they cannot capture good video - they can, but they can't be treated as a camcorder. dSLRs have known issues related to overheating when capturing video over a prolonged time; poor audio options, file size and video length limitations. Generally, dSLRs do not have "stabilization" for video (even when the lens has stabilization).

Best video is captured under perfect lighting and best audio levels using low compression. That is not reality. That means we need to use equipment that works under as many adverse circumstances as possible.

Use of some sort of stabilizer (other than the camcorder's optical stabilizer) is strongly recommended. Humans are not built to be steady. Use of the ground, a rock, chair, shelf, monopod, shoulder-mount - anything but handheld... If you are capturing video handheld - with a camcorder, dSLR or other video capture device, expect poor quality.

Audio: The built-in mic works well with any camcorder when the audio is at an appropriate level and located in the right place. When this happens, the video framing may not be good. When the video framing is good, then the audio may not be set up correctly. The resolution to this is to use an external mic or audio recorder. This way the audio and the video are not physically depending on each other. Even if you don't choose to use an external mic or audio recorder, it is much better to have the mic jack and manual audio control (in a camcorder) when you want it - rather than want it and not have it.

I would suggest you look into the Canon Legria HF S series. Decent lens diameter and imaging chip size for the price, external mic jack and manual audio gain control. Please do not compare their video quality to a $4,000 camcorder - especially under poor/indoor lighting conditions. The lesn diameter is only 58mm and single imaging chip is 1/3".

Tips:
Use a tripod or other steadying device.
On a camcorder, use the white balance.
Use an external stereo mic (Audio Technica has a decent, affordable ones) or audio recorder (like a Zoom H2) when recording music - the stereo separation is much better than mono audio.
Use the manual audio gain control.
Capture video under good lighting.
Use the White balance settings.
Capture video at highest quality.

The shoulder mount cams in your price range have small 37mm lens diameter. The Canon HF S series on a shoulder mount system will be much better. And when you go with the HF S series cam, that leaves you budget for the other stuff.

And we don't know if your computer needs to be upgraded to deal with the AVCHD compressed video.

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Help with my camcorder?

Dylan

i have a big wight line on the top of my camcorder it is just on the screen and goes away when i put it on the computer does anyone know how i can fix this

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Am I right to think that you mean a "big WHITE line" on the top of your camcorder LCD screen? If yes, does the same line appear on the computer screen when you connect it up to use it as a webcam? If there's no line on the computer screen, then it may be a problem with the LCD screen on the camcorder. You'll have to send it to the shop for a better advice on what's the problem.

In the meantime, you can do some research on the Internet by reading forums and website or checking with other people online with similar problems. Googling your camcorder's make (brand) and model number, together with a description of the problem is a good way to start. Also look up the manufacturer's website to see if they have a technical support section.

Camcorders?

KJ

I'm looking for a DVD or miniDV camcorder. There are so many out there. Any recommendations for about $400?

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Get the Canon Elura 100 it is a great mini dv.. Canon is top of the line on cameras and camcorders.. Sony is a hassle and not worth buying at all.

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i want a good camcorder/camera?

Tyrece Joh

i want a camcorder/camera i want to take really good pictures/videos about 450 dollars no higher than that i want to put videos on youtube and take pictures when i go on vacation etc plz help thanks

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Check out the top rated and under $450 camcorders to buy: http://lovetosharethis.blogspot.com/2011/06/top-best-hd-and-digital-camcorders-can.html

Any Ideals On First Camcorder?

Pistol_Pac

Looking To Buy My First Camcorder, I Have A Budget Of $300. I Want Somthing With A Usb Port So I Can Edit On My Pc, Unless There Is A Easyier Way. My Pc Dose Not Have A Firewire Port. I Really Dont Know Much About Camcoders But I Dont Want A Toyish Cam. Also I Would Like It To Have A Good Zoom, And Would Like Dvd But If It Has Usb It Would Be Fine. Dose Anybody Have Any Models In Mind Or A Link? 10 Points For Best Answer.

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This camcorder buying guide should get you up to speed quickly on what features to consider:
http://www.easycamcorders.com/content/Beginners-Guide.htm

and a good starting point is this list of the top camcorders in 2007:
http://www.camcorderinfo.com/content/CamInfo-Selects-2007-33545.htm which picked the Panasonic PV-GS85 (http://www.camcorderinfo.com/content/CamInfo-Selects-2007-33545.htm#300 ) as the top camcorder in the under $300 category.

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What camcorder would you suggest...?

come.winte

I need a camcorder for under $400 that shoots great videos, has good battery life, and has a pretty good amount of memory.

Any ideas?

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I would suggest you to have a look at the Top 50 Camcorders at first for a better overview. http://theinsider.pricerunner.co.uk/65/top-50-dissected-%E2%80%93-camcorders

But I would recommend you those two camcorders :
1. Sony DCR-SR32 for £308.99 http://www.pricerunner.co.uk/pl/8-868022/Camcorders/Sony-DCR-SR32-Compare-Prices
2. Sony DCR-TRV245 for £355.35 http://www.pricerunner.co.uk/pl/8-141810/Camcorders/Sony-DCR-TRV245-Compare-Prices

Best digital camcorder to buy?

Q. I really want to buy a digital camcorder to make my own videos (for youtube etc)
I don't want to spent to much but i want one that works well and has good graphics. Do they work on Vista?
Whats the cheapest i should pay?
(i live in the uk)

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Go to cnet.co.uk, and click on 'Camcorder Reviews', then visit 'Editor's Top Rated' and 'Most Popular Reviews'. Most of the information you need would be on that website.

You can buy a decent digital camcorder for around £300, but if you want something a little more professional, like the Sony HDR-FX1, be prepared to pay around £2000. You may want to go for something in between, like the JVC Everio GZ-MC500 which, as they mention on Cnet, is suitable for amateur film-makers. For a cheap camcorder, Argos is selling camcorders for around £150, such as the Samsung VPD361 Mini DV Camcorder. Don't ever buy second-hand camcorders - there would definitely be something wrong with it; why else would the seller sell it off?

Look out for the newer models of the old model - a newer version would have extra, improved features added to the previous version. Always look for what's best for you and be clear with what aspects are more important to you than others. For me, it's recording time, battery life and visual motion quality; for you it may be visual quality, design and editing software, everything else may be secondary (no camcorder is perfect, there's always a flaw). Go for HD camcorders, the visual quality (graphics) is much better than non-HD camcorders. Also, makes sure you know the definitions to certain technical jargon, such as CCD. Make sure all the accessories and cables are compatible with your computer.

Before purchasing a camcorder, go to electronic shops e.g. Dixons, and try out different camcorders to see which is best for you. If you see something you fancy, then purchase it online as it's much cheaper that way. When you go to the shops, don't act like you've never had a camcorder before and pretend to know your stuff... or you may get conned! Yes, camcorders do work on Vista. After looking through all the possibilites, I'm probably going to buy the Sony Handycam HDR-SR8.

If you're going to make a video for Youtube with your new camcorder, don't shoot videos of yourself, it's just sad and corny.

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what's a good camcorder under $250?

Edith Gilb

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Flip MinoHD Camcorder, 60 Minutes (Chrome)
Technical Details
Color: Chrome

* Holds 60 minutes of HD-quality video (1280 x 720 resolution at 30 frames per second; 16:9 widescreen) on 4 GB of built-in memory
* Weighs only 3.3 ounces; Super-slim, super-sleek design, fits into your pocket or purse
* Limited Edition MinoHD Chrome features a shiny, reflective surface
* Flip-out USB arm plugs directly into your computer to launch built-in FlipShare software
* FlipShare software lets you save and organize your videos, edit individual clips, make custom movies, email your videos, and upload them
http://www.amazon.com/Flip-MinoHD-Camcorder-Minutes-Chrome/dp/B0023B14T0/?tag=tele-smart-20

FOR MORE
http://www.amazon.com/s/qid=1280836466/ref=sr_st?keywords=Flip+Video+MinoHD&page=1&rh=n%3A172282%2Cn%3A!493964%2Ck%3AFlip+Video+MinoHD&sort=relevancerank&tag=tele-smart-20
$$$

I need a good 1080p HD camcorder for under $250. Can anyone help me out?

Branon Dau

I don't need a big, professional HD canon or something, just a small hand help sony or toshiba or something camcorder. Please help, thank! :)

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Getting a HD camcorder is taking a step backward in Video Quality. HD camcorders Interpolate the video, which means of every 25 frames of video, 4 or 5 frames are taken by the lens assembly, the other frames in between these are filled in by the camcorder inner circuitry, thus giving you not true video. MiniDV tape camcorders give every frame of every shot and usually cost less.

http://simplevideoediting.com/learn/part1_camcorder_choices.htm

http://simplevideoediting.com/learn/part2_connect_camcorder.htm

Consumer level HD camcorders have 4 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) These Consumer level HD camcorders all have a habit of the transferred to computer files are something you need to convert, thus losing your HD quality, to work with your editing software. 4) 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.

MiniDV is currently the most popular format for consumer digital camcorders. MiniDV camcorders are typically more affordable than their HDD and DVD counterparts. Each MiniDV tape will typically hold an hour of footage at normal recording speed and quality. MiniDV tapes are available for purchase at not only electronic and camera stores, but also at drugs stores and grocery stores, making them easy to find while your on vacation. There are literally hundreds of MiniDV camcorders available; both in standard and high-definition. And add the fact that to get a HD camcorder that could produce better video quality footage, one would have to spend in excess of $3500 for that camcorder that could produce higher quality video.

http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/consumer/products/camcorders/consumer_camcorders/zr960

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Series LXI VHS Camcorder value?

dr1115

I have an old probably at least mid 90s Series LXI VHS Camcorder in the basement with all the components (Carrying case microphone, etc). It's basically a tv news style camcorder that takes VHS tapes. Anybody know if anything like this has any value at all? It's in Good condition I'd say not great at all but good.
Don't be ignorant to the obvious. I know people don't use those anymore I was thinking for the value as a collectible if it is. And somebody who actually knows.

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Trash it. As no one caries VHS tapes any more, and no one uses a VHS VCR on their TV any more, it will be of little use to anyone. Your cell phone takes better quality movies than a 20 year old VHS camera. I did find an online auction for a similar camera. The starting bid was $1. There were no bids on the product. http://www.shopgoodwill.com/auctions/Series-LXI-VHS-Camcorder-13207811.html

What camcorder is best value for the quality?

Pamela

I would like to purchase for family use....vacations, new baby, sports. I would like HD.
Is Flip good for TV viewing? Want to watch clearly on TV and computer.

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You can consider buying
Flip Ultra Camcorder 2nd Generation, 120 Minutes ..
Easy-to-use, pocket-sized camcorder featuring one-touch recording and digital zoom
Captures 120 minutes of full VGA-quality video on 4 GB of built-in memory; no tapes or additional memory cards required
Convenient flip-out USB arm plugs directly into your computer to launch FlipShare software
Built-in FlipShare software lets you easily email videos, edit individual clips, and upload video to sharing sites like YouTube and MySpace
Large 2-inch color LCD screen to play back and delete videos
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00280M1FC?ie=UTF8&tag=bdd-linking-005-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00280M1FC

Flip MinoHD Camcorder 2nd Generation, 2 Hours
All-new MinoHD is the world's sleekest HD camcorder
Captures 120 minutes of stunning HD video on 8 GB of built-in memory; no additional memory needed
Convenient flip-out USB arm plugs directly into your PC or Mac to launch pre-loaded FlipShare software
FlipShare software makes it easy to email videos, edit individual clips, make custom movies, capture still-image snapshots
Large, 2-Inch anti-glare color display to play back and delete videos
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002R5AM7C?ie=UTF8&tag=bdd-linking-005-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B002R5AM7C

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Can i use this accessory with my Sony DCR SR47 even though it does not have night shot?

Jason C

will this make shooting in dark conditions better with my camera or will it have no effect?

http://www.sony.co.nz/products/product/camcorder/lens-filter-and-flash/hvlirm.jsp

cheers

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To prevent IR from being an issue with the sensors in digital cameras and camcorders it is normally deliberately blocked. Hence if your camera does not have Sony's NightShot(r) mode the device will have no effect on your low light photos and videos.

Will this lens give me better picture quality on my sony dcr sr47?

Jason C

just wondering if this lens will make the picture quality of my camera better

http://www.sony.co.nz/products/product.jsp?sku=VCLHGA07

Cheers

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Iridflare is correct adding a lens will not improve much - but since you did not tell us what is wrong with the video quality, it is difficult to know what you might try to improve it.

The DCR-SR47 is a hard disc drive camcorder that can capture compressed MPEG2 video to the hard drive. The menu system in the camcorder - accessed using the LCD panel touchscreen - has a selection on "video quality". If that is set to low so the camcorder can record longer, then video will be poor. Set the video quality to highest quality available, don't move the camera when you are capturing video, shoot under good lighting conditions... and it *should* provide you with OK video... nothing to sell to Hollywood, but "good enough" for many.

Read the manual - it has instructions on selecting the video quality.

Use a tripod or other steadying device, even a chair or table or the floor, and limit the video captured when hand-held. Turn on the lights or use a flashlight or video light.

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how to make imovies?

B.diamond

i got a high definition camcorder that always put my movies in mpeg from and make them quick time to imovies and iam not sure how to do that but it says that i can upload movies right to youtube but i have a laptop i need help on working to camcorder and computer

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if you have the newest version, i found it different from the version i always had, i connected my camcorder from USB and i was able to find the clips and then i dragged them to a certain spot (the top middle box) if you wanna share it on youtube, go to the top to the share tab and there will be the option to share it on youtube. i did that also and at first didnt work, but i then shut off my other programs i had on and tried it again, and it worked, if you need more help look up tutorials on apple.com

How do I make a YouTube music Video?

Ken

I want to make my own music video and post it up on YouTube. I have Fujitsu Laptop and Olympus Digital Camera. Please answer my questions below.

1) Is camcorder really necessary ?
2) What are good Free Video Editing software to use, except WMM?
3) What kind of camcorder is recommended for making music videos? How much is their cost? Is it available in India?
(I live in India)
4) Is it possible to make a video with Olympus Digital Camera which I already have? I tried it once, but the format is in MOV, which WMM does not support. I tried downloading MOV converting programs, but none of them was helpful.
5) Is there any techniques for getting more views and subscribers in YouTube?


Thank you.

Answer
1) no, you can get clips and edit it... but camcorder will allow you to record ur own clips though.

2) adobe premiere, sony vegas

3) sony camcorder produces good quality clips.

4) yes.. camera nowadays can do just the same as camcorder.

5) create good clips.. that will attract views..

and by the way..

Ensure the file format is correct before uploading to youtube...

Using windows movie maker -- you have to save it into the proper file format, that is "wmv" file (use the "save movie file" on the menu at the top left) before upload..

The WMV file will be smaller in size but still quite good quality.. so uploading it will be faster.

--for best editing....

use windows movie maker (included in your windows machine)... it can help you make beautiful slideshow or video clip(e.g. mixing your songs with pictures/video/etc).... then save it as video file such as wmv file format... finally upload.

or .. Just get those clips you want , save & convert them, and then mix/match with pix/sound/etc using windows movie maker to create new masterpieces....

this will help you.... Use 'zillatube'. This is the easiest (and also the fastest) way.

Zillatube produces mpg/mp3 formats from youtube that are compatible with windows movie maker(or media player), and more.

It is very easy to download and convert videos. Then edit those converted mp3/mpg videos with windows movie maker... save your file as wmv and then upload.

It works very well....just google search for "zillatube"

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Best HD camcorders under $1000?

Malli

I need an really good quality HD camcorder that is less than $1000. I would be recording home videos/ Youtube videos on it if that helps any. I just want a good quality camcorder that is high-def and focuses well. There are so many options, and I have no idea where to start. If you know of any websites giving reviews on camcorders, you could add those too. Thank you :)

Answer
i had heard more about Canon VIXIA HF S21 Dual Flash Memory Camcorder which is really good.

* Records up to 24 hours of crisp high definition video to a 64GB internal flash drive or directly to two removable SD memory cards
* Genuine Canon 10x HD Video Lens
* Canon 1/2.6" 8.59-Megapixel Full HD CMOS Image Sensor captures video at 1920 x 1080 resolution
* Canon DIGIC DV III Image Processor
* Dynamic SuperRange OIS corrects a full range of motion

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-HF-S21-Memory-Camcorder/dp/B00322OP40/?tag=pntsa-20

Portable camcorder with autofocus? Under $1000?

Brookeeee

Answer
HD Camcorders and DSLR Cameras interpolate the video, which means of every 25 frames of video, 4 or 5 frames are taken by the lens assembly; the other frames in between these are filled in by the camcorder inner circuitry, thus giving you not true video. It looks like this -one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, from front to back of the video. Near impossible to edit, even when you have the Multi port processor computer with the big 1GB Graphics card and a Sound card that is required to edit, view, watch and work with the files these camcorders produce.

Consumer Level HD Camcorders and DSLR Cameras have 4 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 and DSLR Cameras, results in screen ghosts and artifacts being left on the video track, following the movement. Makes for bad video, sports videos are unwatchable. 3) These Consumer Level HD Camcorders and DSLR Cameras all have a habit of the transferred to computer files are something you need to convert, thus losing your HD quality, to work with your editing software. 4) 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 and DSLR Cameras. No event I have ever been to is that short. Either take multiple camcorders and DSLR Cameras or pack up with out getting the end of the event on video.

MiniDV is currently the most popular format for consumer digital camcorders. MiniDV camcorders are typically more affordable than their HDD and DVD counterparts. Each MiniDV tape will typically hold an hour of footage at normal recording speed and quality. MiniDV tapes are available for purchase at not only electronic and camera stores, but also at drugs stores and grocery stores, making them easy to find while your on vacation. There are literally hundreds of MiniDV camcorders available; both in standard and high-definition. And add the fact that to get a HD camcorder that could produce better video quality footage, one would have to spend in excess of $3500 for that camcorder that could produce higher quality video.http://simplevideoediting.com/learn/part1_camcorder_choices.htm

http://simplevideoediting.com/learn/part2_connect_camcorder.htm

http://usa.canon.com/cusa/consumer/products/camcorders/consumer_camcorders/vixia_hv40#Overview

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