a_mckenzie
Hey So I'm looking at buying a camcorder. But I need one with and external 1/16" jack so I can record myself playing bass guitar and so It will look and sound clear. My price range is anwhere from $100-$180
Answer
There is no camcorder with a 1/16" mic jack.
If a consumer grade camcorder has an audio-input, it will have a 1/8" (3.5mm) input. Same with dSLRs that have a mic jack and happen to capture video as a convenience feature.
The Kodak Zi8 has audio-in. It does not have manual audio control... so don't play too loud.
For "clear" video images with low-end camcorders, be sure turn on LOTS of lights - a BRIGHT worklight or two (or three) from the hardware store will work well... pocket cams and entry-level consumer cams have small lenses and imaging chip - low light video capture will result in grainy video.
There is no camcorder with a 1/16" mic jack.
If a consumer grade camcorder has an audio-input, it will have a 1/8" (3.5mm) input. Same with dSLRs that have a mic jack and happen to capture video as a convenience feature.
The Kodak Zi8 has audio-in. It does not have manual audio control... so don't play too loud.
For "clear" video images with low-end camcorders, be sure turn on LOTS of lights - a BRIGHT worklight or two (or three) from the hardware store will work well... pocket cams and entry-level consumer cams have small lenses and imaging chip - low light video capture will result in grainy video.
camcorder+external mic input.?
Samir
i like to record concerts but my 600d i a little enoying during a concert so i'm looking for a cheap camcorder wit an aperture of 2 or 1.8 or lower doesn't have to be hd. must have atleat 3 hours of battery and externalmic input.
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Hi Samir:
You didn't state a budget (I'll assume UK pounds sterling, since you post from the Y!A UK site), and I'll assume your Samsung camcorder you mentioned in an earlier post doesn't have external mike input.
You have a wide variety of decent camcorders to pick from, since you aren't limiting your choice to HD-only models. For long battery life, I'd recommend a Canon or Sony camcorder (not a DSLR) which accept large "hi Amp-Hr rating" battery packs on the back. (The longer runtime batteries stick out more than the "stock" ones.) And to save money, look for a good used or refurbished Standard Def MiniDV tape model, like one of the Canon ZR-series (or even an old HV-10/-20/-30 which also shoot in HD). You can still shoot 16:9 widescreen in standard def with most good models, and you get your external mike input, if you pick the right model #. You'll get better PCM audio and lower-compression video with MiniDV tape format, and lots longer recording time than your Canon 600D can shoot without shutting down.
I've have good luck on eBay with used Canon & Sony camcorders (typically well-under $100 USD), and even got some good 2200+ mAh battery packs with some.
You won't find anything brand-new with decent runtime, fast lens, nor large-capacity battery pack option that's "cheap", unless you find a close-out from an online dealer for a discontinued model, or a factory refurbished bargain.
hope this helps,
--Dennis C.
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Hi Samir:
You didn't state a budget (I'll assume UK pounds sterling, since you post from the Y!A UK site), and I'll assume your Samsung camcorder you mentioned in an earlier post doesn't have external mike input.
You have a wide variety of decent camcorders to pick from, since you aren't limiting your choice to HD-only models. For long battery life, I'd recommend a Canon or Sony camcorder (not a DSLR) which accept large "hi Amp-Hr rating" battery packs on the back. (The longer runtime batteries stick out more than the "stock" ones.) And to save money, look for a good used or refurbished Standard Def MiniDV tape model, like one of the Canon ZR-series (or even an old HV-10/-20/-30 which also shoot in HD). You can still shoot 16:9 widescreen in standard def with most good models, and you get your external mike input, if you pick the right model #. You'll get better PCM audio and lower-compression video with MiniDV tape format, and lots longer recording time than your Canon 600D can shoot without shutting down.
I've have good luck on eBay with used Canon & Sony camcorders (typically well-under $100 USD), and even got some good 2200+ mAh battery packs with some.
You won't find anything brand-new with decent runtime, fast lens, nor large-capacity battery pack option that's "cheap", unless you find a close-out from an online dealer for a discontinued model, or a factory refurbished bargain.
hope this helps,
--Dennis C.
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