Camera and Camcorder Info?

Q. I want to buy a camera and I'm torn between getting a digital camera or an SLR camera. I also want a camcorder that can record in standard definition. The problem is, i don't want to spend a lot of money and i'm not sure where to go.

I want to go to best buy, but i feel like i might get a deal on craigslist or if i go to a non chain store or a store that isn't best buy.

Is craigslist a good deal?
Where else can I go to buy a camera or camcorder that isn't best buy, target, kmart, or walmart?
Any tips or hints to purchasing something new?

Answer
Check out the top rated and under $200 cameras that are also have video camera feature build in:
http://lovetosharethis.blogspot.com/2011/03/top-10-cameras-under-200-bucks.html

and this is the top rated camcorders that can take picture: http://lovetosharethis.blogspot.com/2011/06/top-best-hd-and-digital-camcorders-can.html

Best camcorder out there? :)?

Bridget

BEST CAMCORDER OUT THERE? I want it for cinematic looking film, thanks :)

I want the best bang for my buck ;). I have been shopping around a lot and have decided i might want the panasonic tm700, i can spend up to 1000 dollars. I want to have the best camcorder that will be good for episodes (movies) etc. So i want it to have a really crisp clear image and i want the colors to be good as well. I really like this look of the canon T2i in this video.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sQS3eNUL0I&feature=player_embedded

But its made for pictures more, not videos. In theory the tm700 has better stats? than the canon T2i, but then i find some videos of the panasonic tm700 horrible! So im wondering if maybe they just have crappy settings when they took it, or is it just like that half the time? or is it just because of Accessories that they have added on?

Heres a good panasonic tm700 video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fDR0XdKa1Oo&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zRC6WEMl70Q&feature=related

crappy:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TlhTuKGMqgc&feature=related


Thanks so much for your time i really appreciate it :)

If you could also tell me the difference between TM700 and the SD700 panasonics i would be soo appreciative! thx :))

Answer
You should check out this blog, it listed out the top best and affordable camcorders to buy: http://lovetosharethis.blogspot.com/2011/06/top-best-hd-and-digital-camcorders-can.html

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Under £200 HD 1080p Camcorder?

Josh Rodri

is it possible to get a HD 1080p camcorder for under £200?

Answer
Samsung, Sony and Kodak all make personal video camcorders that record in 1080p for less than $200.

What is a good $100 1080p HD Camcorder?

Chris

If there is such a thing? The highest price I will go is $150

Answer
Hi Chris:

The short answer is "no", there isn't such a thing at that price. And 1080p (Progressive Scan) requires much higher-end components & storage than 1080i (Interlaced Scan, which is the consumer TV broadcast standard for most networks).

Your best bet would be to find a new or used Kodak PlaySport or PlayTouch pocket camcorder (which were originally in the $179-$279 price range) that can be found online or at close-out stores (like BigLots) from time to time, between $79-$150. Kodak is going out of the camera business, but made decent pocket camcorders in recent years.

Older GoPro Hero models (which were $299-$399) can be found in your price range, on the used or "new in box" closeout market. But these are special-purpose wide-angle POV action cameras, with no zoom and no real viewfinder.

But generally, just "wishing" for something good for a way-too-cheap price doesn't happen in real life. You can't force your cheap budget into buying good quality photographic/video gear, just because you don't want to spend more.

hope this helps,
--Dennis C.
 

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