Archive for April, 2009
Better to buy a camcorder that takes still shots or a camera that takes videos?
caligrl asked:
I want something that takes both pics and videos. What is best? Would a camera take videos that are nice and up to several minutes long like a camcorder? Any brands/models you recommend? Thanks!
I want something that takes both pics and videos. What is best? Would a camera take videos that are nice and up to several minutes long like a camcorder? Any brands/models you recommend? Thanks!
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Will it Blend-Returning the camera
![]() Smallest Mini HD DV DVR Video/Sound Camera Recorder Webcam Motion Detect Actived $6.50 (7 Bids) Time Remaining: 38m |
![]() DIGITAL CAMERA 12MP Xthinn 590-S 2.7" WIDE LCD +1GB MEM $69.99 Time Remaining: 43m Buy It Now for only: $69.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
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![]() Sony Handycam HDR-XR500V & HVL-HFL1, RM-AV2, Extra Battery ALL SONY HD $759.00 Time Remaining: 1h 18m Buy It Now for only: $759.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
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Your New Digital Camcorder – How Will You Choose?
Vince Nitti asked:
When we decide to purchase a particular type of product, we frequently desire the best. If we're in the market for a computer, we might feel we must have the fastest computer or the one that has the largest storage capacity. For a special event, we may want the best tuxedo or gown that money can buy. If we find ourselves in great financial shape at retirement time, we may want the fastest, most luxurious automobile we can find. And if we're in the market for a camcorder, we may look for the best digital camcorder on the market. But what are the qualities that make one camcorder better than the rest?
Finding the best digital video camera will involve some subjectivity. For instance, it's virtually impossible to find one unit that all electronics experts would agree is best. It's also necessary to define what "best" means to you. Your search will most likely break down to the video camera that provides most of the features you feel you'll need in a certain price range.
Since digital camcorders vary widely in cost, the best way to begin the search is to break down the different models by price. These products are available in a wide range of prices, from a few hundred to several thousand dollars. The various models are distinguished by the various functions they can perform. A video professional will most likely use one of the most expensive models, while a beginner would choose one of the more basic, less expensive models. Since most amateur camcorder users are looking for something at the lower end of the price range, we'll focus on finding the best of the less expensive digital camcorders.
Digital camcorders can be broken down into three low-price categories. The first is those costing close to a thousand dollars, which would provide the camera of choice for those shoppers who plan to utilize their camcorders regularly. These can be used for occasional special situations such as vacations, and provide enough quality for simple video projects or independent filmmaking. There are many products in this category with enough bells and whistles to satisfy most wish lists.
The next category down in price for digital camcorders would be the $500-$700 range. These camcorders offer a moderate range of features, frequently including hard drive and DVD models. Some come with an ample image sensor or charge-coupled device (CCD). These features are not available on less expensive cameras but don't drive the camcorder's price into the upper category.
For most of us who are on a tight budget, digital camcorders can be found for under $500. Models in this price category may include a feature for taking still photos, although resolution and overall picture quality is generally poor. These cameras are the choice of those who will seldom use their camcorders, and only for personal use. They're entry-level in all aspects, but will record and display the memories you want to preserve at the next birthday party or sporting event.
Finding the best digital camcorder is a very challenging task, based on what "best" means to you, whether you're looking for personal use only or some professional use, and how much you're willing to spend. Whichever camera fits these personal criteria best is the "best" for you. When you find the one that delivers great-looking videos you'll be glad you did your homework before you shopped.
When we decide to purchase a particular type of product, we frequently desire the best. If we're in the market for a computer, we might feel we must have the fastest computer or the one that has the largest storage capacity. For a special event, we may want the best tuxedo or gown that money can buy. If we find ourselves in great financial shape at retirement time, we may want the fastest, most luxurious automobile we can find. And if we're in the market for a camcorder, we may look for the best digital camcorder on the market. But what are the qualities that make one camcorder better than the rest?
Finding the best digital video camera will involve some subjectivity. For instance, it's virtually impossible to find one unit that all electronics experts would agree is best. It's also necessary to define what "best" means to you. Your search will most likely break down to the video camera that provides most of the features you feel you'll need in a certain price range.
Since digital camcorders vary widely in cost, the best way to begin the search is to break down the different models by price. These products are available in a wide range of prices, from a few hundred to several thousand dollars. The various models are distinguished by the various functions they can perform. A video professional will most likely use one of the most expensive models, while a beginner would choose one of the more basic, less expensive models. Since most amateur camcorder users are looking for something at the lower end of the price range, we'll focus on finding the best of the less expensive digital camcorders.
Digital camcorders can be broken down into three low-price categories. The first is those costing close to a thousand dollars, which would provide the camera of choice for those shoppers who plan to utilize their camcorders regularly. These can be used for occasional special situations such as vacations, and provide enough quality for simple video projects or independent filmmaking. There are many products in this category with enough bells and whistles to satisfy most wish lists.
The next category down in price for digital camcorders would be the $500-$700 range. These camcorders offer a moderate range of features, frequently including hard drive and DVD models. Some come with an ample image sensor or charge-coupled device (CCD). These features are not available on less expensive cameras but don't drive the camcorder's price into the upper category.
For most of us who are on a tight budget, digital camcorders can be found for under $500. Models in this price category may include a feature for taking still photos, although resolution and overall picture quality is generally poor. These cameras are the choice of those who will seldom use their camcorders, and only for personal use. They're entry-level in all aspects, but will record and display the memories you want to preserve at the next birthday party or sporting event.
Finding the best digital camcorder is a very challenging task, based on what "best" means to you, whether you're looking for personal use only or some professional use, and how much you're willing to spend. Whichever camera fits these personal criteria best is the "best" for you. When you find the one that delivers great-looking videos you'll be glad you did your homework before you shopped.
![]() Smallest Mini HD DV DVR Video/Sound Camera Recorder Webcam Motion Detect Actived $6.50 (7 Bids) Time Remaining: 38m |
![]() DIGITAL CAMERA 12MP Xthinn 590-S 2.7" WIDE LCD +1GB MEM $69.99 Time Remaining: 43m Buy It Now for only: $69.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
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When buying a camcorder battery how do i get a good price without buying a potentially explosive iece of junk?
Jbushkey asked:
Are any of the less expensive batteries any good? I got a sweet deal on my camcorder but now I want a decent battery and its going to cost almost what I paid for the camera.
Are any of the less expensive batteries any good? I got a sweet deal on my camcorder but now I want a decent battery and its going to cost almost what I paid for the camera.
How do I know if a battery is good? Are oem batteries that cost almost $100 the only decent ones?
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![]() DIGITAL CAMERA 12MP Xthinn 590-S 2.7" WIDE LCD +1GB MEM $69.99 Time Remaining: 43m Buy It Now for only: $69.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
![]() Black*Flip Video Mino F360B 1.5in LCD 2GB Camcorder $69.95 Time Remaining: 1h 4m Buy It Now for only: $69.95 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
![]() 16MP RED Rotation Camera HD Digital Video Camcorder DV $83.94 Time Remaining: 1h 4m Buy It Now for only: $83.94 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
![]() Sony HDR-FX1 HDV 1080i HD Camcorder - 30 Day Warranty $1,899.00 Time Remaining: 1h 12m Buy It Now for only: $1,899.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
![]() Sony Handycam HDR-XR500V & HVL-HFL1, RM-AV2, Extra Battery ALL SONY HD $759.00 Time Remaining: 1h 18m Buy It Now for only: $759.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
![]() Sony HDR-HC1 HC-1 1080i HDV HD Camcorder - 30 Day Warranty $745.00 Time Remaining: 1h 28m Buy It Now for only: $745.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
![]() Cobra Digital CBD-DVC910RED-5MP 4 in 1 digital camera - Kit $51.40 Time Remaining: 1h 28m Buy It Now for only: $51.40 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
![]() JVC Everio GZ-MG330 30 GB Camcorder - Silver $139.99 Time Remaining: 1h 29m Buy It Now for only: $139.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
![]() 2 Panasonic AG 456 proline video camera package. $30.00 Time Remaining: 1h 39m |

















