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June 2004
Bryan Hastings |
DV Stars: Hello, Hollywood! The latest digital camcorders make spectacular video more affordable and portable than ever.   |
PC World
August 2006
Richard Baguley |
High-Quality Video on a Budget MiniDV camcorders deliver features for novices and serious videographers for as little as $400. Panasonic PV-GS500.. Panasonic PV-GS300... JVC GR-X5US... Sony DCR-HC36... Canon Elura 100... Canon Optura 600... JVC GR-D396... |
PC World
August 2005
Richard Baguley |
Video Is Looking Better Than Ever High-end features are making their way into easy-to-use consumer camcorders. Canon Optura 60... Hitachi DZGX20A DVD-RAM/DVD-R Camcorder... JVC GR-DF550US... etc. |
Macworld
November 2002
Ben Long |
Diminutive but Feature-Packed Cameras Deliver We put four of the latest compact, single-CCD DV camcorders through their paces and found that you don't necessarily have to sacrifice features or quality to get a camcorder that fits in a coat pocket or handbag. |
PC World
April 26, 2001
Alan Stafford |
DV Guide The latest digital camcorders pack stunning video into tiny packages. We test four powerful new models... |
Entrepreneur
July 2007
Amanda C. Kooser |
Let's Get Digital Entrepreneurs are using video as a medium to get their marketing messages online, introduce products and services, grab repeat web visitors with video podcasts and even create employee training videos. |
PC Magazine
September 1, 2005
Terry Sullivan |
Panasonic SDR-S100 SD Camcorder This three-CCD camcorder has an innovative feature set and a great look, but it's too expensive. |
PC Magazine
November 16, 2004
Jan Ozer |
Reality DV JVC GR-D33US... Sony DCR-HC40 MiniDV Handycam... Canon Optura 400... Sony DCR-DVD201 DVD Handycam...etc. |
PC World
November 8, 2006
Richard Baguley |
First Look: Canon HV10 Camcorder saves attractive high-definition video to MiniDV tapes in space-saving HDV format. |
PC World
March 2002
Richard Baguley & Paul Heltzel |
Must-See DV We pick the best camcorders and software for professional-looking digital videos... |
Popular Mechanics
November 2006
Glenn Derene |
Lab Test: Digital Camcorders Digital video cameras are changing fast. But which technologies are essential and which are gimmicks? |
PC Magazine
August 5, 2005
Terry Sullivan |
Sony DCR-DVD92 DVD Handycam Camcorder It has some definite perks and is reasonably priced, but the video quality is lacking. |
PC Magazine
October 7, 2003
Bill Howard |
The New Digital Camcorder Right now, the most fascinating products are the smallest ones and the handful that provide high-resolution stills along with video. |
PC Magazine
June 1, 2005
Terry Sullivan |
Canon ZR200 This moderately priced digital camcorder has good overall color and 20X optical zoom, but has fuzzy quality in low light. |
PC Magazine
June 27, 2007
Terry Sullivan |
Hitachi DZHS300A This camcorder is competitive because it can record video to either an internal hard drive or burn directly to DVD, but the confounding menu system and awkward controls are disappointing... Casio Exilim EX-P505... Xacti VPC-HD1... |
Macworld
May 3, 2007
Brian Chen |
Canon ZR850 camcorder Low-end MiniDV camcorder is ideal for home videos. |
PC Magazine
September 19, 2005
Terry Sullivan |
Sony HDR-HC1 HDV 1080i Handycam Camcorder This high-definition camcorder has breathtaking video quality that is better than any other consumer camcorder out there. |
PC Magazine
June 27, 2007
Terry Sullivan |
Sony Handycam DCR-DVD508 This 10X optical Handycam should definitely be on your short list if you're looking for a SD camcorder that doesn't skimp on quality... Sanyo Xacti VPC-HD1... Hitachi DZHS300A... Casio Exilim EX-P505... Sony HDR-HC3 HDV 1080i Handycam... |
PC Magazine
June 1, 2006
Terry Sullivan |
Sony DCR-DVD505 Although it's not perfect, the Sony DCR-DVD505 miniDVD camcorder's strengths make it a shoo-in for Editors' Choice. |
PC Magazine
November 20, 2008
Tony Hoffman |
Nikon D90 The Nikon D90 is notable for being the first digital SLR to shoot video -- a nice extra for an already quite capable shooter... Sony HDR-SR11 Handycam... JVC Everio GZ-HD10... HDC-SD9-8GB camcorder... etc. |
PC Magazine
June 5, 2006
Terry Sullivan |
Sony DCR-SR100 30GB Handycam The DCR-SR100 30, Sony's first hard drive camcorder, is the best of its kind thus far, but it hasn't attained EC quality yet. |
Macworld
August 23, 2006
Richard Baguley |
Sony DCR-HC36 MiniDV Handycam The Sony DCR-HC36 MiniDV Handycam is a budget camcorder that's small, light, easy to carry, easy to use and takes adequate video in daylight. But its low-light performance will be a problem if you want to shoot videos indoors -- at a party, for instance. |
Macworld
August 25, 2006
Richard Baguley |
JVC GR-D396US MiniDV camcorder The JVC GR-D396US is one of the least-expensive camcorders available. However, its lack of advanced control and its poor video quality will put off all but the most budget-minded shooters. |
Macworld
August 21, 2006
Richard Baguley |
Panasonic PV-GS300 MiniDV camcorder Reasonably priced camcorder captures video with bright, accurate colors. |
PC Magazine
June 15, 2005
Terry Sullivan |
Sony DCR-DVD7 DVD Handycam Camcorder It's cool and hip, but the DCR-DVD7 Handycam Camcorder's great-looking design isn't so practical for actual use. The Sony DCR-DVD201, in contrast, is small, light, and takes great stills and video. |
Macworld
December 2001
Jeff Pittelkau |
DV Camcorders Latest Canon, Panasonic, and Sony models offer more for less... |
PC World
May 24, 2007
Butterfield, Capen & Poultney |
Convenient Camcorders Video cameras that record directly onto DVDs or hard drives make shooting and viewing your footage easy. But our lab tests found some clear differences between the two formats. |
PC Magazine
July 19, 2006
Terry Sullivan |
Sony HDR-HC3 HDV 1080i Handycam Sony's HDR-HC3 sets the bar very high, letting consumers film home movies in stunning HD quality. |
Macworld
August 28, 2006
Richard Baguley |
JVC GR-X5US MiniDV camcorder The JVC GR-X5US has an interesting design, and shoots good video and stills, but it is an expensive camcorder that may not be to everyone's taste. |
PC Magazine
July 18, 2005
Terry Sullivan |
Hitachi DZMV780A This easy-to-use camcorder provides good to very good quality in normal light. Disc-compatibility issues hold it back, though... Sony DCR-DVD403 DVD Handycam Camcorder... Sony DCR-DVD201 Handycam Camcorder... |
PC World
October 2003
Paul Heltzel |
Good-bye, VHS; Hello, DVD Our guide shows you how to turn old videotapes into digital discs. Plus: our ratings of the latest pocketable DV cameras. |
PC Magazine
July 13, 2005
Terry Sullivan |
Sony DCR-DVD403 DVD Handycam Camcorder The Sony DCR-DVD403 produces the best video we've seen from a DVD camcorder, and has plenty of other nice features, too. |
| AskMen.com |
Cheap Camcorders You won't get a lot of bells and whistles on these camcorders, but if you're accustomed to capturing clips with the movie feature on your still camera, you'll be pleasantly surprised at the quality from these inexpensive models. |
PC Magazine
June 21, 2006
Terry Sullivan |
Buying Guide: Camcorders Whether you are recording your reality-TV audition tape or capturing family moments for more sentimental purposes, there are plenty of reasons for wanting a camcorder. |
PC World
May 2006
Richard Baguley |
Canon's Inexpensive ZR500 Shoots Good Video Compact digital camcorder for simple video tasks carries a surprisingly low price. |
Macworld
November 2004
Robert Ellis |
DV Camcorders If you've been hesitant about retiring your antiquated VHS or Hi8 camcorder and springing for a DV model, now may be a good time to take the leap. |
Macworld
July 14, 2005
Robert Ellis |
Sony DCR-PC55 The Sony DCR-PC55 is a seductively compact camcorder, housed in a stylish metallic body available in silver, black, red, and white. But while it looks hot, its features are lukewarm. |
Macworld
January 2001
David Pogue |
DV Camcorders Latest Models Have Smaller Cases, Bigger Potential... |
AskMen.com
December 16, 2003 |
Top 5 Affordable Camcorders Let's face it: digital video isn't cheap. You should expect to spend at least $400 on a MiniDV, Digital8, or other type of digital camcorder. The good news is that if you're willing to make the investment, you won't have to settle for subpar video quality. |
PC Magazine
April 13, 2004
Jan Ozer |
Better, More Affordable Camcorders Canon and Sony have revamped their sub-$800 offerings, with good results. |
Home Theater
May 28, 2005
Darryl Wilkinson |
Shoot Your Kids - In High Definition Cheaper, better, lighter; the Sony HDR-HC1 will put high-definition recording in the palms of more hands. |
PC Magazine
March 31, 2004
Jamie M. Bsales |
Handier Handycam Sony has redesigned its MiniDV camcorders to be 25 percent smaller than the company's previous generation. |
PC World
July 2006
Richard Baguley |
DVD Camcorder Takes High-Quality Video Panasonic's VDR-D300, though expensive, does its job quite well. |
PC Magazine
June 13, 2007
Terry Sullivan |
Sanyo Xacti VPC-HD2 Although it's still chasing the competition, this tiny HD camcorder offers decent video capturing and still-image capabilities, all in one handy package. |
PC World
June 2004 |
Features Comparison: The Big, the Small, and the Expensive These digital camcorder models range from the light (but pricey) Sony DCR-IP1 and the feature-rich Panasonic PV-DV953 to the budget-price Canon ZR80. |
PC World
July 2004
Richard Baguley |
Small Size, Sharp Video The Panasonic PV-GS200 camcorder fits in one hand, yet comes packed with features. |
PC Magazine
December 30, 2003
Jan Ozer |
DV Cameras Get Better with Stills The holiday season and camcorders go together like turkey and stuffing, especially when we're talking about DV camcorders. |
Macworld
May 14, 2007
Brian Chen |
JVC GR-D796 camcorder The MiniDV unit is most suitable for projects with low production values. |
PC Magazine
February 13, 2009
PJ Jacobowitz |
HD Video for Every Budget Movies, TV, and even YouTube have gone high-def. So why are you still shooting standard-definition video? Join the HD revolution with one of these shooters. |
Macworld
April 30, 2007
Brian Chen |
Canon HV10 camcorder High definition camcorder delights visually, disappoints aurally. |
