Expert Camcorder Comparison Guide and Reviews

Digital Video Cameras

May 28th, 2008 Subscribe To Our Feed

Video recording devices can help you to hold on to memories that your family can cherish for a lifetime. So, purchasing quality digital video cameras is important if you want to make sure that your child’s recital, graduation, or family vacation is recorded with sharpness and definition. Here are some of the best places to find digital video cameras, as well as the best brands for your money.

If you’re searching online for digital video cameras, you’ll definitely want to visit www.cnet .com to check out the company and customer reviews that the site has to offer. Depending on the brands you’re looking for and the amount you’re ready to spend, you’ll find detailed reviews on the pros and cons of each item so that you can make an informed choice. For instance, if you don’t want to spend more than $200 on your video camera, you may want to check out devices like the Flip Video Ultra–this device is small and compact and can easily fit into your suitcase or carry-on bag, and you can share video and pictures on the internet as well. The device is compatible with Macs as well as PCs, but the Muvee editing features only work with the PC edition. The Flip Video Ultra only records 30 minutes worth of footage at a time, and doesn’t provide the same type of quality as a MiniDV recorder, but is great for quick footage and digital photos. You can find the device on www.cnet .com or by logging onto www.shopping .com.

Digital video cameras by Samsung may also have the features you need. These cameras are compact and lightweight as well, and are very easy to use. You can use the device to shoot short films and take digital photos, and the optical zoom is 34x, so you can get detailed footage. This camcorder is under $200 as well, so it’s a definite money-saver.

Sony will also provide you with great digital video cameras that you won’t want to pass up. Smaller devices like the NSC-GC1 are great for traveling, and include a flip-out screen and media flash card that makes it easy for you to convert your video or photo files into computer files. If you’re not used to handling a camcorder, you may want to pay special attention to the owner’s manual, since some customer reviews suggest that this device has controls that are a little awkward. You’ll also have to make sure that your flash is not blocked when you’re taking photos, since this will affect the quality of your pictures. You can find out more about the NSG-GC1 by visiting www.sonystyle .com or logging onto www.bestbuy .com.

You can also try larger, more advanced digital video cameras, like the Everio from JVC. There is a hard drive programmed into the camera, and the device offers excellent lighting, so that your pictures and video footage are bright and crisp. The camera also allows you to take pictures or record footage at night with the right lighting, so that you won’t have to miss a moment when it comes to capturing special moments on tape. The Everio is easy to carry around, and you can use the hard drive to play back your video footage and edit your ‘work.’

For more great information on digital video cameras and camcorder accessories that you’ll love, visit www.nextag .com.