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Creative Vado Pocket Video Cam
(Reviews) The $100 Vado pocket camcorder lets you shoot and upload YouTube clips with ease. Just don't expect great video quality.
(Reviews) The $100 Vado pocket camcorder lets you shoot and upload YouTube clips with ease. Just don't expect great video quality.
Pure Digital Flip Mino Camcorder
(Reviews) When it comes to YouTube-friendly pocket camcorders, the Mino is king, but for a price.
(Reviews) When it comes to YouTube-friendly pocket camcorders, the Mino is king, but for a price.
How to Choose a Future-Proof Video Camera
(How To) Camcorder technologies are changing fast. Here's how to pick the right camera for you--and ensure that your video memories will stand the test of time.
(How To) Camcorder technologies are changing fast. Here's how to pick the right camera for you--and ensure that your video memories will stand the test of time.
Hitachi brings Blu-ray Disc camcorder to Europe
(News) Hitachi Ltd. will launch its digital video camcorder based on Blu-ray Disc in Europe in October, the company announced Friday at the IFA international consumer electronics show in Berlin.
(News) Hitachi Ltd. will launch its digital video camcorder based on Blu-ray Disc in Europe in October, the company announced Friday at the IFA international consumer electronics show in Berlin.
Sony unveils shoulder-mount HDV camcorder
(News) Sony Corp. is expanding its range of products based on the HDV high-definition tape format with its first shoulder-mounted HDV camcorder.
(News) Sony Corp. is expanding its range of products based on the HDV high-definition tape format with its first shoulder-mounted HDV camcorder.
Hitachi first with Blu-ray camcorder
(News) Japan's Hitachi Ltd. looks like it will be first to market with a digital video camcorder based on Blu-ray Disc. The company said Thursday that it will put two such cameras on sale at the end of this month in Japan and later this year in North America.
(News) Japan's Hitachi Ltd. looks like it will be first to market with a digital video camcorder based on Blu-ray Disc. The company said Thursday that it will put two such cameras on sale at the end of this month in Japan and later this year in North America.
Panasonic shows smallest HD camcorder
(News) Two days after unveiling in the U.S. what it said was the smallest high-definition video camera in the world, Matsushita Electric Industrial Co. Ltd. (Panasonic) took the wraps off an even smaller camcorder on Wednesday.
(News) Two days after unveiling in the U.S. what it said was the smallest high-definition video camera in the world, Matsushita Electric Industrial Co. Ltd. (Panasonic) took the wraps off an even smaller camcorder on Wednesday.
High-Definition Camcorders Make Video Pop
(Reviews) The Canon HV20 tops our mini-roundup of four High-def models, with very good video quality and superior battery life.
(Reviews) The Canon HV20 tops our mini-roundup of four High-def models, with very good video quality and superior battery life.
Canon HV20
(Reviews) This high-definition camcorder is a bit heavy and bulky, but it's a good performer with lots of features.
(Reviews) This high-definition camcorder is a bit heavy and bulky, but it's a good performer with lots of features.
Sanyo Xacti VPC-HD2
(Reviews) This camcorder is small enough to slip into a pocket, but its video doesn't live up to high-definition expectations.
(Reviews) This camcorder is small enough to slip into a pocket, but its video doesn't live up to high-definition expectations.
Sanyo waterproofs the Xacti camera
(News) Just in time for the Japanese summer Sanyo Electric Co. Ltd. will launch in June a waterproof version of its Xacti digital video camera.
(News) Just in time for the Japanese summer Sanyo Electric Co. Ltd. will launch in June a waterproof version of its Xacti digital video camera.
Top 10 DVD and HDD Camcorders
(Reviews) Though they record in the same file format, the optical disk-based models we tested delivered better video quality for the price than competing hard-disk drive models.
(Reviews) Though they record in the same file format, the optical disk-based models we tested delivered better video quality for the price than competing hard-disk drive models.
Convenient Camcorders
(Reviews) 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.
(Reviews) 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.
Canon HV10
(Reviews) This high-definition camcorder delivers delightful video, but its sound quality is subpar.
(Reviews) This high-definition camcorder delivers delightful video, but its sound quality is subpar.
JVC GR-D796
(Reviews) This MiniDV unit is suitable for projects where low production values are acceptable.
(Reviews) This MiniDV unit is suitable for projects where low production values are acceptable.
Sanyo Xacti VPC-CG65
(Reviews) This small, inexpensive camcorder slips into a pocket and delivers high-quality video, though its features are basic.
(Reviews) This small, inexpensive camcorder slips into a pocket and delivers high-quality video, though its features are basic.
Panasonic VDR-D210
(Reviews) This low-cost camcorder performs basic functions well, but it isn't a good choice if you plan to edit your footage.
(Reviews) This low-cost camcorder performs basic functions well, but it isn't a good choice if you plan to edit your footage.
Hitachi DZHS300A
(Reviews) This reasonably priced hybrid model offers both a hard drive and DVD storage, but video quality was disappointing.
(Reviews) This reasonably priced hybrid model offers both a hard drive and DVD storage, but video quality was disappointing.
Canon DC210
(Reviews) This budget camcorder offers a lot of controls and a fast zoom, but image quality is middle-of-the-road.
(Reviews) This budget camcorder offers a lot of controls and a fast zoom, but image quality is middle-of-the-road.
Sony DCR-SR42 Handycam
(Reviews) This pricey hard-drive camcorder is easy to use, but it's a little short on advanced features and image quality.
(Reviews) This pricey hard-drive camcorder is easy to use, but it's a little short on advanced features and image quality.
JVC Everio GZ-MG555
(Reviews) This pricey camcorder didn't deliver top-notch video quality in our tests, but its stills were some of the best.
(Reviews) This pricey camcorder didn't deliver top-notch video quality in our tests, but its stills were some of the best.
JVC Everio GZ-MG155
(Reviews) This well-designed hard-drive camcorder comes with many controls and delivers high-quality video, but its photographs were disappointing.
(Reviews) This well-designed hard-drive camcorder comes with many controls and delivers high-quality video, but its photographs were disappointing.
Canon DC50
(Reviews) The DC50 isn't the most intuitive camcorder, but its video and photo quality can't be beat.
(Reviews) The DC50 isn't the most intuitive camcorder, but its video and photo quality can't be beat.
Sony DCR-DVD408 DVD Handycam
(Reviews) Superior video quality, simple operation, and good battery life make this camcorder a top performer.
(Reviews) Superior video quality, simple operation, and good battery life make this camcorder a top performer.
Portable Video With a Twist
(Reviews) New portable media player from Archos is the first to have a built-in camcorder.
(Reviews) New portable media player from Archos is the first to have a built-in camcorder.
Sony's MemoryStick HD camcorder is smallest yet
(News) Sony Corp. has announced its smallest high-definition camcorder to date.
(News) Sony Corp. has announced its smallest high-definition camcorder to date.
Panasonic ups the image quality on its HD camcorder
(News) Matsushita Electric Industrial Co. Ltd. (Panasonic) will replace two of its high-definition camcorders with higher-resolution models, just four months after it put the original ones on the market.
(News) Matsushita Electric Industrial Co. Ltd. (Panasonic) will replace two of its high-definition camcorders with higher-resolution models, just four months after it put the original ones on the market.
Put the You in YouTube
(Reviews) We test five kinds of video-capture devices to find out which ones are best for posting online.
(Reviews) We test five kinds of video-capture devices to find out which ones are best for posting online.
Digital Blue American Idol Digital Camcorder
(Reviews) About as inexpensive a video-capture device as you'll find (albeit with quality to match), this starter camcorder comes with an external microphone and software to boot.
(Reviews) About as inexpensive a video-capture device as you'll find (albeit with quality to match), this starter camcorder comes with an external microphone and software to boot.
Panasonic HDC-SD1
(Reviews) This camcorder can capture outstanding footage, but you can't edit the video--yet.
(Reviews) This camcorder can capture outstanding footage, but you can't edit the video--yet.
Tech Trend: MiniDV--End of the Line?
(Reviews) The format responsible for the dawning of the digital video age may be on its last legs.
(Reviews) The format responsible for the dawning of the digital video age may be on its last legs.
Your Camcorder Questions Answered
(How To) You have questions, we have answers: Our expert tackles your queries on camcorders and digital video.
(How To) You have questions, we have answers: Our expert tackles your queries on camcorders and digital video.
First Look: Canon HV10
(Reviews) Camcorder saves attractive high-definition video to MiniDV tapes in space-saving HDV format.
(Reviews) Camcorder saves attractive high-definition video to MiniDV tapes in space-saving HDV format.
Making Movies: Tips for New Camcorder Owners
(How To) Have you just received your first camcorder? Here are the five things you need to know, plus predictions for the next year in video.
(How To) Have you just received your first camcorder? Here are the five things you need to know, plus predictions for the next year in video.
HD Camcorders, Innovative MP3 Players, Superthin LCDs
(News) Also new from Asia: tough external hard drives and laptops, a tiny Kenwood music player, and 8GB SD cards.
(News) Also new from Asia: tough external hard drives and laptops, a tiny Kenwood music player, and 8GB SD cards.
Making Movies: New Camcorders Shake Up the Market
Making Movies: New Camcorders Shake Up the Market
Making Movies: New Camcorders Shake Up the Market
MiniDV Camcorders
(reviews) MiniDV camcorders deliver features for novices and serious videographers--for as little as $400.
(reviews) MiniDV camcorders deliver features for novices and serious videographers--for as little as $400.
MiniDV Camcorders
(reviews) MiniDV camcorders deliver features for novices and serious videographers--for as little as $400.
(reviews) MiniDV camcorders deliver features for novices and serious videographers--for as little as $400.
Making Movies: Your Home Movie Questions Answered
(news) Making Movies: Your Home Movie Questions Answered
(news) Making Movies: Your Home Movie Questions Answered
JVC GR-DF550US
(reviews) Low-cost, lightweight camcorder with 15X zoom is held back by awkward design, disappointing video quality.
(reviews) Low-cost, lightweight camcorder with 15X zoom is held back by awkward design, disappointing video quality.
Hitachi DZGX20A
(reviews) Straight-to-DVD camcorder captures strong video in good light but suffers from several small drawbacks.
(reviews) Straight-to-DVD camcorder captures strong video in good light but suffers from several small drawbacks.
Panasonic PV-GS250
(reviews) Camcorder offers strong image quality, with numerous manual controls that should appeal to picky consumers.
(reviews) Camcorder offers strong image quality, with numerous manual controls that should appeal to picky consumers.
Sony DCR-DVD403 DVD Handycam
(reviews) This DVD camcorder has an impressive set of features and great video quality.
(reviews) This DVD camcorder has an impressive set of features and great video quality.
DV Camcorders Get Really Cheap--But Still No HD
(news) DV Camcorders Get Really Cheap--But Still No HD
(news) DV Camcorders Get Really Cheap--But Still No HD
Making Movies: MTV, Here We Come (Part 1)
(howto) Making your own music video is easier than you'd think. In the first of a series, we show you how.
(howto) Making your own music video is easier than you'd think. In the first of a series, we show you how.
Canon Updates High-End Camcorder
(news) New digital XL2 offers film-like modes and many options, but not high-definition recording yet.
(news) New digital XL2 offers film-like modes and many options, but not high-definition recording yet.
Small Size, Sharp Video
(reviews) The Panasonic PV-GS200 camcorder fits in one hand, yet comes packed with features.
(reviews) The Panasonic PV-GS200 camcorder fits in one hand, yet comes packed with features.
Features Comparison: The Big, the Small, and the Expensive
(reviews) 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.
(reviews) 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.
DV Stars: Hello, Hollywood!
(reviews) The latest digital camcorders make spectacular video more affordable and portable than ever.
(reviews) The latest digital camcorders make spectacular video more affordable and portable than ever.
Making Movies: Shooting in the Dark
(howto) What to do when you want to shoot a video, but there isn't a lot of light.
(howto) What to do when you want to shoot a video, but there isn't a lot of light.
Sony DCR-IP1 MicroMV Handycam
(reviews) The pricey DCR-IP1 is an incredibly small camcorder, but this does make it a little awkward to use.
(reviews) The pricey DCR-IP1 is an incredibly small camcorder, but this does make it a little awkward to use.
Sony DCR-HC20 MiniDV Handycam
(reviews) The DCR-HC20 is a small, easy to use, and well-priced camcorder for those who just want to shoot video, but it is missing features such as still-image capture.
(reviews) The DCR-HC20 is a small, easy to use, and well-priced camcorder for those who just want to shoot video, but it is missing features such as still-image capture.
Sony DCR-DVD300 DVD Handycam
(reviews) This camcorder records to DVD, but don't throw out the videotape quite yet: That feature is a little awkward to use.
(reviews) This camcorder records to DVD, but don't throw out the videotape quite yet: That feature is a little awkward to use.
Panasonic PV-DV953
(reviews) Bristling with features, the PV-DV953 offers great-looking video and plenty of controls for the serious videographer.
(reviews) Bristling with features, the PV-DV953 offers great-looking video and plenty of controls for the serious videographer.
Panasonic PV-DV73
(reviews) The PV-DV953 is a decent enough camcorder, but it can be uncomfortable to use for long periods.
(reviews) The PV-DV953 is a decent enough camcorder, but it can be uncomfortable to use for long periods.
Canon ZR90
(reviews) The ZR90 camcorder enjoys some extra features that its cheaper ZR80 sibling lacks, but the menus are awkward to use.
(reviews) The ZR90 camcorder enjoys some extra features that its cheaper ZR80 sibling lacks, but the menus are awkward to use.
Canon ZR80
(reviews) The ZR80 is a very low-priced camcorder with a good range of features, but the controls are awkward to use.
(reviews) The ZR80 is a very low-priced camcorder with a good range of features, but the controls are awkward to use.
Going Hollywood: How to Choose the Best Digital Camcorder
(howto) Check out the latest technology trends in camcorders. Plus: Want to convert your aging videotapes to DVD? Here's how to get started.
(howto) Check out the latest technology trends in camcorders. Plus: Want to convert your aging videotapes to DVD? Here's how to get started.
Wearable Videocam Records Your Life
(news) DejaView's Camwear 100 continuously captures 30-second clips.
(news) DejaView's Camwear 100 continuously captures 30-second clips.
Sony Sends Your Video Directly to DVD
(news) New camcorders on display at CES record your videos to miniature rewriteable DVDs.
(news) New camcorders on display at CES record your videos to miniature rewriteable DVDs.
Buyers' Guide to Digital Camcorders
(reviews) A big LCD screen and plenty of features justify a higher price, but overall size and ease of use are critical.
(reviews) A big LCD screen and plenty of features justify a higher price, but overall size and ease of use are critical.
Sharp VL-NZ100U
(reviews) This MiniDV camcorder has a large, bright LCD screen and an interesting design, but you'll have to use both hands to operate it comfortably.
(reviews) This MiniDV camcorder has a large, bright LCD screen and an interesting design, but you'll have to use both hands to operate it comfortably.
Canon Elura 40MC
(reviews) A lot of features in an easily portable package, but some aspects of this MiniDV camcorder disappoint.
(reviews) A lot of features in an easily portable package, but some aspects of this MiniDV camcorder disappoint.
Sony DCR-IP5
(reviews) An extremely portable digital camcorder that unfortunately won't work with most digital video editing software.
(reviews) An extremely portable digital camcorder that unfortunately won't work with most digital video editing software.
Panasonic PV-DV702
(reviews) A great set of features at a reasonable price, but this MiniDV camcorder won't fit into your pocket.
(reviews) A great set of features at a reasonable price, but this MiniDV camcorder won't fit into your pocket.
PC World Spotlight on DV Camcorders
(reviews) Many dissimilar camcorders are available, priced from $500 to $2000. We looked at various models and made several picks after evaluating their design, ease of use, and video quality.
(reviews) Many dissimilar camcorders are available, priced from $500 to $2000. We looked at various models and made several picks after evaluating their design, ease of use, and video quality.
Store Your Home Video on DVD-RAM
(reviews) The pricey Hitachi DV-MV100A offers an alternative to standard digital camcorders.
(reviews) The pricey Hitachi DV-MV100A offers an alternative to standard digital camcorders.
Must-See DV
(reviews) We pick the best camcorders and software for professional-looking digital videos.
(reviews) We pick the best camcorders and software for professional-looking digital videos.
Olympus Packs Big Features in a Tiny Camera
(news) Small as a deck of cards, the D-40 Zoom still offers features aplenty.
(news) Small as a deck of cards, the D-40 Zoom still offers features aplenty.
DV Guide
(reviews) The latest digital camcorders pack stunning video into tiny packages. We test four powerful new models.
(reviews) The latest digital camcorders pack stunning video into tiny packages. We test four powerful new models.
Please Don't Eat the Camera
(reviews) The compact Samsung SDC-80 looks like candy, but it's actually a capable low-resolution digital camera.
(reviews) The compact Samsung SDC-80 looks like candy, but it's actually a capable low-resolution digital camera.