Reviewed on June 16, 2004This three-chip camera offers excellent video quality to amateurs, but it's not ready for professional prime time.TAGS:camera, capture, camcorder, Sony Corp., video, image
Reviewed on March 31, 2006Excellent video quality, a broad feature set, and decent photos make the Sony Handycam DCR-HC96 an excellent choice for those seeking a compact MiniDV camcorder. Navigating the small touch screen may encourage you to stick with its automatic features, however.TAGS:Sony Corp., camcorder, camera
Reviewed on October 2, 2007With improved video quality, a slightly trimmer design, and upgraded software package, the Flip Video Ultra is becoming a force to be reckoned with in the emerging low-end digital camcorder category.TAGS:RCA, camcorder, camera, video, minute, LCD, battery
Reviewed on May 23, 2007Canon's XH A1 and XH G1 are excellent camcorders for entry-level professionals and independent filmmakers, with hard-to-beat prices for what they offer.TAGS:Canon Inc., 1080i, lens, camcorder, camera
Reviewed on February 15, 2007Canon's new MiniDV top model, the ZR850, continues the ZR tradition of offering affordable, easy-to-use wide-screen movie-making, though low-light performance is still subpar.TAGS:Canon Inc., MiniDV, camcorder, camera, LCD, video
Reviewed on June 9, 2008Despite some minor flaws, Pure Digital's Flip Video Mino is the best mini camcorder for straight-to-Web video currently available--but it also costs more, and it can't match the features of a video-savvy point-and-shoot camera.TAGS:camcorder, YouTube, video, camera, USB, battery
Reviewed on November 19, 2007If you can get past the DC50's sticker shock, you'll find a very nice, simple DVD camcorder that can produce some surprisingly good snapshots.TAGS:camcorder, Canon Inc., camera, DVD, photograph, video
Reviewed on March 1, 2007Canon's latest entry-level MiniDV camcorder is a great choice for anyone looking to create video on a shoestring budget.TAGS:Canon Inc., MiniDV, camcorder, microphone, LCD, video, camera
Reviewed on May 25, 2007The JVC Everio GZ-MG555 hard-drive camcorder offers lots of control over your videos--and its photos look nice--but its steep price has us reaching for the Pause button.TAGS:camcorder, SDHC, JVC, hard drive, photograph, video, camera, button
Reviewed on April 11, 2007The TX1's unique design is sure to turn heads, but it's also quite awkward to use, and its still image quality isn't up to Canon's usual standards.TAGS:Canon Inc., Sanyo Electric Co., zoom, lens, camera, camcorder, design, video
Reviewed on June 9, 2008Despite some minor flaws, Pure Digital's Flip Video Mino is the best mini camcorder for straight-to-Web video currently available--but it also costs more, and it can't match the features of a video-savvy point-and-shoot camera.TAGS:camcorder, YouTube, video, USB, camera, battery
Reviewed on March 1, 2007If you don't shoot in low light and don't plan on using it to shoot still images, this feature-rich camcorder is a bargain.TAGS:camcorder, Canon Inc., LCD, camera, video
Reviewed on March 24, 2006Rivaling its MiniDV competitors in a variety of shooting conditions, the Panasonic VDR-D300 doesn't force you to compromise video quality for the convenience of shooting directly on DVD.TAGS:Panasonic, camcorder, camera, DVD
Reviewed on June 1, 2006With a big zoom, a small size, and a decent price, the Canon Elura 100 is a great choice if you plan on steering clear of low-light situations.TAGS:Canon Inc., camcorder, noise, camera, video