January Digital Camcorder Reviews Archives

Canon HV10 Camcorder Review at DigitalTrends

DigitalTrends has a review of the Canon HV10 and writes, “The Canon HV10 HDV camcorder is a mixed bag with good overall video quality, fast focusing, OIS and solid stills. You’ll really like watching higher-quality home videos on your new widescreen HDTV. I had a problem with its form factor, lack of an HDMI […]

Panasonic PV-GS300

The Panasonic PV-GS300 offers the following features:
* 2.7-inch 16:9 LCD
* 16:9 widescreen format recording
* 3.1 mega-pixel still image recording
* Leica lens
* OIS
* DV output
* SD Memory Card slot
* SD card USB reader/writer
* IR remote
* USB 2.0 plus USB cable
* MotionDV Studio video editing software

Sony HDR-FX7 HDV Camcorder Review at Videomaker

Videomaker has a review of the Sony HDR-FX7 HDV camcorder and concludes, “The FX7 handles quite well, is comfortable to hold and has easy-to-access controls. We’re very pleased with the color and sharpness on an HD monitor. It performs well in low light situations, much like its predecessor, the VX2100. A drawback is that […]

Sony HDR-HC7 First Impressions Review at CamcorderInfo

CamcorderInfo has a first impressions review of the Sony HDR-HC7 and writes, “This camcorder may be able to distinguish itself with its video and low light performance because of its upgraded imager. If the HDR-HC7 produces better video than the HDR-HC1, HDR-HC3, and HDR-HC5 (which is possible), it could be the best HD camcorder […]

Hitachi DZ-HS303SW

CNET Asia has a review of the Hitachi DZ-HS303SW and writes, “Three video quality modes are offered (from highest to lowest): Extra, fine and standard. Picking the difference between extra and fine requires a keen eye, with fine suitable in all but the most demanding of situations. Standard, however, should be saved for when […]

Sony HDR-UX1 Camcorder Review at Videomaker

Videomaker has a review of the Sony HDR-UX1 and writes, “Overall, the HDR-UX1 is a power player in a rather mundane group of DVD camcorders. It’s an easy to use camcorder with a great set of features. Assuming Sony massages out the few compression kinks in the coming releases of AVCHD camcorders, this could […]

Sony HDR-SR1 Review - CEN

CEN has a review of the Sony HDR-SR1 and writes, “Standard audio is captured via an onboard stereo mic, however there is an optional 5.1 capable mic also available as well as an external mic socket. And thankfully, headphone jacks are making a comeback to consumer / prosumer camcorders. … In operation, the […]

Panasonic HDC-SD1 Camcorder

Panasonic HDC-SD1 Press Release
The HDC-SD1 records onto high capacity, solid-state SDHC Memory Cards. This tough, compact model debuts as the world’s smallest and lightest 3CCD High Definition video camcorder1. Because there are no moving parts in the recording section, the HDC-SD1 is also exceptionally resistant to impact. The user can count on reliable, virtually […]

Panasonic HDC-DX1 Camcorder

The Panasonic HDC-DX1 offers the following features:
* Record HD video directly to DVD with AVCHD technology; up to 40 minutes on a dual-layer DVD-R disc
* 3CCD system delivers improved color, detail, and gradation
* Leica Dicomar lens with 12x optical zoom
* Built-in Optical Image Stabilization for crisp, clear images
* 5.1-channel audio recording; Zoom mic […]

Canon DC50 First Impressions Review at CamcorderInfo

CamcorderInfo has a first impressions review of the Canon DC50 and writes, “The Canon DC50 is a great camcorder. Canon clearly spent a lot of time researching the weak points of the DC40 and improving upon them. The button placement is less cluttered and the menus have been improved. The performance, which was good […]

JVC Everio GZ-MG155

The JVC Everio GZ-MG155 offers the following features:
* 30GB
* 1.07 CCD
* 32x optical zoom

JVC Everio GZ- MG275

The JVC GZ MG275 offers the following features:
* 40GB
* 2180K pixel CCD (1.23 MP video, 2MP stills)
* 10x optical zoom
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JVC Everio GZ MG255

The JVC GZ MG255 offers the following features:* 30GB
* 2180K pixel CCD (1.23 MP video, 2MP stills)
* 10x optical zoom
Via CamcorderInfo.

JVC Everio GZ-MG555

The JVC Everio GZ-MG555 offers the following features:* 30GB HDD capacity
* 5370K pixel CCD, for 4 megapixel video, 5 megapixel stills
* 10x optical zoom lens
* 2.7-inch 16.9 LCD screen
* LED video lamp

JVC Everio GZ-MG575

The JVC Everio GZ-MG575 offers the following features:
* 40GB HDD capacity
* 5370K pixel CCD, for 4 megapixel video, 5 megapixel stills
* 10x optical zoom lens
* 2.7-inch 16.9 LCD screen
* LED video lamp
Soruce: CamcorderInfo.
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Sanyo Xacti VPC-HD2 First Impressions Review at CamcorderInfo

CamcorderInfo has a first impressions review of the Sanyo Xacti VPC-HD2 and writes, “The Sanyo Xacti VPC-HD2 is an unusual camcorder that doesn’t compare easily to anything else on the consumer market. At an MSRP of $699, it is the cheapest HD-capable camcorder available. It records a unique flavor of MPEG-4 video, […]

Samsung SC-X300L Camcorder

The Samsung SC-X300L Camcorder offers the following features:
* 2GB onboard flash memory
* external helmet cam
* 1/6″, 680K pixel CCD
* 10x optical zoom
* 2.0-inch LCD, 230k pixel resolution
* records MPEG-4 video at maximum resolution of 720 x 480 x 30 fps
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Samsung SC-MX10 Micro Camcorder

The Samsung SC-MX10 micro Camcorder is an ultra-compact camcorder which offers the following features:
* 2.7-inch LCD display
* records in DivX
* 34x optical zoom
* 680,000 pixel CCD
* SD card slot
The Samsung SC-MX10 will be released in September, 2007, for an expected selling price of $320.
Source: Engadget.

Samsung SC-HMX10 Camcorder

The Samsung SC-HMX10 camcorder includes the following features:
* 4GB flash storage
* 2.7-inch screen
* 1.5 megapixel CCD (still images)
* 10x optical zoom
* SD slot
* USB port

Samsung SC-DX10 Camcorder

The Samsung SC-DX10 camcorder includes the following features:
* records to internal 4GB flash drive or DVD (single and dual-layer formats)
* 26x optical zoom
* single megapixel CCD
The Samsung SC-DX10 will be released in August for $630.
Source: Engadget.

Samsung SC-X300 Camcorder

The Samsung SC-X300 camcorder includes the following features:
* DivX video
* 720 x 480 at 30fps
* w-inch screen
* 10x zoom
* SD slot
* USB
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Samsung SC-DC575 DVD Camcorder

The Samsung SC-DC575 DVD camcorder includes the following features:
* formats: DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW and dual-layer DVD+R
* four-in-one memory card slot
The Samsung SC-DC575 DVD camcorder will be released in May, for $450.
Source: Engadget.

Samsung SC-D372 MiniDV Camcorder

The Samsung SC-D372 MiniDV camcorder offers the following features:
* Schneider lens
* 34x optical zoom
* 2.7-inch LCD
* 680,000 pixel CCD, 800 x 600 still images
The Samsung SC-D372 will be released in March, 2007, with an expected selling fee of $270.
Source: Engadget.

Sony DCR-DVD508 Camcorder

Sony has a camcorder to match your personal video-making style with its new line of DVD and Mini DV tape Handycam® camcorders. “Our new models feature enhancements and sophisticated technologies across the line to deliver benefits to satisfy the varying recording, sharing and archiving needs of different customers, depending on their preferences,” said Linda Vuolo, […]

JVC GZ-MG505U Review at CEN

CEN reviews the JVC GZ-MG505U and writes, “The JVC GZ-MG505U ($1,299 list) provides very high quality video even in low light situations. At this price though, the new HDV-based camcorders could be had, some that record to traditional miniDV tape, and some that record to a hard drive, so there is a tradeoff. I […]

Sony HDR-UX1 Review at CEN

CEN has a review of the Sony HDR-UX1 and writes, “In terms of functionality, the UX1 is a standard auto/manual animal; you can be as automatic as you like - simply turn it on and point and shoot, or turn all of the aids off and be as manual as you like. … Of […]

Samsung SC-D165 DVD Camcorder

Samsung SC-D165 Press Release
Responding to customers’ requirement for high-quality, convenience and innovation, the SC-D165 DVD camcorder has all this and more. As with all of Samsung’s 2006 DVD Camcorders, the SC-D165 offers compatibility with all key single and dual layer DVD formats - a first in the industry! This camcorder also offers convenient 4-in-1 […]

Samsung SC-X210L Sports Camcorder

The Samsung SC-X210L camcorder offers the following features:
* 680K-pixel CCD delivers high-resolution images, color, and detail
* Water-resistant external lens for hands-free shooting
* 1GB built-in memory; SD/MMC compatibility
* MPEG-4 video recording; MP3, webcam, voice recorder, and data storage
* Includes carrying case and mounting bags

RCA EZ201 Small Wonder Digital Camcorder

RCA EZ201 Small Wonder Press Release
At the annual Consumer Electronics Show, Thomson today announced plans to introduce the RCA Small Wonder EZ201, a new, affordable digital camcorder that will feature an expandable SD memory slot and a convenient rotating display that lets the videographer be part of the fun. The RCA EZ201 is perfect […]

Sony DCR-HC28 Mini-DV Camcorder

Sony DCR-HC28 Press Release Excerpt
With such a wide variety of DV editing software in the marketplace, serious video editors are drawn to mini DV tape camcorders. Sony is introducing three tape-based models with feature sets to suit beginners and advanced camcorder users.
… the new DCR-HC38 camcorder has a powerful 40x optical zoom and wide […]

Sony DCR-HC38 Mini-DV Camcorder

With such a wide variety of DV editing software in the marketplace, serious video editors are drawn to mini DV tape camcorders. Sony has introduced the Sony DCR-HC38 mini-DV camcorder for serious users.

Sony DCR-HC48 Mini DV Camcorder

Sony DCR-HC48 Press Release Excerpt
With such a wide variety of DV editing software in the marketplace, serious video editors are drawn to mini DV tape camcorders. Sony is introducing three tape-based models with feature sets to suit beginners and advanced camcorder users.
The top-of-the-line DCR-HC48 model features one-megapixel digital still photo capture, a 25x optical […]

Sony DCR-DVD108 Camcorder

Sony DCR-DVD108 Press Release Excerpts
Sony has a camcorder to match your personal video-making style with its new line of DVD and Mini DV tape Handycam® camcorders.
“Our new models feature enhancements and sophisticated technologies across the line to deliver benefits to satisfy the varying recording, sharing and archiving needs of different customers, depending on their […]

Hitachi Wooo DZ-GX5300 DVD Camcorder

The Hitachi Wooo DZ-GX5300 DVD camcorder offers the following features:
* 3.3 megapixel 3CCD
* media: SD video onto 8-centimeter (single-layer only) DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD-R and DVD+RW discs
* 2.7-inch swingout LCD
* built-in capture function
Source: Engadget.

Hitachi UltraVision DZGX5080A

Hitachi takes the guess work out of having to choose a camcorder format by combining the long recording times of hard disk drives and the easy-to-share attributes of DVDs. Consumers can record up to 23 hours of home videos and then dub a highlight reel to a DVD disk with a simple push of […]

Hitachi DZHS300A

Hitachi DZH300A Press Release Excerpts
Hitachi takes the guess work out of having to choose a camcorder format by combining the long recording times of hard disk drives and the easy-to-share attributes of DVDs. Consumers can record up to 23 hours of home videos and then dub a highlight reel to a DVD disk with […]

Hitachi DZHS500A

Hitachi DZH500A Press Release Excerpts
Hitachi takes the guess work out of having to choose a camcorder format by combining the long recording times of hard disk drives and the easy-to-share attributes of DVDs. Consumers can record up to 23 hours of home videos and then dub a highlight reel to a DVD disk with […]

Sanyo VPC-CA6 Xacti Digital Camcorder

Sanyo VPC-CA6 Press Release Details
The new, 6-megapixel SANYO Xacti CA6 is a pocket-sized digital still and MPEG-4 video camera specially designed to capture outdoor fun under the sun and around water.
The stylish SANYO CA6 is “protected from splash in all directions,” conforming to the IEC international IPX4 standard*. Splash-proof water resistance makes it practical […]

Sanyo Xacti HD2 High Definition Camcorder

Sanyo Xacti HD2 Press Release
Packed with performance upgrades including a new 7.38-megapixel CCD image sensor that dramatically improves low-light sensitivity, the new SANYO Xacti HD2 is the world’s smallest and lightest high-definition digital video camera* and the highly anticipated next-generation follow-up to 2006’s innovative and multi award-winning HD1 and HD1a series.

Canon MVX460 Mini DV Digital Camcorder

Unbeatable.co.uk has a review of the Canon MVX460 Mini DV and writes, “One of the most impressive things about the Canon MVX 460 is its user friendliness. The on-screen menu was just a breeze to navigate, although we thought that some menu options should have been prioritised compared to others and placed at the […]

Sony DCR-SR42 HDD Camcorder

The Sony DCR-SR42 offers the following features:
* 30 GB built-in hard drive; record up to 20 hours
* Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens; 40x optical/2000x digital zoom
* 2.5-inch touch-panel SwivelScreen LCD
* Super SteadyShot picture stabilization system
* Handycam Station included; one-touch disc burn

Sony DCR-SR62 HDD Camcorder

The Sony DCR-SR62 offers the following features:
* 30 GB built-in hard drive; record up to 20 hours
* 1-megapixel Advanced HAD CCD imager; Super SteadyShot picture stabilization system
* Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens; 25x optical/2000x digital zoom
* 2.7-inch widescreen touch-panel LCD
* Handycam Station included; one-touch disc burn

Sony DCR-SR82 HDD Camcorder

Sony DCR-SR82 Press Release Excerpts
The escalation of sharing user-created content on the Internet has generated demand for camcorders that offer simplified recording and virtually effortless video sharing.
Sony, the U.S. market leader in the hard disk drive format, is responding to this demand with five new HDD models for its 2007 Handycam® camcorder lineup. […]

Sony DCR-SR200 HDD Camcorder

Sony DCR-SR200 Press Release Excerpts
The escalation of sharing user-created content on the Internet has generated demand for camcorders that offer simplified recording and virtually effortless video sharing.
Sony, the U.S. market leader in the hard disk drive format, is responding to this demand with five new HDD models for its 2007 Handycam® camcorder lineup. […]

Sony DCR-SR300 HDD Camcorder

Sony DCR-SR300 Press Release
The escalation of sharing user-created content on the Internet has generated demand for camcorders that offer simplified recording and virtually effortless video sharing.
Sony, the U.S. market leader in the hard disk drive format, is responding to this demand with five new HDD models for its 2007 Handycam® camcorder lineup.
“The long […]

Canon DC230 DVD Camcorder

The Canon DC230 DVD Camcorder offers the following features:* 35x optical/1000x digital zoom
* image stabilization
* 2.7 inch widescreen LCD
* nine-point AiAF autofocus
* miniSD memory card slot
* USB 2.0 Hi-Speed capabilitiy
* PictBridge compatibility
* Digital Video Solutions disk
* 1.07 megapixel CCD image sensor
* wireless remote control

Canon DC220 DVD Camcorder

The Canon DC220 DVD Camcorder offers the following features:* 35x optical/1000x digital zoom
* image stabilization
* 2.7 inch widescreen LCD
* nine-point AiAF autofocus
* miniSD memory card slot
* USB 2.0 Hi-Speed capabilitiy
* PictBridge compatibility
* Digital Video Solutions disk

Canon DC210 DVD Camcorder

The Canon DC210 DVD camcorder is an entry-level camcorder featuring:
* 35x optical/1000x digital zoom
* image stabilization
* 2.7 inch widescreen LCD

Canon ZR800 Mini-DV Camcorder

The Canon ZR800 Mini-DV camcorder is an entry-level model camcorder offering the following features:
* 35x Optical and 1000x Digital Zoom
* Lens - Focal length 2.6-91mm, f/2.0 - 5.0
* Image Stabilization - Shoot Steady Video even without a tripod for professional looking videos
* Smooth Zoom Control - 3 pre-set zoom speeds

Canon ZR830 Mini-DV Camcorder

The Canon ZR830 Mini-DV camcorder offers the following features:
* Genuine Canon Optics with 35x optical zoom/1000x digital zoom
* DIGIC DV image processor; image stabilization
* 2.7-inch widescreen LCD monitor; widescreen HR recording
* Still image recording
* Smooth zoom control; level shot control

Canon ZR850 Mini-DV Camcorder

The Canon ZR850 Mini-DV camcorder is an entry-level camcorder offering the following features:
* 1-megapixel CCD image sensor; image stabilization
* Genuine Canon Optics with 35x optical zoom/1000x digital zoom
* DIGIC DV image processor; still image recording
* 2.7-inch widescreen LCD monitor; widescreen HR recording
* Smooth zoom control; level shot control

Canon DC50 DVD Camcorder

The Canon DC50 DVD Camcorder incorporates a robust 5.39 Megapixel CCD Image Sensor with an RGB Primary Color Filter that provides vibrantly colored video and brilliant five megapixel photos. Combined with the range of optical advantages and technological advances beginning with its high quality, genuine Canon 10x optical / 200x digital zoom lens, the […]

Sony HDR-HC5 HDV Camcorder

The Sony HDR-HC5 HDV camcorder offers the following features:
* 2-megapixel ClearVid CMOS sensor; choose between HD & DV recording formats
* 4-megapixel still image capture; Super SteadyShot image stabilization
* Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T lens; 10x optical zoom/20x digital zoom
* 2.7-inch widescreen Clear Photo LCD Plus
* Memory Stick Duo media slot

Sony HDR-HC7 HDV Camcorder

The Sony HDR-HC7 HDV camcorder offers the following features:
* 3-megapixel ClearVid CMOS sensor; choose between HD & DV recording formats
* 6.1-megapixel still image capture; Super SteadyShot image stabilization
* 2.7-inch widescreen Clear Photo LCD Plus
* Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T lens; 10x optical zoom/20x digital zoom
* Memory Stick Duo media slot

Sony HDR-UX7 DVD Camcorder

Sony HDR-UX7 Press Release Excerpts
The new HDR-UX7 and HDR-UX5 AVCHDâ„¢ DVD models … feature Sony’s ClearVidâ„¢ CMOS sensor technology. Developed for the processing needs of data-rich, high-definition video, this technology, along with Sony’s Enhanced Imaging Processor® circuitry, bring the advantages of high resolution, high sensitivity with low noise, and virtually smear-free pictures.
The top-of-the-line HDR-UX7 […]