July Digital Camcorder Reviews Archives
Yahoo!Tech reviews the RCA Small Wonder EZ200 and writes, “If I had to choose between one of the many ultra-compact disposable camcorders out there, I’d probably go with RCA’s Small Wonder camera for three reasons: affordability, ease of use, and expansion slot. The company released four camcorders recently, and I got my hands […]
Published: 07-31-2008 | Link To This Entry
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The OttawaCitizen reviews the Samsung SC-HMX20 and writes, “…This new camcorder, with its suggested price of $899, pretty well has it all. It has a 6.4-megapixel still camera so you can take good quality images, and it’s a full HD video camera that shoots at 1920 x 1080 resolution…
Published: 07-31-2008 | Link To This Entry
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Australian PC Authority reviews the Sony HDR-SR8E and writes, “Although the SR8E isn’t a semi-pro camcorder, there’s plenty for the more serious consumer. A separate roller controls manual focus – not as good as a lens ring, but close. Most other functions are accessed through the touchscreen LCD, including spot focus and metering […]
Published: 07-30-2008 | Link To This Entry
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apcmag reviews the JVC GZ-HD6 and writes, “The Everio range was arguably the first hard disk-based camcorder series on the market and, over the last two years or so, JVC has been quietly tuning its brand, culminating in the latest model, the GZ-HD6. Other manufacturers call their models ‘hybrids’ (Hitachi was the first […]
Published: 07-30-2008 | Link To This Entry
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The Hitachi DZ-BD70E offers the following features:
* 30 GB hard drive
* Blu-Ray burner for creating videos in Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels)
* 5-megapixel CMOS sensor
* multi-layer video lens
Published: 07-29-2008 | Link To This Entry
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The Sony HDR-CX12 offers the following features:
* 1920 x 1080 Full High Definition video resolution
* 10.2 megapixel still image capture
* Super SteadyShot optical image stabilization
* Professional Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens
* Smile Shutter technology for still and dual capture
* Face Detection technology for video and photo
Published: 07-29-2008 | Link To This Entry
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PC Advisor reviews the Canon Vixia HV30 and writes, “Our panel of experts judged the output of the Canon Vixia HV30 and deemed it’s video quality to be the best we’ve seen recently, earning an overall Very Good rating. Video colour in both normal and low-light settings was very pleasing, appearing vividly accurate […]
Published: 07-28-2008 | Link To This Entry
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Engadget reviews the Samsung SC-HMX20C and writes, “Let us restate: the SC-HMX20C isn’t meant to be looked at seriously by pros. The $849.99 (or so) price tag is proof of that. For individuals seeking a small, easy to carry camcorder that will capture family vacations, impromptu get-togethers and your kid’s school play, we […]
Published: 07-28-2008 | Link To This Entry
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The Washingtonpost reviews the Creative Vado and writes, “In name recognition and sales, Pure Digital’s Flip Video devices are as dominant in the YouTube-friendly pocket-camcorder world as the iPod is among audio players. But on paper, Creative’s Vado Pocket Video Cam trumps the Flip models on several counts: It’s thinner and cheaper, and […]
Published: 07-25-2008 | Link To This Entry
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Camcorderifo reviews the JVC Everio GX-MS100 and writes, “The JVC Everio GZ-MS100 (Review, Specs, Recent News, ) is a decent entry-level camcorder, but the two flashiest and most compelling features - the YouTube compatibility and the “Laser Touch” operation - are the very elements that weaken it. The YouTube upload process is not […]
Published: 07-25-2008 | Link To This Entry
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Digital Trends reviews the JVC Everio GZ-MS100 and writes, “So this boils down to a decent, lightweight standard-def 35x zoom camcorder with software that makes uploading to YouTube relatively simple. There are many other less expensive gadgets that let you post to YouTube but quality is pretty weak…
Published: 07-24-2008 | Link To This Entry
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CrunchGear reviews the JVC Everio GZ-MS100 and writes, “This camera would be great for…drumroll please…people who are somewhat technically inclined, don’t need to edit their videos, and want to get them uploaded as quickly as possible. My fellow technology bloggers come to mind. I can picture myself using this at an event to […]
Published: 07-24-2008 | Link To This Entry
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Camcorderinfo reviews the Canon FS11 and writes, “The Canon FS11 is a good camcorder. The video performance is par-to-above average in moderate light, particularly the color. We wish it could have performed better in low light like the JVC GZ-MS11, but it didn’t. This is a great camcorder for point-and-shooters or those who […]
Published: 07-22-2008 | Link To This Entry
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Stuff reviews the Sanyo Xacti VPC-CA65 and writes, “The Xacti VPC-CA65EXW is compact and easy to use with simple and clear buttons and menus; also, the 2.5-inch TFT LCD with 150,000 pixels and complete frame coverage is very viewable even in bright sunlight. This is good, because there’s no viewfinder on the Xacti […]
Published: 07-22-2008 | Link To This Entry
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CNET UK reviews the Toshiba Camelio Pro and writes, “As a lightweight, basic and extremely affordable camcorder, the Camileo Pro does the job. That said, we can’t help but wonder why Toshiba has chosen to make the Camileo Pro a camcorder, as its video quality is not the biggest draw…
Published: 07-21-2008 | Link To This Entry
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CNET reviews the RCA “Traveler” Small Wonder EZ210 and writes, “We weren’t particularly impressed with the video quality of the Small Wonder EZ205 or EZ200; the Traveler EZ210 performed better. The step-down models had trouble with brightly lit outdoor scenes, but the EZ210 was able to compensate and adjust the lighting for […]
Published: 07-21-2008 | Link To This Entry
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CNET UK reviews the Pure Digital Flip Ultra and writes, ” We’re in two minds about the Flip Video Ultra. On the one hand, it’s unbeatable for ad hoc, down-and-dirty, quick and easy shooting and uploading. But on the other it’s fairly limited as to what you can do with your footage — […]
Published: 07-18-2008 | Link To This Entry
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Pocket-lint reviews the Creative Vado and writes, “There are problems with moving from dark to light conditions and it takes a while for the Vado to adjust itself, so worth considering whilst you are out and about to avoid a complete whiteout. You’ll also find that hand movement can cause a great deal […]
Published: 07-18-2008 | Link To This Entry
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Macworld reviews the Canon Vixia HV30 and writes, “Like what we saw happen to VHS technology when the DVD became popular, MiniDV tapes are gradually becoming a technology of the past. Most camcorder manufacturers are turning to tapeless storage media, such as a hard drive, memory card or DVD storage. Despite this trend, […]
Published: 07-17-2008 | Link To This Entry
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CNET reviews the RCS Small Wonder EZ205 and writes, “The marketing materials for the EZ205 note that the company has improved the low-light performance of the camcorder, and that appears to be the case. In fact, we thought the camera did its best work indoors, with subjects in close range. For low-resolution (640×480) […]
Published: 07-17-2008 | Link To This Entry
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Mobile Magazine reviews the RCA “Traveler” Small Wonder EZ210 and writes, “There are certainly some positives here for RCA when it comes to the Small Wonder Traveler EZ210. The use of regular AA batteries and an SD memory card expansion slot make it very easy to use this camcorder anywhere, not having to […]
Published: 07-16-2008 | Link To This Entry
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CNET reviews the Sony HDR-Sr11 and writes, “If you plan to watch, or edit your video on a computer, you should check out Lori Grunin’s blog post on the subject of AVCHD and editing software. Sony includes its Picture Motion software with the SR11 and SR12, but it would be much better off […]
Published: 07-16-2008 | Link To This Entry
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Trusted Reviews has a review of the Creative Vado and writes, “Despite the online video revolution, interest in editing footage hasn’t exactly snowballed. The vast majority of YouTube users simply shoot something and put it straight up on the Web. Camcorder manufacturers have started to realise this, and are busy launching diminutive point-and-shoot […]
Published: 07-15-2008 | Link To This Entry
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Pocket-lint reviews the Toshiba Camelio Pro and writes, “Despite the range of settings to give control to the user, we found the best results came from auto, as these play to the camcorders shortcomings. Of course, at this price, sacrifices have been made, but can you live with those sacrifices?..
Published: 07-15-2008 | Link To This Entry
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CNET UK reviews the Creative Vado and writes, “Missing frills and features aside, the real question is whether the Vado matches up to the Flip Video models in terms of video quality. The answer is: not quite. The Vado performs well enough — the video certainly meets our minimum criteria for Web-only video […]
Published: 07-14-2008 | Link To This Entry
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Trusted Reviews has a review of the Canon Vixia HV30 and writes, “Now that most manufacturers are turning their attention away from tape Canon’s HV20 has managed to remain uncontested for some time as the best HDV camcorder around. Until now. But fortunately for Canon the latest contender to the HV20’s crown is […]
Published: 07-14-2008 | Link To This Entry
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Digital Trends reviews the Panasonic HDC-HS9 and writes, “Hi-def camcorders are shrinking so rapidly, they make singer Amy Winehouse seem positively plump. A great example is the new Panasonic HDC-HS9, a combination 60GB hard disk drive, SDHC AVCHD home video maker that weighs 15.8 ounces including the battery. In fact, it’s barely bigger […]
Published: 07-11-2008 | Link To This Entry
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PC World reviews the Creative Vado and writes, “Not everyone will love the flip-out design of the Vado’s USB connector, either; though the rubberized connector’s flexibility will delight some users, plugging the very short connector into a desktop’s USB ports makes the Vado dangle awkwardly in midair. The connector was clearly built with […]
Published: 07-10-2008 | Link To This Entry
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PC World reviews the Pure Digital Flip Mino and writes, “Besides the pocket camcorder itself, you get a few other goodies with the Mino’s price of admission: a protective pouch, an RCA cable for watching your clips on a standard TV, a wrist strap, and basic but clear documentation.
Published: 07-09-2008 | Link To This Entry
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PCMag reviews the Creative Vado and writes, “The device’s unprecedented success ushered in a new class of gadget: the YouTube camcorder. The extremely familiar form factor suggests that Creative got its inspiration for the Vado Pocket Video Cam from Pure Digital. In the process, the company designed a camcorder that improves upon the […]
Published: 07-08-2008 | Link To This Entry
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MobileTechReview has a review of the Pure Digital Flip Ultra and writes, “Suppose you’re going for a walk one day, and across the street, you happen to spot Steve Jobs. He’s getting out of his top-secret iCar and strapping on his top-secret iJetPack. Sensing the opportunity of a lifetime, you pull our your […]
Published: 07-07-2008 | Link To This Entry
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CNET Australia reviews the Sony DCR-DVD810 and writes, “The 5.1-channel audio capture is decent, but the inbuilt mic picks up a lot of surrounding noise. One option is to invest in an external mic for the camcorder’s hotshoe — this would also reduce pick-up of the creaking sounds made by the lens as […]
Published: 07-04-2008 | Link To This Entry
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CNET Australia reviews the Panasonic HDC-HS9 and writes, “According to Panasonic’s estimates, the 60GB hard-disk should be good for 460 minutes of maximum quality 1920×1080 footage, or 1,380 minutes of low quality 1440×1080 video. Battery life is more likely to be an issue, with the standard battery rated at between 60 and 100 […]
Published: 07-03-2008 | Link To This Entry
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CNET reviews the Pure Digital Flip Mino and writes, “In the end, despite a couple of small gripes, we came away feeling good about the Mino. The more compact design makes the device even more pocket-friendly than the Ultra and the addition of the rechargeable battery will save you money in the long […]
Published: 07-02-2008 | Link To This Entry
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The RCA Small Wonder EZ200 offers the following features:
* Point and shoot digital camcorder with still photo functionality
* Record up to 30 minutes in High Quality Resolution
* Record up to 60 minutes in Web Quality mode with included memory
* MicroSD expansion slot
Published: 07-01-2008 | Link To This Entry
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