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Macworld June 29, 2005 Robert Ellis |
Sony DCR-HC32 The Sony DCR-HC32 has more cons than pros, but it's still a decent camcorder. |
Macworld July 12, 2005 Robert Ellis |
Sony DCR-HC42 Sony's DCR-HC42 is a point-and-shoot camcorder with an Easy Handycam button that hides most menu options, so it's difficult for beginners to muck things up. |
Macworld June 16, 2005 Robert Ellis |
Canon ZR400 The Canon ZR400 is a capable camcorder designed for ease-of-use, while still offering some manual controls. It is compact and simple to operate, making it a good choice for recording family fun. But don't expect the still images to take the place of a dedicated digital camera. |
Macworld August 23, 2006 Richard Baguley |
Sony DCR-HC36 MiniDV Handycam The Sony DCR-HC36 MiniDV Handycam is a budget camcorder that's small, light, easy to carry, easy to use and takes adequate video in daylight. But its low-light performance will be a problem if you want to shoot videos indoors -- at a party, for instance. |
Macworld June 10, 2005 Robert Ellis |
Canon Optura 60 The Optura 60 shoots excellent video (provided you have enough light), snaps decent still images, and offers a full range of creative flexibility, making it a solid choice. |
Macworld November 2004 Robert Ellis |
DV Camcorders If you've been hesitant about retiring your antiquated VHS or Hi8 camcorder and springing for a DV model, now may be a good time to take the leap. |
Macworld August 21, 2006 Richard Baguley |
Panasonic PV-GS300 MiniDV camcorder Reasonably priced camcorder captures video with bright, accurate colors. |
Macworld May 3, 2007 Brian Chen |
Canon ZR850 camcorder Low-end MiniDV camcorder is ideal for home videos. |
Macworld April 21, 2005 Robert Ellis |
Konica Minolta Dimage Z5 Very good image quality, outstanding zoom and image stabilization make for an impressive combination for this camera. |
PC World August 2006 Richard Baguley |
High-Quality Video on a Budget MiniDV camcorders deliver features for novices and serious videographers for as little as $400. Panasonic PV-GS500.. Panasonic PV-GS300... JVC GR-X5US... Sony DCR-HC36... Canon Elura 100... Canon Optura 600... JVC GR-D396... |
Macworld May 6, 2005 Robert Ellis |
Olympus Stylus Verve 4-megapixel camera amounts to an expensive fashion accessory |
Macworld February 27, 2006 Richard Baguley |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ30 This 8-megapixel camera is well suited to photographers eager for manual controls, and its images look great -- when taken in good light. |
Macworld June 20, 2005 Robert Ellis |
Nikon Coolpix S1 Nikon's Coolpix S1 digital camera lacks some features enthusiasts might expect, but point-and-shooters who need a bit of guidance will like its easy operation and excellent color. |
Macworld May 12, 2005 Robert Ellis |
HP Photosmart M417 The HP Photosmart M417 is a good choice for beginners and those who just want a budget-priced point-and-shoot camera -- and are willing to put up with average image quality. |
Macworld May 14, 2007 Brian Chen |
JVC GR-D796 camcorder The MiniDV unit is most suitable for projects with low production values. |
Macworld March 2005 Robert Ellis |
Pentax OptioX The 5-megapixel digital camera's split body (with the lens on one side, and the LCD on the other) swivels around like a Rubik's Cube. It's a novel design, but its picture quality is only average. |
Macworld April 29, 2005 Robert Ellis |
Konica Minolta Dimage Z20 Unique body conceals capable camera |
Macworld May 14, 2005 Robert Ellis |
Concord 6340z Its low price per megapixel makes the 6-megapixel Concord 6340z seem like a bargain, but is it really? |
Macworld April 15, 2005 Robert Ellis |
Pentax Optio S5i The Pentax Optio S5i 5-megapixel digital camera may be compact and lightweight, but its dark, noisy images mar an otherwise promising camera. |
Macworld August 24, 2006 Richard Baguley |
Canon Elura 100 MiniDV camcorder The Canon Elura 100 is a good choice for budget shooters; although the image quality isn't great, it's a compact, easy-to-use camera that won't confuse novice filmmakers. |
Macworld August 25, 2006 Richard Baguley |
JVC GR-D396US MiniDV camcorder The JVC GR-D396US is one of the least-expensive camcorders available. However, its lack of advanced control and its poor video quality will put off all but the most budget-minded shooters. |
Macworld August 22, 2006 Richard Baguley |
Panasonic PV-GS500 MiniDV camcorder The Panasonic PV-GS500 is a great pick for shooters who want the benefit of automatic control and the flexibility of manual control. And it takes great-looking video and stills. |
Macworld May 21, 2005 Robert Ellis |
Concord 5340z Like Concord's 6-megapixel 6340z, its 5-megapixel 5340z offers plenty of pixels per dollar, but poor performance keeps both cameras from being a good value. |
Macworld May 26, 2005 Robert Ellis |
Canon PowerShot SD500 The Canon PowerShot SD500 takes excellent pictures, but the lack of manual features makes it a pricey point-and-shoot camera. |
Macworld February 25, 2005 Robert Ellis |
Epson L-500V At $350, the Epson L-500V is almost twice the price of the Epson PhotoPC L-410. Surprisingly, we liked the less expensive camera's pictures better. |
Macworld June 14, 2005 Robert Ellis |
Canon PowerShot SD400 Excellent still images available in a small package |
PC Magazine June 5, 2006 Terry Sullivan |
Sony DCR-SR100 30GB Handycam The DCR-SR100 30, Sony's first hard drive camcorder, is the best of its kind thus far, but it hasn't attained EC quality yet. |
Macworld April 26, 2007 James Galbraith |
Sony DCR-HC96 MiniDV Handycam camcorder This MiniDV camcorder performs well, provides impressive still-image quality, and offers some nice features |
PC Magazine June 27, 2007 Terry Sullivan |
Hitachi DZHS300A This camcorder is competitive because it can record video to either an internal hard drive or burn directly to DVD, but the confounding menu system and awkward controls are disappointing... Casio Exilim EX-P505... Xacti VPC-HD1... |
PC Magazine June 27, 2007 Terry Sullivan |
Sony Handycam DCR-DVD508 This 10X optical Handycam should definitely be on your short list if you're looking for a SD camcorder that doesn't skimp on quality... Sanyo Xacti VPC-HD1... Hitachi DZHS300A... Casio Exilim EX-P505... Sony HDR-HC3 HDV 1080i Handycam... |
Macworld April 30, 2007 Brian Chen |
Canon HV10 camcorder High definition camcorder delights visually, disappoints aurally. |
Macworld August 28, 2006 Richard Baguley |
JVC GR-X5US MiniDV camcorder The JVC GR-X5US has an interesting design, and shoots good video and stills, but it is an expensive camcorder that may not be to everyone's taste. |
Macworld May 23, 2005 Robert Ellis |
HP Photosmart M22 Extensive help features, respectable images, and a low price make the M22 a beginner-friendly bargain -- so long as you don't want a zoom. |
Macworld May 11, 2005 Robert Ellis |
Olympus C-7070 Wide Zoom This 7-megapixel camera from Olympus boasts great ergonomics, advanced features, and much more. It's a solid choice for enthusiasts, but its slow write times will test your patience if you shoot a lot of Raw-format images. |
PC World August 2005 Richard Baguley |
Video Is Looking Better Than Ever High-end features are making their way into easy-to-use consumer camcorders. Canon Optura 60... Hitachi DZGX20A DVD-RAM/DVD-R Camcorder... JVC GR-DF550US... etc. |
PC Magazine June 22, 2005 Kyle Monson |
Hi-Def in Your Hand The Sony HDR-HC1 Handycam camcorder brings hi-def video shooting to a consumer level with a comparatively low price. |
Macworld February 21, 2006 Richard Baguley |
Fujifilm FinePix S5200 The easy-to-use Fujifilm FinePix S5200 offers a slew of advanced features for a low price. It takes great pictures, and its snappy start-up and shooting times ensure that you'll almost always get the shot you want. |
Macworld April 15, 2005 Robert Ellis |
Casio Exilim EX-Z55 You'll like the digital camera for its large LCD and small size, but its picture quality is disappointing. |
Macworld May 9, 2007 James Galbraith |
Panasonic PV-GS320 camcorder Despite some design quirks, the video performance and high-quality video and still shots make this camcorder a good choice for people who want great-looking video without paying high definition prices. |
PC Magazine July 19, 2006 Terry Sullivan |
Sony HDR-HC3 HDV 1080i Handycam Sony's HDR-HC3 sets the bar very high, letting consumers film home movies in stunning HD quality. |
PC Magazine April 13, 2004 Jan Ozer |
Better, More Affordable Camcorders Canon and Sony have revamped their sub-$800 offerings, with good results. |
Macworld April 28, 2006 Richard Baguley |
Casio Exilim EX-S600 Digital Camera Huge shooting mode selection sets 6-megapixel point and shoot apart from the pack. |
Macworld May 28, 2005 Robert Ellis |
HP Photosmart R717 Hewlett-Packard's HP Photosmart R717 is a beginner-friendly digital camera that takes nice pictures, and offers some room to grow. |
Macworld February 24, 2006 Richard Baguley |
Olympus SP-500 Ultra Zoom Six-megapixel digicam features long zoom lens and high-end features. |
Macworld November 2002 Ben Long |
Diminutive but Feature-Packed Cameras Deliver We put four of the latest compact, single-CCD DV camcorders through their paces and found that you don't necessarily have to sacrifice features or quality to get a camcorder that fits in a coat pocket or handbag. |
Macworld May 20, 2005 Robert Ellis |
Canon PowerShot A520 Canon's 4-megapixel camera produces excellent color, but has awkward controls. |
PC Magazine June 1, 2006 Terry Sullivan |
Sony DCR-DVD505 Although it's not perfect, the Sony DCR-DVD505 miniDVD camcorder's strengths make it a shoo-in for Editors' Choice. |
PC Magazine November 16, 2004 Jan Ozer |
Reality DV JVC GR-D33US... Sony DCR-HC40 MiniDV Handycam... Canon Optura 400... Sony DCR-DVD201 DVD Handycam...etc. |
Macworld February 22, 2006 Richard Baguley |
Konica Minolta Dimage Z6 While its 12X zoom lens is impressive and the camera is easy to handle, the Konica-Minolta Dimage Z6's unimpressive image quality and missing features make it a poor choice for photo enthusiasts. |
PC Magazine November 20, 2008 Tony Hoffman |
Nikon D90 The Nikon D90 is notable for being the first digital SLR to shoot video -- a nice extra for an already quite capable shooter... Sony HDR-SR11 Handycam... JVC Everio GZ-HD10... HDC-SD9-8GB camcorder... etc. |