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Macworld
January 2001
David Pogue |
DV Camcorders Latest Models Have Smaller Cases, Bigger Potential...   |
PC World
April 26, 2001
Alan Stafford |
DV Guide The latest digital camcorders pack stunning video into tiny packages. We test four powerful new models... |
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. |
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. |
PC World
September 2002
Richard Baguley |
Buyers' Guide to Digital Camcorders A big LCD screen and plenty of features justify a higher price, but overall size and ease of use are critical. |
PC World
June 2004
Bryan Hastings |
DV Stars: Hello, Hollywood! The latest digital camcorders make spectacular video more affordable and portable than ever. |
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. |
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. |
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
July 14, 2005
Robert Ellis |
Sony DCR-PC55 The Sony DCR-PC55 is a seductively compact camcorder, housed in a stylish metallic body available in silver, black, red, and white. But while it looks hot, its features are lukewarm. |
PC Magazine
September 1, 2005
Terry Sullivan |
Panasonic SDR-S100 SD Camcorder This three-CCD camcorder has an innovative feature set and a great look, but it's too expensive. |
PC Magazine
October 7, 2003
Bill Howard |
The New Digital Camcorder Right now, the most fascinating products are the smallest ones and the handful that provide high-resolution stills along with video. |
PC World
March 2002
Richard Baguley & Paul Heltzel |
Must-See DV We pick the best camcorders and software for professional-looking digital videos... |
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. |
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
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
May 3, 2007
Brian Chen |
Canon ZR850 camcorder Low-end MiniDV camcorder is ideal for home videos. |
PC World
June 20, 2006
Richard Baguley |
MiniDV Camcorders MiniDV camcorders deliver features for novices and serious videographers for as little as $400: Panasonic PV-GS500, Panasonic PV-GS300, Sony DCR-HC36 MiniDV Handycam, Canon Elura 100, and JVC GR-X5US. |
Popular Mechanics
November 2006
Glenn Derene |
Lab Test: Digital Camcorders Digital video cameras are changing fast. But which technologies are essential and which are gimmicks? |
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. |
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... |
PC World
October 2003
Paul Heltzel |
Good-bye, VHS; Hello, DVD Our guide shows you how to turn old videotapes into digital discs. Plus: our ratings of the latest pocketable DV cameras. |
Macworld
August 2001
Jeffy K. Milstead |
Analog-to-DV Converters Devices add audio and video capture to FireWire macs... |
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
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
April 13, 2004
Jan Ozer |
Better, More Affordable Camcorders Canon and Sony have revamped their sub-$800 offerings, with good results. |
PC World
May 2006
Richard Baguley |
Canon's Inexpensive ZR500 Shoots Good Video Compact digital camcorder for simple video tasks carries a surprisingly low price. |
PC Magazine
July 18, 2005
Terry Sullivan |
Hitachi DZMV780A This easy-to-use camcorder provides good to very good quality in normal light. Disc-compatibility issues hold it back, though... Sony DCR-DVD403 DVD Handycam Camcorder... Sony DCR-DVD201 Handycam Camcorder... |
PC Magazine
June 2, 2006
Terry Sullivan |
Pure Digital Point and Shoot Video Camcorder If you're looking for an easy-to-carry, inexpensive way to capture video, the Pure Digital Point & Shoot Video Camcorder may fill the bill. |
| AskMen.com |
Cheap Camcorders You won't get a lot of bells and whistles on these camcorders, but if you're accustomed to capturing clips with the movie feature on your still camera, you'll be pleasantly surprised at the quality from these inexpensive models. |
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. |
PC Magazine
December 30, 2003
Jan Ozer |
DV Cameras Get Better with Stills The holiday season and camcorders go together like turkey and stuffing, especially when we're talking about DV camcorders. |
PC World
November 8, 2006
Richard Baguley |
First Look: Canon HV10 Camcorder saves attractive high-definition video to MiniDV tapes in space-saving HDV format. |
PC Magazine
June 15, 2005
Terry Sullivan |
Sony DCR-DVD7 DVD Handycam Camcorder It's cool and hip, but the DCR-DVD7 Handycam Camcorder's great-looking design isn't so practical for actual use. The Sony DCR-DVD201, in contrast, is small, light, and takes great stills and video. |
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. |
Home Theater
May 28, 2005
Darryl Wilkinson |
Shoot Your Kids - In High Definition Cheaper, better, lighter; the Sony HDR-HC1 will put high-definition recording in the palms of more hands. |
PC Magazine
July 13, 2005
Terry Sullivan |
Sony DCR-DVD403 DVD Handycam Camcorder The Sony DCR-DVD403 produces the best video we've seen from a DVD camcorder, and has plenty of other nice features, too. |
Macworld
August 21, 2006
Richard Baguley |
Panasonic PV-GS300 MiniDV camcorder Reasonably priced camcorder captures video with bright, accurate colors. |
PC World
May 2002
Richard Baguley |
Hand-Size Handycam A new tape format allows Sony to reduce the size of its latest camcorder... |
PC World
May 1, 2000
Stan Miastkowski |
Move Over Spielberg Those of us who grew up in the '50s and '60s may be suppressing memories of old home movies. Remember how Dad filmed every picnic, school play, and graduation day, then spliced the reels with tape and made the family endure his shaky, out-of-focus productions? With the right hardware and software, anyone can turn a PC into a digital movie studio. |
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
May 14, 2007
Brian Chen |
JVC GR-D796 camcorder The MiniDV unit is most suitable for projects with low production values. |
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. |
PC Magazine
September 19, 2005
Terry Sullivan |
Sony HDR-HC1 HDV 1080i Handycam Camcorder This high-definition camcorder has breathtaking video quality that is better than any other consumer camcorder out there. |
PC World
June 2004 |
Features Comparison: The Big, the Small, and the Expensive 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. |
T.H.E. Journal
October 2001 |
Digital Imaging Supplement A look at how students and teachers can use digital imaging hardware and software, and output their creations. Includes reviews of products and case studies of classroom use... |
Home Theater
September 7, 2006
Darryl Wilkinson |
3-Chip 1080i-Want Camcorder Sony put a little more "pro" and a little less "sumer" in its latest high-definition camcorder, the HDR-FX7. |
PC World
March 2002
Richard Baguley |
Store Your Home Video on DVD-RAM The pricey Hitachi DV-MV100A offers an alternative to standard digital camcorders... |
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 1, 2005
Terry Sullivan |
Canon ZR200 This moderately priced digital camcorder has good overall color and 20X optical zoom, but has fuzzy quality in low light. |
