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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.   |
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
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 3, 2007
Brian Chen |
Canon ZR850 camcorder Low-end MiniDV camcorder is ideal for home videos. |
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
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 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 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. |
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 |
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... |
Macworld
May 14, 2007
Brian Chen |
JVC GR-D796 camcorder The MiniDV unit is most suitable for projects with low production values. |
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. |
PC Magazine
April 13, 2004
Jan Ozer |
Better, More Affordable Camcorders Canon and Sony have revamped their sub-$800 offerings, with good results. |
PC Magazine
February 22, 2008
David Gussman |
Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS The PowerShot SD1100 IS adds a few new features to its predecessor, but the SD1000 still can't be beat in terms of image quality and shooting flexibility... Fuji FinePix F50fd... Fuji FinePix Z10fd... Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX55... etc. |
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... |
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
May 16, 2008
David Gussman |
Kodak EasyShare M1033 With an easy-to-use interface, great images, and a generous feature set, this moderately priced camera packs a lot of value. |
PC World
July 2004
Richard Baguley |
Small Size, Sharp Video The Panasonic PV-GS200 camcorder fits in one hand, yet comes packed with features. |
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. |
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. |
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. |
PC World
June 2004
Bryan Hastings |
DV Stars: Hello, Hollywood! The latest digital camcorders make spectacular video more affordable and portable than ever. |
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. |
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
April 30, 2007
Brian Chen |
Canon HV10 camcorder High definition camcorder delights visually, disappoints aurally. |
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. |
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
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. |
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. |
PC Magazine
February 13, 2009
PJ Jacobowitz |
HD Video for Every Budget Movies, TV, and even YouTube have gone high-def. So why are you still shooting standard-definition video? Join the HD revolution with one of these shooters. |
PC Magazine
December 11, 2008
Brian Heater |
Creative Vado Pocket Video Cam HD A few key improvements over the original are enough to make the high-definition Vado the best pocket camcorder around... Pure Digital Flip camcorder... EasyShare M1033... Kodak EasyShare V1073... Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX37... etc. |
PC Magazine
August 25, 2008
Tony Hoffman |
Canon EOS Rebel XSi The Canon EOS Rebel XSi builds on earlier Rebels to provide a feature-rich, low-cost digital SLR that produces top-notch images... Canon EOS Rebel XTi... Nikon D60... Olympus E-8... Sony A350... |
PC Magazine
October 10, 2008
PJ Jacobowitz |
Canon PowerShot A1000 IS Canon's speedy A1000 IS captures beautiful images and features a foolproof Easy Mode, which actually prevents beginners from adjusting advanced settings. |
PC Magazine
June 13, 2008
David Gussman |
Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 With some handy innovative features, the A350 is an easy-to-use, entry-level D-SLR that takes great pictures. |
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. |
PC Magazine
October 22, 2007
Aimee Baldridge |
Kodak EasyShare Z712 IS A reasonable price, easy-to-use controls, and 12X zoom lens make this EasyShare worth a look. |
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. |
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. |
PC Magazine
August 5, 2005
Terry Sullivan |
Sony DCR-DVD92 DVD Handycam Camcorder It has some definite perks and is reasonably priced, but the video quality is lacking. |
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 Magazine
September 28, 2011
Jim Fisher |
Nikon J1 Nikon's first compact interchangeable lens camera, the J1, is capable of capturing sharp images at incredible speeds in a body that's much smaller than a D-SLR. Its autofocus is extremely quick and accurate, and the included lens delivers consistently sharp results. |
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
November 2002
McDonald & Thornton |
Full Exposure: Today's Best Digital Cameras Bigger features, smaller prices -- whether you're a special-occasion snapshooter or a serious shutterbug, you can find a new camera with your name on it. |
Macworld
August 21, 2006
Richard Baguley |
Panasonic PV-GS300 MiniDV camcorder Reasonably priced camcorder captures video with bright, accurate colors. |
PC Magazine
July 11, 2007
Terry Sullivan |
Buying Guide: Point-and-Shoot Digicams Before you buy a camera for your next vacation, here are the eight questions to consider... Canon PowerShot A630... Casio Exilim EX-S770... Samsung NV10... |
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
October 25, 2007
Aimee Baldridge |
HP Photosmart R937 If creative shooting control, optical range, or compactness are your priorities, look elsewhere. But if you want a big touch screen and you value in-camera photo editing, the R937 delivers. |
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
September 26, 2007
Aimee Baldridge |
Fuji FinePix Z5fd An inexpensive pocket camera, the Fujifilm FinePix Z5fd shoots quickly and provides handy automatic features that improve your chances of getting a good shot. |
| PC Magazine |
Digital Camera Blockbuster Don't believe the hype. The right digital camera for you might not be the one with the most megapixels or the heftiest price tag. |
