Different Types of Camcorders
Models that record on miniature DVD discs, built-in hard drives, and memory cards are becoming more common in standard-def and high-def versions.
MiniDV camcorders use a unique tape cassette. The typical recording time is 60 minutes at standard play speed, which gives you the best quality, or 90 minutes at lower quality.
DVD format offers benefits that tape can’t match: durability, compactness, and random access to scenes as with a DVD. That makes for more carefree recording, though you should avoid bumping the camcorder during use, and keep dirt out of the mechanism.
Hard Drives
Camcorders that record onto tiny, built-in hard drives are even easier to use. Because the drive is internal, it’s protected. There’s no recording media to buy or carry along. Like DVDs, hard drives are random access, but they’re even faster. Many models have 30 to 120 gigabytes of capacity, providing seven to 16 hours of recording at the highest-quality mode and 25 or more hours at lower quality.
Flash Memory with digital formats using
Secure Digital (SD) or Memory Stick memory cards, the amount of standard-definition video you can record at the highest quality level can vary from 15 minutes to 1 hour on 256 MB to 2 GB cards.
Larger cards up to 16 GB are available.
Several manufacturers offer “hybrid” camcorders that combine a DVD or Blu-ray
drive and a hard drive or memory card in one unit. The hard drive is fast and
convenient for recording, while DVD or memory card storage is best for archiving
or sharing videos. Another type combo model is one that offers internal and removable flash memory.
Digicams Cameras that take video or still photographs, or both, digitally by recording images via an electronic image sensor.
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| Samsung Digital Camcorders |
 Samsung HMX-H200 Full HD Camcorder. Samung's HMX-H200 Full HD Camcorder provides you with 1920 x 1080i and 1280 x 720p high def recording. It also captures that HD footage with the in the H.264 format directly to SD/SDHC memory cards. Helping you to get the best images possible is the camera's 3.3MP 1/4.1" CMOS sensor. This sensor works together with the 37mm lens, the 2.7" touch screen LCD, and other key features like 20x optical zoom to create beautiful high definition video and 4.7MP still pictures. Another practical feature, the optical image stabilizer, helps reduce camera shake for blur-free images. And when you want to enjoy your memories on the big screen with friends and family the camera's HDMI
connection allows for one cable connection to your HDTV. |
 Samsung HMX-H204BN Full HD Camcorder. Samsung's HMX-H204BN Full HD Camcorder features 1920 x 1080i and 1280 x 720p high def recording to a 16GB SSD (Solid State Drive) and to optional SD/SDHC memory cards. The H204's 1/4.1" CMOS
sensor works together with other key components of the camera to capture
that high quality video, as well as 4.7MP still photos, for long lasting
memories. And the H.264 video format ensures compatibility with various
editing software options, as well as easy upload to social networking
sites. Other important recording essentials on the H204 include the 37mm
wide-angle lens, 20x optical zoom, optical image stabilization, and the
2.7" swivel touch screen LCD display. When it comes to user-friendly
enhancements the camera steps it up with options like Time Lapse
Recording and Smart Auto for worry-free and oops-free memory making. |
 Samsung HMX-U20 Camcorder. The Samsung HMX-U20 Camcorder (Red) provides you with 1920 x 1080p high definition recording and 10MP still image capture. And whether you're capturing video or still images the U20 records to SD/SDHC memory cards. In addition to recording functions the camcorder also features an ergonomic design that lessens strain - from your wrist all the way to your back. This comfortable 7-degree shape allows for longer shooting and less fatigue.
The U20 has a 1/2.3" CMOS sensor at its heart that's helped along by 3x optical zoom, a 2" LCD display, and HDIS image stabilization. When it comes to sharing on the big screen the camera features a Component output for your HDTV and a Composite output for analog televisions. Animated Thumbnail, Time-Lapse Recording, and Intelli-Studio software all enhance your recording and sharing experience as well. Other important features include HMX-U20's compatibility with Windows and Mac, a built-in USB arm, and one touch upload to social networking sites.
$179.00. |
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