Basic Digital Video Cameras
Digital video camcorders are becoming affordable to everyone. The
range of models and prices by each of the main manufactures, is
widening the market for those who want action memories.
With the popularity of social networking media sites such as MySpace
and YouTube, the communication factor of video is indisputable.
Basic Video Camcorders
The lowest price camcorders are in the range of $250 on a MiniDV,
Digital8, or other type of digital camcorder. Although these affordable
models generally offer fewer features and smaller sensors than the
more expensive options, they provide sufficient capability for the
beginning video buff.
CNET Reviews on lower priced camcorders [under $500] include:
| Product |
CNET Editor Rating |
Price |
Summary |
Canon
Elura 100
 |
7.2
Very
good
Review date:
06/01/2006 |
$289-$380
|
Small Size
Big Zoom
Value Pricing
Not Good In Low Lighting
Specs: Camcorder, 0.88 megapixels, 20 x, Mini DV |
Sony
Handycam DCR-SR40
|
7.0
Very
good
Review date:
09/25/2006 |
$469-$600
|
Hard-Drive Value
Low megapixel stills.
Specs: Camcorder, 20 x |
JVC
GR-D650
|
6.8
Good
Review date:
06/13/2006 |
$290
|
Budget-priced
Good in bright and low light.
Specs: Camcorder, 15 x, Mini DV |
Canon
ZR700
|
6.8
Good
Review date:
04/26/2006 |
$240-$379
|
Entry-level value
Easy to use
Suitable for wide-screen movie making
Not good in low-light
Specs: Camcorder, 680,000 pixels, 25 x, Mini DV |
Canon
Elura 80
|
6.8
Good
Review date:
05/13/2005 |
$284-$349
|
Compact
Full-featured
Not Good in low-light
Specs: Camcorder, 18 x, Mini DV |
JVC
GR-DF550
|
6.6
Good
Review date:
03/23/2006 |
|
Midrange
Average feature set
Specs: Camcorder, 15 x, Mini DV |
Hitachi
DZ-GX3200A
|
6.6
Good
Review date:
07/13/2006 |
$425
|
Inexpensive video quality DVD camcorder.
Specs: Camcorder, 10 x, 3" DVD-R, 3" DVD+RW, 3" DVD-RW,
3" DVD-RAM |
Panasonic
PV-GS35
|
6.4
Good
Review date:
09/13/2005 |
$283
|
Low Price
E xtreme zoom range
Specs: Camcorder, 30 x, Mini DV |
Samsung
SC-D453
|
6.0
Good
Review date:
11/10/2005 |
$400
|
Compact bargain
Very poor indoor performance.
Specs: Camcorder, 10 x, Mini DV |
|
