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Camcorders


It used to be that filmmaking was once an exclusive art form, reserved only for the rich and famous. But the inception of personal camcorder in the late-20th century changed everything. Today, everyone from soccer moms to indie filmmakers have the ability to create their own masterpieces.

Today's camcorders are unbelievably powerful when compared to their cost. It's not uncommon for a high-quality camcorder, packed with dazzling features, to cost less than a weekly paycheck.

Modern camcorders typically use Hi-8 or DV (Digital Video) tapes to record. Most of these camcorders can be directly connected to a computer, making it easy to download, edit, and burn the movie to DVD. Digital camcorders are becoming increasingly popular, which skip tape altogether, instead recording directly to an internal hard drive.

To learn more about camcorder types and extra information take a look at a few of the articles below.

Articles

All About Camcorders

Twenty years ago, the camcorder was a giant, unwieldy contraption that had to be balanced on the user's shoulder. It could barely be classified as portable and was a pricy investment. Camcorders have since become quite small as the technology developed.

Camcorder Terms

If you’re in the market for a camcorder, it’s important to understand the terms to help you understand what you’re getting. This article will brief you on some important camcorder terms that will help you get the most for your money.