Best Camcorders - SDHC Card Memory Card Type, 1 to * CCD Quantity, CMOS Image Sensor Type, High Definition Recording Format, 0 to 2 Hours Battery Life, true Digital Still Shot Mode
'The playback on the camera is easy enough to use, though I miss the touchscreen on my Handycam.'
'Another drawback: The camera lacks a built-in lens cover, relying instead on a snap-on cover that doesn't inspire security. '
'The Sanyo Xacti SH1 boasts a 23x optical zoom, which is above average for a Full HD camcorder; most high-definition cameras come with 15x zooms or lower. '
'Kodak's new Zi8 bucks the leader by addressing many of its predecessor's shortcomings, while systematically outdoing the competition on just about every feature.'
'It lacks the HF20's 32GB built-in memory, which means you're forced to use the SD card slot at all times (an 8GB SD card is included in the sales package). '
'Light.'
'by its unconventional tri-tone color scheme, complete with a lustrous sparkle paint coat.'
'Samsung’s SSD technology is more lightweight and compact, operates silently with very low heat emission, and features no moving parts, which significantly reduces overall power consumption and enhances reliability.'
'Poor low light performance'
'The new H-Series full-HD digital camcorders also utilize H.264 compression, which significantly increases recording time. '
'The lens is very similar to the HV30 with spectra coating (to reduce flare and ghosting), aspheric design, but adds a neutral density (ND) filter to improve performance in bright environments.'
'astonishing high definition detail and color reproduction'
'Unfortunately, the camcorder's instruction manual is very lacking in details and specifics, so certain features may take some actual hands-on experience before you figure them out completely. . '
'The built-in wide-angle lens is capable of 29.8-357.6mm (35mm conversion) focal distance with a nice aperture opening between F/1.8-3.4.'
'A built-in GPS receiver makes the HDR-XR350V an ideal choice for travelers.'