Best HD Camcorder Reviews 2011

July 6, 2011

Kodak PlayFull Camcorder Review 2011

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Kodak PlayFull Camcorder Review 2011

Kodak has introduced a very small HD camcorder, the Kodak Playful Camcorder. For its price and size, the Kodak Playful contains features that could compare with the bigger and more expensive camcorders. With Kodak Playful you get a 5MP CMOS sensor; a 1.5 inch LCD screen; a 4x digital zoom; an SD/SDHC memory card up to 32 GB,;128 MB internal memory; auto white balance; three different modes 1080p @30fps, 720p @ 60 fps and 720p HD @ 30 fps; two macro and normal focus modes; and the new Kodak EasyShare software.

The Kodak Playfull is a stripped down compared to the other mini camcorder lineups of Kodak such as the Kodak PlaySport and Kodak PlayTouch but it still provides full HD resolution recordings and 5 mega pixel photo stills; electronic image stabilization; a 70’s film look of black and white, sepia, high saturation image capture; still photo image from a video frame and an on camera clip trimming.

The Kodak Playfull is so tiny and very light, making it a very handy camcorder. But to get it this tiny, Kodak has to use a very small LCD screen that is quite good but makes shooting and playback rather uncomfortable and requires a lot of straining to see. It shoots rapidly and can take 5 mega pixel photos that are appropriate for Internet use and small prints but clipped highlights with the video recording is a little problematic.

In a Kodak Playful, using the 1080@ 30fps is ideal to use when the subject is stationary because the scenes will look very high-definition. Color and exposure are good on a Kodak Playfull and low-light recording is a bit noisy but quite good without losing a lot of details. Unfortunately a Kodak Playful cannot take a close-up shoot since it is not equipped with macro focus or autofocus. The subject has to be 3.3 feet from the fixed-focus lens to get a good shot. In spite of the shortcomings, the Kodak Playfull is still a great buy for a camcorder.

July 2, 2011

Canon VIXIA HF R200 Full HD Camcorder Review

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Canon VIXIA HF R200 Full HD Camcorder Review

The Canon VIXIA HF R200 camcorder is the ideal choice for people who prefer high performance, ease of use and good value for their money. It records sharp high-definition video directly to 2 SDXC compatible memory card slots and its relay recording automatically swaps video recording from one SD memory card to the 2nd memory card when the 1st is full.

The high-definition quality recording from a VIXIA HF R 200 compliments a neophyte and at the same time meets the expert’s expectation. The authentic Canon HD video lens with 28 x advanced zoom, and the Dynamic IS system that supplies continuous tuning throughout the whole zoom range to adjust a wider range of motion work in tandem with the 3.2 MP full HD CMOS image sensor to deliver remarkable high-definition video demanded by HDTV. The HD CMOS image sensor also provides clear and crisp images under low light condition while capturing videos at 1920 x 1080 resolutions with extraordinary detail.

The smart auto mode of VIXIA HF R 200 uses the power of Canon’s DIGIC DV III image processor to perceive and evaluate brightness, faces, color, movement and distance and automatically picks the best background for the scene. This amazing camcorder also has a face detection technology that tracks down 35 faces automatically to ensure natural and precise exposure as well as sharp-edged focus.

Other outstanding features of the Canon VIXIA HF R 200 are the advanced Video Snapshot that allows the recording of short video clips and mix in favorite background music; built-in 3MP digital camera to capture still photos; Eye-Fi SD memory card to make it possible to transfer photo and video wirelessly to a computer, or upload them straight to online sharing sites such as YouTube, Facebook, Flickr and Shutterfly; a 24 p cinema mode that enables movie making hopefuls to pull off a professional “movie look”.

June 30, 2011

Aiptek 3D-HD Camcorder Review

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Aiptek 3D-HD Camcorder Review

The Aiptek 3D-HD is a high definition 3D camcorder that can record spectacular video and still photo images in 3D. It features a dual5 MP HD sensors that allows the capturing of high –definition videos and still photos that can be viewed in most brands of 3D television. Playbacks and instant viewing is also possible on the built-in LCD where you don’t need the polarized glasses. The 5MP dual sensors can capture 2 different view positions at the same time, each footage has 640 x 720 p resolution. When the two images intersect or overlap they form a 3d effect that comes to an estimated 1280 x 720p HD resolution.

An Aiptek 3D-HD is one 3D Camcorder that is very easy to operate. All it takes is one button to record videos in 3D, another button to capture still images and another button to view and play back the photos and videos. With a Parallax Barrier technology the 2.4 –inch LCD preview screen of the Aiptek 3D-HD allows for a 3D viewing without using any special blue and red glasses. Footages in 3D can be viewed live or played back on the LCD screen instantly. In addition, the sleek and compact size of the Aiptek 3D-HD, measuring only 4.6 x 2.8 x 0.9 inches is quite handy and easy to carry in your pocket or bag. Its ergonomic design is a perfect fit for the palm of your hand for a trouble-free and easy handling.

The Aiptek 3D-HD takes videos and stills in the MP4 format, a software that is compatible with most 3D HDTVs. With the Active shutter 3D technology of this amazing camcorder it is easy to capture, playback or edit the footages in you PCs or laptops if they are equipped with an NVIDIA 3D Vision technology. Included software also allows you to share the videos with friends and family via YouTube with the click of a button since YouTube allows 3D video playback at 720p.

June 24, 2011

RCA EZ209HD Small Wonder HD Camcorder Review

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RCA EZ209HD Small Wonder HD Camcorder Review

The RCA EZ209HD is billed as the small wonder high-definition camcorder. With the RCA EZ209HD it is easier to save and share memorable moments. Aiming and recording without the confusion of numerous buttons to press is what the RCA EZ209’s simple point-and-shoot feature offers the users. Its compact and slim design allows a user to carry it in their purse or pocket.

This small wonder can capture1280 x 720 video at 30 fps or 848 x 480 at 60 fps when in sports mode that can be saved in a 256MB internal memory . With a Micro SD card slot extension it can extend the memory up to 16GB. A 16GB card is able to record up to 8 hours HD footages, 19 hours of high quality sports mode recording and 49 hours of WebQ mode recording. Still photos of 3200 x 2400 can also be shot while recording is going on. This ostensibly basic feature of being able to shoot still pictures at a very functional resolution makes the RCA EZ209HD a considerably more adaptable camcorder than the other products in the market.

The RCA EZ209HD is not equipped with an optical zoom but there is a 3x digital zoom if and when it is absolutely needed and a close-up/landscape mode. Under sufficient natural light video and still images are great, colors are vivid and images are clear and crisp. Recording and shooting indoors when it is well-lit is also good but not in dark and dim places such as a bar or a concert.
Videos can be viewed on the big 2-inch color display of the RCA EZ209HD. After recording, this small wonder can be connected to a TV with an HDMI or AV cable for easy viewing. It is also easy and hassle-free to share video and photos directly to YouTube and download footages to a computer via the USB arm.

June 17, 2011

Vado HD Pocket Video Camcorder Review 2011

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Vado HD Pocket Video Camcorder Review

The Vado HD Pocket Video Camcorder is lightweight and thin enough to fit the palm of your hand or your pocket. But this tiny thing is capable of taking video footages in 720p high-definition quality in an easy trouble –free way, only by a touch of a button. You can capture the most momentous events of your life – that perfect lay-up that earned you the Most Valuable Player (MVP) award, a breathtakingly beautiful sunset, or your best friend’s wedding, share it on line and conserve it for a lifetime with Vado HD Pocket Video Camcorder.

This tiny but powerful camcorder is the only pocket video camcorder that feature a real High Definition Multi Media Interface (HDMI) connectivity. The Vado HD Pocket Video Camcorder has HDMI and RCA connection for an excellent viewing experience of your recorded footages on an HDTV. It also has built-in software that allows sharing videos on line and posting videos to You Tube, Box. net or Photobucket.
With a wide-angle lens you can shoot more action and broader scenes in your Vado HD Pocket Video Camcorder. This wide –angle lens generates clearer and sharper images that can produce professional looking video footages. The Vado HD also works very well even when the environment is dim. The large 2-inch anti-glare screen of the Vado HD Pocket Video Camcorder allows you to get the perfect shot, examine clips on screen and delete the clips that you don’t like and keep those that you like.

Creative’s Vado HD Pocket Video Camcorder can record 720p high –definition video footages for up to two hours or four hours with a VGA resolution. It has 8GB of video storage capacity, capable of two hours recording and playback and up to 8 hours of recording time at 30 fps. It has 512 MB of memory, USB port and 500 MB free hard disc space and 16 MB of Video Memory or above. Vado HD Pocket Video Camcorder also has a built-in program for simple video editing and sharing and is compatible with Windows XP, Vista, Intel Pentium III or higher.

Flip SlideHD Video Camera Review

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Flip SlideHD Video Camera Review

Cisco claims that the Flip Slide HD is the “world’s best shoot and show video camera.” It’s most outstanding feature is a wide 3” touch screen that slides out and pops out for instantaneous playbacks that makes a Flip Slide HD works both as a camera and a portable theater of amazingly high definition video. The Flip Slide HD records remarkable 30fps HD video at 1280 x 720 and is equipped with 2 x digital zoom and a memory up to 16GB.

The Flip SlideHD can shoot up to 4 hours of remarkable HD video and store up to 12 hours of photos and videos in Space Saver format with the use of a built-in FlipShare software allowing a user to take their favorite footages wherever they go. The same FlipShare software is also responsible for organizing and editing video footages, capturing still photos, creating videos and sharing the photos and video footages to Twitter, Facebook and YouTube. By connecting the built-in USB arm to a Mac or PC the FlipShare software is automatically launched. Videos can also be viewed on HDTVs by connecting the Flip Slide HD to the TV with the Flip Video Cable HDMI, an item that is sold separately. The Flip Slide HD also records high-quality videos that are compatible with almost all video-playing applications such as Quick Time Player, Windows Media Player, and iTunes.

With the Flip SlideHD it is easy to capture high-quality HD video anywhere anytime. When the big red button on the Flip Slide HD’s wide touch screen is pressed it starts recording clear HD video. It also has a “Child Safe” mode to avert any accidental deletion of clips or footages. Its silent mode allows recording in sensitive situations and has a Lithium-Ion battery that is rechargeable by simply connecting the Slide HD’s USB arm to a computer.

June 16, 2011

Contour 1500 Contour Plus Camera Review

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Contour 1500 Contour Plus Camera Review

Contour + is the first hands-free camera that can capture the action as well as the story with focus, depth and clarity with its live streaming video from an HDMI and exterior transmitter. This generates a direct link to film shoots, events reporting and competition runs that provides an interior window while the action is ongoing. No other hands-free camera can make this assertion.

Contour + records beautiful 1080p video using a 170⁰ wide-angle revolving lens that produces a genuine high quality image by assimilating the side-lines and backgrounds that get trimmed with a limited focus while capturing all the actions with negligible distortion and fisheye effect.
The Contour + has a Bluetooth, a pre-installed Connect view chip and a mobile app to convert your iPhone or iPod into a wireless preview display to arrange your shots and alter your settings before actual recording. The HDMI of Contour + allows for shot arrangement and video playback on a laptop or widescreen straight from the SD card.

It is also the first HD camera with an external 2.5mm microphone jack to permit recording of audio over the video from an exterior source. This capability allows capturing conversations, interviews and discourses adding a notable quality to the story or segment.
The Contour + is equipped with a removable micro SD card that stores all footages that is compatible with cards up to 32 GB. This allows an easy switch to a new card once the 1st card is filled to capacity.

The strong, water-resistant aluminum shell of a Contour+ prevents it from being damaged under extreme situations from mud-covered trails to furious storms. For water sports such as diving and snorkeling, the Contour + can be encased in a waterproof case that will keep it dry up to 60 meters deep.

Contour + is also equipped with gear, custom body and vehicle mounts that makes dialing in a perfect angle to record unique footages for the full range of \sports from skiing and shooting, to high-powered motorized hobbies.

June 8, 2011

Samsung SMX-F40 HD Camcorder Review 2011

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Samsung SMX-F40 HD Camcorder Review

The Samsung SMX-F40 BN/XAA Digital Memory Camcorder provides an amazing high-resolution video clips and still photos and at the same time allows you to share the digital encounter with your friends. It’s astonishing 65xintelli-Zoom feature enables a Samsung SMX-F40 to bring far-off images into close focus enabling the user to zoom nearer to the subject from a distance. The 1/6” CCD Sensor, the extra-large sensor of a Samsung SMX-F40 improves image quality setting it apart from other camcorders with its higher-quality footages.

The Samsung SMX –F40 has over 4 hours and 20 minutes of battery life because of Samsung’s 8th generation DPS solution that provides improved energy efficiency and superior power management. This ensures a longer shooting and sharing time. While the built-in Plug & Play PC software called the intelli-Studio 2.0 of Samsung SMX-F40 allows a user to watch, edit and upload the videos and photos to the web using any type of PC without any software CD.

Providing flexibility and autonomy to users of Samsung SMX-F40 is its convenient USB charging. By just connecting the Samsung SMX-F40 to any PC with its USB cable, it will start recharging giving the user a more mobile lifestyle. Another feature of a Samsung SMX-F40 is its Time-Lapse recording that captures frames at stipulated intervals, and then organizes them in chronological order to generate a video that compresses it to a shorter video. Samsung SMX-F40 thumbnails are interactive for the user’s convenience, giving them the ability to view the entire file content without entering into full playback mode.

The market of budget camcorder just got a new challenger- the Samsung SMX-F40. This neat and trim all-digital camcorder films standard definition video to SD memory cards. What differentiates it from most of the other inexpensive cameras is its 65xzoom and Schneider-Kreuznach lens.

June 7, 2011

Sony Bloggie Touch MHS-TS20K HD Camcorder Review 2011

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Sony Bloggie Touch MHS-TS20K HD Camcorder Review

With a Sony Bloggie Touch MHS-TS20K it is very easy to take fantastic full HD 1920×1080 video and 12.8 megapixel still photos. This new offering of Sony is a big improvement from the earlier Bloggie models. The Sony Bloggie Touch allows a user to take still photos without interrupting its video recording and it is easy to use to boot, with its point and shoot quality. Its slim rounded clean line is dominated by a sharp 7.6 cm LCD touch screen that allows for a bright view of both still photos and video clips.

The Sony Bloggie Touch is equipped with an Exmor CMOS sensor that makes it possible to capture vivid Full HD video clips as well as clear and sharp stills. The quality of the shoot is further improved by the clear high quality lens that has an F2.8 utmost opening for vivid, low-noise footages even when used indoors or on cloudy days.

Another feature of a Sony Bloggie Touch that makes it fun to use is its flexible autofocus lens with not only a wide angle function but also an auto macro capability that allows for a sharp focus on subjects as near as 10cm away. This amazing Sony Bloggie Touch records remarkable 360⁰ panoramic shots with the use of a supplied lens adaptor which is twice the resolutions provided by earlier Bloggie models. The Sonny Bloggie touch also has an 8GB internal memory that allows for an almost 4 hours shooting time of HD 1280 x 720/30p video clips.

Sharing video clips and photos on the web is also a snap with a Sony Bloggie Touch. It connects directly to any PC with its USB appendage that is also used to charge the camera’s battery, and its built-in sharing software starts automatically. A built –in Sony Bloggie Touch software also allows a trouble-free uploads to Personal space, Sony’s brand-new ion line service for sharing content securely and safely. By simply inviting members of your sharing group via email to link to your Personal Space, your uploaded pictures will be viewed by them without the necessity of sending big file attachments.

June 4, 2011

Panasonic TA-1 Ultra Thin HD Pocket Camcorder 2011 Review

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Panasonic TA-1 Ultra-Thin HD Pocket Camcorder 2011 Review

The Panasonic TA 1 Ultrathin HD Pocket Camcorder is one good thing that comes in a small package. It is very simply designed to ensure a trouble-free and easy usage. Each button of the Panasonic TA 1 Ultrathin HD Pocket Camcorder has a single purpose which makes it a real joy to use. It can record a high definition 1080p video and shoot 8 megapixel still images with a click of a button. The Panasonic TA 1 Ultrathin HD Pocket Camcorder also has a LED light that provides illumination when recording in low-light conditions and generate color effects. The LED light makes shooting indoors or outdoors a breeze and take sharp pictures either at night or under the glare of the sun.

The Panasonic TA 1 Ultrathin HD Pocket Camcorder also functions as a web camera while communicating via Skype on a PC. It is compatible with Windows operating systems making it easy to upload and share video footages on social networking sites such as YouTube and Facebook instantly. The Panasonic TA 1 also enables MAC users to edit video footages in Apple iMovie and other compatible software because it records movies with the use of the iFrame technology. Thanks to an embedded HD Write PE 1.0 application, all these are made possible. With its Electronic Image Stabilization feature, image distortion and vague impressions, a common failing of compact cameras, are immediately corrected. The Panasonic TA 1 is also able to capture far-off subjects and scenes because of a digital 4X Zoom.

Charging a Panasonic TA 1 is also uncomplicated; all it needs is to plug its USB terminal into a MAC or a PC, enabling the user to take it anywhere they want. And because it is tripod mountable, a Panasonic TA1 is ready to record those important moments of your life. It comes in three colors; grey, red and purple. And to top it all, a Panasonic TA1 is very affordable.

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