Digital Camcorder Reviews

Videomaker Magazine's digital camcorder reviews include prices, technical specifications, strengths, weaknesses and a summary at the end of each camcorder review. At Videomaker we strive to help Videographers make the best buy on a digital camcorder. That's why we also publish articles on how to find the best digital camcorder and offer camcorder comparison charts to help you compare features and prices. Our camcorder buyer's guides offer breakdowns of prices and benefits of common and cutting-edge camcorder features.

Articles

Motorola Droid Smartphone Reviewed

January, 2010

by Charles Fulton

A truly remarkable wireless phone with revolutionary video capabilities.
2010 Guide to Finding the Best Small Digital Camera.

January, 2010

by Randy Hansen

How high quality? How does high definition video sound to you? As incredible as it seems, the higher price spectrum of the cameras can return true HD video.
Creative Vado HD Pocket Camcorder Reviewed

January, 2010

by Tom Cunningham

Although small in size, the Creative Vado is an easy grab-and-go camera. The buttons are easy to use, the battery life is long and it's fun shooting big HD…
Videomaker's 2009 Best Pocket Camcorder: Sony MHS-PM1 Webbie HD Pocket High Definition Camcorder Reviewed

November, 2009

by Edward B. Driscoll, Jr

A solid addition to the growing line-up of pocket Web-oriented HD camcorders.
Camcorder Review:Lumix DMC-GH1 DSLR Camera Kit

October, 2009

by Andrew Burke

The Lumix GH1 is fun to use and creates great HD video that rivals pro camcorders costing twice as much.
Videomaker's 2009 Best DSLR That Takes Video: Canon EOS 5D Mark II

July, 2009

by Brent Holland

Being able to shoot HD video with the Mark II SLR allows go from a Canon still camera to a Canon high definition camcorder with the flick of a switch.

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Free Streaming Videos

Reviews - Hitchaci DZ-HS300A

February, 2007

In our "Hands On" segment, Mark shows off a DVD-Hard Drive hybrid camcorder from Hitachi, the "DZ-HS300A".
Tips and Tricks - Business Opportunities in Event Videography

June, 2009

There are many opportunities in event videography in addition to wedding videos. Today videographers are getting jobs videotaping theatrical performances,…
Tips and Tricks - Make Money With On-Line Video Distribution

May, 2009

How to use on-demand DVD distribution to make money with video over the Internet.
Tips and Tricks - How to Win a Video Contest

May, 2009

Essential guidelines and tips to follow in order to win a video contest.
Tips and Tricks - How to Start a Wedding Video Business

May, 2009

Key things videographers should consider in order to succeed in the wedding video business.
Tips and Tricks - How to Select a tripod, microphone and camera for web video production.

February, 2009

Yes, you can use a web cam to produce a choppy online video with horrible sound, but you're likely to lose credibility in the first few seconds. You can get a…

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eDocs and eBooks

CMOS vs CCD Technology

November, 2009

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The great film directors know that they're really not in the business of photographing actors-they're in the business of recording light. In this eDoc, we will…

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