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Recently Reviewed Camcorders
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$399.9416-May-2012Panasonic HC-V500M Camcorder Review
The Panasonic HC-V500M is a small, lightweight, budget camcorder that offers a lot for its $499 MSRP. Read full 5-part review
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04-May-2012Olympus OM-D E-M5 Digital Camera Review
Along with its retro design and weather-sealed body, the Olympus E-M5 features a robust movie mode that provides you with a variety of manual video controls and features. Read full 1-part review
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$549.9901-May-2012Sony Alpha NEX-C3 Digital Camera Review
The Alpha NEX-C3 is the cheapest of Sony's NEX interchangeable lens cameras. Read full 1-part review
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$749.0027-Apr-2012Canon Vixia HF M52 Camcorder Review
With excellent low light performance and a decent amount of manual controls, the Canon HF M52 is one of the best mid-range camcorders on the market. It does come with a steep $750 price tag, however, and the new features—which include WiFi capability and a new 720p MPEG-4 record mode—certainly aren't groundbreaking. Read full 5-part review
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$10,000.0019-Apr-2012Sony NEX-FS700 First Impressions Review
The Sony NEX-FS700 has a lot of things going for it. It can record slow-motion Full HD video at 120 or 240fps, or it can record up to 960fps at lower resolutions. Read full 9-part review
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$4,995.0018-Apr-2012Panasonic AG-AF100 First Impressions Review
The AG-AF100 is Panasonic's version of a compact, interchangeable lens camcorder with professional-grade controls and features. The camcorder uses the Micro Four Thirds sensor and lens mount system, which is the same system in place on Panasonic's line of Lumix interchangeable lens cameras. Read full 9-part review
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17-Apr-2012Canon EOS C500 First Impressions Review
Building on last year's C300 cameras, Canon's new EOS C500 and C500 PL digital cinema cameras are the company's first to offer 4K video recording. Read full 9-part review
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$5,695.0017-Apr-2012JVC GY-HM650 First Impressions Review
With its f/11 sensitivity and three 1/3-inch CMOS sensors, the JVC GY-HM650 is certainly an intriguing camcorder for professional news gatherers. It's JVC's incorporation of dual HD codecs, a variety of file format options, and the inclusion of built-in FTP and WiFi connectivity that takes the GY-HM650 to the next level. Read full 9-part review
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$279.0005-Apr-2012Panasonic HX-WA2 Camcorder Review
Panasonic is bringing back the "pistol grip" style camcorder with its new waterproof HX-WA2 camcorder. Read full 5-part review
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$1,349.9930-Mar-2012Sony Alpha NEX-7 Digital Camera Review
The new Alpha NEX-7 is one of the best interchangeable lens cameras we've ever tested. It captured sharp video in all of our tests, handled motion extremely well, and, to top it all off, Sony fits this impressive video performance into a compact package. Read full 1-part review
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$949.9908-Mar-2012Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 Digital Camera Review
The Panasonic GX1 can record Full HD 1080p video and has a variety of manual controls in movie mode, but it features no new video functions that Panasonic didn't already include on previous Lumix interchangeable lens cameras. Read full 1-part review
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$999.0007-Mar-2012Panasonic HC-X900M Camcorder Review
The HC-X900M is the replacement for last year's HDC-TM900 flagship HD camcorder from Panasonic, but if you're looking for hot new features or exciting updates then you should prepare to be disappointed. Other than a few design alterations and some slight tweaks to the lens and sensor, the HC-X900 is identical to its predecessor. Read full 5-part review
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$699.9917-Feb-2012Sony Alpha NEX-5N Digital Camera Review
The Sony NEX-5N may not look much different than its predecessor, the NEX-5, but it comes loaded with a brand new image sensor and processor, which gives the camera a huge boost in video performance and capability. Read full 1-part review
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$549.0009-Feb-2012Canon Vixia HF R32 First Impressions Review
With an expected price tag of around $550, the HF R32 is the most expensive of Canon's entry-level Vixia camcorders. The model includes a variety of improvements over its predecessor, the HF R21, including increased optical zoom capability, a more compact design, and built-in WiFi. Read full 9-part review
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$299.0004-Feb-2012GoPro HD Hero2 Camcorder Review
The GoPro HD Hero2 is part of a new class of camcorders that is still searching for a definitive name. Some call them "hands-free" or "mountable" camcorders, while others prefer the terms "wearable" or "adventure-cams". Read full 5-part review
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$749.0019-Jan-2012
Canon Vixia HF M52 First Impressions Review
At this year's CES we got our first hands-on impressions of the Canon Vixia HF M52. This camcorder has some new and improved features over its predecessor, the M41, including WiFi connectivity, audio scene modes, and MP4 video recording. Read full 10-part review
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$279.0018-Jan-2012
Panasonic HX-WA2 First Impressions Review
Working from the exact same body as the aging Sanyo HD2000, Panasonic's pistol-gripped HX-WA2 gives the old girl a new paint job, a new sensor, and a layer of waterproofing. Read full 10-part review
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$1,500.0018-Jan-2012Sony Handycam HDR-TD20V First Impressions Review
The HDR-TD20V is Sony's second attempt at making a 3D Handycam. Read full 10-part review
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$899.9517-Jan-2012JVC Everio GZ-GX1 First Impressions Review
The Everio GZ-GX1 is JVC's new flagship camcorder that offers Full HD 60p recording, a 3.5-inch touchscreen, and WiFi capability. Read full 10-part review
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Latest Camcorder News
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03-Apr-2012Sony Launches New Professional NXCAM Camcorders
With the National Association of Broadcasters convention coming to Las Vegas later this month, Sony went ahead and announced two new camcorders directed for the professional market: the interchangeable lens model NEX-FS700U and the ultra-portable HXR-NX30U. Read More...
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12-Mar-2012Canon EOS 5D Mark III Video Features
Our page dedicated to all things video with the Canon 5D Mark III. Plenty of sample video, control overviews, and our first impressions of the new recording features and options. Read More...
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10-Jan-2012CamcorderInfo appearing on Panasonic's Live @ CES Broadcast
Hey CamcorderInfo fans! Today at 3:15pm PST (6:15pm EST), I'll be appearing on Panasonic's Live @ CES broadcast with Panasonic camcorder product manager, Chris Rice. Read More...
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10-Jan-2012JVC Announces Flagship Everio GZ-GX1 Camcorder at CES
JVC has unveiled the GZ-GX1 camcorder, an attractive machine that is built around its specially-designed 29.5mm lens, and a 1/2.3-inch, 10-megapixel Back-Illuminated CMOS sensor. Read More...
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10-Jan-2012JVC Announces New Mid-range HD Camcorders at CES: the GZ-VX700 and GZ-V500
he GZ-V series is an oddly-shaped handheld camcorder with a casing that's built like it came off of a military aircraft assembly line. Read More...
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09-Jan-2012Sony announces Bloggie Sport and Bloggie Live pocket camcorders
Sony introduced two brand new Bloggie-series video cameras today at CES 2012, including a ruggedized model, a first for the Bloggie line. Read More...
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09-Jan-2012Sony reveals Spring Handycam lineup, including HDR-CX760V, XR260V, and CX190
Sony has unveiled what appears to be their entire imaging lineup for 2012, including 13 new Handycam-class camcorders. Of them, 7 models are traditional camcorders, in the sense that they support neither 3D capture nor light projector playback. Read More...
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09-Jan-2012Sony announces new projector Handycams, including HDR-PJ760V
Sony has unveiled five new high-end camcorders, all equipped with built-in light projectors for video playback on any smooth surface. Prices will range from $1600 to a relatively affordable $440 model. Read More...
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09-Jan-2012Sony introduces HDR-TD20V Handycam, new 3D flagship
Sony announced their latest high-end 3D camcorder today at CES 2012. The HDR-TD20V Handycam replaces the TD10 as the company’s most full-featured and most expensive 3D video camera. Read More...
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09-Jan-2012Panasonic launches HC-X900 flagship prosumer camcorder
Panasonic's latest 3MOS video camera adds additional 3D capability and in-camera 1080/60p down-conversion. Read More...
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09-Jan-2012Panasonic adds three full HD camcorders to 2012 lineup
New V series brings updated sensor, improved stabilization, and extra 3D features to the consumer range. Read More...
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09-Jan-2012Panasonic announces waterproof WA2 and ultrazoom V10 camcorders
Two budget-friendly camcorders add big features to stay ahead of the market. Read More...
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09-Jan-2012Samsung unveils three new camcorders, including WiFi-packing QF20
Samsung has announced three new camcorders today, the mid-range Q20, the WiFi-enabled QF20, along with the entry-level F80. Read more to find out about these new products for 2012. Read More...
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09-Jan-2012Samsung shows off newest waterproof pocket camcorders at CES—the HMX-W300 and W350
Samsung unveiled the successor to last year's excellent HMX-W200 waterproof camcorder with the release of two new waterproof models at CES 2012. Read More...
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09-Jan-2012Canon refreshes mid-range Vixia line with new HF M52, M50, and M500 camcorders
Canon announced today the release of three new Vixia HF M-series camcorders for 2012, with the HF M500, M50, and M52 models. The M50 and M52 will come packed with WiFi functionality, with Canon touting sensor improvements across the line. Read More...
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09-Jan-2012Canon brings WiFi to entry-level with Vixia camcorders: the HF R32 and HF R30
Canon has announced today the introduction of three entry-level R-series Vixia camcorders, the HF R300, R32, and R30. All three models feature touchscreen control while the R30 and R32 feature built-in WiFi and memory. Read More...
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09-Jan-2012No new flagship camcorder for Canon at CES
The Canon HF G10 will remain Canon's flagship Vixia camcorder for 2012, and the company is not announcing any new top-line consumer camcorders this year at CES. Read More...
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09-Jan-2012Kodak announces new still and video cameras
Kodak is unveiling two new cameras today, adding a model to both the EasyShare and PlayFull lineups. While certainly not the “reboot” we were hoping for from this company, the two units are at least pretty cool in their own right. Read More...
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21-Nov-20112011 Black Friday Camcorder Buying Guide
A down year for black Friday camcorder deals? Nonsense! We've dug up some great deals on camcorders on the busiest shopping day of the year. Even better? The best deals we've found are available right now, so hurry up and check them out before they're gone. Read More...
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An Introduction to High Definition Video.
Understand what’s going on in the world of HD camcorders so you can make sense of it all and make an informed decision on your next purchase. Read More...
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CamcorderInfo.com 2010 Selects Awards
Our awards for the best camcorders in 2010. Read More...
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The Student Filmmaker's Buying Guide To Consumer Camcorders
For the student filmmaker, finding the right camcorder can be a very arduous task. This article goes through the best consumer camcorders on the market for the student filmmaker, and all of these models can be found for $1500 or less. Read More...
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Video Editing Software For Your Camcorder
Most consumer camcorders come with some kind of editing program, but the quality of this provided software can range drastically. This article offers an overview and critique for these editing programs. Read More...
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