Reviews, Articles, Ratings, Comparisons and Forumsen-usTue, 09 Feb 2010 09:18:46 ESTTue, 09 Feb 2010 09:18:46 ESThttp://www.camcorderinfo.comhttp://www.camcorderinfo.com/content/Kodak-Zi8-Camcorder-Review-Photo-Gallery.htmThe Kodak Zi8 ($199 MSRP) is an ultracompact camcorder with some impressive specs: Full 1920 x 1080 HD recording, a 5 megapixel still image capability, and a 3.5mm external microphone jack. Even with these strong specs, however, we found the camcorder to be more of a disappointment than anything else. http://www.camcorderinfo.com/content/Kodak-Zi8-Camcorder-Review-37640.htmThe Samsung HMX-R10 has one of the most unusual designs we've come across. The compact camcorder features a tilted lens, pointing upwards, so you can hold the camcorder more comfortably.  It also boasts a 1/2,33-inch CMOS sensor, shoots in full HD at 1080/50i and takes 9 Megapixel stills--the same as the GZ-X900--and records to SD and SDHC memory cards. It is also one of the best dual camcorders we have tested in 2009, and for £350 a nice and affordable mid-range camcorder. http://www.camcorderinfo.com/content/Samsung-HMX-R10-Camcorder-Review-36864.htmFebruary 2, 2010 andndash; Canon announced today the development of a new MPEG-2 Full HD recording codec. The codec uses 4:2:2 color sampling and it is expected to be implemented on yet unannounced file-based professional camcorders from Canon. The new codec will be capable of 50Mbps bitrate recording, can capture full 1920 x 1080 HD video, and offers two times the color data of the HDV compression system.http://www.camcorderinfo.com/content/Canon-Announces-New-MPEG-2-Professional-Video-Recording-Codec-37621.htmFebruary 2, 2010 andndash; Today, JVC announced one more addition to its high definition camcorder lineup: the Everio GZ-HM340. The HM340 is now the top-of-the-line offering for mid-range flash memory camcorders at JVC. It joins the GZ-HM300 and GZ-HM320, announced last month at CES. The HM340 has 16GB of built-in flash memory and will be available later this month for an MSRP of $499.95.http://www.camcorderinfo.com/content/JVC-Makes-a-Surprise-Addition-to-Its-HD-Everio-Lineup--The-GZ-HM340-37637.htmThe Vixia HF S21 ($1399 MSRP) is the new-and-improved flagship camcorder from Canon. With 64GB of internal flash memory, two SD/SDHC memory card slots, and a brand new touchscreen LCD, Canon appears to have put in quite an effort in revamping last year\'s HF S11.http://www.camcorderinfo.com/content/Canon-Vixia-HF-S21-Camcorder-Review-37609.htmhttp://www.camcorderinfo.com/content/Canon-HF-S21-Camcorder-Review-Photo-Gallery.htmhttp://www.camcorderinfo.com/content/Video-Editing-Software-For-Your-Camcorder-37563.htmThe Panasonic SDR-S26 ($269 MSRP) is a standard definition camcorder with a killer 70x optical zoom lens--the longest optical zoom in the consumer marketplace. Unfortunately, the camcorder\'s video performance and handling leaves a lot to be desired, although it does offer an impressive amount of manual controls.http://www.camcorderinfo.com/content/Panasonic-SDR-S26-Camcorder-Review-37414.htmThe Kodak Playsport Zx3 represents a big upgrade over last year\'s Zx1 from Kodak, and it also poses a significant threat to the ultracompact camcorder market currently dominated by the Flip. The Zx3 offers Full 1920 x 1080 HD video, 5-megapixel still image capability, HDMI-output, and an SD/SDHC card slot--oh yeah, it\'s also waterproof (up to 3 meters).http://www.camcorderinfo.com/content/Kodak-Playsport-Zx3-First-Impressions-Camcorder-Review-37514.htm