Which Are The Best Prosumer High Definition Camcorders Old And New, Sony Canon Panasonic.

[Hamlett]

I'm looking to buy a good prosumer high definition camcorder used/new my budget is $1,500/1,800I know my budget will not buy the best ,but I am on the look out for a good craigslist/Ebay deal.sony hdr fx1,fx7,hc1sony hvr hd1000u,v1u,z1uCanon xha1canon xlh1panasonic ag hvx200Thanks

[Vipponah]

You won't regret over Sony. The best of all brands when it comes to quality of everything. But based on the trusted CNET reviews, Canon XH A1 is the best camcorder but sorry, you need to add extra amount to your budget. It's priced now from $2,599.00 to $4,212.59. http://cbsnews.com.com/digital-camcorders/canon-xh-a1/4505-6500_7-31986886.html?tag=contentMain;contentBodyProduct summaryCNET Editors' ChoiceMay 07The goodThe good: Excellent video quality; extremely customizable; great lens and optical stabilizer; fast focus.The badThe bad: No 720p recording capability; coarse, low-resolution LCD.The bottom lineThe bottom line: Canon's XH A1 and XH G1 are excellent camcorders for entry-level professionals and independent filmmakers, with hard-to-beat prices for what they offer.Specifications: Video input type: Camcorder ; Optical zoom: 20 x ; Media type: Mini DV(HDV) See full specs from here:http://cbsnews.com.com/digital-camcorders/canon-xh-a1/4507-6500_7-31986886.html?tag=mncol;psumAre you a beginner, intermediate or pro user? Before you buy, you can take helpful tips from an expert from here:http://www.kelkoo.co.uk/co_3407-digital-camcorder-guide-digital-camcorder-buyers-guide.htmlChoosing a digital camcorderThere are a wide range of camcorders on the market with prices to match. To work out the best choice for you we have outlined three user types and suggested which type of camcorder might suit them best.BeginnerIf all you want to do is record things in the easiest way possible and then play them back, a basic digital camcorder with good automatic controls will allow you to point and shoot and achieve good results with the minimum of fuss. You can find models that will support these functions for under £250. These are likely to record on to mini-DV tapes, have an optical zoom at the lower end of the range(x10 to x20) and have a limited number of manual overrides. The image stabilisation feature on cheaper models can lead to less sharp pictures. 1. JVC GZ MG 330 From £190 to £310 2. Canon FS 11 From £285 to £314 3. Sony DCR SR 35 From £215 to £286IntermediateFor those who want to go a little further and edit their recordings using software on their PC should go for a model with a Firewire or equivalent connection. Swapping footage around, adding soundtracks and effects can enhance any basic recording. On models at this level, and costing between £300 and £600, you will find better features like x25 optical zoom, more manual options like manual focus override for shooting in lower light and larger, 4-inch LCD screens for easier shooting and reviewing. You will also find camcorders that will take good resolution still images. 1. Panasonic HDC SD9 From £332 to £499 2. JVC GZ MG 730 From £351 to £575 3. JVC GZ MG 465 From £308 to £474AdvancedAt the high-end price range, some digital camcorders are perfectly practical for budding filmmakers. You may need some talent to win an Oscar, but the features available on camcorders above £1,000 mean your efforts can at least look and sound similar to the professionals. At this level you may be looking at models with three CCDs(charged-coupled device), one for each of the primary colours, rather than the single CCD most camcorders have, and with some sophisticated electronics to overcome difficult lighting situations. Higher priced still are the very latest models which claim to be capable of playing back images on a high-definition set-up. 1. Sony HDR SR12 From £685 to £883 2. Canon HV-30 From £583 to £670 3. Canon VIXIA HF10 From £550 to £832And to be sure about what you'll be buying, you may ask the store person because they gather feedbacks from their own customers and you can ask from them about customer's opinions. That is what I always do when I buy something new. They will tell you honestly. Sources: OWN BRAND PREFERENCE. agmp26 61 months ago Please sign in to give a compliment. Please verify your account to give a compliment. Please sign in to send a message. Please verify your account to send a message.

[Pesach]

But based on the trusted CNET reviews, Canon XH A1 is the best camcorder but sorry, you need to add extra amount to your budget. It's priced now from $2,599.00 to $4,212.59. http://cbsnews.com.com/digital-camcorders/canon-xh-a1/4505-6500_7-31986886.html?tag=contentMain;contentBodyProduct summaryCNET Editors' ChoiceMay 07The goodThe good: Excellent video quality; extremely customizable; great lens and optical stabilizer; fast focus.The badThe bad: No 720p recording capability; coarse, low-resolution LCD.The bottom lineThe bottom line: Canon's XH A1 and XH G1 are excellent camcorders for entry-level professionals and independent filmmakers, with hard-to-beat prices for what they offer.Specifications: Video input type: Camcorder ; Optical zoom: 20 x ; Media type: Mini DV(HDV) See full specs from here:http://cbsnews.com.com/digital-camcorders/canon-xh-a1/4507-6500_7-31986886.html?tag=mncol;psumAre you a beginner, intermediate or pro user? Before you buy, you can take helpful tips from an expert from here:http://www.kelkoo.co.uk/co_3407-digital-camcorder-guide-digital-camcorder-buyers-guide.htmlChoosing a digital camcorderThere are a wide range of camcorders on the market with prices to match. To work out the best choice for you we have outlined three user types and suggested which type of camcorder might suit them best.BeginnerIf all you want to do is record things in the easiest way possible and then play them back, a basic digital camcorder with good automatic controls will allow you to point and shoot and achieve good results with the minimum of fuss. You can find models that will support these functions for under £250. These are likely to record on to mini-DV tapes, have an optical zoom at the lower end of the range(x10 to x20) and have a limited number of manual overrides. The image stabilisation feature on cheaper models can lead to less sharp pictures. 1. JVC GZ MG 330 From £190 to £310 2. Canon FS 11 From £285 to £314 3. Sony DCR SR 35 From £215 to £286IntermediateFor those who want to go a little further and edit their recordings using software on their PC should go for a model with a Firewire or equivalent connection. Swapping footage around, adding soundtracks and effects can enhance any basic recording. On models at this level, and costing between £300 and £600, you will find better features like x25 optical zoom, more manual options like manual focus override for shooting in lower light and larger, 4-inch LCD screens for easier shooting and reviewing. You will also find camcorders that will take good resolution still images. 1. Panasonic HDC SD9 From £332 to £499 2. JVC GZ MG 730 From £351 to £575 3. JVC GZ MG 465 From £308 to £474AdvancedAt the high-end price range, some digital camcorders are perfectly practical for budding filmmakers. You may need some talent to win an Oscar, but the features available on camcorders above £1,000 mean your efforts can at least look and sound similar to the professionals. At this level you may be looking at models with three CCDs(charged-coupled device), one for each of the primary colours, rather than the single CCD most camcorders have, and with some sophisticated electronics to overcome difficult lighting situations. Higher priced still are the very latest models which claim to be capable of playing back images on a high-definition set-up. 1. Sony HDR SR12 From £685 to £883 2. Canon HV-30 From £583 to £670 3. Canon VIXIA HF10 From £550 to £832And to be sure about what you'll be buying, you may ask the store person because they gather feedbacks from their own customers and you can ask from them about customer's opinions. That is what I always do when I buy something new. They will tell you honestly.