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The newest technology to hit the digital video market is
dvd camcorders. With the explosion of dvd
players and the cheap prices to buy them it was natural that
the big names such as Sony and Panasonic would come out with
a dvd compatible camcorder system.
The big advantage to these type of digital
video camcorders is that they record
video directly onto DVD-R or DVD-RW discs. You can then
watch the video on your home DVD player. DVD-recording
camcorders use a few different types of formats including,
DVD-R, DVD-RW, and DVD-RAM. Probably the best benefit to
these types of dv cameras include,
One of the benefits of a DVD camcorder is that it you can
edit scenes, add special effects and more directly from the
camcorder. You can do editing only if you are using DVD-RW
and DVD-RAM disks. You be aware however that not all dvd
player models have the ability to play DVD-RW
or DVD-RAM technology.
- instant access
to watch the video you capture
- cheapest way to record digital video
There are few cons to these video cameras such as the the
problem associated with editing dvd media. You can only edit
via the camcorder itself, its not compatible with computer
systems at this time, so adding special effects and other
video editing features isn't possible. The best reason to
get a digital video display camcorder is if you want to see
the video immediately.
- digital still image feature - look for a camcorder that
has a built-in digital still camera, as well as video capabilities.
You can take still images that are saved onto your DVD
disc and watch them on your home theater system.
- electronics image stabilizer - this feature is
designed to eliminate the shaky camcorder problem found
in many older models. With this feature you can record
video even if you're in a moving car.
- Canon DC10
- Sony DCR-DVD403
- Panasonic VDR-M75
- Hitachi DZ-MV780
- Hitachi DZ-MV550A
- Canon DC20
- Sony DCR-DVD92
- Hitachi DZ-MV730
- DZ-MV580A
- Samsung SC-X105L
- Sony DCR-DVD203 Handycam
- Panasonic SDR-S100
- Sony DCR-DVD7
- Sony DCR-DVD203
Before you run out and buy a full size or a hand held mini
dvd video camera you should read consumer reports and online reviews.
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