There are a confusing array of camcorders on the market today. Knowing which one to buy can be difficult. Often people buy more camcorder than they need -- spending over $1,000 on a camcorder for web videos -- where a $200 camcorder would work fine for the same task.
I currently recommend the Canon ZR800 camcorder, which sells for under $200 from BH Photo Video in New York. This mini-DV camcorder has a microphone input jack, which some of the other Canon ZR series camcorders do not have.
The best web site for camcorder reviews is Camcorderinfo.com
I recommend steering clear of any camcorders that use mini-DVD disks for recording video. DVD is a fine distribution method for video, but a poor acquisition medium.
About Me
- Phil Shapiro
- I'm a geek and musician in the Washington DC-area. I love open source software, ukuleles, creating YouTube videos, teaching people things, play, boosting personal autonomy, community building, self-directed learning, libraries, storytelling, math, the maker movement, edcamps, the great indoors, barns, dance, poetry, entrepreneurship, mnemonics, and I forget the rest.