Camcorder Basics and Products
Everything you need to know about camcorders, plus product listings.
Where Is The 8mm/VHS Adapter?
The single most-asked question I receive is: "Where can I get an adapter to play my 8mm/HI8 or miniDV tapes in a VCR?" The answer is....
The single most-asked question I receive is: "Where can I get an adapter to play my 8mm/HI8 or miniDV tapes in a VCR?" The answer is....
Quick Tip - Playback and Transfer of Old 8mm and Hi8 Tapes
One of the most common questions I get is "How do I play and transfer my old 8mm or Hi8 video tapes to VHS or DVD if I don't have the camcorder any more?". Unfortunately the answer to this question is not as simple as just buying an adapter to enable your 8mm or Hi8 tapes to play in a standard VCR, as there is no such thing as an 8mm/VHS adapter. For more details on how to overcome this dilemma, check out my Quick Tip - Playback and Transfer of Old 8mm and Hi8 Tapes.
One of the most common questions I get is "How do I play and transfer my old 8mm or Hi8 video tapes to VHS or DVD if I don't have the camcorder any more?". Unfortunately the answer to this question is not as simple as just buying an adapter to enable your 8mm or Hi8 tapes to play in a standard VCR, as there is no such thing as an 8mm/VHS adapter. For more details on how to overcome this dilemma, check out my Quick Tip - Playback and Transfer of Old 8mm and Hi8 Tapes.
Sony HDR-HC1 HDV Camcorder - Sony HDR-HC1 Compact HDV (High Definition Video) Camcorder - Product Preview
Sony's HDR-HC1 HDV camcorder puts high definition video in the palm of your hand. Priced below $2,000, the picture quality, compact size, and extensive features of the Sony HDR-HC1 gives the consumer the ability to preserve memories in the highest quality possible, as well as giving novice "steven spielbergs" some basic tools to go out and shoot that landmark independent film without breaking the budget.
Sony's HDR-HC1 HDV camcorder puts high definition video in the palm of your hand. Priced below $2,000, the picture quality, compact size, and extensive features of the Sony HDR-HC1 gives the consumer the ability to preserve memories in the highest quality possible, as well as giving novice "steven spielbergs" some basic tools to go out and shoot that landmark independent film without breaking the budget.
MiniDV vs Digtial8 - A Basic Comparison Of Two Digital Camcorder Formats
I have received a lot of questions regarding the differences between MiniDV and Digital8 Camcorders. Here are some answers.
I have received a lot of questions regarding the differences between MiniDV and Digital8 Camcorders. Here are some answers.
Camcorder Formats - An Overview of Analog and Digital Camcorder Formats For Consumers
Which Camcorder format is right for you? Here is an overview of the Camcorder formats currently for the consumer.
Which Camcorder format is right for you? Here is an overview of the Camcorder formats currently for the consumer.
Buying A Camcorder - A Basic Introduction - Avoid Camcorder Shopping Mistakes
Here are some basic tips that will help you avoid making the wrong decision when purchasing a camcorder.
Here are some basic tips that will help you avoid making the wrong decision when purchasing a camcorder.
About.com - Camcorders
Check out everything you need to know about buying and using your camcorder; hosted by Emily Price, About.com Guide For Camcorders.
Check out everything you need to know about buying and using your camcorder; hosted by Emily Price, About.com Guide For Camcorders.
Camcorder Buying Guide - About.com Camcorders
Emily Price - About.com Guide for Camcorders, offers some great advice on how to shop for a camcorder.
Emily Price - About.com Guide for Camcorders, offers some great advice on how to shop for a camcorder.
Digital Camcorder Top Picks - About.com Camcorders
Emily Price, About.com Guide for Camcorders, presents her top digital camcorder picks.
Emily Price, About.com Guide for Camcorders, presents her top digital camcorder picks.
Video Shooting Tips - About.com Camcorders
You have a new camcorder but your videos are turing out lousy. Emily Price, About.com Guide for Camcorders has some great tips that will make your videos look great.
You have a new camcorder but your videos are turing out lousy. Emily Price, About.com Guide for Camcorders has some great tips that will make your videos look great.
Canon's DV Camcorders
The complete line and specifications of Canon's DV camcorder line. Including the 3-CCD XL-1 and GL-1.
The complete line and specifications of Canon's DV camcorder line. Including the 3-CCD XL-1 and GL-1.
Crutchfield Camcorder Info Page
One of the Nation's leading mail order retailers, Crutchfield provides some useful information on camcorders that may aid your buying decision.
One of the Nation's leading mail order retailers, Crutchfield provides some useful information on camcorders that may aid your buying decision.
Hitachi Camcorders
Hitachi's lineup of DVD and Blu-ray Disc camcorders.
Hitachi's lineup of DVD and Blu-ray Disc camcorders.
JVC Compact VHS camcorders
JVC's lineup of Compact VHS camcorders.
JVC's lineup of Compact VHS camcorders.
JVC Digital Camcorders
JVC's lineup of Digital Camcorders.
JVC's lineup of Digital Camcorders.
Kaya Optics
Add "X-Ray" vision to your Sony Nightshot or Panasonic Nightview camcorder. Complete explanation and photo samples of effectiveness.
Add "X-Ray" vision to your Sony Nightshot or Panasonic Nightview camcorder. Complete explanation and photo samples of effectiveness.
Lenmar Enterprises, Inc.
Looking for a replacement battery or charger for your old camcorder? Lenmar probably makes it!
Looking for a replacement battery or charger for your old camcorder? Lenmar probably makes it!
Panasonic Digital Palmcorders
Panasonic's lineup of MiniDV and DVD Camcorders. Includes photos and specs.
Panasonic's lineup of MiniDV and DVD Camcorders. Includes photos and specs.
Pro-Cam Electronics Camcorder Repair
Online Camcorder Repair -- Site includes shipping and repair estimate info.
Online Camcorder Repair -- Site includes shipping and repair estimate info.
Samsung Camcorders
The Samsung Camcorder page, with features and specs.
The Samsung Camcorder page, with features and specs.
Sharp Camcorders
The complete guide to Sharp's unique line of "viewcam" camcorders.
The complete guide to Sharp's unique line of "viewcam" camcorders.
Sony DVD Camcorder Page
DVD has finally come to the camcorder. Check out Sony's lineup of tapeless DVD camcorders.
DVD has finally come to the camcorder. Check out Sony's lineup of tapeless DVD camcorders.
Sony Hard Drive Camcorder Page
Sony's lineup of Hard Drive Digital Camcorders.
Sony's lineup of Hard Drive Digital Camcorders.
Sony's miniDV Camcorder page
Descriptions and specifications of all miniSony DV Camcorders.
Descriptions and specifications of all miniSony DV Camcorders.
SONY Hi8/8mm Camcorders
SONY's lineup of analog Hi8 and 8mm camcorders. Includes product photos and specs.
SONY's lineup of analog Hi8 and 8mm camcorders. Includes product photos and specs.
Tapeandmedia.com
Your camcorder won't work without tape, your miniDisc or CD recorder won't work without blank disks. Whatever blank recording media you need, Tapeandmedia.com has it.
Your camcorder won't work without tape, your miniDisc or CD recorder won't work without blank disks. Whatever blank recording media you need, Tapeandmedia.com has it.
Undersea Video Housings for Scuba Diving
Dive into the undersea video world. This site includes product information as well as tips on how to take good underwater video.
Dive into the undersea video world. This site includes product information as well as tips on how to take good underwater video.