Digital Camcorder Reviews and Techniques

Looking for a new camcorder? This is the place to see what's available and how much it will cost.

At Videomaker we test and write about new video camera technologies and features as they are introduced. The articles in this section show you how to use those new features, and how to find a camcorder that best fits your budget and video production goals.

Most Recent Camcorder Reviews

Since we do not sell camcorders, our editors test and tell the full story without playing favorites. Here you will find prices, technical specifications, strengths, weaknesses and a summary at the end of each camcorder review for the most recent camcorders reviewed in our magazine.

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Panasonic AG-HMC70 AVCHD PRO CAMCORDER Shoulder Mount at a Reasonable Price
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Canon Vixia HF10 Camcorder Canon in HD
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JVC Everio GZ-MG330 Hybrid Camcorder JVC's Budget Solution
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Sanyo Xacti VPC-HD1000 Camcorder Set Phasers to HD
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Canon HR10 DVD Camcorder HD In a Small Can
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Sony PMW-EX1 XDCAM Camcorder Solid State Performer
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JVC GZ-HD3 Everio Hard Drive and Memory Card Hybrid Camcorder A Little Something for Everio-one
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Sony Handycam HDR-CX7 AVCHD Camcorder Tapeless Entertainment
Blu-ray Disc Camcorder Review: Hitachi Hybrid DZ-BD7HA The Hitachi DZ-BD7HA compact blu-ray disc hybrid camcorder is a convenient high-definition camcorder with a longevity pending the end of a format war.
Camcorder Review: Canon HG10 AVCHD Hard Drive'n Canon

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Camcorder Techniques

These articles include the basics on how to use a camcorder as well as tutorials on advanced camcorder techniques.

Basic Training
35mm Lens Adaptors for Video Why on earth would you want to put a 35mm camera lens on your video camera? It's already got a perfectly good lens on it. One word - bokeh.
Viewfinder Video Sharing Surprise
Director's Chair: Back to Film School Watching films is a classroom in itself, yet you really have to have the right tools to become a critical viewer.
Videomaker Presents Recap
Family Video Help Advice on how to make great family videos

Instructional Videos

Basic Shooting (VHS) WEB ONLY DEAL! Just $10 Get started with the basics of shooting and editing your own video productions.
New from Videomaker! Outdoor Videography (DVD) Outdoor videography can sometimes be a bit trickier than inside because you're making video in an uncontrolled environment. This DVD includes videography tips that every outdoor videographer needs to know.
Basic Shooting (DVD) Crucial videography tips every beginner must know. Tips on selecting the best camcorder. Lessons on how to work with videography equipment including video lighting, filters and microphones. Learn the various types of video camera angles and shots.
Advanced Shooting (DVD) In this DVD, the experts at Videomaker go beyond the basics and teach you to use stroyboards, camera angles and shots and camera stabilization techniques. Make more professional looking videos to tell a better story.