Can any one suggest the best HD Camcorders?

Question

i'm looking for the best HD for my assignment projects and looking for affordable price for student. thanks

Answer 1

The best and the most budget friendly camcorders are at odds with each other.  For most, a balance must be obtained between the two, considering most of us cannot afford the best.  I can quite honestly tell you, your assignment projects will be successful, not because of the quality of camcorder you select, but from the quality content you develop.  The content is "WAY MORE IMPORTANT" than the quality of the video.  With that said - For the assignment projects in you, I recommend the Canon HV20 for approximately $700 dollars.  This camera will provide you all the features you need to develop a high definition product.  Whether it's a High Def piece of ?@#$ or High Def Masterpiece is UP TO YOU!

Answer 2

personally, i am smitten with my Sony v1p. its around US$4000 or so but it's excellent and offers 25p. basically this means it'll do a good job in making it look like film. some seasoned camera ops say it's as good as super 16mm (in the right hands of course!)

i shot a feature with it and i was very pleased. the blow up was surprisingly good.

as far as budget goes it might be a little pricey so i would suggest it's little brother the a1 or for cheaper still you could try:

HDR-CX7 (flash memory)

or HDR-HC9 (mini dv)

i would suggest getting something that uses mini dv as i think it still has a lot to offer including better archiving, cheap price and better res then other formats like HDD and DVD.

good luck!

Answer 3

I will second the motion for the Canon HV20. Wonderful little machine...