Need to buy a mid range handycam?

Question

I am learning to use video cameras and need to buy a handycam with fewer automatic functions and more manual control like white balance , focus , and dont need a digital zoom . Recording should be preferably on DVs . I can afford upto 15000 Rs ( 350 $ ) . Pls suggest a few models available in India .

Answer 1

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Answer 2

Since miniDV tape provides the best available video quality, I'll stay there (please do not buy a DVD based camcorder).

Things to look for in a good camcorder:

Mic-in jack

manual audio control

minimum 10x zoom

For miniDV tape based cameras, you will import the video from the camcorder using firewire - the DV port on the camera connects to the firewire port on your computer.

Things you need to think about at some point:

external mics

lighting

tripod

case

additional rechargeable high-capacity battery

Low-end:

Canon ZR800, ZR950 - Both have mic-in jacks but no manual audio control

Mid-range:

Canon HV20, HV30

Sony HDR-HC7, HC9

After this, the cams are outside your budget.

If you don't have a local store that has these cameras and need to buy online, Amazon.com, B&H Photo and Adorama are reputable. Amazon.com and Frys.com would be good sources for the firewire card and cable. If you use a Mac to edit, they already have a firewire400 port.

Answer 3

mid range of handycam with best quality , just take a look.. http://www.oxyshopping.com/oxysearch.jsp...

Answer 4

i suggest canon hg10