Digital Video Camera & Camcorder Review

Canon announces the XL H1. Whether you’re a broadcast ENG producer, or documentary, feature, or commercial videographer, the XL H1 is the affordable, lightweight HD camcorder you’ve been waiting for.
Its Superior Canon Optics and exceptional image processing give you a brilliant HD image. The XL H1 also features uncompressed HD-SDI (SMPTE 292M) and SD-SDI […]

Today, 21st Century 3D announced the introduction of the 3DVX3, the latest in their line of digital stereoscopic motion picture camera systems. The 3DVX3 represents 21st Century 3D’s most significant advance in stereoscopic camera technology to date. This newly developed 3D camera-recorder features numerous evolutionary advances over previous 3DVX models, while maintaining the compact form […]

Lost your manual? or just want a digital copy of it? Here is a list of resources to download owner manuals online:
Sony
US www.iq.sony.com (Free)
UK http://www.sony.co.uk/support/faqinstmanuals.asp (Pay)
Panasonic
US http://service.us.panasonic.com/operman/default.aspx (Free)
UK http://www.panasonic.co.uk/customer-Support/download-centre.asp (Free)
Canon
US http://www.canondv.com/downloads/product_manuals.html (Free)
UK www.canon.co.uk/media/brochures (Pay)
JVC
UK http://www.jvc.co.uk/download.php?type=2 (Free)
If you know of others, or other countries links, let us know….

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The new compact DuoCam allows you the ability to easily record those favorite moments and view while also recording still images or MPEG4 movie clips. Easy connections to your pc via USB gives you all the tools you need to edit and distribute those special gatherings.
10x Optical Zoom/900x Variable Digital Zoom
Variable speed control is activated […]

Features include: 2/3″ 3-CCD 16:9/4:3 24P/30P/60i DVCPRO CinemaTM Camera with CineSwitchTM Technology and CineGammaTM Software. U.S. List Price $26,750.00.
DV Format has an article on the Panasonic AJ-SDX900 and writes - “DP Lerner, who owns his own SDX900 and AG-DVX100A mini-DV 24 cameras, has also shot extensively with Panasonic ’s AJ-HDC27 VariCamâ„¢ HD Cinema camera , […]

Around the world, the name Canon means optical excellence, advanced image processing, and superb performance. And Canon digital video camcorders are no exception.
For professionals and consumers alike, Optura camcorders are the perfect blend of performance and features. The Opturas are the leaders in Canon’s line-up of single-CCD digital video camcorders, with Megapixel CCDs that give […]

LAS VEGAS, January 5, 2006 – A new five-model JVC MiniDV camcorder line made its debut today, offering advancements in performance and handling.
The new line is distinguished by several new features, including selected models with a 32X optical zoom, 16:9 modes and a built-in tele-conversion lens. JVC’s new MiniDV camcorders are easier to use than […]

Sony introduces the world’s first consumer 1080i high definition camcorder, the Sony Handycam® HDR-FX1. A revolution in form and function, the HDR-FX1 allows you to play and record interlaced high definition video at resolutions up to 1440 x 1080 for professional quality video with vivid colors and striking detail. It even offers the ability to […]

Features include: VariCam® Variable Frame Rate 16:9 HD CinemaTM Camera with CineGammaTM Software
U.S. List Price $65,900.00.
The AJ-HDC27 VariCam HD Cinema Camera brings variable frame rate acquisition to the DVCPRO HD product line up. This is the first high definition production camera that is capable of variable frame rate at the touch of a button. Individual […]

Features include: 1/3″ 3-CCD 16:9 HD/DVCPRO/DV Cinema P2 Camera with CineSwitchTM Technology, CineGammaTM Software and IEEE 1394 Interface. U.S. List Price $5,995.00.
LetsGoDigital has a story on the Panasonic AG-HVX200 and says: “Representing a quantum leap in camcorder technology, Panasonic Broadcast introduced today at NAB 2005 the Panasonic AG-HVX200, the world’s first 1080i/720p/480i multi-format camcorder. Offering […]