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JVC GR HD1US 1.18 Megapixels Mini DV Digital Camcorder

JVC GR HD1US 1.18 Megapixels Mini DV Digital Camcorder

1.18 Megapixels, Optical Zoom : 10x, CCD, Media Type : Mini DV, 3.5", Digital Zoom : 200x, Image Stabilizer... more

Sony Handycam DCR PC55/W 680 Kilopixels Mini DV Digital Camcorder

Sony Handycam DCR PC55/W 680 Kilopixels Mini DV Digital Camcorder

680 Kilopixels, Optical Zoom : 10x, Advanced HAD CCD, Media Type : Mini DV, 3", Digital Zoom : 120x, Image... more

JVC GR DVM96 1.0 Megapixels Mini DV Camcorder

JVC GR DVM96 1.0 Megapixels Mini DV Camcorder

1.0 Megapixels, Optical Zoom : 10x, CCD, Media Type : Mini DV, 2.5", Digital Zoom : 200 x, Image Stabilizer... more

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    • From:NexTag
    • Posted:Jul-03-2003
    • doesn't work; warranty useless; Buydig won't help
    • I bought the JVC GR-DVM96 to use at horse shows. I've been unable to shoot a complete cassette without problems. In six months, I twice took it to the JVC factory service center for the same...
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    • From:Shopzilla
    • Posted:Dec-01-2002
    • Good DV cam but not good for Digital Images
    • If you are looking for a Good Still and Video camcorder in one then forget it. While the video quality is awesome, the Digital stills are grainy and blurred. You also need to get an IEEE1394 cable,...
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Canon DC100 680 Kilopixels Mini DV Digital Camcorder

Canon DC100 680 Kilopixels Mini DV Digital Camcorder

680 Kilopixels, Optical Zoom : 25x, CCD, Media Type : Mini DV, 2.7", Digital Zoom : 1000x, Image Stabilizer... more

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    • From:CNET
    • Posted:Apr-09-2008
    • "Horrible Still photos, grainy movies"
    • I've had this camera for a year and thought perhaps I had a defective model with the horrible quality stills I get from it. I have never had a crisp photo, regardless of settings. I do appreciate...
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    • From:CNET
    • Posted:Apr-08-2008
    • "Cheap and cheerful!"
    • I bought this camcorder new for under $150.00 bucks. So far I have filmed a wedding, a bahamas vacation, a road trip in southern Mexico and some surfing sessions with good results. Editing was a...
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    • From:Goodgearguide
    • Posted:Dec-13-2006
    • When it comes to the budget end of the DVD camcorder market, we're used to seeing pictures marred but all kinds of compression artifacts and inaccurate colours. There's usually little room for...
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    • From:CNET
    • Posted:Aug-15-2006
    • "Good camera for the price"
    • I like this camera besides the fact that the editing is hard to do becuase of the minidvd format. This is a great camera if you want to take it from the camera to the tv and watch it without...
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Panasonic Palmcorder PV-DV203 680 Kilopixels Mini DV Digital Camcorder

Panasonic Palmcorder PV-DV203 680 Kilopixels Mini DV Digital Camcorder

680 Kilopixels, Optical Zoom : 10x, CCD, Media Type : Mini DV, 2.5", Digital Zoom : 700x, Image Stabilizer... more

Sony Handycam DCR HC42 1.07 Megapixels Mini DV Digital Camcorder

Sony Handycam DCR HC42 1.07 Megapixels Mini DV Digital Camcorder

1.07 Megapixels, Optical Zoom : 12x, Advanced HAD CCD, Media Type : Mini DV, 2.7", Digital Zoom : 480x,... more

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    • From:CNET
    • Posted:Jun-10-2007
    • "Good, cheap little camcorder"
    • I love this camcorder, mainly because i record outdoors mostly. the best is how cheap it is. I am glad i bought this, i used ebay. got a whole kit that was used for like $300. get a fisheye lense...
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    • From:CNET
    • Posted:Nov-20-2006
    • "Not a bad little Camera"
    • IMO, this would be a great choice for anyone in the market. I can tell you that the cradle charger is awesome. All the connection go right thru it. I just keep it connected to my TV at all times....
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    • From:CNET
    • Posted:Nov-18-2005
    • "Thought of Sony will be best..but not this"
    • I'm a big fan of SONY Products,and i have all electronic stufs branded Sony,i thought this will be another feather in my hat, but oops......no way i didn't expect this much worst pic quality in...
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    • From:Howstuffworks
    • Posted:Jul-19-2005
    • The DCR-HC42 is the premier member of Sony's compact HC series of MiniDV camcorders. It shares the same body design as the DCR-HC21 and DCR-HC32, but it offers a superior imager and includes some...
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JVC Everio GZ-MG77U 2.2 Megapixels HDD Digital Camcorder

JVC Everio GZ-MG77U 2.2 Megapixels HDD Digital Camcorder

2.2 Megapixels, Optical Zoom : 10x, CCD, Media Type : HDD, 2.7", Digital Zoom : 300x, Image Stabilizer :... more

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    • From:Yahoo! Shopping
    • Posted:Jun-02-2007
    • Hated it
    • Pros: Small and easy to use until you try to burn it. Cons: Cannot transfer it to a DVD and it has not tapes. firs I enjoyed it until it run out of space. When watching on TV it was very good....
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    • From:Yahoo! Shopping
    • Posted:Jun-01-2007
    • JVC Everio GZ-MG77
    • Pros: Size and great features Cons: Battery Life around 30 minutes (at most). This is a great little camcorder for the money ($450.00 new). I purchased this camcorder about 3 months ago and I...
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Sony Handycam DCR-DVD103 680 Kilopixels DVD Digital Camcorder

Sony Handycam DCR-DVD103 680 Kilopixels DVD Digital Camcorder

680 Kilopixels, Optical Zoom : 20x, Advanced HAD CCD, Media Type : DVD, 2.5", Digital Zoom : 800x, Image... more

Canon DC 20 2.2 Megapixels DVD Digital Camcorder

Canon DC 20 2.2 Megapixels DVD Digital Camcorder

2.2 Megapixels, Optical Zoom : 10x, CCD, Media Type : DVD, 2.5", Digital Zoom : 200x, Image Stabilizer :... more

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    • From:Yahoo! Shopping
    • Posted:Mar-04-2008
    • A great DVD camera!
    • Pros: Excelent qaultiy for a DVD cam Cons: none realy mabye the lack of a firewire port but I have a better solution! read on This was my first dvd, as I have had lot of tape cameras. This is a...
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    • From:CNET
    • Posted:Jun-15-2007
    • "Difficult to use"
    • I bought this for my son's trip to China thinking that it would be a video camera that would take pictures too. It turned out to be a pretty good camera, that would take video instead. The power...
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    • From:CNET
    • Posted:Mar-27-2006
    • "Canon DC20 DVD Camcorder won't download on iMac G5"
    • Bought a Canon DC20 DVD Camcorder last month the video is crisp and clear interface is simple. Still photos are good. But the one thing I'm disappointed is that i can't download my videos on my...
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Canon DC 40 4.3 Megapixels DVD Digital Camcorder

Canon DC 40 4.3 Megapixels DVD Digital Camcorder

4.3 Megapixels, Optical Zoom : 10x, CCD, Media Type : DVD, 2.7", Digital Zoom : 200x, Image Stabilizer :... more

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    • From:CNET
    • Posted:Sep-12-2009
    • "Disappointed and stuck"
    • I bought this camera when I moved to Africa. I thought I'd spend more than I usually would in order to get something that would work well and last. And, I wanted a DVD camcorder. Oops. The...
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    • From:CNET
    • Posted:Oct-22-2008
    • "ok, not great"
    • This is a nice camera. The video quality is pretty good. Even when displayed on a large screen TV the video is good. Where you need to be careful is when you are trying to catch action that...
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    • From:CNET
    • Posted:Nov-19-2007
    • "great camcorder"
    • this is a great camcorder also takes super nice pictures! i used a lot of camcorder( sony dvd405 also) this is much better than others.
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    • From:B&H Photo Video
    • Posted:Aug-29-2006
    • Canon DC-40 best overall Camcorder!
    • Hello Ladies and Gentlemen. When I started doing my homework comparing prices, video quality and included features that wouldn't cost me extra, the Canon DC-40 had everything I was looking for...
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Sony Handycam DCR IP220 2.11 Megapixels Mini DV Digital Camcorder

Sony Handycam DCR IP220 2.11 Megapixels Mini DV Digital Camcorder

2.11 Megapixels, Optical Zoom : 10x, CCD, Media Type : Mini DV, 2.5", Digital Zoom : 120x, Image Stabilizer... more

JVC GR-D370US 680 Kilopixels Mini DV Digital Camcorder

JVC GR-D370US 680 Kilopixels Mini DV Digital Camcorder

680 Kilopixels, Optical Zoom : 32x, CCD, Media Type : Mini DV, 2.5", Digital Zoom : 800x, Image Stabilizer... more

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    • From:Yahoo! Shopping
    • Posted:Nov-18-2007
    • JVC is GOOD for the average person
    • Pros: great features, good zoom, easy to use, small Cons: Battery life isn't very long, confusing how to upload videos okay, so i overall actually like this camcorder. It isn't the best out...
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    • From:Yahoo! Shopping
    • Posted:Jan-29-2007
    • No Connection to PC
    • Pros: Good features, easy to use, and inexpensive Cons: Does not connect to PC, when does - can't upload videos at all I got this camera for Christmas and although I was told that I could...
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    • From:Yahoo! Shopping
    • Posted:Dec-25-2006
    • It cuts the musterd.
    • Pros: Nice features, easy to use, and doesn't take up space Cons: No video upload, battery drains, confussion of software. First off, I received this camera for Christmas. I was leaning towards...
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    • From:B&H Photo Video
    • Posted:Dec-05-2006
    • Functional and fun
    • I carry my unit around in my coat pocket right now - after all it is winter in Minnesota! I've owned it for six months and it does utilitarian chores just fine. As mentioned before, image...
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Sony Handycam DCR-DVD105 680 Kilopixels DVD Digital Camcorder

Sony Handycam DCR-DVD105 680 Kilopixels DVD Digital Camcorder

680 Kilopixels, Optical Zoom : 20x, Advanced HAD CCD, Media Type : DVD, 2.5", Digital Zoom : 800x, Image... more

Sony Handycam DCR-DVD205 1.07 Megapixels DVD Digital Camcorder

Sony Handycam DCR-DVD205 1.07 Megapixels DVD Digital Camcorder

1.07 Megapixels, Optical Zoom : 12x, Advanced HAD CCD, Media Type : DVD, 2.7", Digital Zoom : 800x, Image... more

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    • From:CNET
    • Posted:Aug-02-2008
    • "Good Video, but for Dummies like me I bought it and then found out no firewire - no connect to mac."
    • If you want a simple dvd digital camcorder and play them in your dvd player easily this is not a bad bet. However, if you are interested in having your library of video on hard drive and being able...
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    • From:Yahoo! Shopping
    • Posted:Jun-14-2007
    • Quality Sony Product
    • Pros: Ease of use, Good size, Cons: No built in light, Can only use sony batteries Just bought this camera and have been happy so far with results and quality of video. Recorded disks are...
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    • From:CNET
    • Posted:Jun-13-2007
    • "Disappointed in battery compatibility"
    • I purchased this camera based on past experience with sony products but was much disappointed when I went to purchase an extra battery for this camera only to discover that sony has added...
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    • From:Howstuffworks
    • Posted:Oct-25-2006
    • In the current line-up of Sony DVD camcorders, the basic but effective DCR-DVD205 sits toward the low end, one rung up from the entry-level DCR-DVD105. This unit is still aimed squarely at...
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Sony Handycam DCR PC55/R 680 Kilopixels Mini DV Digital Camcorder

Sony Handycam DCR PC55/R 680 Kilopixels Mini DV Digital Camcorder

680 Kilopixels, Optical Zoom : 10x, Advanced HAD CCD, Media Type : Mini DV, 3", Digital Zoom : 120x, Image... more

Canon Elura 100 1.33 Megapixels Mini DV Digital Camcorder

Canon Elura 100 1.33 Megapixels Mini DV Digital Camcorder

1.33 Megapixels, Optical Zoom : 20x, CCD, Media Type : Mini DV, 2.7", Digital Zoom : 800x, Image Stabilizer... more

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    • From:CNET
    • Posted:Oct-08-2008
    • "Excellent Pocket Camcorder"
    • I've brought this little camera all over the world with me and it has never failed (in regard to the work around error it still functions great) I has been dropped off tables splashed liquid on it...
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    • From:CNET
    • Posted:Jun-25-2007
    • "Acceptable video in good light, nice features, loud whining sound of Motor..."
    • I would keep this camera,except for the less than stellar performance in low light conditions and the terribly annoying motor whine which pervades the audio recording. If you are at all sensitive...
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    • From:CNET
    • Posted:Mar-07-2007
    • "good camcorder for daytime use only"
    • I bought this camcorder based on many reviews and hours of research. I finally found one at our local best buy as a clearance item. Daytime video is great with robust color definition. The problem...
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    • From:CNET
    • Posted:Jun-01-2006
    • More compact than its entry-level ZR models, the Canon Elura 100 is the company's only offering this year in its midrange Elura line. In this case, the step up to Elura means a larger,...
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Sony Handycam DCR HC40 1.07 Megapixels Mini DV Digital Camcorder

Sony Handycam DCR HC40 1.07 Megapixels Mini DV Digital Camcorder

1.07 Megapixels, Optical Zoom : 10x, CCD, Media Type : Mini DV, 2.5", Digital Zoom : 120x, Image Stabilizer... more

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    • From:T3
    • Posted:Oct-31-2007
    • Sony DCR-HC40 Cutting edge? No. Solid and reliable? Yes Camcorders may not be evolving as quickly as digital cameras but they're still incredibly popular, and the latest ones from Sony show why....
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    • From:CNET
    • Posted:Sep-12-2006
    • "wish i could have bought something else"
    • It was the first camcorder i ever bought, the picture quality is just too poor indoors unless you provide artificial lighting and the still images even in good light are not sharp, i cant recommemd...
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    • From:CNET
    • Posted:Jun-19-2006
    • "Solid video quality with an appealing price."
    • Having been out for a few years, the savings you'll make purchasing this video camera, along with the sharp video quality, overcome design and perfomance quirks.
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    • Posted:May-19-2006
Sony HVR-A1U 2.97 Megapixels HDV Digital Camcorder

Sony HVR-A1U 2.97 Megapixels HDV Digital Camcorder

2.97 Megapixels, Optical Zoom : 10x, CMOS, Media Type : HDV, 2.7", Image Stabilizer : Electronic, 37 mm more

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    • From:Amazon
    • Posted:Jun-08-2008
    • Great camera for the price!!
    • I recently had the Canon GL1 and thought it was time to upgrade to Hi-Def. After reading about 30 customer and 20 pro reviews it was the only camera that was offered pro features and great image...
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    • Posted:May-21-2008
    • Sony Professional HVR-A1U CMOS High Definition camcorder
    • I purchased this camera last month, and almost at once I knew it was not the camera for me. For several years, I've owned and used a Sony DCR-VX2100 3 CCD Mini DV Camcorder, and have been truly...
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    • From:B&H Photo Video
    • Posted:Nov-16-2007
    • Best prosumer small HDV cam on the market.
    • I purchased two of these in early 2007 when upgrading to HD for my video productions. It came down to a choice between two A1's or one Z1, and I'm glad I went with the A1's. The quality is...
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Sony Handycam DCR TRV280 460 Kilopixels Hi8 / Digital8 Digital Camcorder

Sony Handycam DCR TRV280 460 Kilopixels Hi8 / Digital8 Digital Camcorder

460 Kilopixels, Optical Zoom : 20x, CCD, Media Type : Hi8 / Digital8, 2.5", Digital Zoom : 990x, Image... more

Sony Handycam CCD TRV138 320 Kilopixels Hi8 Analog Camcorder

Sony Handycam CCD TRV138 320 Kilopixels Hi8 Analog Camcorder

320 Kilopixels, Optical Zoom : 20x, CCD, Media Type : Hi8, 2.5", Digital Zoom : 990x, 37 mm more

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