Camcorder Reviews

Round-up There's a minefield of confusing terms surrounding the various types of high definition. Plus, there are two kinds of media. If your head isn't spinning yet, you might wonder if hi-def means high prices. We break down the facts and figures for four hi-def camcorders to give you some stability

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Review The attractive and solid Camileo H20 is an excellent 1080p compact camcorder for a reasonable price. Extremely simple to use, it also delivers generally good image and sound quality, making it remarkably easy for a camcorder novice to become a HD maestro in seconds

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Special Low-budget DV filmmaking has taken mainstream cinema by storm and many camcorder enthusiasts dream of making a movie that captures the popular imagination. Here's a ten-step guide to making your footage shine.

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Review Other mini camcorders may shoot slightly better video, but the Webbie HD MHS-PM1 has plenty going for it. Chief among its attractions are its ability to shoot video at a 1080p resolution, and an appealing and cleverly conceived design that includes a swivelling lens

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Review The second-generation of the Ultra standard-definition mini camcorder offers some modest improvements on its predecessor, with better video, a bigger LCD screen and more storage. It's a solid choice for those seeking a straightforward device for shooting Web-destined video

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Review Whether you want to film the moon and stars or just someone very far away having a nosebleed, the compact Panasonic SDR-H80's 70x zoom will let you do it. Its standard-definition video won't blow you away, but it offers loads of storage and its price is reasonable too

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