Price range: £91.98
What is it: Budget, 720p camcorder
What we think: Cheap, but its less-than-impressive performance means it's no bargain
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 3 November 2009
Tags: Genius, Genius G-shot HD520, camera phone, digital zoom, joystick
We like:
Plenty of features; rock-bottom price; decent screen
We don't like:
Video is sometimes jerky; awful digital zoom; colours aren't very accurate
CNET UK judgement:
Despite the low price, the Genius G-shot HD520's plasticky construction and relatively poor performance mean we don't think it's the best choice for shooting HD video on a budget
Full review:
The words 'Perfect HD' are splashed across the side of the Genius G-shot HD520, but it's pretty obvious from its £90 asking price that it's not a camcorder aimed at serious video enthusiasts. Nevertheless, this budget shooter is capable of capturing high-definition video at a 720p resolution, so the question is: does it deliver enough cheap thrills to be the ideal partner for YouTube fans? Continue Reading...
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