Cheap Video Cameras
Choosing Cheap Video Cameras
When seeking cheap video cameras, you would be well advised to make sure to check out reviews just prior to buying, because frequently cheap means inferior quality, also the technological level is constantly advancing. Just because a video camera is under $200, doesn't mean that it is going to be a good purchase. Sometimes they're inexpensively priced for a good reason -- they're cheaply produced.
Fortunately technology has currently reached the level where you can obtain a cheap video camera that will provide you with high quality video and images.
The 2 most popular inexpensive, yet good pocket-size video cameras are the Kodak Zi8 and the Flip Mino. Both of these video recorders have advantages and disadvantages. Let's examine the qualities of each one.
The Flip Mino pocket camcorder :
-recording time: 60 minutes
-2GB of fixed internal storage
-no memory card slot for additional storage space
-records at 720 megapixels
-resolution 640 X 480
-shoots at 30 frames per second
-battery life up to 4 hours
-the rechargeable lithium battery that it comes with is not replaceable, nor can it be removed
-view screen size is 1.5 inches
-2x optical zoom
-weighs 3.3 ounces
-measures approximately 3.94 x 1.97 x 0.63 inches.
The Kodak Zi8 pocket video camera :
-records up to 10 hours of video on 1 SD card
-slotted for up to 32GB video cards
-multiple cards can be used for a virtually unlimited amount of video
-rechargeable lithium ion battery
-90 minute battery life in video recording mode
-records at 1020 megapixels HD
-30 frames per second shooting speed
-has a 16:9 wide screen HD still picture feature
-takes still pictures at 5 mega pixel resolution
-built-in editing software
-view screen size is 2.5 inches
-4x optical zoom
-weighs 3.9 ounces
-approximate size: 4.5 × 2.4.× 0.8 inches.
Both allow you to flip open a USB arm and plug it right into your computer, so that you can instantly upload all your terrific videos to your favorite sites, such as FaceBook and YouTube.
Other options exist for cheap video cameras, but the Flip Mino and Kodak Zi8 are the current leaders, and for good reasons. These little, handheld video camcorders are ideal options for those on a budget, since both can be bought at $179.95.
While you cannot err with either model, at this moment I would (and just did) order the Kodak. However by the time you read this, technology will undoubtedly have advanced still further and leadership might well have shifted.
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