News and reviews of camcorders, including HD camcorders

First look: Sanyo VPC-WH1 waterproof HD camcorder

Roman Loyola — Fri, 22 May 2009 10:00:00 -0700

In this video, Roman Loyola takes a first look at Sanyo’s new VPC-WH1 HD camcorder. This device shoots 720p (30 frames per second) video and it’s waterproof. You can take it underwater up to 10 feet deep.

Review: Nikon D90 digital SLR camera

Ben Long — Fri, 15 May 2009 02:22:00 -0700

If you shoot pictures with a digital single-lens reflex (SLR) camera and carry a point-and-shoot for its video capability, then Nikon’s D90 might be the camera for you.

Clipstart lets you organize, upload your videos

Dan Moren — Fri, 01 May 2009 13:58:00 -0700

Clipstart is a new program that aims to do for your video clips what iPhoto does for your photos, allowing you to import, catalog, and share them online.

Review: Canon Vixia HG21 HD camcorder

Alex Lindsay — Fri, 01 May 2009 04:00:00 -0700

Canon’s Vixia HG21 is a feature-filled high-definition camcorder that acts and feels like a workhorse. And for such a small camera, it produces great video image quality. Alex Lindsay thinks it's one of the better HD camcorders he's seen.

Pure Digital releases new Flip camcorders

Christopher Breen — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 21:01:00 -0700

Pure Digital Technologies released two new Flip Ultra pocket camcorder models--the $140 standard definition Flip UltraSD and $200 high-definition Flip UltraHD.

First Look: Kodak Zx1 and Flip UltraHD

Christopher Breen — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 21:01:00 -0700

Two new high-definition pocket camcorders have arrived—Kodak's Zx1 and Pure Digital's Flip UltraHD. Here are our first impressions of the two cameras.

iMovie and the uncooperative camera

Christopher Breen — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:04:00 -0700

You've just purchased a spiffy new HD camcorder yet iMovie ’09 refuses to see its footage. Here are hints for finding and importing it.

How to buy a camcorder

Amber Bouman — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 11:00:00 -0700

This video features a general overview of what to look for in a new camcorder. Learn about the different camcorders available, features to keep in mind, and the different technologies used.

HD camcorders: The perfect camcorder

Alex Lindsay — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 02:03:00 -0700

Video expert Alex Lindsay picks the features that would make for the ideal HD camcorder.

HD camcorders: Sharing HD videos

Christopher Breen — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 02:45:00 -0700

There are now many options for sharing your videos in their HD glory, including built-in support for YouTube HD in iMovie '09.

HD camcorders: Capturing video into iMovie

Christopher Breen — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 02:28:00 -0700

iMovie '09 makes it easy to import video from AVCHD camcorders for editing.

HD camcorders: Buyer's guide

Christopher Breen — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 03:08:00 -0700

The time is right for switching to HD, but how do you know what kind of camera to get? Our guide will help you sort out the fact from the fiction and find a high-definition camcorder that suits your needs and your budget.

HD Camcorders: What to look for when shopping

Christopher Breen — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 03:08:00 -0700

Looking to make the switch to HD? Here are the important things to look for when making an HD camcorder purchase.

Cheap cameras & camcorders

Christopher Breen — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 09:38:00 -0700

Chris Breen is joined by Macworld senior contributor, professional photographer, and multimedia maven Ben Long to look at today’s most inexpensive point-and-shoot cameras.

Review: Creative Labs Vado HD pocket camcorder

Christopher Breen — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 04:30:00 -0700

Another HD pocket camcorder, with its own collections of quirks and charms.

Review: DXG-567V HD camcorder

Christopher Breen — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 04:30:00 -0700

Inexpensive pocket camcorder is a poor performer.