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7 Questions You Must Ask Yourself Before Buying a Digital Camcorder
There's never been a better time to buy a digital video camera.
Prices are lower than ever, the camcorders are packed with
features, and editing software is cheap and easy to use.
Unfortunately, there's also never been a more confusing time to
buy a digital video camera. There are so many different formats
competing for your money, it's almost impossible to know which
one to go for. Should you buy a Mini DV camcorder, or a DVD
camcorder? What about solid state (flash memory), or hard disk?
And is now the time to bite the bullet and buy a high definition
video camera?
Confusion reigns, and it's not helped by manufacturers
releasing new models with improved features and lower prices
every few months.
Thankfully, there are steps you can take to reduce the
confusion and give yourself a clear idea of which type of video
camera is the best for you.
Below are seven questions you should ask yourself before you
studio a single feature list or read a single review.
* What do I want to use the camcorder for?
* Will I be mostly using it indoors or outdoors?
* Do I want to edit the footage I shoot?
* Do I want the camcorder to be a stills camera too?
* How important is the quality of the video I shoot?
* Is audio quality important
* Will I use a tripod with the camcorder?
The answers to these questions will influence which type and
model of camcorder you buy. For example, if you want to be able
to edit your video footage on a PC or Mac, you should choose a
Mini DV camcorder. And if you are likely to use a tripod, you
should choose a camcorder which loads its media from the side or
top, rather than one which loads from the bottom. By answering
these questions and learning what the jargon that manufacturers
are so fond of means, you can make sure that when you come to
buy your camcorder, its exactly what you want and not a costly
mistake.
About the author:
Robert Armstrong is the publisher of
http://www.master-home-theater-design.com/how-to-buy-a-digital-ca
mcorder.html 'How to Buy a Digital Camcorder' - a seven part
email course which takes you step-by-step through the process of
deciding which type of camcorder is best for you. It include a
jargon buster and is available now for $19.95.
Written by: Robert Armstrong
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