Digital camcorder market is very vibrant today. Economic slowdown of the recent past did not make much impact in this segment as anticipated. Market leaders like Canon and Sony have introduced many new models of digital camcorders, in view of the positive trends in the global markets. State-of-the-art technology adopted by the makers of camcorders could deliver masterpieces that could meet the expectations of the consuming world.
Flash Memory, Hard Disk Drive (HDD), Mini DV and DVD are the categories of digital camcorders that are widely sought after by the consumers. The products offer very high quality of video and audio, having equipped with both image and optical stabilization. Digital camcorders have several modes of storing video and each type differs from others in the way they store video. Most popular models are Flash Memory and Dual Flash camcorders. They will have flash memory cards or built in solid state flash memory. In the absence of tapes or hard drives these camcorders are compact in size. They also offer extended battery life than other types of camcorders. Most of the models are in high definition formats and can store video in SDHC memory card of 16 GB and 32 GB. Dual Flash memory camcorders differ from the flash memory category only in the way it stores the video. Dual Flash memory camcorder will have built-in memory apart from memory cards.
Mini DV is a popular type of camcorder in which video is recorded in tape. It is small in size and has the capacity to record for 60 to 90 minutes. It is suitable for those who want to edit their video extensively, as the contents will be less compressed. The advantage is that even after transferring video to the computer the user can retain the tape in reserve and make use of it in case the data stored in computer is lost. But there are only few models available in the markets, because many manufacturers have shifted to flash memory categories which are in great demand. This may be due to the consumer reluctance to opt for Mini DV because of the high cost of tapes.
Hard Disk Drive is another variety which is featured with in-built hard drive similar to computers. It is capable of recording many hours of video. It is better to have an external hard disk to safely store the contents. The external hard drive will be handy in case the video uploaded to the computer is lost. In this case also there are only few models available in the markets as manufacturers have cut down the production due to the declining demands.
DVD category camcorders are not very popular since it is not possible to edit the video directly. The users have to upload the video to the computer before editing the same. DVD type is not preferred by those who want large scale editing of video. There are many other versions of digital camcorders with special features. But each of them has advantages and disadvantages. Consumers have to exercise caution while choosing a product. It is better to consult professionals or visit relevant websites to gather information about the products. The technology is in an upbeat mode and the form and content of the digital camcorder is undergoing changes frequently. Consumers are advised to understand the features thoroughly before choosing a modern digital camcorder.
