Best Camera for Video Recording: 2014-02-02

Saturday, February 8, 2014

I want to buy a camcorder by which. I can shoot 2 Hrs Meetings?

vinod jame

I want to buy a camcorder by which. I can shoot 2 Hrs Meetings. I want sound clarity and maximum zoom Can any one suggest which company I should go and which model no. i should purchase that not cost to much on my pocket
which one is better the hard disk one or DVD on or CD one Please suggest

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if you want continuous shooting with no breaks to change media, then HDD or DVcam would be the best choices for format. Camcorders do not use DVD, they use miniDVD which does not record for 2 hours, but more like 40 minutes. DVcam has a 3 hour tape available and has excellent uncompressed digital audio tracks. DVcam is made by Sony. HDD is produced by JVC, Sony, and Canon. You should expect to pay over $1000 for these models.

if you are willing to change media during the meetings, then you can look at lesser expense. miniDV offers near DVcam quality but on a 1 hour tape. there are some very inexpensive SD card recorders, but they usually have poor quality lens systems.

if it is possible to set up a computer at these meetings, then a simple video camera with video capture card will allow the computer to act as a recorder. a 2 hour meeting will consume 24 GB of memory so you need plenty of free space on the hard drive. this option will also be the easiest to burn DVD copies for the participants afterwards.

I was wondering if there was a way to video tape your computer screen like you can screentshot it?

kayla ;D

like not with a video camera just like using the print screen button or something.

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There are probably a number of products which support this but the one I know of is "GoToMeeting". It is used to have online meetings and the organizer can record the session including audio. You can get a free trial of this at gotomeeting.com. Doesn't have to be a meeting. You could set up a meeting and then record the session with only you logged in.

What is a good digital video camera for recording piano playing?

Luna

For youtube and stuff. I have a normal piano not an electric one. I also want to use the camera for recording sports and stuff. I want the sound on the piano to not be distorted like it is on most cameras and I want the sound to sound like it really does. Thanks. I would prefer that it was under $200. THANKS!!!!!

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Any kind of Point & Shoot camera would fit your shooting style and price range.

Look for:
Canon Powershot
Nikon Coolpix
Sony Cybershot

Good luck!

is there a good HD camera for recording video under 400?

secretsavv

Im looking for a full hd camera or video recording i am using it mainly to record break dancing
so the hd video has to be good and something that records slow motion would be a plus..
i looked at the canon elph 500 but found out it only records slo mo for 30 seconds

is there a good hd camera for recording motion that has a slo mo option? (ive seen good vids of flowers and crap but recording dancing or sports is diff from rec a flower lol)

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Panasonic HDC TM80K is compact, light and, most importantly, records great HD videos and digital photos. It features an unbelievably clear night recording under very low light conditions, perfect daylight recording and fantastic shake-free zoom capabilities. The unit's functions are very easy to understand and to use. The transfer between the unit and my Mac Book Pro was seamless, using IMovie program.

What type of Camera would be good to record amateur movies, music videos, etc.?

Gustavo

Basically what kind of device (camera, slr,camcorder etc) one thats up to date with HD and all that good stuff. Short films for school/youtube and good sound as well. Forums online get too crazy and I know alot has to do with preference but I would just like some suggestions on the types of devices I should be looking for.

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HD camcorders interpolate the video, which means of every 25 frames of video, 4 or 5 frames are taken by the lens assembly; the other frames in between these are filled in by the camcorder inner circuitry, thus giving you not true video. It looks like this -one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, from front to back of the video. Near impossible to edit, even when you have the Multi port processor computer with the big 1GB Graphics card and a Sound card that is required to edit, view, watch and work with the files these camcorders produce.

Consumer level HD camcorders have 4 problems. 1) Blurry, fuzzy, out of focus areas closely around people in videos taken by consumer level HD camcorders. 2) Any movement, even a wave or lifting an arm, while in front of a recording consumer level HD camcorder, results in screen ghosts and artifacts being left on the video track, following the movement. Makes for bad video, sports videos are unwatchable. 3) These Consumer level HD camcorders all have a habit of the transferred to computer files are something you need to convert, thus losing your HD quality, to work with your editing software. 4) Mandatory maximum record times - 1 hour, 30 minutes, 8 minutes, 3 minutes â four different times advertised as maximum record time for some consumer level HD camcorders. No event I have ever been to is that short. Either take multiple camcorders or pack up with out getting the end of the event on video.

MiniDV is currently the most popular format for consumer digital camcorders. MiniDV camcorders are typically more affordable than their HDD and DVD counterparts. Each MiniDV tape will typically hold an hour of footage at normal recording speed and quality. MiniDV tapes are available for purchase at not only electronic and camera stores, but also at drugs stores and grocery stores, making them easy to find while your on vacation. There are literally hundreds of MiniDV camcorders available; both in standard and high-definition. And add the fact that to get a HD camcorder that could produce better video quality footage, one would have to spend in excess of $3500 for that camcorder that could produce higher quality video.

http://simplevideoediting.com/learn/part1_camcorder_choices.htm

http://simplevideoediting.com/learn/part2_connect_camcorder.htm

http://usa.canon.com/cusa/consumer/products/camcorders/consumer_camcorders/vixia_hv40#Overview

What kind of video camera should I get?

LOL

I will be filming my face...a lot...like makeup tutorials for school website. I will also be showing outfits and things I got for sale and stuff. Basically, I need an HD camera or whatever the one with good resolution is called. I need one where I can see myself. I guess they call that a viewfinder? I need to be able to see myself as I record. I was contemplating using a laptop for the makeup tutorials but webcams and laptop cameras have bad quality and will not pick up details. My school wants me to film these and the thing is I have NO knowledge on cameras!! Please help? What kind of camera should I buy? I am guessing I will also need a tri-pod? I want to purchase this around 100-250 dollars. So any suggestions?

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HD Camcorders and DSLR Cameras interpolate the video, which means of every 25 frames of video, 4 or 5 frames are taken by the lens assembly; the other frames in between these are filled in by the camcorder inner circuitry, thus giving you not true video. It looks like this -one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, from front to back of the video. Near impossible to edit, even when you have the Multi port processor computer with the big 1GB Graphics card and a Sound card that is required to edit, view, watch and work with the files these camcorders produce.

Consumer Level HD Camcorders and DSLR Cameras have 4 problems. 1) Blurry, fuzzy, out of focus areas closely around people in videos taken by consumer level HD camcorders. 2) Any movement, even a wave or lifting an arm, while in front of a recording Consumer Level HD Camcorder and DSLR Cameras, results in screen ghosts and artifacts being left on the video track, following the movement. Makes for bad video, sports videos are unwatchable. 3) These Consumer Level HD Camcorders and DSLR Cameras all have a habit of the transferred to computer files are something you need to convert, thus losing your HD quality, to work with your editing software. 4) Mandatory maximum record times - 1 hour, 30 minutes, 8 minutes, 3 minutes â four different times advertised as maximum record time for some Consumer Level HD Camcorders and DSLR Cameras. No event I have ever been to is that short. Either take multiple camcorders and DSLR Cameras or pack up with out getting the end of the event on video.

MiniDV is currently the most popular format for consumer digital camcorders. MiniDV camcorders are typically more affordable than their HDD and DVD counterparts. Each MiniDV tape will typically hold an hour of footage at normal recording speed and quality. MiniDV tapes are available for purchase at not only electronic and camera stores, but also at drugs stores and grocery stores, making them easy to find while your on vacation. There are literally hundreds of MiniDV camcorders available; both in standard and high-definition. And add the fact that to get a HD camcorder that could produce better video quality footage, one would have to spend in excess of $3500 for that camcorder that could produce higher quality video

http://simplevideoediting.com/learn/part1_camcorder_choices.htm

http://simplevideoediting.com/learn/part2_connect_camcorder.htm

http://usa.canon.com/cusa/consumer/products/camcorders/consumer_camcorders/vixia_hv40#Overview

Please help! I need your help so when I record a piano cover, the audio sounds crisp in the camera!?

Lick Me

(Sorry for the caps lock)
BASICALLY I'M TRYING TO GET MY KEYBOARD TO HOOKUP TO A CAMERA SO WHEN I RECORD A PIANO COVER THE SOUND WILL COME OUT CRISP. AS IN THE AUDIO GOES STRAIGHT TO THE CAMERA. PLZ TELL ME IF YOU HAVE ANY IDEA WHAT I NEED TO BUY. THANKS!

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Is this a electronic piano, or percussion (hammers strings) if its the first connect it to your computer and record it directly, you will get a better recording.

still use your camera to record you playing,. a few seconds make a sharp sound like a clap, when you put them into you editing software you will be able to match the video with your recording/

Thats the best way to do it.

if you do choose to still use your camera You don't say what it is, but you need to make a few test runs, to get the audio right, you will get all sorts of other noises on the recording as camcorder mics will pick up everything.

If your camera has a mic input then you could connect your keyboard to it, or use an external mic which will increase the quality of the recording. but again its hard to say as you do not mention the camcorder you area using.

RR

What video camera has the best sound recording capability?

Ross

I'm looking for a video camera to record some videos of myself playing the piano. I honestly care more about sound quality than picture quality, yes, I would like to have a very good quality video, but sound is more important in this case. Any suggestions? Thanks!

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If you can swing it, take the audio feed from microphones into your computer's hard drive and take the video feed from the camera into the computer's hard drive and record them simultaneously into an appropriate program. Most modern camcorders have CD quality sound now but you could get even better quality sound if you do it this way because it allows you to use superior microphones, external equalizers, and other sound processing gear to get your sound. This is how the professionals do it and there is a reason for that. Good luck to you!

Friday, February 7, 2014

A good digital camera with good video recording?

waterr!

My camera, which is a Sony DSC-P41(4.1 meg. pixels) is getting old and worn out. But its still a good camera for me, but i feel that my camera is getting outdated. I recently came back from vacation, and i wished that i took more videos. Is there a good digital camera that can also take good videos?

(There is one really stupid, tiny reason why im trying to stay away from sony cameras, it is that their cameras use a specific memory card, and the highest memory card ive seen in a store is around 2GB, when im trying to aim for a memory card 4GB, since im planning to take alot of pictures and videos)

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well sony does make some good cameras and they make memory sticks just as big as sd these days and they are getting cheaper so i would personally go with sony. sorry for breaking your rules lol

Aiptek 5100 Digital Video Camera?

just wonde

Does anybody know anything about this particular camera? Is it worth $70.00.
and, how much time does it actually record?

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I own the Aiptek 5100m DV camera and i couldn't be more happy with it! It bought it for 100$ and i am suprised at the excellency of it for that low of a price. It can take 5 mega-pixel digital photos, and for video you can choose from web-standard 160X128, web-high quality 320X240, TV-standard quality at 352X288, or TV-high quality at 640X480. Depending on what resolution you choose, the amount of video you can record changes. Also, i would recommend buying a compact flash card for it because they are cheap and add a lot more recording time. For example, for 40$ i bought a 512 MB compact flash card and now i can record over 20 hours of low quality video and at least 4 hours if not more of high quality. It truly is an amazing camera and i would recommend to anybody who doesn't have the dough for a professional dv camera but still wants a high quality one. Also, did i mention that it can record audio and you can even use it to make voice recordings in mp3 format??? This is one heck of a camera!!!

Is there a setting on a digital camera to prevent sound distortion during video recording?

Is there a setting on a digital camera to prevent sound distortion during video recording (where there is loud bass in the environment such as a concert)?

When I take video with my Canon SX260 digital camera, the sound gets distorted when there is loud bass in the environment. For example, sound in the video always gets distorted when I shoot video at concerts.

This video on YouTube is exactly what happened to my Canon SX260:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZgK57t9_g7Q&list=UUyXqYTlNZEVOowEg6hPG18g&index=1

Thanks

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Your Canon PowerShot SX260 is aconsumer point&shoot camera designed to capture still images. Capturing video (and audio) is a "convenience feature".

Read the manual:
http://gdlp01.c-wss.com/gds/7/0300007147/01/pssx260hs-sx240hs-cug-c-en.pdf
There is no setting or option to change/control the audio gain. Your reported symptom is a common one - but not unexpected. If you get a camera designed for video (and audio) capture, there may be some sort of audio gain control. I am not aware of any point and shoot camera that has any sort of audio gain control. All will be overpowered by loud audio.

Your SX260 is about $300. For around the same $ the Canon HF R200 has audio gain control. Read the manual: http://gdlp01.c-wss.com/gds/3/0300004613/01/HFR20_21_200_IM_N_EN.pdf
See Page 75.

If you do not want to replace the SX260, then you can record the audio separately using a digital audio recorder with manual audio gain control. I like (and use) the Zoom H2. The H1 is less $ (and less featured). You can easily synch the externally captured audio with the video when you edit - after synching, mute the poor audio captured by the camera.

Can I record Videos on a digital camera? If yes, then which type of cameras?

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Yes, most digital cameras take videos now. You have to be careful though because there are variations:

1) Sound - some will record sound with the video, some don't.
2) Length of video - some cameras limit the files to 20-30 sec files, some are unlimited, until you fill up your memory card.
3) Type of file - not as big of a deal.. some will record in .mpg, some in .avi, some in .mov.. in case you have a preference.

For #1, usually the sales people won't even know the answer so you'll have to play with it to find out.. look for a mic/speaker on the camera. For #2, try looking in the details for the camera online for this. For #3, if it matters to you, this will also be in the online descriptions.

I hope this helps! Let me know if you have more questions..

camera for recording/streaming church services?

Mikhail

Hi everyone, I hope you can help me. I'm looking for a camera that I could use to record/save to my pc/livestream church services. It will be about 70 ft away from the front of the church. I'm not looking for anything fancy, since this is the only camera we will have for now. And also I need something low budget. Thanks a lot
by low budget I meant, something way under $1000 closer to $500. if possible less. Isn't this Canon HV40 a cassette camera? Would it have a HD video?
MmmJ and L thank you for your inputs. I guess my main thing right now, is that what camera could I use to record and stream at the same time. like so what im recording, I could store like save to pc and stream it live at same time.

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Mmmj is right.

To answer your follow-up question, chances are VERY high yu will not find anything that will stream high definition video through USB. Not at the consumer, prosumer or pro level. That means HDMI, component (RGB) or AV plugging into a "Tricaster" box or something similar.

Yes, the Canon HV40 is miniDV tape based. The DV in miniDV = Digital Video. The zeroes and ones stored on digital tape are just as digital as the zeros and ones stored on flash memory, hard disc drive or even DVD. The format is different. The Canon HV40 records in high quality, low compression, high definition (1080i), video onto the digital tape in HDV format. Just because it is tape does not make it somehow "less digital"... Digital tape should not be confused with analog video onto VHS-C or Hi8 or other analog formats storing analog video.

Please help..........! Church Video Recording?

We are trying to broadcast our church service in our nursery so the ladies in the back can still watch the services. We already have a screen in the front of the church that we put powerpoint things on.. I was thinking maybe we could hook a camcorder up to the computer and broadcast that way but we would need something to hook up to the front screen that would allow the others in the nursery to see what we see on our screen... Anything will be appreciated!!! thanks!

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The simplest way is to just point the video camera at the screen - it sounds crude but it does work pretty well.

The alternative is to buy a "scan converter" and a video switcher. The "scan converter" converts the VGA output from your computer to video. You would then need to switch from the camera to the scan converter depending on what you wanted to show in the nursery.

Aver Media makes good cheap scan converters that will work great:

http://www.cdw.com/shop/products/default.aspx?EDC=327861

(Remember to take the video tape out of the camcorder when you are using it as only a camera - otherwise your camcorder may keep shutting down)

God bless you!

Can he bring a video camera to the child exchange?

SunflowerK

Hi I'm going through a divorce right now and my ex has visitation with our 2 year old daughter on Tuesday and Thursday 5pm to 8pm and every other weekend from Saturday 9am to Sunday 7pm. I have a Domestic Violence Protection Order against him and he's not allowed within 100yards of me. But because of the visitation we meet in a public place which is the Wal-mart lobby area to do the exchange and I am allowed to bring someone with me.

Thing is I asked my lawyer if I could bring a video camera or tape recorder to record him in case he says anything bad to me, or intimidating, or anything that doesn't have to do with our daughter and the child visitation. She told me no that video taping or recording any part of the exchange is illegal and I can get in serious trouble for it.

So today my ex and his father came to the exchange and waited in the lobby area. His father recorded me getting out of the car and walking all the way into the Wal-mart and continued to record me during the whole exchange and I advised him that any type of recording device is not allowed during the child exchange.

Am I right? What are the rules about recording devices in that situation?
Maybe I should add that he is abusive! And he has assaulted me and my daughter recently but it's still under investigation (videotapes from WalMart have been sent to be examined). He has violated the DVPO many times. The police are doing nothing. He does not care about his daughter and is JUST trying to keep control over me by trying to fight for custody. He's trying to distract the courts by claiming I'm in contempt of court because I'm usually an hour or more late to the visits or I don't show up at all. It's a lie. I'm always no more than 5 minutes late because I walk or take public transportation.

So if I could just get the rules on recording devices during this situation that would be appreciated.
I wanted a recording device to be safe if he tries to assault me again. He's bringing it to intimidate me and screw up the times so it looks like I am late when I am not. I am not being immature at all, I resent your accusations.

Answer
Hi! I understand and feel for you %110. Your very best thing to do is to let your lawyer know that he was taping you and that you thought that that was not legal. See what they have to say about it. The thing is that no judge is going to sit and watch a video like that and judge the hand off. Do your best. Act like a lady. If they are taping you smile and wave nicely as if your own parent were taping you. Have your daughter look at the camera and say "Hi Grandma!" Smile and be nice. Do have someone with you at the drop off. Play by the rules and do your best. Keep a documentation journal and write everything down. Rules or no rules about recording devices....I think what is best here is focusing on what you are both doing for your daughter and make sure what she sees is positive. I went through 10 years of this crap....I survived. You will too. So will your daughter. Bring with you afriend or family member and be sweet as honey. Once the custody stuff is over he will calm down. and most likely ignore both of you. Good luck and make sure you talk to your lawyer about it and do what they tell you to!

Best type of video camera for filming my children?

Tanya

I'm wanting an easy to use video camera that has great focus and zoom capabilities. Price isn't a prob as long as the playback is beautifully clear :) thanks

Answer
Consumer level HD camcorders have 4 problems. 1) Blurry, fuzzy, out of focus areas closely around people in videos taken by consumer level HD camcorders. 2) Any movement, even a wave or lifting an arm, while in front of a recording consumer level HD camcorder, results in screen ghosts and artifacts being left on the video track, following the movement. Makes for bad video, sports videos are unwatchable. 3) These Consumer level HD camcorders all have a habit of the transferred to computer files are something you need to convert, thus losing your HD quality, to work with your editing software. 4) Mandatory maximum record times - 1 hour, 30 minutes, 8 minutes, 3 minutes â four different times advertised as maximum record time for some consumer level HD camcorders. No event I have ever been to is that short. Either take multiple camcorders or pack up with out getting the end of the event on video. Not to mention, but the computer you upload your HD files to jas to have at least a 1 GB video card and a separate Audio card that can support Direct X 9 technology, you normal every day computer has massive troubles with HD video. Consumer level HD camcorders interpolate the video. This means they take one frame, make up the next 4 or 5 frames, take a frame and repeat this, over and over, for the remainder of the video, every video it takes is like this. With a MiniDV tape camcorder, record 60 or 90 minutes ( camcorder settings), 90 seconds or less to change a tape and record for 60 or 90 more and repeat till you run out of tapes.

You can get a Canon ZR960 for $250. It is a MiniDV tape camcorder, has a MIC jack. You will need a Firewire (IEEE1394) card ($25 to 30) for the computer and a Firewire cable (less than 10) to be able to transfer video to your computer. To say this is not HD, think about this. It would cost in excess of $3500 to get a HD camcorder that could equal the video Quality of a $250 Canon MiniDV tape camcorder.

http://www.canon.co.uk/For_Home/Product_Finder/Camcorders/High_Definition_HD/HV30/index.aspx

Camera vs. Camcorder for 1080p video recording.?

LotsOfQs

If a camera records in 1080p and so does a camcorder which one is better to use?

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A camcorder is. Reason. A camcorder will not overheat in about 20 minutes as a DSLR camera would. Once that camera overheats, it is not usable until it cools down, often the next day. But that said, I would not get either the camera or camcorder, because both these devices interpolate the video, which means of every 25 frames of video, 4 or 5 frames are taken by the lens assembly, the other frames in between these are filled in by the camcorder inner circuitry, thus giving you not true video. HD camcorders interpolate the video, which means of every 25 frames of video, 4 or 5 frames are taken by the lens assembly; the other frames in between these are filled in by the camcorder inner circuitry, thus giving you not true video. It looks like this -one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, from front to back of the video. Near impossible to edit, even when you have the Multi processor computer with the big Graphics and sound cards that is required to edit, view, watch and work with the files a HD camcorder produces.

If I were to shoot a Video, I would use a MiniDV tape camcorder. To get a HD camcorder that could equal or better the video quality of that MiniDV tape camcorder, you would have to spend in excess of $3300 to find that HD camcorder that could do that.

Camera (dslr?) with 1080p+ video recording? 10 points!?

Shay

So I am planning on getting a camera that has not only amazing quality in photos, but fantastic quality in video recording. (Somewhat like Bethany mota's camcorder.) I was considering the canon t4i but then it takes awhile to autofocus while recording and taking pictures.

I'm looking for a camera that has preferably 16mp+ and 1080p++ with quick auto focus. Is there such a camera out there? If so, please leave the name below! I also have a price range... I can't buy anything above $1,000. Thanks!

I'm also more looking into with both capabilities. Something like a DSLR. Thanks!

Answer
sorry. you can get digital cameras that take great photos and crummy video. or you can get camcorders that get great video and poor photos. there is no middle ground cameras. part of the problem lies in the CCD itself. Still cameras use a single CCD sensor with a Bayer pseudo random color filter. this system is exceptionally poorly suited to video which scans the image rather than taking a frame at once. Up scale camcorders use 3 CCD to get perfectly scanned color resolution. but this same scanning structure does not lend itself to still photos, or use with flash.

decide what is important and hope that camera makes reasonable compromises in the other areas.

Digital Video Camera?

gotwins694

Hey, i am looking for a digital video camera for personal use and also because i coach a high school footbal teama nd tired of the dang VHS i was wondering on where the best site is to ge one, which one s the best to get, and how exactly does it work? do you put in a dvd or what? if not what other equipment is needed to take the recored video and put it on a dvd? thanks alot!

Answer
I film for a high school football team and we use two MiniDV cameras. For your use, MiniDV is probably the best choice. It records on a very small digital tape. These cameras are generally the cheapest digital camcorders, but have excellent flexibility. DVD camcorders are available that record directly to a small DVD, however these cost more and can only record about 20 min on a DVD. The third option is a hard drive camcorder, which costs even more, but saves video clips onto an internal drive. This makes transferring the clips to a computer easy, but once the hard drive is full (most can record a few hours), you have to dump the video onto a computer or delete it before recording again. As far as where to buy, www.bhphotovideo.com and www.abesofmaine.com are the best. Both have great prices and are reputable. Some online stores might have better prices, but do not include things like the power cord that should be included. They will then charge you an arm and a leg for these "accessories." Good luck with your purchase.

Best Video camera for high school football recording to make highlight tapes?

Zach

I am looking for a video camera around $300 that is going to give me Excellent quality videos for making highlight tapes. Let me know what you use and if its best quality. Any help would be appreciated.

Answer
Canon FS300 Flash Memory Camcorder (Silver) - 2010 MODEL
Technical Details
Color: Silver

* Records video directly to removable SD memory cards
* Ultra-Sleek, Compact and Lightweight Design (7.9 oz)
* Genuine Canon 41x Advanced Zoom
* Canon DIGIC DV II Image Processor
* Dynamic SuperRange OIS corrects a full range of motion

ContourHD 1080p Full HD Helmet Camera
* Full HD Recording (1080p) - 1920x1080 pixels - 30fps
* 5 Megapixel Sensor
* Internal Microphone
* Removable Lithium-Ion Battery; records up to 4 hours
* Aluminum and Fiberglass Water Resistant Body

Thursday, February 6, 2014

how do i use my webcam on facebook to post a video on my friends wall? PLEASE HELP THIS FB 2011?

RameshF

THIS IS WITH FB 2011 i have a macbook and it says turn on camera or make sure it is not in use witha another application? please help

Answer
Log into your Facebook account. Click on the PROFILE tab at the top of the page.

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If you want to record a video to add, click the VIDEO icon at the top of the page (under WALL, INFO, PHOTOS, etc.) and then click RECORD. If you have a webcam, you can record a video and it will go directly to your Facebook page.

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If you want to add a video you have recorded and saved to your computer, click the VIDEO icon at the top of the page and click UPLOAD. You will browse your hard drive and choose the video to upload. (Note: The upload process can take a while. Just be patient and don't click away or you will have to start over.)

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You can also add a video to your profile that you see on someone else's Facebook page. Just click on the video, and underneath you will see COMMENT and SHARE. Click SHARE. You can either post the video to your profile or send it to friends in your address book.

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You can also add videos directly from YouTube. Just go to the YouTube site and find the video you want to add to your profile. Under the video, you will see icons for sharing options such as Digg, StumbleUpon, and Facebook. Click the Facebook icon and you will have the option to post the video to your profile, or to send to friends in your Facebook address book.

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The sharing option above also applies to most other sites that host videos such as Google Videos, Yahoo Videos, AOL Videos, Meta CafÃ©, Flickr, etc. If you find a video on the internet, chances are that you can upload it to Facebook through a sharing function.

Read more: How to Add a Video to Facebook | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/how_4582650_add-video-facebook.html#ixzz1eNYRjN7x

how to fix an recorded video by security camera?

Faiq

the camera was recording into AVI. format, and it went for like almost one hour. suddenly there was a power cut and the camera went off and the recording was stopped. the video is very important and i need to play it. any idea ? i have tried DIVFIX application and it gives this msg :
Processing file : Camera1_Record_2011_6_9_10_9_26.avi
Error: Input file is not an AVI file!

please help!!!

Answer
once try this software: Digital Video Repair tools. it can repair some corrupted videos...
thanks

Question about recording video games????

Tyler R

Everytime I try to record a video game, the bottom part of the screen is shaded and the top is normal. How do I fix this? Is there a software? Should I get a new video camera? No, I am not trying to record Halo.

Answer
Are you pointing a video camera at the TV? If you are, then it's pretty normal to get either weird shading or some sort of shady bar scrolling through the screen. It's just the peculiar way TVs output their signal and how video cameras record it. Have a read of this article, it has a few solutions:
http://entertainment.howstuffworks.com/question336.htm

How to record video game footage using a video Camera?

ijamesj93

I want to record my xbox 360 game footage and i recently found out u can do that by using a video camera. I have the camera that has the A/V out input that i plug into the RCA couplers (female to female). then i wondering do i just plug in my xbox cables to a female to female RCA Coupler then get two double connecters and connect my camera cables to that and then a seperate set of cables from the tv to the RCA Couplers? Sorry if this is confusing...if you dont know what im talking about i leave some links.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002B8WVVU/ref=pd_lpo_k2_dp_sr_1?pf_rd_p=486539851&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B000V1PB48&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=1D1VBHJ5VGD2G60GQD19

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002B8WVVU/ref=pd_lpo_k2_dp_sr_1?pf_rd_p=486539851&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B000V1PB48&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=1D1VBHJ5VGD2G60GQD19
also i forgot to mention in response to the first answer i dont have alot of money so this would prob be the cheapest way for me to do this. i would love to get a dazzle but its to much for me right now.

Answer
Well a better way to do this is by using a Dazzle Capture Card to record your screen on xbox like hyper cam for pc for more info go to http://www.pinnaclesys.com also if you have vista or seven you may have to download a few patches a youtube Vida to help you with this is http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MTtQTjg7WBM

What's a good camera for recording videos ?

Deondre

I need something I can buy a Stand with it I may have used the wrong word lol (stand) but sounds right ð³ but anyway I'm gone record videos I need something that's real good that will record clear videos I'm going to be putting them up on YouTube mostly dubset dances I say I'm ok & other ppl say I'm great but w'e'll see its just fun though I'm goin to be alone in this so ... Has to be a great cam it's not like someone's holding it recording me

Answer
HD Camcorders and DSLR Cameras interpolate the video, which means of every 25 frames of video, 4 or 5 frames are taken by the lens assembly; the other frames in between these are filled in by the camcorder inner circuitry, thus giving you not true video. It looks like this -one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, from front to back of the video. Near impossible to edit, even when you have the Multi port processor computer with the big 1GB Graphics card and a Sound card that is required to edit, view, watch and work with the files these camcorders produce.

DSLR Cameras, all Makes, all Models, all have the same problem when video taping some long videos, all overheat at the 13 to 18 minute mark, depending on the Make and Model. This is unavoidable, it all has to with the fact, video is an afterthought in DSLR camera production.

Consumer Level HD Camcorders and DSLR Cameras have 4 problems. 1) Blurry, fuzzy, out of focus areas closely around people in videos taken by consumer level HD camcorders. 2) Any movement, even a wave or lifting an arm, while in front of a recording Consumer Level HD Camcorder and DSLR Cameras, results in screen ghosts and artifacts being left on the video track, following the movement. Makes for bad video, sports videos are unwatchable. 3) These Consumer Level HD Camcorders and DSLR Cameras all have a habit of the transferred to computer files are something you need to convert, thus losing your HD quality, to work with your editing software. 4) Mandatory maximum record times - 1 hour, 30 minutes, 8 minutes, 3 minutes â four different times advertised as maximum record time for some Consumer Level HD Camcorders and DSLR Cameras. No event I have ever been to is that short. Either take multiple camcorders and DSLR Cameras or pack up with out getting the end of the event on video.

MiniDV is currently the most popular format for consumer digital camcorders. MiniDV camcorders are typically more affordable than their HDD and DVD counterparts. Each MiniDV tape will typically hold an hour of footage at normal recording speed and quality. MiniDV tapes are available for purchase at not only electronic and camera stores, but also at drugs stores and grocery stores, making them easy to find while your on vacation. There are literally hundreds of MiniDV camcorders available; both in standard and high-definition. And add the fact that to get a HD camcorder that could produce better video quality footage, one would have to spend in excess of $3500 for that camcorder that could produce higher quality video

http://simplevideoediting.com/learn/part1_camcorder_choices.htm

http://simplevideoediting.com/learn/part2_connect_camcorder.htm

http://usa.canon.com/cusa/consumer/products/camcorders/consumer_camcorders/vixia_hv40#Overview

Does the Mega pixel of a camera matters on the Video Recording?

The_One

does it matter if it's a 2.0 Mp camera or 5.0 Mp camera for recording?

what should I also consider on video recording?

I'm not trying to get those high class Camcorder...just planning on mobile phones (Iphon, LG viewty, LG shine, Samsung ect)

Answer
No, the mega-pixel value of the lens is not necessarily directly relevant to the performance of a camera that is recording video.

When looking for video recording, make sure the device is capable of recording at a rate of 30 frames per second (FPS). This is considered the standard national frame rate for the United States. Other countries use PAL, which is based on 24 FPS.

If you plan on recording video for use like in web pages, then the 320x240 resolution might be suitable for you.

If you want to have a better video recording, like something you might want to burn to DVD, then you need to have a camera that can sustain 30 FPS at a 640x480 minimum resolution.

The chips that are used to 'catch' photos that are installed in most all camera phones are of low quality. They are just not in the same category at all. Camera phones will also produce poor quality audio as well. Consider them good for catching emergency shots, for example like an automotive accident for evidence in a court of law.

While I would not go for a mobile phone for digital still photos or for video, I would go for a digital still photo camera that performs these functions.

For example, my 7.2 megapixel Sony camera takes great photos. It takes darn good video with audio as well. The video clip lengths are only limited by the amound of flash memory you have in your device. I really love this camera. Not to mention, as of December 15th 2007, it is currently going for something like $129.99 USD. It even comes with a carrying case, Sony rechargeable batteries, disposable batteries, hand strap, internal memory, and an intuitive user interface to boot. Check it out here: http://www.sonystyle.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10551&storeId=10151&langId=-1&productId=20005005 or browse to http://www.sony.com/ and search for Cyber-shotÂ® DSC-S700.

Hope this helps.

A good camera or a camcorder for recording music cover videos?

Sheikh

I need a good camera or a camcorder for recording music cover videos and music videos . I'll be using a external mic so the sound of the camera won't matter much. But I want a camera with high quality video capacity and my budget is under 200 dollars

Answer
All digital still cameras an most camcorders in your price range do not have a mic jack - so recording the audio separately is likely required.

Less expensive camcorders have small lenses and imaging chip and will not record video well under low-light or poor indoor lighting conditions. You end up spending money on lighting. As the recording device increases in cost, the lenses and imaging chip get larger allowing for better low/poor light behavior. While that lens diameter and imaging chip size increases, the camera's feature set increases and various controls start moving out of the menu and to the outside of the camcorder.

Point and shoot cameras are designed to capture digital still images. Capturing video (and audio) are secondary "convenience features". No mic connection and very limited other controls...

Any device can capture decent video if the lighting is adequate. This could be as simple as capturing video outside during bright, sunny conditions or inside adding lights like tripod-mouted worklights (relatively inexpensive - or maybe already in the garage?) from the hardware store... or as complex (and expensive) as getting PAR56 cans mounted to light trees and use dimmers...

You should also use some sort of steadying device... this could be a chair, floor, shelf, stack of books or a tripod...

Looking for a video camera to record amateur sitcom?

bigshow231

I'm an inspiring filmmaker and I need help on finding a video camera from $200-$350 for my new sitcom I'm about to film. Don't care for brand just need a really neat camera with HD, high fps, boom mic input & would record footage that look as if it came straight off of TV onto YouTube. What would you recommend...Help!

Answer
Hi "Big":

First, your budget is pretty low to get anything decent for pro-looking results, unless you buy used-gear. And contrary to popular consumer belief, you don't need "HD" to shoot high-quality 16:9 widescreen video. We haven't been in the "VHS quality" equipment era for almost 20 years, 'way before HDTVs entered people's living rooms. Just about everything made since 1990 shoots "DVD quality" video, and most have 16:9 widescreen settings.

Second, "high fps" has nothing to do with recording scripted TV shows. U.S. television is 30fps. Period. (You're not shooting "Mythbusters" or "Time Warp".)

(The correct term, BTW, is "aspiring" filmmaker. And if you want to do more than just aspire, pick up a book or two on modern filmmaking & video production techniques. And pick up a book on TV lighting techniques; that's where most of the "straight off of TV" look comes from. Here's a YouTube comedy short (shot by Jon Na) with great lighting, and almost 5 million views: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fIV3DVxKBO8 )

For a starting point, which meets your budget and wish-list, the Canon Vixia HF-R300 is under-$300, can accept an external mike, and shoots full-HD at a respectable 24Mbps (digital bit-rate, near pro-quality). Here's the Canon USA webpage with specs & manuals: http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/consumer/products/camcorders/consumer_camcorders/vixia_hf_r300#Overview

Just make sure your computer & editing software is up-to-par for handling AVCHD video footage. (Movie Maker ain't gonna cut it!) Otherwise, shop around eBay for a good used Canon or Sony MiniDV camcorder, which will give you near-broadcast quality footage, great digital sound, and be easy to edit.

hope this helps,
--Dennis C.
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What bridge camera is best?

Francesca

Looking to buy a good bridge camera
-no more that Â£250
-sharp, good colour images
-Built in flash
-able to record hd video well
-sd card compatible
-preferably with the tilt angle lcd
- and also possible adapters for fisheye

Answer
I agree with Trixie. The E-PL1 is a very good choice.
Most bridge cameras, in my opinion, are garbage. Out of the few dozen I've used, I've only liked one or two.
The Kodak z990 was an amazing camera in my opinion. However, it has a lot of glitches and Kodak is bankrupt so you might not want that. But in my opinion it was one of the best bridge cameras I've ever used.
The Fuji HS20 was also a good camera. It look pretty good pictures and is the closest thing to a dslr. However, the video mode was trash.
I think you should just skip the bridge camera stage and save up to get a entry level dslr. You can get a mirrorless camera for Â£250 or less.
And even a entry level dslr. I've found a D3100 online for $450, which is about Â£290. It is however a factory demo, but it is as good as new.
You can find it at Cameta Camera

Why the bridge or even snap and shoot cameras have better video/movie quality than DSLR cameras ?

Laith A

Hello
In most bridge cameras like Panasonic Fz35 , Sony HX1 , Canon SX20 IS or even compact like Sony T90 and others have better video / movie mode than DSLR cameras that have bigger sensors like Pentax K-x , Canon 500D/T1i and Nikon D5000 . The main problem confined in the ability of auto focusing during video mode and the no of fps.
Im wondering of the reason behind that especially we do find that even the smaller cameras like Sony T90 has very good quality of video mode that we could not find in most DSLR cameras.
In fact i do not see that is so important but i would like to add that i have used D5000 and have seen so many reviews on youtube , depreview ,camera lab , digital camera and others . Im interesting in D5000 , K-x , Fz35 and others ,also the new cameras :Sony HX5 , Panasonic ZS7 , Fujifilm F80EXR , Olympus Sp 800UZ and others. THE GOAL is to find a suitable camera for both video and photos.
What i mean the quality of video mode is related to both resolution and fps which include : sharpness , contrast and the movment of the action.

Answer
The higher the level of a camera, the more focused it is on best performance as a still image camera, and the less a manufacturer will care about side features like video. They are reserved for camcorders.

Instead of making compromises, that will diminish still image quality, in favor of better video, the high end cameras feature best possible still images, and only a so-so video. No serious photographer will use an SLR for video recording. So the more serious user they aim for, the less they care. The really high end SLRs have no video capability at all for the same reason.

LEM.

What is the best camera (or DSLR??) for HD video recording?

chono

I'm srry if what I'm saying sounds dumb or something because I'm totally new to like recording and cameras and pixels/frames/lenses, all that jazz. I really want to start making more quality videos for my youtube channel and I wanna purchase a new camera to do video recording with. i know that a lot of cameras have really good focusing/auto focusing (i dont know what its called). I'm looking for something around $300-600 (less than 300 would be awesome) In generally, I just need help finding a camera with good focus and takes quality- decent video for a reasonable price..
I know this is totally not specific but any recommendations will be appreciated

Answer
Most compact camera's will not do a good job in low light.
Most DSLRs will not auto focus during videos (because of the mirror which needs to be flipped for fast focusing) unless you buy a mirrorless camera which auto focuses.
You can buy a HD Camcorder which will do a pretty good job most of the time but the vidoes will not be professional looking. HD Camcorders will keep everything in focus most of the time (if not all the time) so you really can't keep certain things in focus and other things blurred. I mean selective focusing- similar to what we see in movies or nice videos.
Now if you are serious about decent quality videos and are fine to go with Manual focusing, you can take nice videos. Buy a Pentax K-01 body for around $300. Buy a Super Takumar M42 lens for around $100 with an adapter for Pentax. Once you get hold of the manual focusing, you will be amazed how beautiful videos taken be take on big sensors of DSLRs compared to any HD camcorders. If you want to use AutoFocus, your videos will keep getting that lens noise while it tries (and misses while)focusingg. Will be horrible when the light is low.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=olFmdvhBagY
http://photography-with-any-camera.blogspot.com/2013/04/video-comparison-compact-camera-vs.html

cheap, quality cameras.. for video recording?

luke brook

hello. i would love if someone gave me suggestions for cheap and quality cameras for video recording. and by quality i mean good lighting and colors. any ideas? :)

What angle should my camera record my piano playing?

Rally Car

I want to record myself playing piano, I already got the sound taken care of... but

How should I video record myself? Just showing my hands? Or all of me? I don't know. I've looked at other YouTubers and can't find any "successful" position.

Thanks
I want to upload videos to YouTube to share @Iridflare

Answer
If your going for a single angle that will be nice an simple to edit, I'd say directly from above. Presuming you have a small light point and shoot camera, you could use a light stand or mic stand to suspend it squarely above you while you play. Try framing it so that it shows your hands on the keyboard, with the full keyboard stretching left to right of the screen. The shape of the screen means you should be able to fit yourself on the edge of the frame. You could get creative and place a mirror on the piano tilted so that the camera can see a reflection of your face as you're playing.

The other option if you only have one camera is to fake a multi-cam shoot. This is more complicated and requires you to be capable of using a semi-professional non-linear editing programme. First record an angle showing a close up of your hands with audio, but before you start to play, with the audio recording clap or play a quick sharp beat. Then take the audio from that and play it through loud speaker whilst you record from different angles. Try to keep your playing in time with the first recording, and make sure your camera captures the clap/beat at the start of the recording as it plays through the speakers. You can then take all the different angles and line up the first clap. This will put all your shots in time. Strip all the audio except the original and then go through the timeline and chose what angle you will use for every part of the music. Some editing programmes like Premiere Pro or Final Cut include a multi-cam mixer, which makes life a lot easier!

Hope this helps, if you need anything else pop me an email.

Best wishes,
Brice

Decent camera for recording piano music?

I am looking for a camera, not extremely high professional, mind you.

Just a nice camera that records good sound quality for musical instruments. Visual does not matter as much, but it would be nice.

Answer
The Canon VIXIA HF R200 Flash Memory Camcorder is an entry-level high definition camera that's packed full of user-friendly features. Record your memories with the help of the camera's 3.28MP CMOS sensor, Genuine Canon HD Video Lens, and the DIGIC DV III Image Processor.

Wednesday, February 5, 2014

Continuous Recording with a video camera?

Wii 60 Man

It says "you can store up to 8 hours of continuous video and audio on a 2GB SD Card"

It also says "Continuous Recording, Oldest Video is Overwritten"

What does this mean? Does it mean i will have to buy a SD card every time something runs out or does it mean i can only take 1 video then if i take another the old one gets erased?

I want something like you can take how long videos you want then you can delete them on your or save them on your computer whenever you want with an SD card.

Thanks

http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-STEALTH-Handheld-Night-Vision-IR-Camera-Recorder-/200439718564?cmd=ViewItem&pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2eab2362a4

Here is the camera i am talking about.

Answer
you can use it like the black box recorder on an airplane. it will run unattended and will always have the last 8 hours of video when you return. it only over-writes when in the unattended mode. for regular operation it takes a new clip on demand, when the 2 GB card is full, you replace the card or download contents to a computer and erase the card. 2 GB cards are not expensive, and if you buy a new card everytime then the old one becomes the archive if you need it, instead of filling up the hard drive on your computer.

Video Camera at Night?

ryan2_2coo

I have a Panasonic SDR-S26 Video Camera and it doesn't have night vision. Is their some sort of Infra Red Light i can buy to use with it so i can be able to record videos in the dark?

Answer
well there should be light on the camera

which camera takes good photos and videos like these?

random

I'm looking for an awesome camera(DSLR/SLR) that's under $800 and takes amazing photos like this
pic:http://studiobportraits.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Professional-head-shot-of-beautiful-high-school-senior-pictures-at-Studio-B-Portraits.jpg

i know that the pic was edited but im a pro at photoshop so that shouldnt be a problem. I'm just looking for a camera best for personal/ family photoshoots for a trip that i'm going on for 6 months.

and can record a video that is clear like this

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yc3iprr1VGk&feature=channel_video_title

or anything close?

I was looking at a Nikon d3100 but i wasnt sure if it did a good job which is why i'm asking.
Thanks in adavance! :)

Answer
Any DSLR would be good and will take photos like those. The D3100 is a great entry-level camera and is capable of shooting excellent quality clear and crisp shots. I'd say go with it and invest in some good lenses because that's what matters more. I suggest you read this user review to help you in making a decision:

http://www.amazon.com/review/RQMA3E4E109LS/ref=cm_cr_pr_perm?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B003ZYF3LO&nodeID=&linkCode=&sourceid=md.ds&tag=famavca-20

You can get a good deal for it on here:

http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-D3100-Digital-18-55mm-3-5-5-6/dp/B003ZYF3LO/ref=cm_rdp_product&sourceid=md.ds&tag=famavca-20

And since you seem to be interested in taking portraits mainly, the lens i'd suggest for you is this one:

http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-50mm-1-4G-Digital-Cameras/dp/B001GCVA0U/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1321074288&sr=1-1&sourceid=md.ds&tag=famavca-20

And the best most inexpensive travel lens is this one:

http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-18-105mm-3-5-5-6-Digital-Cameras/dp/B001EO6W8K/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1321074445&sr=1-3&sourceid=md.ds&tag=famavca-20

im looking for a new SLR-like camera around $400...any suggestions?

Denys

Answer
Ok you need a Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ50 owner to actually set the record straight on the camera then a so called expert like flotoace. I got this camera over a DSLR for a few things that DSLR cannot do. First of all if you buy a DSLR camera you will need to buy about 3-6 Lens in order to get the zoom of what the FZ-50 can get you. the FZ-50 can go from 35-420mm, price out the lens for the DSLR lens and see how much you will spend. Yes the 50 can only go to F-stop 3.7 at 420mm where the DSLR can go to 2.8 at sporting events...at a heafty weight where you will need a tripod for it while the 50 can be handheld. Now the picture quality: Wow i say the 50 gives alot of the so called DSLR great cameras a run for the money in this. I have taken stunning pics with my 50 and have put them up against other DSLR in my photo club and i have walked away with DSLR owners grumbling under thier breath that they bought the wrong cameras. The quality of the pictures, colors, sharpness is just crazy. To look at pictures that at least 740 owners of the 50 have taken go to this site:
www.flickr.com
enter in Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ50 and you will see amazing pics.
I did not want to carry all this equipment that you would have to with the DSLR owners have to in order to just take a picture.
Another advantage is that the FZ-50 lets you grow into the camera, lets you learn and grow. Yes it has full auto, Scene mode, and you can have full manual control too...oh and can DSLR take video in either 4:3 or 16:9 mode? Thought not!
Here are some sample pics i have taken with the 50...enjoy:
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2011/2068485133_495f337da3_b.jpg
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2270/2074447014_78b76f1ec8.jpg
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2035/2115574001_df1dd55587.jpg
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2124/2104367010_ec10d61acb.jpg
oh and if any DSLR owner ask...yes i have enlargeged some of my pics all the way to 30x36 with no problems in picture quality at all. good luck on you decision.

Tuesday, February 4, 2014

Can You Record Videos With An SLR Camera?

Lily Rose

I am not a professional photographer, so please don't get mad at me if this is a dumb question. What SLR cameras do you recommend- which takes great videos and is reasonably priced?
Thanks for all of your answers. They were really helpful.

Answer
I am a Nikon users, and I would recommend you the new Nikon D5000 for beginner or maybe even the Nikon D90.

Both are very good camera and the Nikon D90 shoot HD video...

digital slr camera with hd recording under $600?

John

i am looking for a digital slr camera with a lens that is high definition and films at 60fps for under $600??
i wanted to be able to film at 60fps so i could do slo motion and twixtor
i had a camcorder but i want to upgrade to a digital slr

Answer
How about $650? A Nikon D5100 will shoot video at Full HD, but not at 60 fps. For that you need to up your budget to around $800.

Why do you think you need 60 fps? Internet gossip?

If you are still interested in shooting video, look for a real video camera. dSLR's are primarily still cameras with a video feature.

You need to spend some time deciding what you want in the way of a video camera and either choose a real video camera or be satisfied with what dSLR cameras can produce.

Cheap Camera for recording video games?

Undertaker

Now i've been googling the same thing but everyone says to use a capture card. The thing is, i want to record gameplay AND commentary that is live. Darksydephil whom does this uses a camera that costs $350 and i can not afford to spend even near that.
If possible i would like a camera that can charge (use power from an outlet) and record at the same time so i don't have to re-charge the battery.
Yes, i understand that i would need to point a camera straight towards my tv on a tri-pod that is what i plan on doing, I just need to find a cheap camera that can do the job with semi decent quality videos and semi decent mic.

Answer
Cameras don't record video from a television or game screen, for that you'd need a link to a video recorder like the cable companies use.

With a camera you'd need a tripod and have to point the camera at the screen and roll video... that's the only way a camera will do it.

What digital cameras record videos in AVI?

figureskat

I was thinking about Kodak or Panasonic (or any others you know of) but they have to record videos in AVI so I can use them on windows movie maker. I know they can be converted but its bad quality...

Thanks!

Answer
Most cameras record in AVI, Canon does for sure. I thought that they all did. If you're looking for a camera that does, the Canon cameras definitely do though, that's not a worry. A good camera for all sorts of photography is the Canon SD1100

Please recommend me a good digital camera with at least 8 MP & 8x optical zoom & 720p video recording.?

Alireza X

a trustworthy manufacturer
optical image stabilization
face detection
powerful flash

Answer
While most cameras take video, and some camcorders take photos; to get the best of both, you need both. Have not seen a camera that compares with the video from a camcorder and most camcorders can't take good quality photos. Suggest the least expensive Canon, a ZR900 MiniDV Camcorder ($229 bought today for $169 at Walmart) and the Canon A590IS camera.

http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=177&modelid=16206#ModelDetailAct ...
This Canon HV30 Mini DV Camcorder also takes 3.1 MP photos. Other camcorders take about 1 MP photos, but 3.1 MP is great. Click the link above, then Features, then Stunning Digital Photography to see 3.1 Mega Pixel specification. The next link shows best prices.
http://bountii.com/search.php?item=HV30&sort=price_asc&start=0 ...

Click this link for other camera tips and complete instructions on cleaning camera and battery electrical contacts.
http://www.google.com/base/a/4210404/D13701973093918363271

In new cameras, look for a viewfinder (LCD invisible in bright sun), optical image stabilizer, and check battery prices. High mega pixel settings take longer to process and may not be needed unless required for very large pictures. Maximum print size for a 3 mega pixel setting is 8 x 10 inches. Click links below for more details.
http://www.kodak.com/eknec/PageQuerier.jhtml?pq-path=398&pq-locale=en_US&_requestid=2039 ...
http://www.kenrockwell.com/tech/mpmyth.htm ...

The Canon A590IS is a slightly older model that is available everywhere at great sale prices. Think it is a great camera and a best buy. It has auto focus, a viewfinder, optical image stabilization, and uses rechargeable NiMH batteries.
http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/A590IS/A590ISA.HTM ...
http://bountii.com/deal-1523871-canon-powershot-8-0-megapixel.html ...

You may never need expanded wide angle or telephoto capabilities, but the A590 IS is compatible with Canon's accessory lens adapters: A small button next to the lens bezel is actually a latch; press it and you can remove the bezel ring, exposing a bayonet mount for accessory lenses. Canon offers the WC-DC52 0.7x wide-angle lens, the TC-DC52A telephoto lens, the 250D 52mm closeup lens separately, along with the LA-DC52G adapter to mount them on the camera. (Note that the wide, tele, and macro lenses all need the LA-DC52G adapter to mount them to the camera. The lenses won't work by themselves.)

There is no one place to get great buys, but click the second link in the information above then search for your camera of choice at the upper left. Camera prices at this link change often.

What gives a camera its picture quality?
It is mostly the skill of the photographer that produces high quality pictures. The lens and camera are very important, but the ability to set the scene, adjust the cameras settings, and hold the camera very still or use a tripod with auto or remote shutter actuation when required is what gets the great pictures. Mega pixel resolution is about potential photo size, not picture quality.

There are so many cameras out there it is difficult to say which is best, but the second source link will be very helpful as it list most of the cameras out there with prices. The following information should help you know what to look for in a camera.

A friend asked me to clean and charge her new 2000mAh Duracell batteries as described in the next link. Those batteries are still going strong after four months of normal use and have not been recharged.
http://www.google.com/base/a/4210404/D13701973093918363271

Most NiMH rechargeable batteries need a recharge when not used after two weeks, but Duracell and RayOVac new formula 2000mAh NiMH batteries hold charge one year. Twelve 2000mAh batteries over five years old are still like new. Higher mAh batteries (one year old) work well in flashlights, but won't start a camera.

CAUTION Do not overcharge! Batteries can be damaged. Use an automatic two or more hour Energizer Compact smart charger with temperature monitor, trickle charge technology, and safety timer ($9.76). Use pre-charged 2000mAh Duracell ($12.97) or RayOVac ($5.97) batteries and a full cycle charge. To preserve battery charge, use the viewfinder.

For longer life, batteries should be charged slowly and stored at cool temperatures and half charge. Avoid full charge and high temperatures or very low charge as both will damage batteries. This link is about prolonging the life of lithium-ion batteries.
http://www.batteryuniversity.com/parttwo-34.htm ...

This could be the best slim line camera with a viewfinder and ... It's PINK, but it uses a $49.50 Series G Rechargeable 960mAh lithium-ion battery.
http://shopping.yahoo.com/p:Sony%20Cyber-shot%20DSC-W150%2FR%20Digital%20Camera:1995337750;_ylc=X3oDMTB0bjZzaWNuBF9TAzk2NjMyOTA3BHNlYwNmZWVkBHNsawNlbGVj ...
http://www.digitalcamerareview.com/default.asp?newsID=3462&review=sony+cybershot+w150 ...

CAUTION To prevent memory card corruption, keep batteries charged, format in camera, and don't delete or fill card completely. Wait for lights to stop flashing then turn camera off before removing memory. For card readers, double click Safely Remove Hardware. Select, then click Stop and OK.

Lots of great camera tips in this link.
http://www.danscamera.com/Learning/going_digital/#resolution ...

My camera has 5.2 mega pixel, but I use 3 most of the time because it gives great results, is faster, and takes less memory. Also, it only has a 3 x optical zoom and 7 x digital zoom. I never use the digital zoom because making pictures larger works better on the computer. This is an old camera, but everyone is impressed with the quality pictures it takes ... like magic.

Once you select a camera, read all about it in the owner's manual. Check the camera maker's site or view owner's manuals at this link. You will need to Login. http://www.retrevo.com/s/digital+ca

What's the best digital video/photography camera?

Lamia Dela

Hey guys, I want a good digital camera that does amazing quality videos (for short movies) that I will edit on final cut pro later and good quality still images. Do you know what brand is the BEST? Like, amazing quality?

Answer
This a common question and i always suggest Canon EOS Rebel T3i.
Why? simply because you have full HD video, Ability to articulate LCD screen and Digital zoom :)

I found this review of a person who is using this camera to record videos:

http://www.amazon.com/review/R3PXVNJV03XQEH/ref=cm_cr_pr_perm?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B004J3V90Y&nodeID=&linkCode=&sourceid=mh.ds&tag=kefauca-20

As you can see, the T3i definitely delivers in picture quality and video. Its Live Mode is great for videos and can help when composing shoots from various angles.

I found also that you can get it at a good price from here:

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-T3i-Digital-Imaging-18-55mm/dp/B004J3V90Y/ref=zg_bs_281052_1/184-7731940-3512404&sourceid=mh.ds&tag=kefauca-20

Can I sue my teacher for video recording me?

Krrr

So my math teacher has a video tape of our class, the thing is no one in my class knew she recorded us until she told us, she told us this because our class was out of control and if we didnt calm down she would send the video to the principal or someone like that. After she told us everybody was freaking out, and im kinda freaked out too. I was just wondering if video recording someone with out their permission is legal.

Answer
The answer depends on the state in which you are located. In most states what your teacher did would be legal.

Many schools have surveillance cameras in classrooms and hallways.

How do I choose not to record sound on my Sony HDR-HC3?

Joe

I am trying to not record the audio portion while using the Sony HDR-HC3 and was hoping there was a way to do it on the camera or on Dartfish.

Answer
Hi Joe, and welcome to Yahoo!Answers:

I'll assume you are using Dartfish to capture sports-analysis footage (or other non-classroom scenes) where the audio track isn't needed or wanted.

Since the Sony HDR-HC3 doesn't have a normal "external mic" input jack that you could mute by inserting an "empty" 3.5mm stereo (1/8" phone plug) connector, it will be easier to mute the audio using the Dartfish "DV Import Tool" after you finish recording, since you have a DV/HDV cassette camcorder.

When you start Dartfish, and select the DV Import dialog, and if you click on "Recording Options" there's a section marked "Capture Device" which has two drop-down menus: one for the Video source, and one for the Audio source.

This is where you'll be able to select ANY other audio source that's NOT the DV Camera audio (usually called "Microsoft DV Camera" in the menu). You should be able to select your normal sound card recording sources, and just go into your Windows Control Panel (in your Start Menu) for "Sounds & Audio Devices" and click Mute or Mute All for any microphone or line recording inputs. The original audio stream from the DV tape will be bypassed with this method.

I don't have the PDF manual for the Handycam HC3 right now, but there may (or may not) be a way to fade down the built-in microphone inputs in some camera menu setting. (I'll post an update link in my Sources below, if I find that from Sony.) This is the big difference between a pro-level camcorder (with real audio knobs) and a consumer camcorder like the HC3.

Make use of Dartfish.com's customer support help, when using their software. Here's an online video tutorial covering the basic menus & workflow for importing DV footage (start viewing at 04:30 for DV Import): http://www.dartfish.tv/Presenter.aspx?CR=p3c4873m12986

hope this helps,
--Dennis C.
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Monday, February 3, 2014

Whats the best video camera for recording live music?

Jamie

Whats the best video camera, for under $500, that i can record good live music and have a pretty good image quality?

Answer
http://www.soundmakesthemovie.com/

Video quality is similar to something like a Flip camera (passable, not great) but the sound is pretty good. You can get one for under $300 if you look around.

How Do I Use A Video Camera to record music?

Matt

I have a video of me and my band playing a song taped by my dad.
Is there a way to use the audio from that video and make it an mp3 on the computer? Help is appriciated, Thanks

Answer
Yes... Different video editors handle it differently. For example, in Apple iMovieHD, you "extract" the audio, then drag the audio to the desktop. It will be in lossless AIFF format.. Then, using something like Audacity, import the AIFF, edit it (typicall the start and end) and export as a MP3 file... But you did not tell us which computer, operating system, video editor or audio application you want to use.

Good Camera To Record Drums?

Q. Can someone give me a link or something for a cam corder that would record a drum kit nicely, my camera is 7 megapixels, its not enough, any ideas? :)

Answer
Video resolution is measured using horizontal lines of video. 480 is standard definition TV. Anything above this is "high definition" - generally 720 or 1080. Anything below this is very compressed and likely poor quality - generally the case with digital still cameras that happen to capture video as a convenience.

To successfully record drums, you will need to have some sort of audio control. For the most part, the camcorder's built-in automatic mic gain control is overwhelmed by loud audio that results in very muddge sounde being recorded - and many time "static" which is actually the audio "peaking".

Hard drive camcorders do not handle prolonged, loud, vibration. The recording heads on the hard drive will park in an effort to save the platters. The camcorder's buffere will fill and you will get a "buffer overflow" error message - and no video recorded. They also have a problem in high altitude - and a few more problems that probably won't impact you.

MiniDV tape and flash memory camcorders do not suffer from these issues. So...

1) Establish a budget.
2) Identify what camcorders fall into your budget that meet the above criteria.

Some Sony entry level consumer camcorders have a very rudimentary "Normal" and "Low" mic gain setting that is accessed from the camcorder's menu. In the camcorder manual, look for "MicRefLevel".

Some Canon entry level consumer camcorders have a very rudimentary "Off" and "On" mic attenuator setting that is accessed from the camcorder's menu. In the camcorder manual, look for "Attenuator".

The Canon HV40 is the least expensive camcorder with a 10-12 step manual audio control available through the menu.

And turn on the lights when you record your playing. There are no consumer camcorders under about $1,300 that can handle low light well - the lenses and imaging chips are too small...

Video Camera For Drumming?

Silver Blu

Hello, I need a video camera to record me drumming. i dont necessarily need good video, i just need good audio, my price range is 200-300. i know cannon makes the best, but like i said, audio is the most important since i am a professional drummer. please give me a good camera, (Do not recommend a flip)

Answer
Canon FS400 is Good hunting video begins while using pictures your camcorder sees, processes and records.

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