I want to use a samson usb microphone (audio) and a kodak digital camera (video) to make movies, can I do it?

Michael

The camera has a mic built in, but I don't want to use it, I'd rather use the better quality Samson C01u usb microphone I have. So when I'm playing guitar, how do I use the Samson for audio and the Kodak for video. I can't "disable" the microphone inside the camera. Is there any solutions to this?

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Yes - it is actually pretty easy. Use the camera to record the video and use the USB mic to record audio. In your video editing software, you can disable the audio from the camera and insert the audio file form your USB mic. You can also sync the audio so that it matches up with the video. I use Roxio software, but pretty much any video editing software will do this.

http://www.amazon.com/Roxio-246000-Creator-2011/dp/B004074Y42/ref=sr_1_1?s=software&ie=UTF8&qid=1291729697&sr=1-1

Best portable Handycam and Digital camera ?

johnpau201

I am planning to buy a small tiny camcorder/digital camera which has 1080P recording.

If it has some built in flash card storage which can do around 5+ recording it will be great.

Any suggestions and model numbers are appreciated.

Thanks in advance

Can any of the current 4G cell phone does that ?

Answer
The GE DV1-GG Waterproof and Shockproof 1080P Pocket Video Camera has a Christmas bonus discount now of 35%, making it sell for under $85. You read that right: UNDER $85

It has won awards in every show it has been entered into, such as
WINNER: Digital Movie Awards,
WON the Silver Award at the 2011 Summer Digital Camera Grand Prix,
WON the Plus X award in Germany
Highly commended from GadgetSpeak.
Color: Graphite Grey
Just some of the best features are:
1080P Digital Video Camera
2.5 Inch auto brightness LCD screen
SD slot for SD/SDHC cards up to 32GB
Shockproof
Waterproof up to five meters
Built-in USB for easy transfer
66 owners have rated it 4 stars from 5.

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Decent camera for recording piano music?

Q. 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.

New HD Video Camera as webcam/recording device?

Ron

I record music and such on my computer with an audio interface for wind instruments, voice, guitars, piano, etc... I would like to record video at the same time, but my webcam inside the laptop is terrible and lags a lot. I already know you can hook up any camera with the composite AV cords and a converter, but I do not want to spend any more. My family got themselves a Panasonic HC-X900M HD camcorder recently. It has an HDMI port, and so does my laptop. It also has an av multi (for the composite which I don't want) and a usb port. Is there a way or recording software I can get to use this camera via USB or HDMI and record through my laptop like a webcam?

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The HDMI port on the laptop is most likely outbound only - no inbound video.

The camcorder won't stream over USB.

To get where you want - without spending more $ - you can't get there from here.

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I want to video record my college lectures?

Josephine

I'm going to be a junior premed student. I've already asked my professors if it would be ok to record during lectures, and they said its fine. Over the summer I took a Physics class and video recording the lectures to review later really helped with studying.
The only problem is that the battery of my camcorder only lasts about two hours before dying. Is there a camcorder out there that has a longer battery life? I had my camera on the lowest video quality setting and the battery still depleted.
I'm taking organic chemistry, Japanese I, animal physiology, and anatomy, and I want to record all of these classes (about 4 hours total recording time per day). Any options on better camcorders?

Answer
Speaking as one who has retired from a professional career in medicine, I can agree that technology is always tempting, However, you can misuse it too. Even if your professors do not mind being recorded, you are still going to divert your attention far too often from what they are saying in favour of your recording process. In effect you are going to spend twice as long in the learning process, and then where is the rest of your social life?
Do yourself a favour and learn to take notes with a high-tech writing implement and a high-tech paper notebook. Good luck with your studies, and try to avoid buying lots of spare batteries and memory cards.

Lecture videos online?

Dreamy Mer

So i watched a few videos on youtube, and it was a lecture by a harvard professor. Why do they post videos for public use? Don't people pay money to attend lectures? And suppose a student records a lecture for private use, is it legal?

Answer
Why do they post videos for public use?

It's primarily to help students refer back to lecture "notes" in case they don't understand the concept. It also allows for other disadvantaged students who don't have good professors or a college education to learn from their videos.

Don't people pay money to attend lectures?

Yes, students pay tuition which pays for the lectures. Sometimes it can cost 30 dollars or more each lecture.

And suppose a student records a lecture for private use, is it legal?

If you have a professor's permission, then Yes. Many students I know have voice recording devices and very few have cameras. But their main goal is to succeed in the class with whatever it takes. It technically becomes illegal if you don't have the professor's permission. It's all about the professor's consent. If it's allowed, then it's legal. But, most students do it anyway to study. They usually don't get in trouble because they don't send it around or post it online without permission.

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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-shot® DSC-S700.

Hope this helps.

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Best digital video camera for recording music?

michael151

Hey guys I'm a singer and want to record my performances what camera has really high quality audio and picture not super expensive would be great thank you :)

Answer
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 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.

Answer
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

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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.

Recording voice in video camera?

happygirl

If I had shot a video using a canon camcorder, can I play back and then add voice by using a plug in mic? What kind of mic can I buy for recording?

Answer
You can not add audio for the video in-camera. But, you can leave the lens cap on and record your voice with the camera. It will be a black video clip that you can edit it in later using your video using video editing software like Windows MovieMaker, etc.

The better way is to record your voice using a mic plugged into your PC and using your PC recording program. Your audio will be saved as a .wav file and that can be added and/or replace the existing audio of your video in the editor program.

Ideally, the best audio is done by using a separate recording device. I use a Zoom 4Hn for voice, music, and ambient sound.

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Time-Lapse Video Help?

Paisley

My professor video taped a presentation I did on her video camera but she recorded it as a time-lapse video. Is there any way this could be fixed? I was hoping to keep this video since it was part of my year long project. Thanks for the help!

Answer
Unless the time lapse was actually fast forward, no. If it was a time lapse mode she recorded in, then her camera took one frame every x number of seconds and it plays back at the normal speed of say 30 frames per second. Any information that took place between each frame is lost for good.

It's like taking a before and after shot with nothing documenting the in- bweeen steps.

how do you record good quality sound from hd video camera?

Taz

it is a live event and I have full access to video rights ,the sound and the p.a system.

Answer
In this case, get a Digital Audio Recorder and the cable needed to hook this to the PA system. Record the audio separately, this venue probably has better audio capture hardware, make use of it. Then mix audio in post on your NLE timeline. Then be a roving camera operator, does not matter what sounds you capture, if you have a good enough NLE, lock down this audio from camcorder as a separate file and use it as room noise. Be better and beg, borrow some body to help you, use two or three camcorders and make a good presentation in the end, no ne needs to worry what sound they are capturing, only the video image.

When using a device to capture audio that is not your camcorder, use this tip to be able to SYNC your audio and video together once both are put on a timeline for video editing purposes. Standing close to Microphone, in front of your camcorder, with both recording devices recording the video and audio, CLAP, LOUDLY. Now so long as the recorders stay recording, you have a sync point so when you get back to the computer, it is much easier to sync the audio and video together.

Most of all, have fun.

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What video camera is best to film golf or tennis swing?

csss s

I need a relatively cheap(under 300) camera that I can record swings, and then immediately be able to show my student on the camera playback ith slomo or freeze frame

Answer
seriously, try calling local golf courses, or instructors if they're listed in your phone book...(oops showing my age with the phone book reference) Anyhow, make some calls to local teaching pros and simply ask them what equipment they are using. You may be surprised at hoe economical these guys are. They don't get rich at this profession! Good Luck.

What video camera is best to film golf or tennis swing?

csss s

I need a relatively cheap(under 300) camera that I can record swings, and then immediately be able to show my student on the camera playback ith slomo or freeze frame

Answer
Search 'high speed video camera' . Same golf results.

Theres a couple. Casios and nikon j1

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WM_QQ8_7XTw

http://www.dpreview.com/forums/thread/3270463

http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20130407224238AAtIrMu

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How do i transfer videos from my Android to my PC?

Jakester93

Im trying to get videos on my phone to my PC. I connected them with a USB, and opened my phone storage to look for the videos, but I cannot find them! Is there an easier way to do this, or can somebody help me and walk me through this? Thank you!

P.s. I have a Droid X
Thank you, I transfered them, but for some reason some of the videos i recorded are not playing after I transfered them, they turned into a jpg?

Answer
Are they videos that you recorded? If so, and if I'm remembering correctly, then you should find the videos in a folder on your memory card called DCIM. The video should be in a folder within DCIM called Camera. And the file will be the date and time you recorded the video. For example "2012-02-06_14-28-53.....3gp"

Are you sure that you recorded them as videos, and not just photos? Videos should be saved as .3gp files, whereas photos are saved as .jpg files. You may, however, need a video converter in order to play the videos on your computer. Something like Any Video Converter should do the job.

What Video Camera Should I Get?

Naygro Joe

So I make films for youtube as a hobby (Comedy Sketches) and I want a camera with good quality. Like good HD quality that I can edit special effects into cleanly. Don't just recommend the cheap ass ones because I'm "Just Learning". I've been doing this for 3 years with only 60 subscribers :( . I also plan on entering some film festivals/competitions. I have around $500 but I can get more over time, I probably can't spend more than $800. So, what do you guys recommend :P

Answer
Canon PowerShot A1300 16.0 MP Digital Camera with 5x Digital Image Stabilized Zoom 28mm Wide-Angle Lens with 720p HD Video Recording Great camera for the price. Purchased the camera in May 2012 to shoot family events, friends ect. You could not ask for a better price vs performance camera. Very simple to use, excellent picture and video quality. I would suggest getting a cushioned camera case that includes the USB thumb drive reader for $10, the case is perfect for travel and storage when not in use. The USB reader is a great option when offloading the memory card.

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Should I get a video camera to record myself playing guitar or is an Iphone 4 good with sound quality?

Brandon

I'm wanting to start recording myself while playing guitar and I don't know if an Iphone 4 is sufficient. I don't have my guitar with me because I recently moved.

Answer
obviously video camera. depends on your budget :)

youtube video camera?

Q. im looking to get a camera to record videos and post them on youtube. i dont need nothin special and i have around 100-200 i can spend. most of the videos will be me playing the guitar, so im lookin for one with decent sound quality. any suggestions?
all the cameras ur givin me are 200-300 cameras!!!

Answer
buy the jvc GZ-MS100us its a YouTube camera made for downloading videos directly into you tube with the touch of one button.it comes in silver and ruby red.

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how to record a video on my phone?

candz make

i have the Sony Ericsson w350a phone
the one that flips down and has a music player on it
i was wondering how do you record a video on the phone?
oh on the more options there isnt a video option

Answer
Try turning on your camera, go to options, then video.

video recording camera?????

Coolguy11

For my high school graduation, I wanna get a camera or video recorder or something, that allows you to take pictures (good quality) and put it up on Facebook. Something that also is good for video recording and you could post it up on facebook. Do you know the name of the thing? And where can i buy it?

I wanna buy it cuz so i could tell my friends how I am right now, how i'm doing in college, how the campus looks like, etc. Thanks.

Answer
Nearly any digital camera will do both.

Camcorders do much better for video, but can take still images to the limit of their sensor.

Still digital cameras have much finer sensors,and excellent photo capabilities, but moderate to decent video capabilities.

Most tablets/phones have still/video cameras, and can directly publish to the web.

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Cheap, good, 1080p, HD, video camera help.?

panag3

Hello.

I need a cheap HD video camera for a POV short film i'm going to do soon. All I need for it to do is shoot clear HD video and use SD cards (or something that is easy to import into Final Cut)

Looking to spend under $300.

Thanks for any help.

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. 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.usa.canon.com/cusa/consumer/products/camcorders/consumer_camcorders/zr960

Camera with manual focus + 1080p recording for under £180?

Lil'MissMu

I am looking for a camera with 1080p recording and manual focus for under £180? I will be using it to record short films. If you have any ideas and/or suggestions that would be appreciated. Thanks xx

Answer
I have a JVC Full HD (1080p) video camera that costs just under £140 on Amazon.uk

http://www.amazon.co.uk/JVC-GZ-EX210BEK-equipped-Digital-Camcorder/dp/B007DH9UW2/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1390164601&sr=8-2&keywords=jvc+camcorder

It does not have manual focus however

My guess is that you want to use selective focus using a shallow depth of field.

You are not going to find such a camera within your budget.

For that you need a camera with a large sensor like the Nikon D7100 or Canon 7D and a number of different lenses. Remember to add the necessary accessories you need to make a dSLR into a vialbe video camera.

Here is a link that describes those accessories and a list of where you can find them.

https://vimeo.com/15928756

Usually by the time you add all those accessories to your dSLR, the amount of money you will spend could have been used to buy a real video camera like those sold by Panasonic.

LINK.

http://www.panasonic.com/business/provideo/AG-AC7.asp

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what camera is good for recording a video game?

Q. the video game is SAINTS ROW 2 xbox 360 and am tryin 2 record and put it on youtube but i only have a webcam with bad quality i want the camera to focus on the screen only


CHEAP CAMERA

Answer
You don't want to use a camera for recording gameplay. You need a capture card. For standard definition you can use a Dazzle which are quite cheap.


For HD gameplay you can use a HD PVR but are more expensive.

How to connect a Camera to record Video Game footage?

Alucard

How can I connect a Casio Exilim 10.1 Mega Pixel Camera to record video game footage like the Angry Video Game Nerd and the Irate Gamer? It came with a cable to connect to the RCA inputs on the TV. Real answers only please. I will select the best answer to who helps the most.

Answer
It won't work. The cables are only for displaying on the Television, not the other way around. If you're wanting to do this, you may want to invest in some equipment.

At first I used Pinnacle Studio Ultimate Collection which came with an adapter that allowed me to record my game play videos at a reasonable definition. I got this on sale for about $90, but I believe the standard price is about $130.

I was then referred to the Hauppauge HD Personal Video Recorder, which records my videos in high quality for the current generation consoles as well as inputs for AV cables. If you're interested in seeing the quality, I have videos up on YouTube. Feel free to send me a message at any time. :-)

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video camera from movie rent..?

dlc8675

does anyone know what the video camera that guy in rent had was called?i think there SO cool! and totally want one.. whats it called?

Answer
Um... no you don't. Unless you want to spend mucho $$$ for film. Okay, fine, maybe you do want one, but there are some things you should now. First off, it's not a video camera. It really doesn't matter what you call it, you could call it a chicken sandwich if you wanted, but be aware that film cameras are not like video cameras. Which brings us to our next point. Film is expensive. You can't re-record over it, and developing and buying film costs a lot of money. Also, if you don't have a projector, you have to get your film transferred to video, which means even more money. The good new, however, is that Super-8 cameras can be picked up for literally $10 or less. Ask your parents, they might have one. My friend's parents actually had two in the basement. Also, film is easy to shoot, but hard to get right. Kinda like how everyone's used those disposable cameras, but the pictures always turn out looking like shit. Same thing here. With that said, however, I hope this helped and good luck finding a camera! (hint: look in Amish antique malls. Dead serious.)

Video cameras for movies?

Me and my friends like making movies but our last camera broke. I'm going to buy the new one. It needs to be under $275. We don't make action films or anything like that we just make stupid movies. It has to film at least an hour and 30 minutes. Is there a camera that is good for me?

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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.

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.

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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

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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.

Recording voice in video camera?

happygirl

If I had shot a video using a canon camcorder, can I play back and then add voice by using a plug in mic? What kind of mic can I buy for recording?

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You can not add audio for the video in-camera. But, you can leave the lens cap on and record your voice with the camera. It will be a black video clip that you can edit it in later using your video using video editing software like Windows MovieMaker, etc.

The better way is to record your voice using a mic plugged into your PC and using your PC recording program. Your audio will be saved as a .wav file and that can be added and/or replace the existing audio of your video in the editor program.

Ideally, the best audio is done by using a separate recording device. I use a Zoom 4Hn for voice, music, and ambient sound.

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Laws regarding pointing a camera outside of my home?

B.B. Gun

Last week my neighbor's car was vandalized, leading to me buying a security camera to film the spot where I park my own vehicle. I basically bought the biggest, most gaudy camera I could because I wanted people to see it and know to leave the area in front of it alone. Almost immediately a neighbor came to me to complain. She first accused me of filming her property (I showed her it actually only records the street its self), and then she said I could not film that area because it's not my property. She said if I don't remove the camera she'll bring legal charges against me.

I live in Upstate New York (not the city). I plan to consult the police to find out for sure, but in the mean time does anyone here know if she's right?

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Filming your neighbor's house might be illegal. Filming the public street and your front yard should not be.

Legal or not, you aren't doing well on the being neighborly thing.

Replace the camera with a big sign that says 24 your video surveillance. Walk over and tell your neighbor that you understand her concerns and that you have removed the camera. The sign is just for deterrence and you have removed the camera.

If you feel strongly about having a camera, wait a few weeks and then secretly install a concealed camera that records only your driveway up to the edge of the road.

The camera is really only for deterrence anyway. If someone breaks into your car, you will still have a missing car, damage to your car and/or missing items from the car and a video of a dark, faceless smudge to show the police.

A better attack is to form a neighborhood watch program in conjunction with your local police department, have regular meetings of your neighbors so you all know each other and you all know who belongs where and when on your street. Distribute phone numbers so neighbors can report suspicious people on your street. Put a light in your driveway so it illuminates the car and front of the house without causing light problems with your neighbors and don't leave valuable items in your car.

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.

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i need to do video recording for our church either live or use a video camera , transfer to a computer& bun?

chalo23855

expert to advice computer specification ,and other requirements ,and where and how i can get a program for editing videos please

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It depends on what kind of video camcorder you will be using. They all work on most computers, they just download differently.
If you have a mini dv (cassette) camcorderâ¦.
Your dv camcorder needs a firewire connection (ieee 1394) in order to download video, your PC probably did not come with a firewire port, so you will have to buy one and install it, since most computers (except possibly brand new) don't come with a firewire port, your camcorder did not come with a firewire cord so you have to purchase a cord too. Your camcorder did come with a USB cord and that is used for downloading stills from your camcorder. Make sure your camera is in playback mode.
The fine print in your manual makes reference to firewire (ieee 1394) connection.

If you have a mini dvd camcorderâ¦.
You will have to finalize your dvd in the camera and then put the dvd in your computer's DVD burner (top loading only) and then you will have to convert the files (I downloaded handbrake file converter free) and import them into your editing program. Use the HELP feature in your editing program to learn about editing. Once you are ready to burn, your project will be burned to a different DVD and you can file the original away.

If you have an analog (VHS) camcorderâ¦
You need an analog converter, either internal card or external such as the dazzle. It's very easy to use and come with good software. You would hook your analog VHS camera or VCR to the analog converter, the dazzle and then hook the dazzle to your PC. The dazzle cost around 70.00 , but worth the money if you have a lot of VHS to tapes to convert.

I hope this helps. As far as editing once you get your video from your camera to your PC, well there is alot of editing software out there. Windows Movie Maker is free and comes standard on XP, not sure about Vista but I think there is something similar. I find it sadly lacking and I purchased Pinacle studio 11 ultimate, because I was familar with studio 9 and I needed an upgrade. Studio 9 wouldn't read my digital camera videos, but it would read my camcorder videos.

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.

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Video Camera Questions?

Brooke M

We're having a baby soon so I'm looking to find a video camera good for just filming good ol family videos. Im looking about $200 at the most. I don't know a lot about video cameras these days. Do most save the videos to SD cards? Or is there other storage types? Also if I did get one with an SD card how many gb or whatever would I need to store a good amount of video? I just don't want to be having to constantly buy those cards. What are some reliable brands? I'm willing to spend a little more for a proven reliable brand since I want to have this camera for at least a few years. Any info I can get would be great, thanks!

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You should go with Sony Bloggie Touch (MHS-TS20/B) - 8 GB, 2 Hours NEWEST MODEL (Black)

1920x1080 HD MP4 recording: The Bloggie Touch camera lets you record your favorite moments anytime, anywhere. Using the MP4 format, the Bloggie Touch shoots video in 1920x1080 high definition, as well as captures 12.8MP still images
12.8MP still images: Enjoy capturing clear, crisp still photos at 12.8MP resolution. The high resolution yields incredible detail while giving you the flexibility for large prints and cropping
Capacitive touch-screen LCD: The touch screen LCD utilizes an easy to use touch & slide method for searching through your videos and pictures
3.0" LCD with vertical/horizontal operation: The 3.0" touch screen LCD (measured diagonally) will rotate its orientation automatically; however you hold the camera - horizontally, vertically, left, right, even upside down
Up to 4 hours HD video: Record and store up to four hours of high-definition video footage (default setting) to the Bloggie Touch camera's 8GB of built-in flash memory

you tube videos-what kind of camera/programs to use etc?

Brittany

hi all. i really want to upload quick video updates to you tube like everyone does. i have a new baby and want to use an acutally camera rather than the monitor webcam i have, so i can record at different places in my home etc. we have a sony handycam, its kinda old, but i am having such a hard time figuring out how to upload and record movies, save them to my computer etc... i have a new dell xps media computer, so i know i have programs on here to do everything, i just want an easy way to record short clips and upload them to youtube. advice on what is the best cameras to do this with and the easiest way to do it will be really appreciated! christmas is coming up and i may ask for a camera to do this with...
thanks!

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OK! Any Camera that shoots 480p (that's a resolution) is good. If you're surfing youtube and see at the bottom of videos "360p" it means that you are watching it in a low quality. 480p is the youtube standard, 720p and 1080p are High definition. Ask about camera resolution anywhere they sell cameras. Canon and Kodak make good digital video cameras that work with any computer, any operation system.

Which leads me to my next tangent:

Operating systems are the base that your computer runs on. For example, Windows XP is an operating system. I use Snow Leopard on my Macs, and Windows 7 on my PCs.

The free video software that comes with certain operating systems is different for each one. On a windows machine, it's windows movie maker, or windows LIVE movie maker. They are easy to use programs that handle pictures and videos, any size or resolution. Most youtubers use that program.

On a Mac, the freeware is iMovie, or iMovie HD. iMovie HD is actually older, but is easier to use for beginners, so if you have a new mac, download it from their site, Apple.com
The newer iMovie has no special effects like the old one, but is still easy to use and can do everything the Windows movie maker can do.


Windows LIVE movie maker and iMovie both have "upload directly" options, so that you can log in right from the program and upload your video. In Windows Live movie maker, you can also choose the resolution, regardless of camera type. Since windows computers are cheaper than macs, the "any res" option is good for looking professional.

Now, beyond the free softwares (though those two are not the only ones), you have expensive commercial software such as Adobe Premiere, Adobe After Effects, Apple Final Cut (by the same people as iMovie!) and Sony Vegas.
There are "Express editions" of these, which are cheaper and easier to use, but they miss out on certain modifications. Any express/elements editions would work perfectly.

Now, before i fill your head with ideas of magical fires and special effects all over your screen, let me tell you the EASIEST way to get a video from your camera to your computer. DO you know what an SD card is? If your computer has a slot labelled "SD", than pull out the memory card on your digital camera and put it in the slot on your pc/mac/etc. Than, just go into "My computer" or "finder" and find the camera folder. Than just drag the video files onto your desktop, so they'll be ready for import!

Here are some tips on how to get subscribers and views, to maybe become a partner and make free money for doing what you love! :

Try adding a Subscribe annotation in your videos as a little reminder to your viewers
http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?annotation_id=annotation_785417&add_user=ebob101
Use that link in a link annotation except replace the ebob101 with your channel name. ebob101 is my channel name.


You can make yourself a youtube channel background to look more professional, try the dimensions 1600px by 2751px (the higher one being the height of course)


As always, quality UGC is important.
Try to be original in your videos. Play on cliches and try something new every now and again.

One of the most important things, as always, is GOOD ACTING. Have someone other than you look over your acted videos once your done with them to tell you how you could improve. It's really important to not make people want to kill you when you make a video.


As always, something as simple as filming a pet rolling around or slide-shows of beautiful nature scenes can go insanely viral. (Youtube Viral- to become popular quickly)

You could also try an animation, made with software such as pivot. Also, try to play on a cliche, such as stereo-typical Ninja movies.
Also, i made a music video called "Stalking Kitty" which is just my cat doing cute things to some home-made music. Everyone who sees it loves it, so maybe something like this would work for you.




*takes a deep breath*
ANYWAY, the point is, making a video is not that hard! Just do your best, and pick a program.
Go to http://youtube.com/user/ebob101 to make my day better!

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