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JVC Everio Digital Media Camera

The GZ-MG50 is one of JVC's revolutionary Everio line of digital camcorders. Instead of tape or DVD, Everio records up to 37.5 hours of video to a built-in 30GB hard drive. From there, you can transfer video to a PC via USB 2.0 cable, or transfer to a VCR or DVD with an AV cable. You can also record to compact SD cards.

JVC's Megabrid engine optimizes video and still images by using separate processing for each. High-quality wide and 16:9 Squeeze mode lets you shoot video that fits wide-screen TVs. 3D noise reduction and digital image stabilization give you great pictures in almost any condition. A 15x optical zoom and an 700x digital zoom bring you closer than ever to the action. Editing and DVD authoring software is included for both PC and Mac owners.

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Sony HDR-UX1 AVC HD DVD Handycam Camcorder - Includes Free Master-Works DVD: The JumpStart Guide to Shooting and Producing Better Videos - The Sony HDR-UX1 AVC HD DVD Handycam Camcorder shoots in genuine 1080i resolution, for real unparalleled HDTV clarity. Its professional quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens captures brilliant images with life like color and tones, while the 2.1-megapixel CMOS processes faster than a CCD for richer color and better detail. The Progressive Shutter System supplies digital still images with excellent definition and sharpness.

This camcorder features include 16:9 widescreen mode, a hot shoe, a USB 2.0 interface, and Dolby Digital 5.1 audio. This camcorder records in DVD format MPEG2 and AVCHD onto DVDs. The DR-UX1 is compatible with DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW and DVD+R Dual Layer disc formats for easy shooting and storing.

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Canon DC-100 DVD-R/W Camcorder -

This ultra-slim camcorder records to 8-cm DVD-R's and DVD-RW's that last virtually forever. The 1.33-megapixel CCD captures video and still images in exacting detail. 25x optical zoom!!

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If you are looking for a camcorder that works well, is very compact and ideally suited for both family and web video applications, you need to take a look at the new Everio GZ-MG555 hard drive camcorder from JVC. Record SEVEN hours or more! Read the Review

The Sony HDR-UX1 AVC HD DVD Handycam Camcorder shoots in genuine 1080i resolution, for real unparalleled HDTV clarity. Its professional quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens captures brilliant images with life like color and tones, while the 2.1-megapixel CMOS processes faster than a CCD for richer color and better detail. The Progressive Shutter System supplies digital still images with excellent definition and sharpness.

This camcorder comes with a variety of features, including 80x digital zoom, 16:9 widescreen mode, a hot shoe, a USB 2.0 interface, and Dolby Digital 5.1 audio. This camcorder records in DVD format MPEG2 and AVCHD onto DVDs. The DR-UX1 is compatible with DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW and DVD+R Dual Layer disc formats for easy shooting and storing.

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Great Deal - Just $179 for a DV camcorder!

The JVC GR-D250 slim and compact mini DV camcorder provides high quality picture and 25x optical zoom that lets you close in on your subject with a pure optical quality. With its 680,000 pixel CCD and 520 lines of horizontal resolution, combined with JVC's Super High-Band Processor, it assures high-band components of the luminance signal for a crisp, clear picture. The GR-D250 incorporates Power Linked Operation that prepares the camera to record simply by opening the LCD or pulling out the viewfinder.

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Here's a great deal on a new HD camcorder!

The new Panasonic HDC-SD1 AVCHD SD/SDHC HD Camcorder is one of the smallest high definition cameras on the market. It includes 12x optical zoom, 5.1-ch surround sound recording, Optical Image Stabilization and 3" LCD screen. Panasonic included and takes advantage of SDHC memory card technology that enables you to capture up to one hour of 1080i on a 4GB SDHC card (included). With an ultra-fast 1.7 second quick start time and weighing less than a pound, the HDC-SD1 is the perfect camera to carry around with you wherever you go.

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The Sony DCR-DVD408 Digital Camcorder advances the simplicity of making and sharing videos by recording directly onto DVDs, so you can then immediately play your recordings back in most current home and PC DVD players.

In addition to the incredible compatibility, the DVD camcorder also presents easy ways to shoot, edit, play and share video memories. Thanks to the built in Memory Stick Duo media slot you can easily capture and store still images in 2304 x 1728 resolution. A compact camera, with a broad, advanced range of features, the DCR-DVD408 will add an additional dimension to the efficiency of your digital video recording.

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Pure Digital Technologies Flip ULTRA Video, a new line of digital video capture devices designed to revolutionize how everyday consumers shoot and share video. These remarkably simple and affordable camcorders feature a major advance in video sharing technology combined with an ultra-portable design and easy-to-use capture functionality. Developed with Internet video sharing software integrated directly into the device, Flip Video is the first camcorder to seamlessly upload directly to YouTube, and other online video sharing sites. READ THE REVIEW

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The Canon HV20 HDV Camcorder brings the power of professional level HD recording to the consumer at a price that won't break the bank. The HV20 captures images in genuine HD resolution of 1920 x 1080, and can capture in 24p, the same frame rate used in movie film.

Canon improves upon the standard CCD camcorders by using a 1/2.7" CMOS sensor to generate images. The 2.96MP CMOS sensor tends to process faster than a CCD for richer color and sharper detail. You can use the camcorder as a 3.1 megapixel digital still camera. Store images on tiny HC Mini-SD memory cards with the Mini-SD card slot. The optical image stabilizer and advanced AF auto focus make it easy to get crisp clean video and photos. Canon fit everything you can ask from a camcorder in the HV20, all in a body that fits comfortably in your pocket. Now if they could only develop a "remove 10 pounds feature"...

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SONY NEW HDV 1080i HIGH-DEF CAMCORDER is the World’s First 1080i HDV High-Def Camcorder With Three-Chip ClearVID CMOS Sensor Technology

The HDR-FX7 1080i HDV camcorder, a model with three-chip ClearVID™ CMOS Sensor, sports a compact body design, weighing in at about three pounds. It is approximately 40 percent smaller and 25 percent lighter than Sony’s first prosumer HDV model.

Like previous HDV models, the HDR-FX7 can record and playback both 1080i HDV and standard definition DV video on standard miniDV tapes. Recorded HDV video can be conveniently edited with a choice of available HDV, non-linear editing software. Its HDMI interface offers simple, one-cord connection to compatible display devices so you can just plug and play into instead of struggling with multiple cables.

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Special Rebate deal on Sony PD-170 - $300 rebate from B&H

New Sony DSR-PD170 DVCam delivers key performance and feature enhancements. The new DSR-PD170 builds on the legacy of its predecessor model, the DSR-PD150, the overwhelming choice of video professionals in applications ranging from corporate and educational production to ENG/EFP, television and independent cinema production.

New features of the DSR-PD170 include:

Minimum illumination improvement for low-light recording; increased from 2 lux to an industry-leading 1 lux; A new 2.5-inch Hybrid LCD SwivelScreen monitor for improved viewing in bright sunlight; Simultaneous turn-on of LCD panel and viewfinder;
Increased adjustment steps on Iris control, with number of steps doubled from 12 to 24; A lens hood featuring built-in lens cover. Wide conversion lens (provided) can be attached or removed without removing the hood; A larger handle, viewfinder and eyecup; Additional Record/Start/Stop and Zoom controls on top handle to aid in one-handed operation; and Audio quality (S/N ratio) in the manual recording mode improved by 6 dB. The new professional camcorder enables digital component audio and video acquisition in the DVCAM and DV formats. More

The DSR-PD170 DVCAM camcorder will be offered in both NTSC and PAL versions at suggested retail prices of $3,940 and $4,750, respectively.

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The Canon GL2 offers high-quality digital video with up to 530 lines of resolution, Canon's exclusive L-Series Fluorite optical technology for outstanding imaging power and shooting versatility in a lightweight, portable design.

The camcorder's 3 CCDs deliver outstanding picture quality, accurate color reproduction and a wide dynamic range with virtually no color noise. In addition to its enhanced quality, the camera incorporates a built-in digital photo mode for capturing crisp photos up to 1488 x 1128 pixels. This kit comes with an Anton Bauer ElipZ 10k battery that mounts underneath the camera for additional power. This package also includes the ElipZ charger and power adapter along with a camera bag.

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Canon's DC100 DVD-R/W Camcorder records to 8-cm DVD-R's and DVD-RW's that last virtually forever. The 1.33-megapixel CCD captures video and still images in exacting detail. 8-cm DVD-RW's can be recorded on again and again without deteriorating, and DVD-R's will make those memories last forever. A double-sided DVD can hold up to 120 minutes of video, depending on recording mode. For the advanced user, exposure metering allows a choice of center-weighted average, spot metering, and evaluative metering for exactly the right setting in any lighting. Program Auto Exposure ensures that you get exactly the right settings for your shooting situation. Choose from modes like Sports, Sunset, and Spotlight, or create your own.

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Are you a bit old school and want to shoot tape? Check out this Sony Hi8 camcorder

The Sony CCD-TRV138 Hi-8 camcorder features a long 20x Optical and a 990x digital zoom interpolation that creates clearer, sharper images for extreme digital zooming. Record into the night, using the night shot plus infrared recording system, an advanced feature that lets you shoot great video even in total darkness.

Multi Language Menu - lets you change the menu display from English to Canadian French, Latin American Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Korean or Traditional Chinese

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Sony HVR-Z1U 1/3" 3-CCD HDV Professional Widescreen Mini Camcorder, Records and Plays HDV, DVCAM and DV Formats, HD and SD Down Convert, NTSC/PAL

Includes Free Vortex Media DVD: Hands On - A Complete Guide to the HVR-ZIU and HDR-FX1Camcorders & Sony Vegas 6 Video Editing Software & 10 x Sony PHDVM-63DM DVCAM Master Digital Cassette

The camera records in 16:9 widescreen with native widescreen chips. It will output component video in 1080i, 480i and 480p formats. In fact it will output 60 frame, 50 frame, 30 frame and 25 frame standards. An additional function is HD to SD down conversion. Another feature of the camera is the CineFrame Mode that replicates the look of film production. The mode has 30 frame, 25 frame and 24 frame modes that utilize a 3:2 pull down conversion. Additionally the camera has the ability to down-convert HD captured video to standard definition video for viewing on a SD monitor or for systems that require SD video.

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The Sony HDR-FX7 is a lightweight camcorder capable of delivering 1080i video via MiniDV tapes using the HDV format. The camera comes with 3 CMOS sensors, Carl Zeiss 20x Vario-Sonnar T lens, 37.4 to 748mm, f/1.6 to 2.8 The camera features both HDMI (High Definition Media Interface) output, along with optical image stabilization. All of this, combined with Sony's reputation for durability and reliability, makes the HDR-FX7 a perfect solution for news and event videography. This package comes equipped with a camera bag and the entire Anton Bauer ElipZ 10k battery kit, including a battery, charger, and adapter cable.

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Get the Panasonic Digital Filmmakers Kit - everything you need to start shooting great video

Panasonic AG-DVX100B 3-CCD 24p/30p/60i Mini-DV Cinema Camcorder, NTSC, with CineSwitch Technology, Anton Bauer Gold Mount with Battery, Charger, Cable, and Camera Mounted Ultralight

AG-DVX100B is the most recent version of the Panasonic 24-frame standard definition video camera.
It adds 20 new features like a higher resolution viewfinder, Scene Files and Time Code transfer through the FireWire cable, greater power efficiency with newly developed battery pack, more delicate zoom control and more. This kit comes with all Anton Bauer equipment, including a Gold Mount with adapter cable, a battery with charger, along with one camera-mounted Anton Bauer UL2-20 Ultralight.

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The Sony HVR-A1U is an entry level HDV camcorder that records high definition video as well as DVCAM and DV video. When it is selected to record in HDV it can record 60i, 30p or 24 frames per second. Its widescreen chip captures over 1000 horizontal lines and 1440 vertical lines no matter what you dial in for record format. Sony has engineered the camera around a Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens for the latest in anti-reflective coatings and new levels of HDTV-quality resolving power in a compact design. This camera's a 10x zoom lens has a maximum wide angle of 5.1 mm which will show a 50° horizontal angle of view. The camera uses a single three million pixel CMOS chip to capture images. The use of a CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor) chip allows the camera to capture amazing high quality images while consuming less battery power and making the camera smaller overall. The Enhanced Imaging Processor (EIP), a Sony created technology, enables the camcorder to capture and process high-definition video and high resolution still images with the highest levels of contrast and detail. The HVR-A1U has balanced XLR audio inputs with phantom power and attenuation options. A shotgun microphone can be mounted on top the camcorder as a large, shoulder-mount ENG style camera would.