Which format to choose for a cheap Camcorder?

uczmeg · 05-12-2003, 1:43 PM

Hi,

The in-laws want a camcorder as we have a new baby.

The are technologically challenged and have a low budget of £200 at the very maximum.

I really have no idea on Camcorders and noticed at the cheaper end of the market there are a range of formats. Which is considered best?

It also needs to be easy? So any suggests on a good, cheap easy camera? Is this possible?!

They won't care about the video going onto a computer (read that as I have enough trouble supporting their digital camera) so digital is not necessary and probably above budget anyway.

Thanks for any light anyone can shed...

Cheers
Marc

24-12-2003, 3:43 AM

If you don't care about getting one of the dv camcorders on the market then there are plenty of good cheap camcorders for you to choose from. On a low budget, your best bet would be to buy either one of Panasonic's VHS-C camcorders, or one of Sony's Hi-8
or Video-8 camcorders. Of course there are numerous other brands that sell these formats, and any one of these will do. I only suggested Panasonic and Sony because they are two of the front runners in the world of camcorders.
If quality of picture is not a priority on your list, then one of these camcorders will do fine, providing they meet your budget limitations.
Good luck on your choice.

Tunesman.

24-12-2003, 3:43 AM	#2
Tunes Man Guest Posts: n/a	If you don't care about getting one of the dv camcorders on the market then there are plenty of good cheap camcorders for you to choose from. On a low budget, your best bet would be to buy either one of Panasonic's VHS-C camcorders, or one of Sony's Hi-8 or Video-8 camcorders. Of course there are numerous other brands that sell these formats, and any one of these will do. I only suggested Panasonic and Sony because they are two of the front runners in the world of camcorders. If quality of picture is not a priority on your list, then one of these camcorders will do fine, providing they meet your budget limitations. Good luck on your choice. Tunesman.
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