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Londonrockz568
10-19-2009, 11:10 PM
Any good recommendations for an HD video camera for 300 USD or less?
Mainly used for "slice of life" "youtube" "precious moments" etc. Can be an add on to a good Digital Camera if need be but last resort.
computerfox
10-19-2009, 11:59 PM
i think sony makes a couple good ones.
Europa
10-20-2009, 03:57 AM
I bought a Flip Mino HD last winter because I wanted one that was pocket size. My brother bought a Kodak zi6 at the same time. The Kodak's are a little bit bigger, and they don't do custom casing designs, but the video quality is better and they cost less.

http://reviews.cnet.com/digital-camcorders/kodak-zi6-black/4505-6500_7-33141798.html
TarekElsakka
10-20-2009, 04:45 AM
The new 12MP Sony Ericsson will do just fine. Lol :p.
KabaModern
10-20-2009, 09:46 AM
I bought a Flip Mino HD last winter because I wanted one that was pocket size. My brother bought a Kodak zi6 at the same time. The Kodak's are a little bit bigger, and they don't do custom casing designs, but the video quality is better and they cost less.

http://reviews.cnet.com/digital-camcorders/kodak-zi6-black/4505-6500_7-33141798.html

Yikes. I don't know about that, Europa. Have you seen the Flip MinoHD 120? It's $229 right now and the specs are very impressive. Especially storage. Seriously the zi6 comes with 128mb and the MinoHD has an 8gb hard drive. Plus, they're both 720p.... :rolleyes:
mittenman
10-20-2009, 10:18 AM
I got the cheap version of one of these a few years ago to keep on the fishing boat, good stuff for the money.


http://www.aiptek.com/HDCamcorders/
Europa
10-20-2009, 10:33 AM
Yikes. I don't know about that, Europa. Have you seen the Flip MinoHD 120? It's $229 right now and the specs are very impressive. Especially storage. Seriously the zi6 comes with 128mb and the MinoHD has an 8gb hard drive. Plus, they're both 720p.... :rolleyes:
I have last years version. IIRC, it was $229. It's HD ,720p, 30 fps,4 GB built in flash memory, and holds 60 minutes of recorded video.

Hold on, I'll post a pic so you can see the design I chose.

It's not a bad video camera and it's very portable.
Europa
10-20-2009, 10:40 AM
Here it is next to an iPhone for size comparison.
http://i624.photobucket.com/albums/tt330/Europa1300/a933a775.jpg?t=1256049561

http://i624.photobucket.com/albums/tt330/Europa1300/00fdef23.jpg?t=1256049596
KabaModern
10-20-2009, 10:58 AM
Gotcha. I think they made the LCD screen bigger, a bit thinner, bigger hard drive, etc. in this new model. Which is great for the price!
juls1585
10-20-2009, 11:28 AM
i was thinking about getting the new flip, but after using the video camera on the 3gs i think i am just gunna hold out until i upgrade. i was really impressed with the video that came out on it
Londonrockz568
10-20-2009, 04:29 PM
Everyone keeps swearing by these Mino cameras. I've never heard of them before. I need a camera that can zoom.
TarekElsakka
10-20-2009, 04:32 PM
My friend just purchased this camera http://www.dpreview.com/news/0801/08010701sonydslra200.asp

Its price is more than you want, but that camera is fantastic.
Europa
10-20-2009, 06:32 PM
i was thinking about getting the new flip, but after using the video camera on the 3gs i think i am just gunna hold out until i upgrade. i was really impressed with the video that came out on it
I agree. I usually just use my 3GS.
Everyone keeps swearing by these Mino cameras. I've never heard of them before. I need a camera that can zoom.

London, here's a really short video I just did showing the Flip Mino HD zoom capabilities. Remember, I have last years version.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tE-v2R9rGmI
Londonrockz568
10-20-2009, 06:35 PM
Can you zoom into something thats really close up, or fine detail?
Londonrockz568
10-20-2009, 06:36 PM
My friend just purchased this camera http://www.dpreview.com/news/0801/08010701sonydslra200.asp

Its price is more than you want, but that camera is fantastic.

Ouch 700 bucks hurts and thats w/o lens.
Europa
10-20-2009, 06:36 PM
Can you zoom into something thats really close up, or fine detail?
Were you asking me or Tarek?
Londonrockz568
10-20-2009, 06:39 PM
yes. Maybe zoom into something small. Like stitching on a pants, or facial hair? (i hope not at least for a woman).

Its REALLY clear im impressed.

Should i get the Mini HD?
Europa
10-20-2009, 06:43 PM
Facial hair lol...

I'll look around for something interesting to zoom in on.
Europa
10-20-2009, 07:43 PM
It never looks as good indoors...
Click HD

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yJho-ko8cwE&feature=player_profilepage
KabaModern
10-20-2009, 07:56 PM
I noticed when you zoomed in on the chess set it didn't seem to automatically focus, it kind of stayed blurry...
Europa
10-20-2009, 08:38 PM
Yeah, that's one of the reasons I recommended the Kodak.
KabaModern
10-20-2009, 08:46 PM
Yeah, that's one of the reasons I recommended the Kodak.

But...perhaps this was fixed or improved in the new version? Who knows.
Londonrockz568
10-20-2009, 09:53 PM
Yeah, it didnt focus when zoomed into something that close.