Modern video cameras have acquired such a compact and convenient form, optimal weight, as well as ease of operation, even for the little amateur who is familiar with the secrets of cameramanship, that, along with the camera, have become an essential attribute of a traveler's outfit. We selected the most popular models on the market, which received positive feedback from both novice videographers and professionals.
Content:
Amateur models
Panasonic HC-V160 - a representative of the budget line
Completely ergonomic case, where it is impossible to find not only unnecessary, but also protruding elements, perfectly reflects the company's philosophy - to deliver maximum pleasure to the owner of the equipment.
The quality of shooting due to the 38-fold optical zoom remains high even when working with remote scenes. Full HD recording takes place at 50 frames per second. The rewritable memory allows you to save all the bright moments of your leisure.
Benefits:
- Full HD with a resolution of 1920x1080;
- there is a widescreen mode;
- 2.5 megapixel matrix;
- possible night shooting;
- manual exposure and focus adjustment;
- available photo mode;
- auto exposure option;
- ExifPrint supported;
- write to memory card;
- AV-out, HDMI-out, USB-interface;
- light - 181 g;
- the cost of 12,000 rubles.
Disadvantages:
- weak electronic stabilizer;
- the battery lasts only 40 minutes;
- no viewfinder.
Canon LEGRIA HF R66 - for high-quality lighting
Corporate identity is viewed in every line of the ergonomic case. Such a device fits neatly in any baggage. The camera is better to use in sunlight, which makes the image quality perfect.
Up to 57x, an increasing 32x optical zoom and decent image stabilization can be added to the functional asset of a video camera. Several modes of operation with effects diversify the standard recording options.
Benefits:
- rewritable memory;
- 8 GB internal memory;
- the ability to write to the memory card formats SD, SDHC, SDXC;
- 3.28 megapixel CMOS camera;
- touchscreen;
- option to manually set the white balance;
- recording in 720p, 1080p formats;
- MPEG4 photography;
- interfaces - AV-out, HDMI-out, USB-interface, headphone output, Wi-Fi, NFC;
- faders - preemption, automatic fader;
- cost from 15,000 rubles.
Disadvantages:
- no good quality in poor light.
Sony HDR-CX625 with excellent stabilization
The model belongs to the mid-price segment and fully justifies the costs with its technical characteristics. Convenient touch screen and stabilization system, working in different formats, will make your video session unforgettable.
Remote and close objects look equally good in the frame. At a resolution of 1920x1080 recording is made with an indicator of 60 frames / s. Additional features include shooting in H.264 and MPEG4.
Benefits:
- supports full HD;
- 2.29 megapixel CMOS matrix;
- 30x optical zoom;
- there is a focus on the face;
- supports ExifPrint;
- there is a time-lapse mode;
- several types of shooting;
- recording to MS card is possible;
- integrated flash;
- special effects;
- Wi-Fi;
- cost an average of 30,000 rubles.
Disadvantages:
- lack of luminosity;
- noise suppressor is weak;
- no backlight.
Samsung HMX-F90 - Best YouTube Compatibility
Foldable compact design in an elegant corporate design will give confidence even to a beginner videographer. A feature of the model device is the equipment with 2 built-in speakers without the possibility of connecting an external microphone.
Management thanks to the detailed menu system is simple and comfortable. There is an option to highlight a darkened face when recording. You can take photos easily while shooting video.
Benefits:
- rewritable memory;
- 5 megapixel CMOS sensor;
- 71x zoom;
- manual focus;
- additional shooting in H.264;
- widescreen mode for video and photo recordings;
- noise reduction function;
- supports SD, SDHC, SDXC card;
- light - 268 g;
- cost from 6000 rubles.
Disadvantages:
- electronic image stabilizer;
- mediocre shooting in low light.
Waterproof JVC Everio GZ-R415
The shockproof camera body is reliably protected from moisture, dust and negative air temperatures. The camera package additionally includes an AC adapter and USB and AV cords.
With such a device, you can go to the forest, mountains or to the sea, without fear of equipment failure. One charge lasts for 5 hours of continuous operation, which is considered a worthy result among competitive models. 40x optical zoom gives excellent recording quality.
Benefits:
- 2.5 megapixel CMOS matrix;
- touch screen;
- shooting in H.264 and MPEG4 modes;
- optics Konica Minolta;
- photographing function in video mode;
- write to memory card;
- good additional equipment;
- there is software;
- does not refuse in the cold;
- light - 290 g;
- the cost of 14,000 rubles.
Disadvantages:
- electronic stabilizer;
- no viewfinder.
Professional models
Canon XA20 - for high-quality shooting
The whole body design is subject to the same goal - to create convenience for high-quality shooting. Moreover, the principle of compactness is not violated.
Powerful processor and optics make effective shooting as sunset or snow, and fireworks or portrait. It is possible to control remotely. Of the special effects - indication of overexposure.
Benefits:
- Full HD 1080p;
- 3.09 megapixel CMOS matrix;
- 20x optical zoom;
- the filter has a diameter of 58 mm;
- the ability to do manual tuning;
- there is a viewfinder;
- shooting in 720p, 1080i, 1080p formats;
- remote control;
- Wi-Fi;
- supports SD, SDHC, SDXC card.
Disadvantages:
- the likelihood of noise when lighting deteriorates;
- price from 115,000 rubles.
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