Sony's DCR-SR40 is a solid, midlevel, hard-drive-based option, though still-image buffs won't be impressed with this camcorder's submegapixel snapshots.
The Sony DCR-HC26 provides impressive size, zoom power and features for a bargain-basement camcorder, but its substandard video quality is disappointing.
There are easily more than a dozen features to consider when shopping for a camcorder, and even more models to pick from. So before you cough up money for a camcorder, take note of the following key features to look out for.
Got hours of home movies that no one can bear to watch - not even you? Desktop video editing is the answer. Our 10-step guide will help you cut out the boring bits and add effects that will have your family and friends wanting more.
With the imminent arrival of a new baby, your life will become a whirlwind. If you're planning to capture the whole experience on video, plan carefully and you'll have a priceless record of those fleeting early days.
Learn the basics of digital video technology and production including the tools you'll need, shooting footage, transferring it to your computer, and then editing and distributing video.