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Best high-definition camcorders

High-def camcorders, while not exactly cheap, are now more affordable then ever. CNET Australia picks a few that offer the best compromise between image quality and price.

Best budget camcorders

A budget camcorder is not without its compromises, but these three camcorders should satisfy most casual videographers out there.

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Reviews

  • Canon Legria HF20

    As far as mid-range camcorders go, there's not much to fault the Canon Legria HF20 for; the image quality is good, the autofocus speedy and feature list fairly full.

  • Flip MinoHD

    Although ultimate image quality and features are sacrificed on the altar of price and pocketability, the MinoHD should be on casual videographers shortlists.

  • Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35

    The FZ35 should be at the top of any potential superzoom buyer's list, with a fully featured specification sheet and good image quality.

  • Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1

    The Lumix DMC-GH1 proves that there's fight and fury in the Micro Four Thirds format, with brilliant HD video quality and great still images.

  • Olympus Mju 7020

    We're a bit ambivalent about the Olympus Mju 7020. It's got a wide-angle lens and a relatively long zoom at 7x, but misses out on good picture quality and class-leading features like HD movie recording.

  • Ricoh CX2

    The CX2 is an attractive proposition on the outside: a CMOS sensor, 10x optical zoom and wide-angle lens, but inside there's a host of noise issues.

  • Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX65

    It's a good camera that can take some beautiful pictures, but for the price and the lack of extra features, the FX65 doesn't live up to our expectations of value — and its video quality is terrible.

  • Samsung WB500

    The WB500 is a good camera that delivers quality shots, but unfortunately its lacklustre performance won't go down well with seasoned photographers.

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Features

  • Camcorder basics

    Thinking of buying a camcorder? Just got one? Let's take a look behind the specs and see what you've got in your hands.

  • Little cameras, big zoom

    With a growing number of compact cameras in the 3x to 12x zoom range that combine portability with distant-shooting goodness, we select the cream of the crop in our round-up.

  • Cameras and camcorders for Father's Day

    There are enough digital cameras and camcorders out there to make the clued up, keen-eyed technophile wince. So, we've narrowed down the field a bit to make your Father's Day gift shopping a little bit easier.

  • Which IXUS? Choosing the right Canon ultra-compact camera

    CNET Australia provides advice for choosing among Canon's Digital IXUS ultra-compact digital camera models.

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  • New Lumix range is thin and zoomy

    Panasonic's latest additions to the 2009 Lumix range includes an update to the popular FZ28 superzoom camera and a new ultra-thin lens design.

  • Panasonic's answer to the Olympus Pen leaks: GF1

    Not content to let Olympus take all the glory with the Micro Four Thirds Pen EP-1, Panasonic has come out with a camera of its own.

  • Canon unveils optical stabiliser improvements

    In the first significant improvement Canon's made in its optical stabilisation technology in a few years, the company announced a new Hybrid IS technology that adds angular velocity sensing to its current bag of OIS tricks.

  • More of the Olympus E-P1

    After the first birds-eye shots of the new Olympus micro four thirds camera leaked onto the internet last week, it seems the front-on shots have finally emerged. And they look pretty exciting.

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DIYs and How-to

  • Digital camera buying guide

    So you're looking for a brand new compact digital camera? CNET Australia is here to help with our guide to choosing and buying a compact digital camera.

  • Tips and tricks for shooting a wedding video

    So you've been entrusted to videotape your sibling/cousin/best mate's wedding, what do you do now?

  • Build the perfect baby video

    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.

  • Digital camera shopping checklist

    Struggling to come to terms with what to pick for your first digital camera? We give you some pointers to aid you on your quest. Step this way.

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