| There's never been a better time to buy a digital video | | | | review. |
| camera. Prices are lower than ever, the camcorders | | | | - What do I want to use the camcorder for? |
| are packed with features, and editing software is | | | | - Will I be mostly using it indoors or outdoors? |
| cheap and easy to use. | | | | - Do I want to edit the footage I shoot? |
| Unfortunately, there's also never been a more | | | | - Do I want the camcorder to be a stills camera too? |
| confusing time to buy a digital video camera. There are | | | | - How important is the quality of the video I shoot? |
| so many different formats competing for your money, | | | | - Is audio quality important |
| it's almost impossible to know which one to go for. | | | | - Will I use a tripod with the camcorder? |
| Should you buy a Mini DV camcorder, or a DVD | | | | The answers to these questions will influence which |
| camcorder? What about solid state (flash memory), or | | | | type and model of camcorder you buy. For example, if |
| hard disk? And is now the time to bite the bullet and | | | | you want to be able to edit your video footage on a |
| buy a high definition video camera? | | | | PC or Mac, you should choose a Mini DV camcorder. |
| Confusion reigns, and it's not helped by manufacturers | | | | And if you are likely to use a tripod, you should choose |
| releasing new models with improved features and | | | | a camcorder which loads its media from the side or |
| lower prices every few months. | | | | top, rather than one which loads from the bottom. |
| Thankfully, there are steps you can take to reduce the | | | | By answering these questions and learning what the |
| confusion and give yourself a clear idea of which type | | | | jargon that manufacturers are so fond of means, you |
| of video camera is the best for you. | | | | can make sure that when you come to buy your |
| Below are seven questions you should ask yourself | | | | camcorder, its exactly what you want and not a costly |
| before you studio a single feature list or read a single | | | | mistake. |