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Camcorders & HD Video

The world is in motion. Capture it!

By Adorama Learning Center Editors - January 4, 2011

Video has evolved from large video cameras tethered to huge cassette or reel-to-reel tape recorders that produced low-resolution black-and-white to pocket-sized digital wonders that can record high-definition images that look true to life on wide-screen plasma or LCD TV screens that are several feet in diameter.

And now, there's a new kid on the block: the HDSLR and HD Video capable compact digital still camera. Video used to be an afterthought in still cameras, but now, thanks to major advances in sensor technology, nearly every still camera being introduced can capture some form of high-definition video.

Learn the nuances and major differences among the various HD Video formats in Mike McNamara's Video DSLR Basics for Photographers, then check our guides for top cameras and accessories

Read on and enjoy!

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Flashpoint 312 LED Light—AdoramaTV

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ArticleAdorama TV Techniques and How-Tos - by Mark Wallace, March 7, 2012

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Adorama Photography TV presents the Flashpoint 312 LED Light Panel, an outstanding value that compares favorably against more expensive units.

TAGS: light, video, Flashpoint, LED light

Soup up your digital still camera’s HD video sound—Don’t use the built-in mic!

Sound advice for HD video; Updated for Winter 2012

ArticleBuying Guides Gear Guides & Reviews - by Mason Resnick, February 24, 2012

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Invest in a good microphone (or two) so your sound quality does justice to your DSLR’s HD video.

TAGS: buying guide, buying tips, hd video, microphone, Audio, Focus on HD Video

Canon Vixia XA10—AdoramaTV

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ArticleAdoramaTV - Product Reviews Gear Guides & Reviews - by Mark Wallace, February 9, 2012

Adorama Photography TV presents the Canon VIXIA XA10 Professional Camcorder.

TAGS: canon, professional, video, products, Product Review, camcorder, Product Profile, Product Spotlight, video camera

A fearless approach to creating your own videos

Never mind the parachute!

ArticleCamcorders & HD Video Gear Guides & Reviews - by Jay Miles, February 8, 2012

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Jumping into video without a net? Want to go viral on YouTube? Here’s how to avoid the fear, the swish, button mashing, and other rookie regrets when planning and shooting a video.

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25 Must-Have HDSLR Video Accessories

Lights, DSLR Camera, Action!

ArticleBuying Guides Gear Guides & Reviews - by Bill Schiffner, February 6, 2012

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As the Hollywood community continues to embrace the razor-sharp HD video capabilities of the newest generation of Digital SLRs, many pros and weekend warriors are seeing the benefits of shooting videos with them as well.

TAGS: hd video, Hoodman, lowepro, Manfrotto, hdslr, Redrock, Kata, Focus on HD Video, Zacuto, Sennheiser, Lowel, Benro, Induro

The Best HD Video Lighting Kits Right Now!

Top kits for video production. UPDATED FOR WINTER 2012

ArticleBuying Guides Gear Guides & Reviews - by Jason Schneider, February 6, 2012

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For the best image quality when shooting HD video indoors, you need to supplement the light. Here are some top kits.

TAGS: buying guide, DSLR, light, light stands, lighting, digital SLR, buying tips, hd video, Focus on HD Video

HD Video DSLR Round-Up

The best HDSLRS...so far (UPDATED FOR WINTER 2012)

ArticleDigital SLRs Gear Guides & Reviews - by Mason Resnick, February 6, 2012

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Ready to join the video revolution and shoot Hi-Resolution Videos with a DSLR? Here’s a look at key cameras in this fast-growing and rapidly-evolving category.

TAGS: nikon, canon, buying guide, pentax, video, buying tips, sony, hd video, Pentax K-7, vimeo, hdslr, Olympus E-5, Focus on HD Video

Cinetics CineSkates Set—AdoramaTV

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ArticleAdoramaTV - Product Reviews Gear Guides & Reviews - by Mark Wallace, January 30, 2012

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Adorama Photography TV presents the Cinetics CineSkates Set with Joby Gorillapod Focus and Ballhead X Combo.

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The Best Pocket Camcorders Right Now

Put HD video in your hands in the post-Flip era. UPDATED FOR HOLIDAYS 2011

ArticleCamcorders & HD Video Gear Guides & Reviews - by Fred Singer, November 15, 2011

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The world's first pocket camcorder, the Flip, is dead, killed off by its parent company, Cisco. Why, we're not quite sure. After all, the YouTube generation quickly embraced this cell-phone-sized camcorder.

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Product Profile: Looxcie Wearable Bluetooth Camcorder

Let's take a look-see at this hands-free video camera

ArticleCamcorders & HD Video Gear Guides & Reviews - by Fred Singer, August 30, 2011

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Using your Apple iOS or Android smart phone, aps, and bluetooth technology, the Looxcie lets you videotape what you see.

TAGS: iphone, app, Apple, camcorder, iPad, Android, Smart Phone

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