What is a Camcorder?
Fast Facts• There are two basic models of camcorders available: analogue and digital. • Analogue camcorders are usually able to play in a VHS format, or need an adaptor for the tapes to be played. • Digital camcorders are usually able to take still photos as well as record unto cassette in digital format. • DVD camcorders have now appeared on the market, using discs which can be played on a DVD machine. • Today’s camcorders are extremely portable, small in size, with sleek, modern designs. • Camcorders are powered by special batteries, which vary according to model and make. • Camcorders have advanced significantly since they made their
debut in the late 70’s; not just by shrinking in size, but vastly
improving the quality of the sound and picture, as well as other filming
features and editing. |
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A camcorder is
a portable video camera, able to record pictures in motion. These hand-held
machines are one of the most popular consumer electronics today, available
to mass-markets around the world.