Compare HD Camcorder Models And Prices

Make sure that you get the HD Camcorder that meets your needs at the very best price by using our comparison pages. Our site gives you the knowledge base that you need prior to purchase, including all the best, latest and in-depth information on HD Camcorder models, prices and specifications.

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Featured HD Camcorders

A brief introduction to the models featured in our price comparison section:

Canon Vixia HF100
The stylish, ultra compact Full HD (1920x1080) Canon Vixia HF100 is a new model that provides a new step forward in HD technology at a great price. This revolutionary, pocket sized and incredibly stylish camera boasts some amazing specs and great usability for its low price. It’s sure to change the HD market quite radically, and has something to offer to beginners and professionals alike!
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Panasonic HDC SD9
Featuring full HD 1920x1080 progressive recording, the new, ultra stylish and amazingly compact Panasonic HDC SD9 HD camcorder captures incredible images with today‘s most advanced technologies. In addition to winning the Which? Best Buy Award for Digital Camcorders in July 2008, the HDC-SD9 also won the 2008 TIPA Award for the Best Camcorder in Europe. This great new camera oozes style and quality and comes at a phenomenally low price considering its high quality specs!
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Sony HDR FX7E
The Sony HDR FX7E camcorder is an exciting new addition to the ‘Prosumer’ camcorder market and it comes at a great price considering its high end capabilities. With a host of high end features, great manual controls, stunning image capture and its low price, the Sony HDR FX7E is a great new camera; a perfect introduction to the world of HD, and perfect for professionals and amateurs alike!
Sony HDR FX7E

Sony HDR HC9E
The Sony HDR HC9E HDV1080i High Definition Handycam is marketed for ‘High End Amateur’ use, however the Sony HDR HC9E is packed full of great components, technologies and features that make this a great camera for its price and a superb introduction to the world of HD shooting. Although this may mean that professional users may want to look at more expensive models, the Sony HDR HC9E will prove a great introduction to HD for home movie makers and enthusiasts who do not want the complexity or size of the higher priced camcorders and want to move from Standard definition recording to full HD.
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Sony HVR HD1000E
The HVR HD1000E is the new Prosumer camcorder offering by Sony. The HVR HD1000E has been designed to meet the expectations of users who are looking for an entry-level, professional shoulder mounted camcorder with full HDV 1080i recording and with DV recording capabilities as an option.With its great picture quality, high end specs, professional abilities, shoulder mounted design, comprehensive connectivity and budget low price the HVR HD1000E is bound to kick up a storm in the competitive HD market and prove a must for film professionals and beginners alike!
Sony HVR HD1000E

About High Definition (HD) Camcorders

High-definition (HD) video refers generally to any video system of higher resolution than standard-definition (SD) video and was developed in its early stages through the 1980s and 1990s.

The HDV format was developed by Sony and JVC to offer and affordable step up from Standard Definition video to High Definition recording. HDV camcorders use MiniDV cassettes (also known as "S-size" tapes) HDV recording time is the same as DV Standard Play. HDV does not support Long Play (LP) speed.

Two major versions of HDV are HDV 720p and HDV 1080i. HDV 720p is used by JVC and is often referred to as HDV1, HDV 720p closely matches broadcast 720p video standard in terms of frame rate, scanning type, aspect ratio , frame size and data rate.

HDV 1080i is preferred by Sony and Canon and is often referred to as HDV2. HDV 1080i is an interlaced video standard. Interlaced video has been used widely, but has still been a compromise due to its ability to display motion smoothly whilst reducing transmission and recording bandwidth. Interlaced video is still being used in broadcast, but interlaced display devices are being gradually phased out. And even though interlaced footage can easily be de interlaced by all NLE editing systems HDV 1080i cameras increasingly offer optional progressive recording modes (25p) which is generally preferred by videographers as it resembles film more closely than the traditional interlaced video look.

Newer camcorder models have begun to feature Progressive 1080 recording (1080P) This format offers full HD shooting (1920x1080) whilst allowing users to shoot progressively rather than shooting as image inferior interlaced footage.