Camcorder Ratings
Capture life's best moments with a camcorder. Certain digital video camera models offer a wide variety of features, such as autofocusing and image stabilizing technology.
View our ratings and reviews and browse our buying guide to find the best camcorders.
HD camcorders (6)
Almost all high-definition (HD) models can record video in 1080i, the same high resolution as much HDTV programming. Some can even shoot in 1080p, which is the format used on Blu-ray discs.
. . .Action Camcorders (7)
If you want a camcorder that's more compact than a full-sized model, you should consider an action cam. Such models are very small and lightweight, and they often have rugged bodies.
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