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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 a quality camcorder.

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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.

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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.

Buying a camcorder can be complicated. Models vary not only in size and capabilities but also in price. You can spend as little as $150 or as much as $1,600, or more. This camcorder guide organizes the process of buying a camcorder into clear steps that will let you make the right decision.

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