This is one of the cheapest solutions from JVC’s stable which is capable of recording widescreen 1080i while retaining the functionality of a compact and shockproof flash memory in lieu of a hard drive, the JVC Everio GZ-HM340. Storage solutions include 16GB of internal flash memory and an SDHC memory card slot to augment it further.

Other handy features are: 16GB of internal memory and an SDHC card slot. Everio GZ-HM340 is a device of small dimensions and huge functionality, including advanced image stabilization technology, known from higher models and a 20x optical zoom.

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This gadget is known as smallest digicam in the world. Well, it’s Muvi Atom, according to the manufacturer, this is the smallest digicam in the world. It has dimensions of only 2×4×1.5cm. The Atom records to a microSD card, supports up to 8GB, and it’s voice activated. Again, try and tell you’re buying this thing to record family home movies to and not hiding it in the dressing room at the lingerie store.

Having in mind its sizes, the recording quality is quite acceptable – it’s of 640×480 resolution and of 30 fps speed. After a single charging you can use it for about an hour. You can store your recordings on a microSD card of a capacity up to 8GB. It comes with a 2GB microSD card, but you can upgrade to an 8GB if you are so inclined. Another handy option is recording activated by loud sound.

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Here comes the new gadget from Sony, it is a DVD recorder offered by Sony that lets you transfer home movies and pictures to DVD without a PC. It looks and acts an awful lot like the previous VRD-MC10 and VRD-MC5. It can take 1080i video with 5.1 audio off your Handy cam’s drive or Memory Stick and shoot out an AVCHD DVD that plays back on compatible Blu-ray drives like the PS3. This compact device connects to virtually any camcorder, VCR or DVR, and even accepts the four most common memory cards letting you record up to 12 hours directly to DVD. There is full support of Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound and 16:9 widescreen video. Automatic DVD menu and title creation along with automatic DVD chaptering every 5, 10 or 15 minutes makes DVD creation and enjoyment simple and convenient. There is a 2.7″ color LCD screen to preview video or 6 digital photos at a time. The Sony DVDirect VRD-MC6 can record on 4.7GB DVD+R/+RW/-R/-RW and 8.5GB DVD+R Double Layer Discs with the ability to span multiple discs if needed.
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This gadget is designed for those who regularly hike through the woods, ski down high mountains, or sail through the ocean. The DXG has a rubberized grip that can protect it against the rugged wear and tear. You may not be able to scuba dive with it, but this all-weather camcorder can resist moisture quite well. But sadly, it only has a 1/4 CMOS 1.0 Mega pixel Sensor, which is only good for still shots on an ordinary camera phone. It also only has 128MB of Flash Memory, but this can be expanded with a SD card. The video can shoot in High Definition formats of H.264 and WVGA and 720p, both at 30 frames per second.
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The beautiful design camcorders from Toshiba. Well, with the world heading full steam ahead into the full High Definition frenzy, it goes without saying that camcorders and digital cameras are next on the list most likely to see full HD standards stamp its authority in that department. Toshiba has announced that three of their new camcorders from the Camileo range will feature full HD resolution, where they are known as the Camileo S20, Camileo H30 and Camileo X100 models. Just to whet your appetite on their standout points, the Camileo S20 is tipped to be one of the slimmest HD camcorders in the world, while the Camileo H30 will bring together functionality alongside ease of use. As for the high end X100 model, you will benefit from a powerful 10x optical zoom.
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Another surprise from Samsung. Let’s see what Samsung bring you this time. Recently, Samsung are launching the HMX-U10 YouTube camcorder to the market that can record video at HD 1080p resolutions. That gives it a pixel resolution of 1920×1080 H.264 that is captured from a 10 megapixel sensor.
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To stay competition level, JVC unveiled its latest Everio Camcorders which offers innovations in video sharing, dual storage memory and portability. The 2009 JVC Everio line includes the HD Everio series, the standard definition Everio G series models, and the Everio S series of memory camcorders. Emphasize on HD, the JVC HD Everio line all record 1920 x 1080 full HD video. The GZ-HD300, with 60GB hard drive, the GZ-HD320, (with 120GB hard drive), offer HDD storage for extra-long recording times, and the GZ-HM200 offers dual SD card recording, with continuous recording from one card to the next. The HD Everio is one of the smallest and lightest full HD camcorder models available.

On the other side, the JVC Everio G series models are the line’s standard definition units. Three models comprises the line: the 60GB GZ-MG630, the 80GB GZ-MG670 and the 120GB GZ-MG680. The JVC Everio S series of memory camcorders includes two models – the GZ-MS120, with dual SD card slots, and the GZ-MS130, with an SD card slot and 16GB of internal flash memory. This dual memory series offer continuous recording.
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Samsung unveiled a new powerful compact digital camcorder, the Samsung MX20, which offers high video quality, longer recording times and low power consumption for SD camcorders to meet customer’s demands. It is powered by the world-renowned Schneider lens with 34x optical zoom, an advanced 2.7 inch screen LCD and Samsung’s improved Hyper Digital Image Stabilization, which compensates for the images caused by hand-shaking for sharper footage. It also features advanced face detection technology which can automatically detect up to five faces and adjust the focus and diaphragm to ensure better composition. The new model optimizes the video quality with a high-performance 680K-pixel CCD sensor.

On video quality, it is packed with powerful technologies such as 3-D noise reduction technology for smooth video, Samsung’s own edge filter technology for stunning video details and clarity, and color control technology for original and natural colors. The new MX20 is the first to apply H.264 CODEC to SD camcorders. In the “fine” mode, Samsung’s MX-20 camcorder can record up to 4 hours of footage using an 8GB memory card, 8 hours using a 16GB memory card, and up to 16 hours using a 32GB card. Users can easily import the video to iTunes and play it on iPod or other personal media players supporting H.264 without having to transcode the files. By selecting the Web & Mobile mode, the camcorder’s resolution is automatically adjusted to 640×480 (H.264 / AAC / MP4) and optimized for use on iPod or YouTube™.
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