Mini Digital Video
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Cables To Go 27015 Velocity Toslink-to-Optical Mini Plug Digital Cable (1 Meter) Sale Price: $4.50  |
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Velocity LT¿ Digital Optical Cables from Impact Acoustics are manufactured from high-quality optical fiber with a polished lens and gold-plated collar. The stylish PVC jacket adds flexibility and durability for years of listening pleasure... |
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Celestron 44302-A Deluxe Handheld Digital Microscope 2MP Sale Price: $38.00 |
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This innovative microscope design allows you to view specimens or objects on a computer screen and allows you to take snapshot images or short videos. A rugged, metal stand is included for holding the microscope steady at various positions for viewing and/or imaging. |
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Kodak Mini Video Camera with SD Card (Red) Sale Price: $42.50 |
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Did that just happen? Some moments in life need an instant replay button. With the KODAK Mini Video Camera, you've got one with you wherever you go. This itty-bitty video camera easily slides into a pocket - even your skinny jeans... |
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Carson MM-200 Carson Micromax LED 60X-100X LED Lighted Pocket Microscope Sale Price: $11.58 |
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Lightweight and portable, the Carson MM-200 MicroMax pocket microscope is ideal for on-the-go science. The MicroMax offers a powerful 60 to 100x magnification range, making it easy to examine blood samples, bugs, and anything else that's worthy of a closer look... |
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VideoSecu Mini DVR Motion Detector Digital Video Recorder for Audio CCTV Security Camera Home Surveillance 1UA Sale Price: $109.99 |
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Affordable digital video recording is at your fingertips with the Mini-DVR; its simple design makes it ideal for residential and commercial security surveillance applications. This Mini DVR can be built easily... |
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GSI High-Definition Scientific Digital LED Microscope, USB Video Connection to Computers/Laptops/Notebooks, Magnifies All Microscopic Articles 200x, Special Image Treatment, Includes Stand for Handsfree Use, for Hobby/Science/Education/Industrial Sale Price: $39.98 |
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This season discover the Micro world with this newest innovation from GSI. This product was designed by our World-Class Micro experts to capture and display the tiniest miniscule objects in 200 times magnified viewing... |
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RiteAV - Digital Optical Toslink Cable 25ft. Sale Price: $1.91 |
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Connects receivers, DVD Players, or any other audio device with optical (toslink) connectors. |
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Maxell 4PK 60 MIN Digital Mini Video Camcorder Tape Sale Price: $6.68 |
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Maxell DVM60 DV Digital Video Camcorder Tape - 4 Pack |
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Maxell DVM60SE Mini Digital Video Cassette (2-Pack) Sale Price: $1.49 |
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Maxell Mini DV Videocassette 298012 Video Cassettes |
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Worlds Smallest Hd Digital Video Camera Mini Dv DVR Sale Price: $19.99 |
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Smallest mini DV with powerful functions. Functions including: camera, video recoding, sound recording, webcam, motion detection, etc. 1280*960 high resolution. Adds more fun to your everyday life. Ideal for travelling and other outdoor activities Features: 100% BRAND NEW! Picture resolution: 5 mega pixel (interpolated by software), 3 mega pixel (recommended)... |
Looking to buy a digital video recorder? When deciding which digital camcorder to buy, a few different factors are important considerations. Often the final choice will be determined by the following key areas: price range, what the camera is to be used for, and any extra features needed. This guide explains the different options available for each specification and the best uses for each option.
--Video Format--
The types of video format can be divided into two broad categories - high definition and standard definition. Within the high definition category there is a further choice between 720p (lower HD resolution) and 1080 i/p (higher HD resolution). Standard definition is a good choice for those on a budget and people who want to record home movies and special occasions.
Casual occasion video can get by with 720p but professional video, and anyone who wants the best and greatest, should go with nothing less than 1080 i/p.
--Lens Type--
Lenses for digital video recorders vary by zoom level. A fixed lens with 10x optical zoom level or greater will suffice for any use. Professional videographers may want to look for a camera with interchangeable lenses but this is often only necessary for filmmakers.
--Sensor--
The minimum sensor rating for home video users is 680,000 pixels for standard definition and two megapixels for HD. CCD standard sensors at 4mm are sufficient. Professional standards rise to a 6-8 mm sensor and CMOS chips.
--Minimum Illumination--
The illumination rating helps users understand how well video is recorded by that device in low light. The lower the number, the less light is needed. Standard home video or budget cameras usually have a rating of seven; anything lower than seven is better than average.
Some of the best cameras go as low as two and five is sufficient for most professional work.
--Recording Media--
The type of media you record onto can make all the difference. Many video camera manufacturers no longer make video cameras that record to tape. MiniDV and mini DVD-R+R were once all the rage but these are also slowly falling out of favour. Some cameras have an internal hard drive. These work well for large storage but they can only be transferred with a wired connection to a computer.
If you will be using video for a multitude of uses, the best choice of media are removable memory cards. SDHC is the standard but some brands, such as Sony, use Memory Stick which works just as well. Stay away from formats other than SDHC or Memory Stick, if possible.
These are the standards and anything else may not be around for much longer.
--Connectors--
For connection to a computer USB 2.0 is the standard. Some digital video cameras use FireWire but those are becoming less common. For a direct TV connection S-video is used for all purposes on the high end and on the low end, though some cameras offer only standard A/V RCA connectors.
--Viewfinders--
All viewfinders should be in colour and can range in size from 60 - 100 mm. Depending on how you use the camera the size of the viewfinder can be of varying significance. Viewing screen is also important. Most users prefer a larger screen, upwards of two inches, that flips out.
--Other features--
Other notable extras and features to take into consideration are battery life, charging time, and electronic adjustment such as anti-shake. Battery life can be an important consideration if you are using the digital video camera to record an overseas trip or more rugged holiday adventure.
Some Digital Video Cameras to consider:
Canon XH-A1 offers HD video at 1080i resolution. It is for professional use and sells for approximately $5000.
- JVC Everio S GZ-MS130B offers standard resolution at 800k pixels and sells for $400.
- Panasonic HDC-HS20K offers full HD, is compact, and sells for $1500.
- Sanyo VPC-HD1A is a vertically held small camera but records at 720p. It sells for $800.
- Sony DCR-SX60 is a budget camera with excellent quality that sells for around $500.
Hugh McInnes is an avid traveller and amateur photographer. He likes to keep up with the latest in photography and digital video cameras, which can be purchased easily on online shopping sites.
Best Mini digital video camera for making youtube videos?
I've seen a couple of miniature digital video cameras on the market that are designed for making Youtube videos (basically low resolution video in a youtube ready format).
Can anybody recommend a good one? Preferably one that uses regular rechargeable batteries and which records to a standard type of memory card.
I'm looking for long battery life and recording time over quality of recording and I need to be able to swap both out on the go if I run out of power/memory. It's a pain having to lug around a camcorder and recording in high res only having to degrade it to put it on youtube, and I don't want to have to use my stills camera's video mode all the time.
Get a flip!! We have one and it is amazing! It's really small and can record up to an hour of video at a time. It also has a built in USB connector, so uploading videos couldn't be easier! Go to theflip.com to check it out!
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