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The Best Camcorder for Low Light (HF100)


What’s the best HD camcorder I can get for under a grand and works great in low-light?


I need to being able to film wedding and stuff, need a cam that’s great in low light and HD I was thinking canon vixia.
Whats’s better the Vixia HFS100 or The Vixa HF200?

Canon VIXIA HF200 HD Flash Memory Camcorder with 15x Optical Zoom
Very powerful camcorder and at discount price on amazon and also the reviews are good

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001OI2Z2I?ie=UTF8&tag=wwwbestdisc08-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001OI2Z2I

# Record crisp HD video directly to a removable SDHC memory card
# 1920 x 1080 Full HD Recording
# Genuine Canon 15x HD video lens; SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer
# 1920 x 1080 Full HD recording; 24p Cinema Mode, 30p Progressive Mode
# Dual Shot for capturing both video and photos with ease
# The CMOS sensor provides outstanding image capture in low light conditions.

Best budget camcorder for low-light situations?


Hello! I am taking a trip to NY and DC in April and I want a good camera that can record in low light (the city at night mostly) To be honest I really dont want to spent more that $300. I have been looking at camcorders like the sony webbie Aipteks line etc.

Any ideas?

You are not going to find a camcorder that records well at night for under $300. Period. Aipteks are in particular pretty horrible in low-light. Here’s a test… look at the size of the lens, the glass itself, not the plastic part surrounding it. The size of the lens indicates something very signficant about the camera’s light-gathering capability. Most of the Aiptek-type cameras have a tiny lens area, and often much of that lens area is shell, not lens.

I’d bet the Sony Webbie outperforms any of the Aipteks, but it’s not great compared to many “real” camcorders. See here:

http://www.camcorderinfo.com/content/Sony-MHS-PM1-Webbie-HD-First-Impressions-Camcorder-Review-36052.htm

You can find “real” camcorders in this range… something like the Canon FS-100. While this one is no great shakes at low-light, it’s way beyond the range of these web-cam spinoffs like the Aipteks and the Webbie.. plus you get a real lens, large optical zoom, etc.

Even semi-pro camcorders are not all that great in the dark. Take my Sony… it’s got a sensor about 15x larger than some of those webcam type camcorders, but it’s still not ideal for low-light video… and it cost me $2600 some years back.

NEEWER® 160 LED CN-160 Dimmable Ultra High Power Panel Digital Camera / Camcorder Video Light, LED Light for Canon, Nikon, Pentax, Panasonic,SONY, Samsung and Olympus Digital SLR Cameras
NEEWER® 160 LED CN-160 Dimmable Ultra High Power Panel Digital Camera / Camcorder Video Light, LED Light for Canon, Nikon, Pentax, Panasonic,SONY, Samsung and Olympus Digital SLR Cameras

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This super lightweight 160-piece-LED video light can be used in video taking. either for lights setup or supplement, the light intensity can be changed to offer professional effects.

Specification:

Input: DC 7.2V~8.4V
Maximum Power: 9.6 W
Color Temperature: 5400K (3200K/filter)
Average Service Life: 50000 hours
Luminous flux: 660 lm
Runtime: 70-90mins
Size: 141×62x150 mm
Weight: 430g (with package)

Illumination:

Distance Lux

1m 900 lux

2m 240 lux

3m 120 lux

4m 70 lux

5m 40 lux

Package Contains:
LED Video Lighting x1
Battery Holder x1
Filter x3(Soft Diffuser, 3200k filter, pink filter)
Original Manufactory Package

Please noted: Batteries are NOT included.

Features

  • Compatible with five different kinds of battery: Panasonic CGR-D16S, Sony NP-FH70, NP-FM55H, NP-F550 and AA battery.
  • Easy to know the battery capacity: press the test button, 4-LED On means battery full, 1-LED On means battery low.
  • There are three filters included with this item, one white filter to soften the light (diffuse effect); one warm filter to reduce the color temperature and one Pink filter.
  • Rotate switch be use to on/off and adjust the brightness.
  • Hot shoe design can be attached to the video cam or DC
Sony HDR-CX160 High-Definition Handycam Camcorder (Black)
Sony HDR-CX160 High-Definition Handycam Camcorder (Black)

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Capture amazing 1920 x 1080 Full HD video with the ultra-compact HDR-CX160 Handycam camcorder. It features an “Exmor R” CMOS sensor for superior low-light performance and wide angle Sony G lens, plus 42x extended zoom feature for getting you closer to the action. Record and store up to six hours of high-definition video footage (HD LP mode) via the built-in embedded Flash memory. You can also compose and view your shots on the vibrant 3.0″ touch-screen display.

Features

  • 1920×1080 Full HD 60p Recording w/3MP still image
  • 16GB embedded Flash Memory for up to 6 hours of recording
  • Wide Angle G lens to capture everything you want
  • 42x Extended Zoom to get even closer to the action
  • Back-illuminated “Exmor R” CMOS sensor for superb low-light video
Professional 72
Professional 72″ TRIPOD FOR All Canon Sony, Nikon, Samsung, Panasonic, Olympus, Kodak, Fuji, Cameras And Camcorders + BP MicroFiber Cleaning Cloth

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ButterflyPhoto has Offered Top quality products for all digital cameras for over 15 years. Every product is guaranteed to work 100% perfectly and is 100% Brand New in its original Package. Each item includes a Full Worldwide warranty and is 100% sanctioned for safe use. ButterflyPhoto is a Leader In the Consumer Electronics Business, Our ratings throughout the internet are second to None.    This 72-Inch Photo and Video tripod features a special carrying handle as well as a professional foam grip. It has self leveling rubber leg tips as well as built-in bubble levels. It has a 3-way pan head and 3 section legs. It includes a deluxe carrying case and has a 3 year limited warranty.Lightweight, versatile, and affordable, the 72″ tripod is a great tripod for photographers of all levels of experience. Product Description Kit Includes: ♦ 1) Bower – Bower 72-Inch Full Size Tripod ♦ 2) ButterflyPhoto – ButterflyPhoto Micro Fiber Cleaning Cloth Special Carrying Handle Extends To 72- Inches Professional Foam Grip Self Leveling Rubber Legtip Built In Bubble Leveling 3-Way Pan Head 3-Section Leg Quick leverlock Rubber Legtip Deluxe Soft Case This product has a 3 year Limited warranty. ButterflyPhoto Micro Fiber Cleaning Cloth – Safely Removes Fingerprints and Dust, Cleans Without Chemicals

Features

  • The Ultiamte Professional 72″ Tripod – Extends to 72″
  • Tripod Has Special Carrying Handle Professional Foam Grip
  • Self Leveling Rubber Legtip Built In Bubble Leveling
  • 3-Way Pan Head 3-Section Leg Quick leverlock
  • Rubber Legtip Deluxe Soft Case Includes ButterflyPhoto Micro Fiber Cleaning Cloth – Safely Removes Fingerprints and Dust, Cleans Without Chemicals
NEEWER® CN-126 LED Video Light for Camera or Digital Video Camcorder
NEEWER® CN-126 LED Video Light for Camera or Digital Video Camcorder

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This 126 LED Video Light can adapt to different types of digital video camcorders and cameras. It can also work as Office table lamp, industrial lamp, power cut light, or even Barbecue at your garden, etc.

*Rotate switch for on/off and brightness adjustment.

*Adopts concentration LED lights, irradiation distance can reach more than 5m, suitable for long distance shooting. the light can also be adjusted from concentrating light to diffusing light which is suitable for short distance shooting.

*One touch battery check with 4 level indicator: press the test button, 4-LED On means battery full, 1-LED On means battery low.

*Designed with Standard hot shoe plug, so can be installed on the DV or DSLR, and DC with standard hot shoe.

*Compact design, high power, good durability, and low heat output.
High quality with long service life.

*Compatible batteries (not included):
Sony NP-Series Li-ion rechargeable battery (NP-FH70, NP-FM55H, NP-F550…)
Panasonic CGR-D16S rechargeable battery
6 * Alkaline/NiMH AA Battery

NOTE:
Please turn off the power after use. In order to avoid waste of battery an longtime heat generation and further affect the service life of LED bulbs.
If power is supplied by AA battery ,please remove the battery when the LED Lighting is out of use. Otherwise, the battery unused longtime will go moldy and rot the ciruit inside the LED Lighting.
Please install battery as gently as you can to avoid damage and distortion of the battery holder.

specification:
LED Quantity: 126 pieces
Input: DC 7.4-8.4V
Maximum Power: 7.56 Watt
Color Temperature: 5400K (3200k w/filter)

package contents:
1 * LED Video Lighting
3 * Filters
1 * Battery holder
1 * Hot shoe stand

Features

  • New! CN-126 LED Video Light for Camera DV Camcorder Lighting
  • With 126-LED lights for optimum illumination and diffuser.
  • Helps to ensure your pictures’s perfect settings.
  • Can be used in video taking, either for lights setup or supplement.
  • There are 3 filters included with this item, with Spotlight effect, Diffuse effect, and for…
Vista Explorer 60-Inch Lightweight Tripod with Tripod Bag
Vista Explorer 60-Inch Lightweight Tripod with Tripod Bag

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The Explorer Tripod is perfect for digital, video and still cameras up to 4 pounds. Featuring quick release leg locks and 3 way pan head, this tripod is a breeze to set up. Utilizing a geared center post, this extends from 22″ to 60″ giving great range. Extra leg support offers better stability. Tripod bag included.

Features

  • 3 way pan head with bubble level
  • Only 3 pounds
  • Quick release leg locks
  • Geared Center Post
  • Bag included
Ravelli ATD Professional Tripod Dolly for Camera Photo and Video
Ravelli ATD Professional Tripod Dolly for Camera Photo and Video

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The Ravelli ATD Tripod Dolly is an excellent dolly for use with your professional camera and video tripods, light stands, and background stands.
The most important feature of a good dolly is good wheels. After all, the point of a dolly is to be able to smoothly move your tripod from one place to another. Unlike less expensive models with smaller plastic wheels, our dolly uses large 3″ diameter wheels with all metal ball bearings and a rubber outer surface for an ultra smooth roll.
The Assia ATD also features one step easy locking wheels. Once you get the dolly where you want it, all you have to do is “step” on the locks for one or more of the wheels. Some
competing models including the best names such as Bogen, Manfrotto, Quickset, and Linhof require that you get down on your knees to “screw” a separate rubber stopper down to the floor to hold the dolly in position.
The universal leg locks used will fit nearly any tripod. Many of the tripod dollies offered by the competition including the best names such as Bogen, Manfrotto, Quickset, and Linhof have a fixed attachment point at the end of the dolly legs. Ours has a leg grip which slides along the dolly leg going either closer to the center or out to the end. This allows you to adjust the desired level of “spread” for the tripod you are using.

Features

  • All Metal Ball Bearing Casters with Rubber Wheels for Ultra Smooth Roll
  • One-Step Easy Lock Locking Wheels
  • Universal Fully Adjustable Leg Locks
  • Easy Folding Design with Carrying Handle
  • Heavy Duty Construction for Professional Tripods
Adorama Heavy Duty L-bracket with 2 Standard Flash Shoe Mounts
Adorama Heavy Duty L-bracket with 2 Standard Flash Shoe Mounts

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Adorama Heavy Duty L-bracket designed to hold the camera vertically. It has 2 standard shoe mounts, allowing two units of any type of flash to be mounted. A flash bracket allows you to move your external flash away from the camera for better lighting and preventing red eye.

Sony HVL-HL1 Video Light (3-Watt) for Compatible Sony Camcorders
Sony HVL-HL1 Video Light (3-Watt) for Compatible Sony Camcorders

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Works with DCR-HC42, DCR-HC90, DCR-PC55, DVD102/202/402 Three-watt video designed exclusively for compatible Handycam camcorders Provides a bright light for shooting in dark places or where there is a strong backlight The auto function feature turns the light on automatically in dimly lit situations

Features

  • Three-watt video designed exclusively for compatible Handycam camcorders
  • Provides a bright light for shooting in dark places or where there is a strong backlight
  • The auto function feature turns the light on automatically in dimly lit situations
  • Includes an storage pouch to keep the light safe while away from the camcorder
  • Compact, lightweight and easy to store
Veho VCC003MUVI Micro DV Camcorder
Veho VCC003MUVI Micro DV Camcorder

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Muvi is an ultra portable camcorder. At 2.17″ long the Muvi Micro Digital Camcorder is one of the smallest high resolution DV camcorders in the world. With a 2 Mega Pixel recording image, quality is not compromised.

Features

  • Voice activated start stop
  • Smallest hi res camera
Dolica WT-1003 67-Inch Lightweight Monopod
Dolica WT-1003 67-Inch Lightweight Monopod

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Dolica’s 67″ Light-Weight Monopod is ideal for both indoor and outdoor photography It is perfect for events, sports activity, capturing that one amazing shot Designed for use with small Point-N-Shoot cameras or 35mm cameras Features: Ultra light-weight construction and able to support up to 6.7 lbs 4 leg sections and extendable legs with non-skid rubber tip feet, built-in adjustable wrist strap, includes tripod bag.

Features

  • Ultra-light weight aluminum alloy construction, able to support up to 6.7 lbs.
  • Four leg sections with non-skid rubber foot.
  • Ideal for both indoor and outdoor surfaces.
  • Built-in adjustable wrist strap.
  • Includes carrying bag.

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