Saving images with an external device. Customizing your camcorder. The Sony Digital8 DCR-TRV340 camcorder is one of the best options to transfer your old Hi8/Digital8 tapes to your computer or to use this as a Sony Handycam Digital8 Player to watch your tapes on your TV. The DCR-TRV340 comes with everything you need (battery, charger, cables) to effortlessly digitize your tapes with your video capturing software.
Choosing a Functional Camcorder
Although you can take photos and video with the camera on your smartphone, you may prefer something that is dedicated to quality video capture. Whether you are looking for a tiny video camera that will fit into your pocket or a midsize one that takes higher resolution video, knowing their specs and features can make a difficult decision much simpler.
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What Specifications Should You Look for in a Camcorder?
- Resolution - The number of pixels in the footage is the resolution. The higher number of pixels the greater detail and clarity in the finished product.
- Memory - Record on internal flash memory, a cassette, or a removable SD card. Older models use a cassette while newer ones offer large internal memory and a memory card slot for additional recordings.
- Image stabilization - Control the shaking and blurring by using a camera with a built-in image stabilization. Electronic stabilization uses software to reduce camera shake while optical stabilization works by moving parts of the glass inside the lens.
- Zoom - One feature that makes a huge impact on your videos is the zoom. Digital zoom crops the image while optical zoom works by adjusting the lens.
- Audio - Although the majority of your focus is on the video quality, you don't want to forget about the audio. It's not only the type of mic on the camcorder, but the location of the mic is deal for capturing the sound.
What Else Should You Consider When Picking a Video Camera?
- Battery life - Knowing how long your battery will last ensures you never miss anything. Having a spare battery in your camera bag gives you the confidence to keep on filming without worrying the battery will quit before you are ready to press stop.
- Maximum record time - Another big consideration is the record time. Users need to know how long a tape will last before it needs changing.
- Cassette tape or memory card - The Sony Handycam Hi8 camcorder uses Digital8 format to record the action on an 8 mm tape. Other video recorders use built-in memory or a memory card to hold the recording.
- Size - You have many options when it comes to the size of your recording device. However, the most popular is the medium sized units that are easy to hold but offer a high resolution and multiple features that you don't see on smaller camcorders.
- Extra features - Not all camcorders are created equal, some offer picture-in-picture video without any editing while others offer built-in projectors for presentations. Additional features to consider include special effects, digital scene transition, date and time stamp and digital noise reduction.
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What are the Different Uses for a Camcorder?
The way you plan to use a Sony camcorder determines the size, specifications, and size you need. Possible uses for a designated video camera recorder includes posting videos online, capturing sporting events, and never missing a single moment of your new baby's life.
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