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The Camera Gear Podcast

The Camera Gear Podcast

Technology

121: Are Camcorders Still Worth Buying?

121: Are Camcorders Still Worth Buying?

2025-02-11
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This episode is all about camcorders–are they relics of the past or still a good value? We reminisce about the camcorders we owned many years ago and take a look at some modern equivalents to see what we think.

You can now support us on Patreon! The weekly show will be staying exactly the same, but if you want to contribute to our hosting costs for the podcast, we’d welcome your support. You can check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cameragearpodcast

Want to send us a question or comment, or just learn more about the show? Check out our website at https://cameragearpodcast.com, or email us directly at cameragearpodcast@gmail.com.

Notes:

  • Panasonic HC-X2 4K Camcorder [B&H]
  • Sony NEX-VG900 (E-Mount full frame camcorder) [B&H]
  • Sony PXW-Z90 [Sony Pro]
  • Sony PXW-Z90V [B&H]
  • Sony CX405 Handycam [Sony]
  • Panasonic HC-VX981K 4K Camcorder [B&H]
  • Panasonic HC-VX3 and HC-V900 Announcement [Panasonic]
  • Review of Daniel’s Kodak Zi8 [CNET]
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