Camcorders Reviews

Updated: May 18, 2012 00:03
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#1
Canon Legria/Vixia HF G10
alaScore 100

Canon Legria/Vixia HF G10

Provided you've got a wallet padded enough to take the blow, the Canon Legria HF G10 is an...

27 expert reviews | 62 user reviews

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#2
Panasonic HDC-TM900
alaScore 98

Panasonic HDC-TM900

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#3
JVC Everio GS-TD1
alaScore 98

JVC Everio GS-TD1

Want a camcorder that can shoot Full HD in 3D mode? This one from JVC is the first on the market...

40 expert reviews | 12 user reviews

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#4
Panasonic HDC-SD900
alaScore 97

Panasonic HDC-SD900

The SD900 will be available from the end of February for AU$1499. The HS900, the higher-end model...

16 expert reviews | 99 user reviews

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#5
Panasonic HC-X900
alaScore 97

Panasonic HC-X900

While this camera is impressive and does certainly improve on other models, it is underwhelming...

10 expert reviews | 14 user reviews

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#6
Panasonic HDC-SD90
alaScore 96

Panasonic HDC-SD90

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#7
Panasonic HDC-HS900
alaScore 96

Panasonic HDC-HS900

The HS900 is a top-notch camcorder at a solid asking price. We weren't as thrilled by the...

13 expert reviews | 31 user reviews

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#8
Gopro HD HERO 2
alaScore 96

Gopro HD HERO 2

HD video for extreme action.

8 expert reviews | 25 user reviews

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#9
JVC GC-PX10
alaScore 95

JVC GC-PX10

Given that the still camera market is fairly mature, and pretty much every camera worth its salt...

14 expert reviews | 6 user reviews

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#10
Sony HDR CX130
alaScore 95

Sony HDR CX130

Overall, the Sony HDR-CX130 is an impressive camcorder within its price range. Predictably, Sony...

11 expert reviews | 208 user reviews

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#11
Panasonic HDC-SD80
alaScore 95

Panasonic HDC-SD80

Sitting price-wise, as it does, at the intersection of more fully featured prosumer models and...

13 expert reviews | 137 user reviews

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#12
Panasonic HDC-SDT750
alaScore 95

Panasonic HDC-SDT750

The Panasonic HDC-SDT750 is a bold step forwards into 3D videography. Perhaps more importantly...

42 expert reviews | 80 user reviews

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#13
Sony  HDR CX740
alaScore 94

Sony HDR CX740

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#14
Samsung HMX-Q10
alaScore 94

Samsung HMX-Q10

The Q10 is incredibly easy for just about anyone to pick up and use, regardless of their...

14 expert reviews | 148 user reviews

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#15
Kodak Playsport
alaScore 94

Kodak Playsport

Can rivals get any more rugged that Kodak's Playsport Zx5? It's dustproof, waterproof and...

40 expert reviews | 794 user reviews

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#16
Panasonic HC-V700
alaScore 93

Panasonic HC-V700

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#17
Canon LEGRIA HF S21
alaScore 93

Canon LEGRIA HF S21

If you're a video hobbyist or a pro looking for something portable to complement your workhorse...

30 expert reviews | 74 user reviews

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#18
Sony HDR-PJ260
alaScore 93

Sony HDR-PJ260

If you're keen on the idea of a projector, then this is the camcorder for you. But if you're not...

3 expert reviews | 3 user reviews

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#19
Sony NEX-VG20
alaScore 93

Sony NEX-VG20

Given the price of other large-sensor, interchangeable-lens systems, the NEX-VG20 offers...

8 expert reviews | 23 user reviews

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#20
Gopro HD HERO2 SURF Edition
alaScore 93

Gopro HD HERO2 SURF Edition

The HD Hero2 is the camera for people who like to live life on the edge.

5 expert reviews | 78 user reviews

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#21
Samsung HMX-W200
alaScore 93

Samsung HMX-W200

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#22
Kodak Playfull ZE1
alaScore 93

Kodak Playfull ZE1

The Playfull produces good HD video and still images. Provided you don't mind its tiny screen and...

15 expert reviews | 141 user reviews

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#23
Panasonic HDC-Z10000
alaScore 92

Panasonic HDC-Z10000

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#25
Panasonic HDC-SD800
alaScore 92

Panasonic HDC-SD800

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