218280 1764 Technology Home Electronics Audio & Video Equipment true Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:32:23 -0700 /system/videos/0/50/27/23/232750.flv camcorder, buy, new, camera, videocamera, film, record video, electronics, home electronics, video How To Buy a New Camcorder http://www.howcast.com/videos/218280-How-To-Buy-a-New-Camcorder http://www.howcast.com/videos/218280-How-To-Buy-a-New-Camcorder/edit approved 88 640 360 <object width="425" height="273" classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" id="howcastplayer"><param name="movie" value="http://www.howcast.com/flash/howcast_player.swf?file=218280"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.howcast.com/flash/howcast_player.swf?file=218280" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="425" height="273" allowFullScreen="true" allowScriptAccess="always" ></embed></object> 2 Turnwall http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/218280/buy_a_new_camcorder_xxlarge_maintained_aspect.jpg 592 false false false 89571 0 17 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/218280/17.jpg Determine budget Decide how much you are willing to spend. The easiest way to narrow your options is by picking a price range and sticking to it.

]]> 89572 1 24 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/218280/24.jpg Choose a recording format Choose a recording format. Camcorders can record to miniDV tape, DVD, memory cards, or a built-in hard-drive. Each format has its pros and cons.

]]> 89573 2 35 Tip Consider a high-definition camcorder if you have a high-definition television.

]]> 89574 3 38 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/218280/38.jpg Determine the features you need Determine what features you really need. Do you want a simple point-and-shoot camcorder or one with extra features to give you more control?

]]> 89575 4 48 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/218280/48.jpg Choose a size Choose the size you want. Smaller camcorders are easier to carry around, but may be of lower quality and have fewer features.

]]> 89576 5 55 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/218280/55.jpg Go shopping Shop around at stores and online outlets to get the best price for what you want.

]]> 89577 6 60 Tip Look for stores that offer discounts or coupons on accessories.

]]> 89578 7 65 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/218280/65.jpg Buy the camcorder Buy the camcorder and accessories, such as an extra battery, a camera bag, and a tripod.

]]> 89579 8 71 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/218280/71.jpg Capture a lifetime of memories Capture memories of your family and friends to relive and enjoy the rest of your life.

]]> 89580 9 77 Fact Did you know? The first camcorders were introduced in 1982. Before then, the video camera and recorder were two separate devices hooked together.

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