Samsung W200 Pocket HD Camcorder Review

By Kimberly Hallen | 8/9/2011

Samsung joins the waterproof pocket camcorder fray with the W200 rugged HD camcorder, a $160 device offering full 1080p video that Samsung claims users should take "to the beach, pool, desert, mountain tops, anywhere your adventure takes you." Is the W200 a tough and worthy beast?

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Kodak PlaySport Zx5 Review

By Mark Calley | 7/19/2011

Last month we tried out the Kodak EasyShare Sport C123, a rugged digital camera that fell well below expectations. This time around we've gotten our hands on its camcorder counterpart, the Kodak PlaySport Zx5. Does the PlaySport impress?

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Samsung HMX-H300 HD Camcorder Review

By Jamison Cush | 7/14/2011

Samsung brands the HMX-H300 as the "ultimate HD family camcorder." Does that mean it's a great value promising HD video at a low price? Or, is it just an indication that serious videographers should stay away? Find out in this full high-definition camcorder review.

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Panasonic HDC-TM40 Review

By Grant Hatchimonji | 6/27/2011

The Panasonic TM40 is not without its share of drawbacks, but it's an affordable entry-level camcorder with better performance than the low price tag would imply.

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Sony Bloggie 3D Review

By Jamison Cush | 6/2/2011

On paper, it's extremely impressive that Sony crammed 3D capability into a pocket camcorder - and not the old-fashioned blue-red (anaglyph) technology either. The Bloggie 3D shoots real stereoscopic 3D. But cut through the wow factor, and how does the Bloggie shape up as a pocket camcorder?

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Panasonic HDC-SD800 Review

By Grant Hatchimonji | 4/27/2011

With the ability to take 1080/60p video, the Panasonic HDC-SD800 shoots footage that is undoubtedly of high quality. But is there much more to it than that?

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Commentary: Smartphones Did Not Kill the Flip

By Jamison Cush | 4/15/2011

When Cisco abruptly shuttered its Flip pocket camcorder division this week, armchair analysts attributed the pocket camcorder's demise to competition from video-capable smartphones. However, a closer look reveals that this is probably not the case.

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Cisco Discontinues Flip Video Camcorder Line

By Mark Calley | 4/12/2011

In a move to realign company interests and focus on enterprise customers in the wake of recent losses, Cisco is shutting down its Flip Video production division, signaling the decline of the pocket camcorder industry.

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Sony Bloggie 3D and Cyber-shot WX10 Hands On

By Jamison Cush | 4/7/2011

The Modern 3D era began in 2004 with The Polar Express. In the seven years since then, 3D imaging technology has migrated from the massive Hollywood rigs and post production processes to consumer tech, notably the entry-level Sony Cyber-shot and Bloggie line.

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Sony Handycam HDR-TD10 First Look

By Jamison Cush | 4/6/2011

Sony hopes the Handycam HDR-TD10 will usher in a new era of camcorders as it will be the company's first 3D consumer device. DigitalCameraReview received extensive hands-on time with the 3D Handycam, which Sony claims are the first production units to roll off the line.

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Panasonic HDC-SD80 HD Camcorder Review

By Jamison Cush | 4/1/2011

The Panasonic HDC-SD80 is a mid-range camcorder offering 1080/60i resolution, 3 megapixel stills, 33.7mm wide-angle lens and Panasonic's Intelligent Auto and other advanced features. Does all that add up to a quality HD camcorder? Read the HDC-SD80 review to find out.

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Toshiba Camileo S30 Review

By Grant Hatchimonji | 3/11/2011

Toshiba may not be known for its prowess in the pocket camcorder market, but that doesn't mean it should be counted out. Its latest offering, the Camileo S30, hops on the touch-control bandwagon and tries to compete with the best with a user-friendly design.

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