Reviews for Camcorders with Lot of Optical Zoom

"Two, the FS22 and the FS21, offer media options of internal flash memory and a card slot, along with a 1.07-megapixel CCD, and the return of a 48x Advanced Zoom (37x optical zoom...The three new camcorders will replace last year's models, the FS10, FS11, and FS100, and include several new features...The FS22, FS21, and FS200 are all equipped with a 1/6-inch CCD..." read more »

"Excellent zoom > Stylish finish > Responsive auto modes...Gimmicky You Tube function > Low levels of detail > Protruding battery...That's why Panasonic has introduced the new SDR-H80: the HDD cam that goes that little bit further...Compact and slimline, the H80 sits comfortably in the palm with perhaps just one rather ugly caveat – the protruding battery at the back end...It's no surprise Panasonic has been talking up the H80's 70x optical zoom:..." read more »

"The Sony DCR-SR47 is a great standard-definition camcorder that will satisfy most casual users...If we had to pick the product highlight of the Sony DCR-SR47, it would probably be a tie between its 60GB hard drive and 60x optical zoom (the numbers are the same, see...This means you will rarely need to transfer data to a computer or DVD — although it’s still a good idea to occasionally backup your footage in case the camcorder gets damaged or lost..." read more »

"Oh, how we love new technology—especially when it comes in the form of a smaller, sleeker, easier-to-use device...The Everio G-Series digital camcorders have hard drive-based storage with capacities of either 60GB or 80GB, but you can also fit plenty of video and photos on a microSD/SDHC card, which offers another 4GB or 8GB of storage..." read more »

"THE Panasonic SDR-S26-K is an ultra-compact camcorder that records standard-definition video to removable SD memory cards...This makes the Panasonic SDR-S26 an excellent choice for outdoor shooters, as you’ll be able to get intimately close to distant objects without affecting the picture quality...It also comes packed with plenty of consumer-friendly features...We were less enthused with the SDR-S26-K’s Web Mode, however..." read more »

"The DC410 and DC420 DVD camcorders are more similar to previous models, carrying over features like Advanced Zoom...The DC420 has the same size sensor with a larger pixel count (1.07-megapixel), which allows for a 48x Advanced Zoom (37x optical zoom...While there's no mic jack on the DC420, it does have a USB connection..." read more »

"Good video quality for its class; manual controls; small, comfortable design....No inputs; questionable YouTube friendliness; no optical image stabilization; thin grip strap....Even though the MS120 is compact, it's very comfortable to use and does look and feel nice, despite being entirely plastic...Photos are 640x480 and are typical quality for SD camcorders--good enough for the Web or very small prints...What is nice is that if you know the clip is destined..." read more »

"The customer service is terrible at sunlight sauna’s...I’ve used a standard micro USB to standard USB to charge it...Samsung SC-DX205 DVD Camcorder – $200 Shipped | GadgetReview..." read more »

"Look for a sharp LCD that's easy to see in bright light; adjustable screen brightness helps, too...Canon DC420 Digital Camcorder reviews - CNET Reviews...For full control over exposure, you'll need a camera that lets you manually set both the aperture and the shutter speed..." read more »

"The GZ-MG630 ($429 MSRP), GZ-MG670 ($479 MSRP), and GZ-MG680 ($549 MSRP), all feature a 40x zoom and 1/6-inch 800,000-pixel CCD, as well as a number of new features for data management and sharing...The GZ-MG630 is equipped with a 60GB hard drive, for over 14 hours of video in the highest quality...The GZ-MG630 retails for $429 (MSRP) and the GZ-MG670 for $479..." read more »