High-definition video is quickly becoming the standard in quality video. High-definition camcorders have a much better image quality than their standard definition counterparts, and will be an excellent item to own well into the future. High-definition camcorders are not just for the pros, here are some of the top high-definition digital camcorders designed for consumers.
1. Canon HV10 High-Definition Camcorder
This compact Canon MiniDV camcorder records video in 1080 high-definition video. The camcorder features a 10x optical zoom, and a 3.1 megapixel still camera for taking digital still as well as video.
2. Sony HDR-HC3 1080i HDV Handycam
The Sony HDR-HC3 records video in true high-definition video and has a 2.1-megapixel ClearVid CMOS sensor. The camcorder can record video at 1080 lines of resolution and can take still pictures at a 4.1 megapixel resolution.3. Sanyo VPC-HD1a Xacti High-Definition Camcorder
This very compact high-definition camcorder by Sanyo records onto a high capacity secure digital card (SD) rather than to a tape. The camcorder will allow you to shoot high-definition video and take 5.1 megapixel stills simultaneously.4. Sony HDR-UX1 High-Definition DVD Camcorder
This camcorder by Sony records high-definition video directly onto DVD and has a 30mm Carl Zeiss professional-quality lens. The camcorder has an excellent nigh shot for night recording, and a touch screen menu.5. Sony HDR-SR1 High-Definition HDD Camcorder
Forget tapes, this compact camcorder by Sony records high-definition videos directly onto a built in 30GB hard drive. This camcorder has a professional quality Carl Zeiss lens as well as a touch panel menu.