How to Choose a Digital Video Camera

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Go with a pocket camcorder for something simple and cheap.. Choose an action camera if you want to shoot videos on the go.. Research the features you need.

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Go with a pocket camcorder for something simple and cheap.

Step 1

Go with a pocket camcorder for something simple and cheap.

2

Choose an action camera if you want to shoot videos on the go.

Step 2

Choose an action camera if you want to shoot videos on the go.

3

Research the features you need.

Step 3

Research the features you need.

4

Choose a cinema camera if you're making feature films or commercials.

Step 4

Choose a cinema camera if you're making feature films or commercials.

5

Try out different cameras in the store to see what you like.

Step 5

Try out different cameras in the store to see what you like.

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Look for the flip-out LCD feature if you want to review video as you shoot.

Step 6

Look for the flip-out LCD feature if you want to review video as you shoot.

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Choose a camcorder with an image stabilizer to avoid shaky footage.

Step 7

Choose a camcorder with an image stabilizer to avoid shaky footage.

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Choose a camcorder with optical zoom to shoot higher-quality videos.

Step 8

Choose a camcorder with optical zoom to shoot higher-quality videos.

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Look for a camera with a microphone jack if you want better sound quality.

Step 9

Look for a camera with a microphone jack if you want better sound quality.

10

Get a tripod to mount your camera on when you shoot.

Step 10

Get a tripod to mount your camera on when you shoot.

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Buy extra memory cards.

Step 11

Buy extra memory cards.

12

Get a bag to transport your camera in.

Step 12

Get a bag to transport your camera in.

13

Have extra batteries on hand when you're filming.

Step 13

Have extra batteries on hand when you're filming.

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