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	13 models of 5 most popular brands of digital camcorders put to test
	Some camcorders do not provide Firewire output socket
	One brand especially has unsatisfactory record and playback battery time

Camcorders are an expensive device. An average camcorder in the Indian market costs between Rs 14,000 to Rs 39,000 and after having spent a fortune on acquiring one, if the video recording device fails to record at the crucial moment, or if the cassette jams, one feels awfully let down. The Indian camcorder market is dominated by Sony and Canon and it indeed is one of the models of these companies that walks away with the top honours.

Tests on 13 models of five brands reveal that there are camcorders that offer superb auto-focus capabilities, unparalleled image sharpness and manual functionality. What is important with camcorders is that the camera should have good image quality and photo recording quality. The auto-focus feature and audio quality are also crucial factors.

The key to recording good pictures is that the hand must be held as steady as possible. That is why it is advisable that a camcorder always be customised to the comfort levels of the user.

How the test were conducted

Tests of 13 models of camcorders were conducted by International Consumer Research and Testing (ICRT), in Europe. ICRT is an association of 37 consumer organisations from 33 countries worldwide. It aims to promote co-operation in consumer research and testing among its members and other organisations concerned with consumer matters.

Read more to find out

	Which camcorder has the best picture quality?
	How much does sound quality suffer in camcorders. When do you need external microphones?
	Why is a ‘Firewire' output important? Find out which models support this feature?
	Which is the best storage format: MiniDV; DVD discs, or hard drive?

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