What is the best Camcorder I can get for under $400?

[DFlame6]

Whats the best camera i can buy with $400 or under?

[Loader09]

this camcorder is the best for even udnder $200

http://cgi.ebay.com/3-NEW-FULL-HD-1080P-12MP-DIGITAL-VIDEO-CAMCORDER-HDMI_W0QQitemZ320...d=p3286.c0.m14

[aedipuss]

this camcorder is the best for even udnder $200

http://cgi.ebay.com/3-NEW-FULL-HD-1080P-12MP-DIGITAL-VIDEO-CAMCORDER-HDMI_W0QQitemZ320...d=p3286.c0.m14

roflmao - yeah right, it's got the lens off a disposable cardboard grocery store camera.

what are you the seller and this is some sort of spam?

[classfour]

Be patient. Many deals out there for the patient persons.

Last year, I purchased a JVC MC-500 (3CCD, nice consumer - not certain if I'd make the prosumer tag, although the price should've pushed it there). for $400. Not bad for a once $1500 piece.

Old Pro stuff is still going above $400, so I can't advise.

I wouldn't buy the $169 piece with the "MIJ" CMOS: It is still a CMOS - at least look for a nice model with CCD sensor.

[Loader09]

It aint spam, im just someone new to the forum who is trying to help out and is wise when spending on electronics, anything else just ask

[edDV]

Need target goals before "best" means anything.

For what purpose?

[zoobie]

saw a reputable house selling their gl2 for $400 recently...but you may have to buy all 3 for $1150...which is still a total deal

[edDV]

If we go by my needs, the "best" would be a used DV cam.

[DFlame6]

Need target goals before "best" means anything.

For what purpose?

Making little "home" movies

[MJA]

Need target goals before "best" means anything.

For what purpose?

Making little "home" movies

look for a refurb Canon HV20.I bought mine for $499.u can shoot in both HD,or SD

if u want camera with a hardrive .check the Canon HG10.you can buy a refurb one for $400

http://www.onecall.com/ProductDetails.aspx?id=98107

BTW. freak'n amazon.com is selling (Wall Street Photo)the hv20 for $1299

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-HV20-Definition-Camcorder-Stabilized/dp/B000MUV6BA

[edDV]

Craigslist has many low use Canon Z series MinDV for less than $400. Many people use these a few times and lose interest. There are good Sony's as well but one must study the models. Some great bargains but I'd recommend meeting the local seller and checking it out before you buy. Ebay is a tougher unseen seller savvy environment. If you know what you are looking for, Craigslist tips the power to the buyer.

[DFlame6]

Does MiniDV look the best out of all the formats?

And I don't really want to buy over craigslist or ebay

1 last thing, is this a decent camera http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=174&modelid=18004

Sorry I am a complete noob to this camera stuff.

[Soopafresh]

That's a decent camera. You get what you pay for, obviously.

http://www.vimeo.com/4935220

[MJA]

since you are spending $400. a refurb HD camera like the HV20,or Canon HG10 is 10 times better than any Z model.just be sure to buy one from an authorized dealer