Canon VIXIA HF100 Flash Memory HD

[Shawn Gossman]

Hey all,

A few years ago, I purchased a handycam for a low price but when I have it in HD it is extremely choppy. So no matter what I did, I would have to take it out of HD to record a good video. However, now I am looking to get a better camera. I still have a budget but I am looking at a certain one at the moment and would like to know if you all think it would be worth the buy?

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...VEO_4?ie=UTF8&m=A26DJIWEWMHVEO&n=&s=&v=glance

Please tell me what I could expect from this camera?

I am also looking at this one...
http://www.amazon.com/Sony-HDRXR260...KX0DER&s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1335388483&sr=1-10

Mainly the one above because it has a higher MP. The first one has 3.3, that is lower than my phone so maybe that is not a good idea...

 

[cedwards]

I would go with the Sony. You can get it cheeper ar B&H http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produ...igh_Definition_Handycam.html/BI/941/KBID/1221 The MP isn't quite as important as the lens. The camcorder has a MUCH better lens than your cell phone and it will be a faster picture, so less blur.

 

[DMMoore]

I've used a Vixia HF10, which is basically the same camera but also has 16GB of internal memory as well as the card slot the HF100 has, for the last several years. I have nothing but positive things to say about it. Its been a joy to use and I plan to continue using it until it dies.

However, I can also argue that the HF100 is several years old and getting dated, while the Sony model you reference is a 2012 model.

 

[cedwards]

I have the Sony CX 550 and love it. It is great in low light and has sharp image and color.