Digital Camcorders

We offer a selection of camcorders that meet the needs and budgets of schools. We carry brands like Hitachi, Canon, and Panasonic because they develop camcorders that offer the features teachers want, at prices schools need. Our camcorders fall under one of three categories with regard to the type of media they use:

MiniDV:
MiniDV camcorders record high quality video on MiniDV tapes that are easily transfered to computer by use of a firewire or USB connection. As testament to it's superior quality, MiniDV camcorders are often used in professional film and television productions.

DVD:
DVD camcorders use either Mini DVD-R, DVD-RW or DVD-RAM media. These camcorder discs usually produce between 30 and 120 minutes of video per disc. DVD-R media can be played on almost all traditional DVD players, but cannot be added to or recorded over once finalized. DVD-RW media can be overwritten, but costs more than DVD-R discs and may not be compatible with older DVD players. DVD-RAM media can be added to or recorded over, but is pricier tan other DVDs and can not be played by traditional DVD players.

Blu-Ray
Blu-Ray camcorders use Blu-Ray discs. These discs have a 7.5GB capacity and hold about 60 minutes of high definition video. Blu-ray camcorders use a blue-violet laser to achieve the capacity necessary for high-definition content. While this media is the most expensive, it does have a protective coating that protects the disc's surface from scratches, dust and fingerprints.

Check our selection, or call us at 800-232-2979 if you have a question. We’re here to help.