Cheap Camcorder from Amazon, Review and Test

[@Snaily]

On the upside, if for whatever reason you want to recreate the look of early-mid 2000's CBBC dramas this is the camera for you.

[@lotte2852]

thats exactly what i am looking for lmao

[@chloew8374]

😆😆😆 me thinking this is perfect

[@princey_06]

Yeah i want that old vhs look

[@sl6023]

This is the comment I was looking for lmao sold.

[@Skull_Gun]

Hostage ransom footage comes to mind

[@aubrey5577]

camcorders are so underrated like i mean Murk off would have never been exposed without a camcorder

[@RewindFriday]

This comment is gold

[@tauhedushsalam3877]

Outlast vibes kicking in !!

[@zahragibbs5491]

I bought one of these camera's and actually mines works perfectly. When i first got it, the quality was not good but all you have to do if change the resolution and it works as good as a vlogging camera. I think you should buy if you know how to change settings or just watch a video on it.

[@zahragibbs5491]

The one i have is a CofunKool Video Camera Camcorder 1080P 30FPS

[@bigtb1717]

I'm glad yours is working well for you. I assure you I tried all the settings and I had it set to 1080p resolution.

[@PamPooh1111]

I'm so glad you posted this I just bought one today is this only for a video recording or can you take pictures with this as well?

[@j101303]

PrettyLittle Pam let us know how it works! I’m looking for one myself

[@luanpham7469]

Are you a salesman ?

[@discojelly]

This is BEST review of ALL these cameras I see on Amazon! Thank you!

[@moodberry]

This video was EXACTLY what I needed, because I was considering buying one. Thank you!

[@joshjohnson8003]

Welp, guess you really do get what you pay for. Thank you so much for this video and nice work! This video is almost two years old and it still holds up. Which is pretty amazing considering how fast technology moves. Thanks again.

[@indioteve6087]

👍🏽

[@matthewjuarbe5826]

i bought one of these cameras used it twice and it just stopped working for no reason. i didn't drop it or anything. Definity not worth the money even though they are super cheap

[@matthewjuarbe5826]

@Sandra Woodruff mines is long dead i gave up and bought a vivitech 4k action camera for $40 usd off of walmart. Works great socfar

[@dawnmau]

Its not really for vlogging but its a gold mine in our year because most of the gen z want to go back to the 90's

[@bennyagainsttheworld3123]

Yea it’s more aesthetically pleasing

[@dawnmau]

@@bennyagainsttheworld3123 PERIOD.

[@andiwand7954]

then get a vx1000 and not a hd Camcorder

[@SnepperStepTV]

Y'all are gonna have to make them start making video tapes again if you actually want to go back to the 90s. These are early 2010s at best, even the 2000s still had tapes and DVD started being used too.

Mine arrived today and I will be sending it back tomorrow!

[@Can_O_Peas]

I got one and couldn’t find reviews on it until now. Mine arrived yesterday and am definitely sending it back now

[@redbear_70]

Well you saved me from buying and returning this, appreciate it. Then again, if I want to make a video look like it was taken in the 80's then maybe lol.

[@LineupLegend]

Looks like a crap camera to me. Thanks for the video. Saved me from wasting my money.

[@dezznutsinurmouth7548]

Of course it would to you you have shit covering your eyes cut the guy a break.

[@sumoslap1973]

Omegelfilebusters Tv bruhhhhh. The channel owner even says the quality is laughable...

[@dudeguy12]

@@dezznutsinurmouth7548 I believe he was referring to the camera that the guy said was laughable in quality.

[@blackout9875]

@Pixel yeah , luckily i was able to get a refund

[@philpants44]

u get what u pay for

[@WaybackRewind]

I was so curious about these cameras. Thank you. The answer does not surprise me. This is more of a toy than a real camcorder.

[@bigtb1717]

Granted, they would likely have seemed pretty great 30 years ago, but these days there is just SO much better everywhere.

[@yoursistaangel8183]

Thanks for not letting me waste my money. What camera and edit software do use for this KZbin video?

[@bigtb1717]

The main camera I use for KZbin is a Sony AX700. Had it for a while now and it is great. I use PowerDirector for editing my videos. It definitely has its limitations, but it is fairly easy, and I’m used to it. I consider trying something else once in a while, but PowerDirector works okay for the simple stuff I do.

[@ImTheDaveman]

This would be great to fake "Vintage" 1970s - 80s VHS video - which could be pulled off with the use of filters that's available in many video editors.

[@demontejohnson4102]

I agree that’s exactly what I’m looking for tbh

[@mrrobert1301]

If your looking for that vintage VHS look than just pick up a standard definition camcorder, they're not only going to be way cheaper but they're going to give you a way better effect and look

[@catlover1986]

@@mrrobert1301 "Way cheaper"? These are regularly available for $70 with free shipping on Amazon.

[@airconditionersexposed]

Aside from low resolution, this has no similarities with VHS. If you want low quality video, just buy a $20-$30 video camera in a different form factor. It will look the same as this.

[@royrice8597]

In many cases a “cheap” cam is better described as “economy” as often they are still quality cams at a value. Not all though! I have plenty of Sony products but they are always way over priced. You pay for the name. I got the 4K HD from Amazon. $129.00. It’s great! Clarity fantastic! I wouldn’t go any less though. It was a real hassle to figure out the right buttons to push. NOT initially user friendly at all! I had to read the instructions. 👍👍👍

[@s10_4_life6]

I just got mine yesterday and so far it works great, I didn't get this Specific one, Mine has a Lens Cap, Lens Hood, Night Vision & a few other items with it that this one doesn't have, So far I'm happy with it, Am I going to be happy with it next month, IDK, but for $130 dollars I figured it was worth a shot 🤷

[@chromeheartonmysleeve]

hiii what camera was it ? :)

[@apt155]

I used the 4K version of that camera for just over a year (Don't ask me how I managed to put up with it for that long). The audio, photo and videos were better than your example but other than that it was just as worse The zoon was crap, it couldn't handle low and bright light and it was so light that handheld footage was so shakey. HD Sony camcorders put it to shame. Thank god I now have my new Panasonic VXF1.

[@antbbx3417]

Yea man I agree . I have a Sony 6400 it’s amazing!

[@mikethered4864]

LOL I can get better video and sound with my Galaxy. This is trash. So grateful for KZbinrs like you that order these cheap electronics and do honest straightforward reviews.

[@jamespride6530]

It was a great review and it is an excellent camera. I have one and I think your review covered it all. Great job.

[@indigotv56]

right people are saying it's a sucky camera when they haven't even bought it or even tried to do anything. He was just showing the Raw footage when u first get it. People are acting like there aren't any features that can fix those things.

[@LilPaconot]

@@indigotv56 how do you fix them? I’ve seen many comments saying it’s bad, but saw th reviews on Amazon and bought it anyways, it’s coming on Monday, so I just want to know how I can fix those things, before I get it

[@indigotv56]

@@LilPaconot When the camera comes the instruction manual doesn't really have many details. The camera setup may be confusing but you have to kinda get used to using the setting area inside of the camera opening. When you open the camera click menu and then you'll see a whole bunch of settings. Some of the settings are unnecessary unless you need them. The camera is actually not bad the picture is good but sometimes the video quality can be sucky sometimes. Also, the camera may change color because of the natural lighting. Make sure you stay in a well-light area (very bright). Hope this helps! I tried my best to explain lol. :)

[@justincui]

So far, great camcorder makers that still make camcorders are Sony, Canon, Panasonic, and JVC. Is there a fifth camcorder maker that still makes great camcorders, given that some makers like Samsung discontinued their camcorder segment?

[@PatJLonie]

These cameras are a gold mine in 2020

[@Nitan7777]

What do you mean by that

[@αντίο-π4ζ]

Does it come with a remote, tripod and microphone?

[@mackayliamctaggart416]

Is it worth it?

[@Nitan7777]

I feel ghosted

[@αντίο-π4ζ]

Mackaylia Mctaggart no

[@budwhite3570]

I just bought this "HDV-201LM" used, off ebay, for $20, came with the microphone and two batteries, of which I had to bend out the contacts on the camera to keep connection to batteries. Its definitely having more issues with video quality than my other cheap camcorders, and its the only one I have with the external battery. This one doesn't have any threads around the lense for attaching a wide angle x39 lense like alot of the other low end camcorders have. I bought it to basically learn about it, ....since I have others, and mine doesn't have a brand name, so I suppose it came directly from china.

[@NorthernWolf910]

And, camcorders/video cameras generally are capable of recording video for longer than a maximum of 20-29 minute stints (depending on the brand and age of the camera). My old Kodak (C195... I think) can only record for up to 20 minutes or so before it automatically stops recording, and my much newer Nikon B500 camera can't record video for more than 29 minute stints (regardless of format and any other settings). That gets frustrating sometimes. However, yes, those two cameras are primarily designed to take pictures, not video. *By the way, thank you for the great video!*

[@chris_bcx]

Does this one have a record limit? And if so can you by pass it

[@SantiagoMonroy5]

White Balance is oof, looks like a meh 720p, and it doesn't even look like its 30fps. Outside shots looks over-sharpen and zoom is trash Yeah, its trash, i have a new appreciation for my cheap Canon Camcorder (HF R800)

[@SantiagoMonroy5]

For 80 dollars, you can get a used Sony handycam or a Vixia HF R600/700

[@demha03]

Can’t unsee the stop-motion battery handling lol

[@chrisgill8885]

Thank you so much for this you have answered everything I needed to know and the temptation to buy one of these is definitely not there anymore. Will stick to the name brands. Cheers

[@driversseet6494]

They marketed it beautifully... But it's you who saved me

[@jaimecordova5205]

Excellent review. Huge help when deciding what to spend my money on. Thank you!

[@TheOfficial_YoItSJaKe4091]

I don’t know if you’ll see this 4 years later, but I really believe it can be very close or as good as higher-up cameras as long as you have quality/audio editing knowledge, preferably in editing softwares; for me, I edit on mobile, and I was able to edit the brightness to make my shots at least 50% more bearable on the eyes, I never uploaded the footage. Sure, it may not exceed our expectations immediately, but as people exclaimed, you get what you pay for, so make the most of it. I haven’t used mine in years and now I’m just starting up again for my KZbin channel. I consider it a “benefit” and a “disadvantage” compared to my usual device (just my iPad). “Some things are best tolerated than avoided.”

[@JeremydePrisco]

Best review of these that I've seen. Great job and well presented.

[@takingtheshot9830]

Bro it's still relevant today👍👍👌👌

[@itsleahmarie]

I was so close about to get this for my channel thank u now I'ma have to pick to get one that's good quality

[@JHMBB2]

I don't think if you mentioned the stop motion animation, I wouldn't have noticed, but holy crap I couldn't stop laughing either.

[@commandogooseproductions4997]

what sd card did you use on that camera? i have one, im trying to get started

[@bigtb1717]

I think it came with the card, but I don't remember for sure. On many of these cameras I have much better luck and reliability using a 32GB or lower card. Some of these cheap camcorders don't work well with 64GB and up cards.

[@cryptidproductions3160]

TBH at $70 you're better off trawling pawnshops for a working second hand unit because you can get something far higher end that way. I once paid somewhere in that ballpark for a modern/digital Sony Handicam from one.

[@eelcowijninga9408]

One of the funniest reviews seen lately, thanks for that (and helpful also)

[@upta-q.a.m.p343]

I read the reviews while watching, and so I will continue to look for something else.

[@axesamuels91384]

Bought a few of these (not this model exact but something similar) , specifically for the night vision. And because I wanted a specific look of my short film and it worked well for my needs.

[@tamarakrouse5592]

What do you recommend? We video record 3-4 hour teachings every saturday. I bought a similar camera to the one you are showing here... sound is better and video is a tad better, but my biggest issue is I need to have constant recording for more than 10-11 minutes at a time. Maybe there is a setting I am overlooking, too? IDK, but your advice and direction would be great. Thank you

[@tamarakrouse5592]

Also still looking to keep the budget under control.

[@bigtb1717]

What is your budget? Are you in the US?

[@tamarakrouse5592]

Yes, in the US. Budget is $100-$150 for now. Biggest need is audio, but video would be helpful.

[@bigtb1717]

You could get a perfectly good audio recorder for that price, but a decent video camera for that price will be a little more difficult. If you want, send me an email at [e-mail] and I'll see if I can help you out.

[@tamarakrouse5592]

Excellent, thank you!

[@pnmacdonald]

My Grandson received one for Christmas. Sorry for stupid question, but how the heck do you charge the batteries? Can they be charged ONLY while attached to the camera via the USB? Thanks for the review. Very well done and your advice is spot on.

[@bigtb1717]

There may be an optional external charger, but I don't know of one. As it comes the only way to charge the batteries is in the camera via USB.

[@evanscott9473]

I've been a photographer for a number of years, but bought one of these to start doing video reviews for vintage toys. I know very little about video though. I can't seem to get the footage to upload onto my computer. Granted, my computer is from 2008. Is there any simple to use editing software you could recommend?

[@bigtb1717]

I started with PowerDirector. I thought it was pretty easy to use. I'm sure there are others out there, but that's the one I started with. I've tested out several generic cameras like this and some of them have problems with the memory card being read properly in the computer and I've even had some that create odd file formats that won't read properly in some programs. So it's possible you are running into an issue like that, but PowerDirector was pretty good about recognizing just about any file type.

[@chickaddds]

I have one. The video quality is comparable to a 2006 flip phone video. I've tried every combination of settings to no avail. It does nothing it claimed to do.

[@reizrblade]

whats the name of this camera ? on amazon

[@bigtb1717]

The "brand" was Aabeloy. The actual ad title was just a long sring of random keywords. The specific listing I purchased is no longer available.

[@reizrblade]

@@bigtb1717 thanks I found a similar one last night.

[@Scratchingforcash]

Does anyone know how to make it focus when zooming in?? Example: we scratch lottery tickets on KZbin but the camera shows them fuzzy. We absolutely cannot zoom in clear, it’s always fuzzy and unreadable. Please help if you know a trick or setting I am not seeing. Thank you in advance.

[@bigtb1717]

Unfortunately there is nothing you can do. The focus is permanently fixed and the minimum focus distance is close to 3 feet. Zoom is purely digital, so any softness due to being too close will only get worse when you zoom in.

[@raymondabella4684]

Very informative review. Your review answered just about every question I would ask about these cheap cams except for how the socalled nightvision that meany of them advertise having. Then again, given the footage of the regular video you demonstrated, my guess is that the IR night mode probabley stinks anyway. After watching this, I just went with a used Sony I got off ebay for the same price. The only disadvantage was that I had to buy an adapter to put a micro SD to fit into it like a Sony DUO slot. The added bonus was that great Sony Night Vison they don't make anymore. Once again, awesomely informative review!!!👍

[@opinionation571]

may I ask which model u have specifically?

[@raymondabella4684]

@@opinionation571 I picked up an old 2007 Sony HDR-CX7. She's an old cam but the IR night vision is pretty awesome and is the one thing no phone cam has, making it still worth buying dispite how outdated it is. The built in microphone is pretty nice also. There are definitely better Sony models to choose from but this one suits me fine for recording things in the dark that go bump in the night.

[@Jacky-]

I just got this camera as my first camera was it a bad choice as a starting yt camera?

[@bigtb1717]

It doesn't have great quality, but if you can make it work for you, then that's what matters.

[@boricuacoin4696]

Hi, nice video, could you tell me if this camera have night vision?

[@bigtb1717]

No, this particular model doesn't have night vision.

[@boricuacoin4696]

@@bigtb1717 oh okay, thanks

[@Truman96]

Hi! What sony camera footage did you show at 15:59?

[@bigtb1717]

Sony CX-405.

[@Truman96]

@@bigtb1717 Thanks!

[@bigtb1717]

No problem. I have a review of another camcorder where I have more comparison clips with the CX-405 if you are wanting more video from that camera.

[@BedsitBob]

Regarding the colour rendering inside, did you try changing the white balance?

[@bigtb1717]

I probably should have showed other white balance settings, but I left it in auto for the video. I did try other settings. Strangely, the "daylight" settings gave much warmer color in my booth, with the "cloudy" setting probably being the most accurate. Both gave warmer colors than what I showed, but the daylight setting in particular was way too warm making my skin a bright, reddish orange. The cloudy setting was probably the most accurate, but my hands still looked like I had an overdone spray tan, lol. Overall, none of the settings give particularly accurate color in my sound booth.

[@BedsitBob]

@@bigtb1717 An overdone spray tan, huh. Should we call you Ross Geller or Stuart Bloom? 😁

[@Harlock2day]

If you had to spend 100/150 on a vlogging camera with audio input to test if vlogging is for you what would you get ? New, not used.

[@smokscooters780]

Can you give the link please

[@bigtb1717]

This exact camera is no longer available. However, if you search "camcorder" on Amazon, you will find hundreds of generic camcorders similar to this one. There are small differences, but they all seem to be cheap web-cams or cheap wi-fi security cams stuck in a cheap camcorder shell.

[@willamayranch]

Thank you was considering buy but when you switched to the camera your voice was muffled

[@gene094]

13:33 looks like a WWII Documentary

[@drewdebella538]

Lmfaooo🤣

[@DVN_FPV]

Haha True 😂

[@handyallaround5776]

very helpful would love to know wha this one cost?

[@bigtb1717]

This particular camera was around $80. Last I checked it was no longer available.

[@shalikaperera2395]

This camera for can use record youtube craft videos ?

[@loveaereon3360]

I got this for Christmas and the audio isn't good

[@compositefrog1811]

Yeah same here I'm just going to get a microphone for it

[@michaelgarcia-ke1cf]

What would be a good camcorder for hunting and outdoors . I’ve been looking all of them on Amazon but I wasn’t to sure

[@bigtb1717]

What is your budget?

[@michaelgarcia-ke1cf]

@@bigtb1717 honestly I’m not too sure I just don’t want to break the bank on one. I want to be able to record my out door videos and put them on KZbin .

[@bigtb1717]

The Canon HF R800 and Sony CX-405 are both decent, entry level camcorders. They range in price from $200-$250 depending on sales and stuff. I haven't used the Panasonic HC-V180, but I imagine that would be a decent option as well for around the same price. Those are all available new. It might be worth looking at the used market if you want to spend a little less. And obviously, there are plenty of options to spend more if you want a bit more quality and features.

[@michaelgarcia-ke1cf]

@@bigtb1717 great thank you for your help

[@bigtb1717]

No problem. If you are okay with only being able to record 15-30 minute clips and don't mind a more standard camera body, the Panasonic FZ300 has good quality video, decent zoom and even 4K video for $400. It's a big price jump, but it has good image quality for the price if you are willing to deal with the form factor and limitations. It is also water resistant and has a microphone input.

[@sweetdreamsjrsasmr2868]

I ordered one. Is it good for making KZbin videos? That's mainly what I was going to use it for. Thanks for the video.

[@bigtb1717]

It depends on what type of videos you will be making. If you want to record things closer than 3 feet or so from the camera, nothing will be in focus due to the fixed focus with a minimum distance of 3 feet or so. It also has no image stabilization and the digital zoom is pretty terrible. Also, depending on which exact model you got, some of them 15fps, not 30, which can give a bit of a stop-motion look to the footage. Many of these types of cameras also have major audio limitations of one kind or another. But those limitations aside, it will technically record video, so if that's what you have, give it a shot and see what you can get done with it. If it doesn't work for you, try to get a refund and save up for something a little better. Good luck with whatever you end up with.

[@sweetdreamsjrsasmr2868]

@@bigtb1717 Thanks!

[@dustinplee5067]

How do you use it do you have a microSD card that goes in there or does it just save to the camera itself and you might Can you get some kind a tent for the lens like kind of like a car tent for a car like the windows with a tent windows darker

[@bigtb1717]

It uses a standard size SD card, there is no memory built into the camera itself. This particular model doesn't have filter threads as far as I can remember. But on any camera with filter threads can have filters attached which can tint/darken the image or add colors, etc.

[@thelogic9069]

Did you put it in a full HD mode and 120fps or 60fps? I doubt that coz if have the same camera but it look much more better than your videos

[@bigtb1717]

Yes I did. I had it set at full HD, 1080P. This particular camera didn't have 120FPS or 60 FPS. It only had 30FPS in full HD. There are different versions of this camera. You may have a different one.

[@Itsoktosidewithtruth]

I guess it all matters what your needs are with it. I have one and it works great. The external microphone causes thumping noise so I use a different mic while streaming.

[@Darkbellows]

I realize that this is from a year ago but you didn't put a link on.

[@bigtb1717]

I've looked recently and found that this particular camera doesn't seem to be available any more. However, there seem to be no shortage of cameras like this on Amazon, eBay and a many other sites. I've tested quite a few at this point, and none of them are very good. A couple that were around $60-$100 were almost a good value, but sometimes had rather serious issues. Most are garbage and poor value. Some cheap action cameras are as good and less expensive. A used, name-brand camcorder in a similar price range would be way better if it was a model from the last 8-10 years. I see the Canon HF20 on eBay occasionally for around $100 and it is WAY better than the camera I reviewed in this video. I got a Kodak Zi8 off eBay for around $20, and while it has it's problems, it's a better camera than the camera in this video.

[@Darkbellows]

@@bigtb1717 thank you! I'm just trying to get a decent vlogger camera with 4k at an inexpensive price. I'm not really digging smaller camera type stuff tho. I have like 500 dollars plus but not by much. Can you help?

[@bigtb1717]

Do you really have to have 4K? I only ask because it is harder to get decent 4K at that price outside of action cameras. Do you want a camcorder form factor, or would something like a mirrorless camera work for you? What features are most important to you: long zoom, image stabilization, long continuous recording times, something else?

[@Darkbellows]

@@bigtb1717 honestly I don't know what I want because I know nothing about cameras. My main focus is to make some music videos that look decent. I like the camcorder type and something that has good sound quality.

[@tlntone6131]

got this camera today to start off and once i changed the settings to imaging the camera works perfectly fine. may not be the best but for a person just starting off not trying to spend a lot, it’s good enough. maybe would suggest getting a new or different mic but it’s good enough.

[@bigtb1717]

What settings did you use, exactly? If you are happy with the camera that's great. I agree that the camera works, I just think that the quality is poor, the advertising around it is often misleading, and the value isn't very good. I also wouldn't recommend spending more to upgrade the microphone, as the camera itself hampers the audio quality to the point that an upgraded mic won't help very much.

[@felicity_kdc]

Hi, could you tell me if it has that hole for a tripod

[@bigtb1717]

Yes, it does. It has standard 1/4-20 tripod mounting threads.

[@Cloud_Envy111]

Got this for Christmas, I already have a 4K 60fps cinematic camera with camera built on gimbal ( DJI osmo pocket ) a canon 60d, and Fuji film finepix But I’m still super excited for this.! Mainly cause I make vlogs

[@bigtb1717]

I hope it works for you. Happy new year!

[@Cloud_Envy111]

@@bigtb1717 thanks.! Happy New Years.! 🙏🏾

[@aquarianage3953]

Thank you for saving me money, time, and aggravation. Excellent review!👍

[@grannypatches]

I hope you can help me. I bought a cheap yundoo camera with no accessories just for me to learn to make youtube videos. I plan to pass it on to my 11 year old grand daughter when I'm done because she really wants to start a youtube channel. It has a Li-ion battery that doesn't last very long at all and worries me about a recharging fire hazard. I would prefer to use a USA battery. How do camera owners find a proper USA battery replacement? What battery replacement would you recommend? This is a CAS. NP-40

[@JodBronson]

Thankx for the info/review/test. Go to Best Buy or Walmart. At least you can see it in action!

[@HugoChisholm15]

Can you plug the ride mic to the cheap camcorder

[@bigtb1717]

You can use higher quality microphones and/or a wireless system like the Rode Wireless Go. But with most of these generic camcorders, the low quality audio is as much a result of the camera as it is the microphone. With several of these types of cameras I've connected high quality Rode and Sennheiser microphones to the audio input jack and it still sounded pretty poor. Just something to be aware of.

[@HugoChisholm15]

@@bigtb1717 Thanks for helping me out

[@lourdesjimenez3164]

WHAT DO THINK OF THE VICTURE AND THE KMASHI. THANKS FOR THE INFO.

[@bigtb1717]

I would guess they would be very similar. The Kmashi looks to be pretty much the same, with mostly small differences. For Victure I can mostly see action cameras, security cameras and trail cameras.

[@travisbickle3837]

HOW DO YOU PAUSE AND THEN COINTINUE FILMING?

[@travisbickle3837]

@Roly Morvern Thanks you Roly! I could not find it in the manual and was frustrated, watch videos nothing, along came Roly to the rescue! I really appreciate it.

[@brittyboow]

Have you ever reviewed a cheap night vision one that looks like this I'm looking to get something cheap at least to start off with

[@bigtb1717]

I haven't reviewed any of the night vision ones yet. I was actually just looking at a few on Amazon last night, trying to decide if it was worth reviewing another of these camcorders. The one in this video was $89, but had a coupon that made it $79. I think I mistakenly said $70 in the video.

[@brittyboow]

Oh okay I was wondering cuz I needs a camera but I don't make all the much money my last one was stolen lol

[@bigtb1717]

@@brittyboow You are looking for a camcorder with night vision, correct? Where about are you located. In the US?

[@brittyboow]

@@bigtb1717 wyoming

[@bigtb1717]

@@brittyboow I was on the fence about ordering another of these Chinese camcorders to review, but if I know someone will get some use out of it when I'm done, I'll feel a bit better about it. Keep in mind, I'm not likely to give it a super favorable review, considering what I've seen from the other cameras in this category, but if you aren't in a hurry, I'll order one, review it, and send it to you when I'm done. That assumes you are ok giving me a shipping address. If that works for you, let me know and I'll reply to this thread with an email address, so you don't have to post the address publicly.

[@SickDaysPodcast]

Amazon gotta ban these, all the reviews online for them are always positive. I had a feeling they were all fake so thank you for making this video!

[@Benediktlebg]

And the Night vision ?

[@bigtb1717]

This model does not have night vision. I have reviewed several that do, and it varies from okay to virtually worthless.

[@Benediktlebg]

@@bigtb1717 ah ok Thank you

[@chris_bcx]

Is there a recording limit??

[@bigtb1717]

Unfortunately that isn't something I tested with this, specific camera. I've since tested that with a couple other generic camcorders and they usually record for about a half hour, one or two of them recorded for about an hour. Most of the time they start recording again automatically after stopping, but they lose a few seconds in between, so it isn't seamless, even if you put the two videos together in an editor after the fact. But like I said, i can't confirm the behavior of this camera, as I didn't test the recording limit. Honestly, at the time I never even thought about it because with camcorders, there really shouldn't be a limit. It's only recently that I've tested some of them and found they mostly stop and start around 25-35 minutes. One of them I found only recorded for around 15 minutes before stopping and starting.

[@Julieta1133]

How do u transfer the videos on to your computer?

[@bigtb1717]

I'm not sure if this specific model supports transferring videos over USB, but most of them do. It's USB 2.0, so it's slow, but it usually works. You have to connect the camera to your computer and turn the camera on, then chose the option other than PC Cam. I don't remember what the option is called. Personally, I never do it that way. I just remove the memory card and use a card reader with my computer.

[@Julieta1133]

@@bigtb1717 tysm but how do u know that your specific cam Corder is transfered on to your computer

[@bigtb1717]

@@Julieta1133 All connecting it to your computer does is make the files available. You would still have to either use a program to transfer them over, or find the camera in the file explorer (Windows) or the Finder (Mac), open the folder and manually copy the files to a location on your computer.

[@Julieta1133]

@@bigtb1717 ok tysm

[@rxgtv]

do you have an amazon link?

[@bigtb1717]

The specific listing I purchased from is no longer available. I imagine this same camera is available under a dozen different "brands" or sellers, but there are so many different variations, it would be tough to ensure you were getting this same, exact camera.

[@itsleahmarie]

hello may i ask how do u transport ur camera to ur laptop to upload videos on youtube

[@bigtb1717]

I have a memory card reader for my computer. I remove the memory card from the computer and copy the files to my computer with the memory card reader.

[@WizzyReact-Shorts]

I don't have good quality videos I have little money, have been trying to get a cheap camera for reaction video, will you recommend me to get this

[@arianahgage5598]

what’s the link to get this?

[@unknown_m3564]

Please tell me the link, is this aasonida video camera?

[@bigtb1717]

I don't have a link to this specific camera. It's probably similar, if not exactly the same as the Aasonida cameras. They are all the same generic, re-branded cameras.

[@sophieb367]

hi, may I have the link please? thank u

[@bigtb1717]

This exact model camera is no longer available. At least, not through the same Amazon page that it used to be. Currently shows unavailable. There are many similar cameras though. If you search "camcorder" on Amazon you will find hundreds of listings.

[@sophieb367]

@@bigtb1717 okay, thank you!

[@cf485]

Nice review. Iam looking for a decent budget friendly around two hundred IR night vision camcorder Iam a pharanormal investigator. All the ones I can only find are these weird off brand ones on Amazon. Any suggestions? Thanks

[@bigtb1717]

Unfortunately, for that price that's all you'll really find new (the cheesy Chinese ones). Sony used to put IR in their lower end camcorders a while back. You may find something used.

[@cf485]

@@bigtb1717 Yea its annoying I found a brand new Sony and Panasonic at bestbuy for 200 hundred but no night vision thou. Yes have been looking on Ebay. There are some more expensive ones of these off brands around 160.00 dollars but they seem shady? Thanks for the reply and help!

[@bigtb1717]

If you can't find anything else and end up deciding to go with one of these Chinese cameras, I recommend you pay less and skip most of the extra accessories. The only accessories that I find worthwhile are the external charger and extra battery. The rest is virtually worthless. Skip the external mic as it doesn't really help the audio quality. The wide angle lens is poor quality and not worth much either.

[@cf485]

@@bigtb1717 hey thanks...how is the night vision in complete darkness?

[@bigtb1717]

I did test a version that had night vision. I found the "night vision" isn't really night vision. It does let in infrared light so you can use an IR flashlight and see with that, but without an IR flashlight I can see far better with the naked eye, and other cameras I have without night vision can pick up far more in low light than this camera can with night vision. So if you want the ability to see infrared light and use an IR flashlight, the IR night vision mode may be what you want. But if you are simply hoping to see better in the dark, the night vision on these cameras is not helpful.

[@raditian2]

Did this cam have a pause while recording? On Amazon that was one of the features. I read instructions and could not find pause. just curious if you found it ?

[@bigtb1717]

It does have a pause function. When recording you press the photo button to pause the recording, and press the photo button again to resume.

[@raditian2]

@@bigtb1717 Thanks for your response. I guess it has no internal storage to record. So I have to purchase an SD card as well. Is that correct ? Your responses are appreciated .

[@bigtb1717]

@@raditian2 Correct, no internal storage. You will need a memory card.

[@oldtimegamer2.098]

There is something that I have noticed about Amazon selling cheap camcorders they always seem to claim that these little camcorders are high quality in images and videos but when you look at some of the reviews on Amazon rather it is in a text explaining or explaining with photos from some of the photos people have taken with some of the cheap cameras seems like they were taken in the early 2000's to 2012 which with allot of the technology we do have now I almost would think they would make some of these cheap cameras a bit more decent almost like they can put some of the cellphone cameras and programming into the cheap little cameras

[@bigtb1717]

Unfortunately, it seems that most of these cameras are simply built as cheap as possible. I've seen some mention that these cameras use Sony sensors. That may or may not be true, but even if it is, there is a lot more to it than the sensor. And there are only so many sensor makers, so the fact that it is a Sony sensor may not be a decision made for quality but made because they are available in bulk and so are the cheapest option. The data stream from the sensor has to be processed and encoded. That requires additional processing and that processing requires thermal solutions. Image stabilization requires additional mechanisms and or/additional processing. Autofocus, adjustable aperture in the lens, and zoom all require additional mechanisms. All of these add cost and complexity. In the rare, few examples of cameras like this that have these features, they obviously had little to no testing or R&D beyond just slapping them in place, because they generally barely work. One of the reasons I started reviewing these cameras is because I thought it would be cool if companies did make slightly more basic, but still decent cameras for a reasonable price. The reason I'm so hard on them is because they seem to be built to the absolute bottom dollar possible. Even the cameras that cost $200-$400 seem only slightly better than the ones that cost $60. They are built to be as cheap as possible, they are priced to give a ridiculous profit margin, the brands constantly change so they can create more listings and really saturate the market, the marketing claims are super misleading, they often lie about features, the cameras are often unreliable, and some have even included counterfeit memory cards. Sure, once in a while one ends up being a bit better, possibly by pure chance of whatever chips the company was able to get the cheapest that week. And some of the super cheap ones can give a "retro" look that some people find fun. So some people may find value in some of these cameras. But until a maker shows that they give a single thought to honest marketing, not to mention quality, performance, and reliability, I probably won't fully recommend any of them.

[@oldtimegamer2.098]

But with your camcorder it does seems like it it a bit better than my night vision camcorder mine is unbranded and my mother did got it years ago I also tried my own experiment recently where I took my camcorder and my ge digital camera 14.1 megapixel m140 from what I can tell the ge camera does have a better image quality. If both of my cameras does break I think I want something similar to my ge camera with the price range around $100.00 where it's decently good being from my experience I don't take professional photos to make money I use my camera for the memories

[@elkeartsandcrafts]

Thanks for the reviews. I am interested in making crafting videos on YT, but having problems. I tried my cell phone, but when I attempted to upload to my PC, I got a mssg saying 'No photos or videos could be detected on this device'. Can you shed any light on that? I also have a good quality Samsung digital camera, which takes good clear vids (for 25 minutes) but the sound is poor. Would my camera pick up enough sound from a wireless microphone. Thanks, Elaine

[@bigtb1717]

What model phone and what model Samsung camera?

[@elkeartsandcrafts]

@@bigtb1717 Thanks for the prompt response. My cell is a Motorola Moto E (4gb). The camera is model WB500 with Schneider 24 mm ultra wide zoom lens and 10.2 mega pixels. I hope this helps

[@elkeartsandcrafts]

@@bigtb1717 I know absolutely nothing about camcorders and after watching this, I went on E bay to look at used camcorders and saw this one SONY HANDYCAM DCR-SX30E CAMCORDER BOXED FLASH MEMORY / CARD DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA. It is offered at £79.99 (I'm in the UK) Do you know anything about this. I am retired and have a limited income, so on a low budgedt, which is why I thought the wireless microphone might help.

[@bigtb1717]

@@elkeartsandcrafts I'll check into that camera and let you know. I can't say for sure about a wireless mic without knowing what camera you have as not all cameras have a mic input.

[@bigtb1717]

@@elkeartsandcrafts Your Samsung camera cannot use a wireless mic, as it does not have a mic input.

[@TONYDARK]

I'm positive the 4k variant is the same camera with 4k slapped on it, I wonder if anything can be done with false advertisment.

[@gabrielaperez2126]

Hi. Does work This camera with HDMI video output, to use in streaming? And What kind batteries replacement use?

[@bigtb1717]

I don't remember if this camera has HDMI out, but I can check shortly and will test it if it does and report back. I have searched quite a bit and have been unable to find replacement batteries for this exact camera. Some of these cheap cameras have replacement batteries available, but I haven't been able to find any for this one.

[@bigtb1717]

Sorry it took so long to reply. This camera does not have an HDMI port.

[@johnnygunzfilmbuff7821]

My sister gave this to me for Christmas it's not a bad camera I been having a hard time with it. It doesn't always seem to save some recordings for whatever reason. This camera annoys me sometimes.

[@vickyl7753]

I have that one, I’m not a big money spender and I got it for Christmas, it’s not the best quality but I like it

[@cassiesherman58]

Would you, or someone else, send me a link on how to use and format this particular camcorder. Much thanks.

[@jhtsurvival]

I have purchased a cheaper Action Cam that works perfectly for me making beginner videos. I've been looking for another cheaper video camera.. I also like the camcorder

[@eurinecarter6650]

can it connect to an external monitor ?

[@portiatseisa9558]

i bought mine , some photos does not open,

[@NotJype]

what is the usb thing for the one u said it broken?

[@bigtb1717]

The camera includes a USB cable that can be used to charge the battery in the camera and charge the included microphone. The included USB cable did not work.

[@NotJype]

Where can I get a new one?

[@bigtb1717]

The camera uses a standard USB mini B connector. Those cables are available just about anywhere.

[@NotJype]

Ok thanks

[@GerryandWilly]

I unfortunately bought 2 of them to create some short films at school with my students. I can't even record with any of them since it won't recognize any SD card... Is there something I'm not doing properly??? I don't get it!!!

[@bigtb1717]

What size and type of SD card are you using? SD, SDHC, SDXC, UHS-1, UHS-2, etc.?

[@GerryandWilly]

@@bigtb1717 SanDisk SDSDXXY-128G-GN4IN

[@bigtb1717]

@@GerryandWilly Those are SDXC cards and may be too large a capacity for the camera to recognize. Do you have any 32Gb or smaller cards you can try?

[@GerryandWilly]

@@bigtb1717 I’ll try to find one and will keep you in touch! Thank you so much!

[@LittleJoeTheMoonlightCat]

Thanks For your input, Mine was a Christmas gift.

[@blaisezabini8094]

Do you know how to upload the videos onto your phone. I thought you would know since you just got yours.

[@LittleJoeTheMoonlightCat]

@@blaisezabini8094 I Know nothing about Smart Phones, Except if You want Wide Screen Quality Turn it Horizontal. I Only know that because of a Picture on a Birthday Card. I got a Camcorder For Christmas. Now Laptop Webcams I just Record Myself, and When I'm done, I go to Studio and Upload what I Shot.

[@calvinpringle2834]

Hello like your video how do you attach the mic to the camera I tried but it won’t turn so I can attach can you help

[@bigtb1717]

Are you having trouble physically mounting the camera to the shoe mount? There should be a knurled ring on the microphone mount that will unscrew to allow the mount on the microphone to slide into the shoe mount. Once in place, the ring can be screwed back down to tighten against the shoe mount to hold the mic in place. If you are having trouble in another way let me know and I'll try to help.

[@bilalhadrous6829]

What microfone is that and how much does it cost?

[@bigtb1717]

That microphone came with the camera. Not sure how much it costs separately. There are a lot inexpensive, on-camera mics out there these days. I wouldn't personally seek this one out specifically.

[@radialbladeworks6183]

Thanks for the review man. Saved me a few bucks

[@wrmaldonado]

Yeouch! Curious what th 4k version looks like

[@bigtb1717]

I have a review of an Ordro 4K camera, if you are interested. Not a 4K version of this exact camera, but it's a similar type of generic brand camcorder.