Worlds Cheapest and Amazing Camcorders - EPIC VIDEO

3 months in the making, this sweeping video covers the magical world of camcorders and why they are still a serious consideration for video and vlogging and all the benefits they have over DSLR cameras for videography fans. The deeper you get into this video, the more the benefits start coming from all sides. Amazing features that DSLR cameras do not even have... and even if they did, camcorders have the same features for less than one quarter the cost- never overheating, endless recording time, OIS and gimbal stabilizations, stereo and surround sound, zoom mics, slow motion by simply touching the screen, focus tracking, auto, horizon leveling, four different kinds of intelligent contrast HDR, audio EQ adjustments, in-camera editing, 25MP stills, no focus searching, even if object passes in front of subject, amazing low light color video even in almost pure darkness, ease of use, the list is endless.
Here are the cameras featured in the video in the order they are presented
(GIVEAWAY WINNERS HAVE BEEN CHOSEN and are listed below this part)
ALL CAMERAS HAVE BEEN GIVEN AWAY!!!!! Please do not email asking for one.
2:31 $16 Ecosin 2020 720p www.amazon.com...
3:07 $26 Vivitar DVR508 www.amazon.com...
3:40 $29.97 Vivitar DVR 880 www.amazon.com...
4:16 $30 Red HD JPOQW 1080p www.amazon.com...
5:11 $35 Vivitar DVR 810 terrible www.amazon.com...
5:20 $44 VMotal 1080p www.amazon.com...
6:53 $50 ebay Samsung SMX-C10 Flashcam www.amazon.com...
7:30 $54 Kimire www.amazon.com...
7:49 $59 Vivitar 410/610 www.amazon.com...
8:14 $59 FHD 1080p www.amazon.com...
8:39 $90 Sunlea 2.7K www.amazon.com...
9:22 $90 201LM yuk www.amazon.com...
9:40 $100 IR 2.7K yuk www.amazon.com...
9:55 $150-200 ebay Sony TG5V www.bhphotovid...
11:03 $200 Sony CX405 www.bhphotovid...
13:57 $246 4K KOT534 yuk www.amazon.com...
14:28 $260 Vixia R800 www.amazon.com...
16:37 $300 ebay Panasonic X900 www.bhphotovid...
15:35 $350 Zoom Q8 2.8k handyvideo HD www.bhphotovid...
18:34 $380 Ordro yuk www.amazon.com...
19:01 $500 Sony HDRCX 675 www.amazon.com...
20:46 $500 Panasonic V800 www.bhphotovid...
19:01 $500 Sony CX675 www.bhphotovid...
23:19 $600 Sony AX33 www.bhphotovid...
24:36 $600 Panasonic VX1 www.bhphotovid...
_________ Giveaway items and WINNERS ____________
ALL GIVEAWAY ITEMS ARE NOW AWARDED. Stay tuned for more in upcoming videos.
Vivitar 508 and 880 two camera set - Aroun Kesavaraj - congratulations!
FHD - Richard Poinvil - congratulations!
2.7K- Henry Doyle - congratulations!
Sony TG-5V- Amy Wolters - congratulations!
Zoom Q8 4 track audio camcorder- Samuel Wilson - congratulations!
Samsung Flashcam SMX-C10RN- Norma Ruiz - congratulations!
Canon Vixia R800- Millennia Bidwell - congratulations!

[@MarkusPix]

Winners are listed in description box at bottom

[@BushcraftMo]

Great video I am looking at buying my first camcorder for outside videos so will need stabilised video and Mic socket I was thinking of buying a camara but after watching this I changed my mind thanks for sharing this information

[@FPSzky]

the 1st vivitar showed is the best cheap camcorder, acceptable quality, good framerate

[@exittored]

@MarkusPix KZbin recommended me this channel and i'm so glad as its the best channel i've found in a long time. I'll always be a Video camera/Camcorder person over a DSLR person and actually a couple of those $600 camcorders i'd gladly use on Pro shoots or if i'm on a BLM and don't have to worry if cops smash up my camera as its pretty cheap. Any way keep up the great work.

[@allinonevlog3805]

Me

[@EditorDudesPlayList]

But battery-wise, which are the best? It's no good having something that runs out of power after two minutes!

[@useyourimaginasean]

This man's passion for camcorders is admirable.

[@rklokesh1]

I'm also passionate about Camcorders, hopefully I will get one soon

[@catedoge3206]

yes

[@EtotheZ2024]

​@@rklokesh1 I got an DJI Mini 4 and DJI Pocket 3 , Samsung S23 ultra but still got the Sony Ax53 for zoom stuff like I filmed at the zoo

[@ncrtrooper1782]

This guy gives an early 2000s-True TV / AFHV-Mid day commercials-"Buy now today!" Kind of vibe that I like.

[@goldwyn19]

Gives me a throwback feel, like 2006-2009. It works in his favour; as he’ll stand out of the ‘conventional’ crowd of content creators. It’s kinda charming & he seem to have a truckload of knowledge in contrast to younger tech reviewers. 👍 Also best audio I’ve heard in recent months. Wonder what boom mic he’s using 🤔

[@cryer__]

Yeah

[@FirstLast-il6ok]

goldwyn19 if I never see another “cinematic” backdrop where 1/20th of the presenters face is visible.. it will be too soon 😂

[@dannywall9726]

probably his clothes and his haircut

[@SMGJohn]

@@goldwyn19 You do not need expensive audio equipment to get good audio nowadays, a dingo China 20 dollar mic will get the job done, what you need is to tune in the audio levels and make sure you properly compress it in post production.

[@fishbarbeque8540]

I had a camcorder when I was like 14 and NO ONE in my family was taking ANY videos/photos, of our family life, except me and that lil camcorder, and now my family's saying 'Oh its So good you took these videos when we were all small!!!' Such a good piece of tech.

[@cheryllang98]

Same then my parents sold both the jvc camcorder and the Olympus ccd point and shoot digicam AND also broke the nikon d90 dslr -.-

[@fishbarbeque8540]

@@cheryllang98 What kind of parents are these!!!! Lol, They dident mean any harm Im sure, sorry though!!!!!

[@cheryllang98]

@@fishbarbeque8540 they definitely dont, but i wish they valued these gadgets more 😭

[@joseph1635]

i love how detailed & imformative this is, thank you so much! also this feels like an early 2000's video in the best possible way, it's so nostalgic

[@daktarioskarvannederhosen2568]

i love this videographer's demeanour -there is some kind of subtle underlying deadpan humour to much of his monologue.

[@marianrodleitner2430]

why does every single one of his videos feel like one of those Teen Television shows from the early 2010's?

[@MarkusPix]

Because I never grew up

[@goldwyn19]

Could be his 2008 haircut 🤔

[@midwestundergroundvideos7870]

Its the frame rate he films in that gives it that feel

[@goldwyn19]

bWWd Why do (some) people consider it a form of negative critique. Is it the way the comments are layered out? Or is it because he was comparing to something that correlated to ‘pop culture references’ of yesteryear? 🤔 Me personally: I was still fond about his camera review. The “style” of video that Marcus has created has a feel/vibe from 2008/09 and that’s perfect!! 👌 He’s taking full advantage of the fact that he’ll stand out of the hundreds of conventional/generic tech reviewers (that are roaming here on YT).

[@marianrodleitner2430]

goldwyn19 I wasn‘t meant as any kind of critique. It was more an observation. I personally like it, it stands out and reminds me of my teens!

[@j.pocket]

I have spent just over 25 years as a commercial and portrait photographer and videographer, and I agree with you that even those $30 Chinese camcorders represent a potential level of fun that makes me feel like I'm back in my highschool video journalism class with unlimited life experiences and creative freedom ahead of me. That might not sound so amazing to anyone half our age, arguably. My teenagers have surrendered back to me most of the Vivitars, Polaroids, Cheapo Chinese units and the $150 -$300 Sony and Panasonic camcorders I've given them over the years. Gotta love it that they not only share my creative passion and interests, but rather than destroy their old Christmas and Birthday gifts they always end up re-gifting them back to me every other year when mom declares it's Spring Cleaning and Charitable Donation week. Albeit these little wonder boxes are not all created equal, it's quite liberating and inspiring to begin storyboarding a new conceptual project knowing that there are 8-10 extra perspectives I can employ beyond my everyday 2-3 dslr setup. They are super compact so they can be stuck in just about any tiny vantage point or even props to open up new ways for the audience to visually participate in the stories and events we shoot. I use them for not only personal projects but even shooting BTS and other alt-angle shots for clients and colabs. Like you pointed out, the greatest common factor across the entire product range is that these things are built specifically for shooting video so battery life, using AC power outlets rather than batteries, image stabilization, auto functionality, otg focusing, compact size/weight and even audio quality are in line with the dedicated purpose of their design. Not to mention that if I drop a $50 Vivitar off a window cleaning scaffold from six stories (above a thankfully empty sidewalk), it's not the kind of loss to break the bank or ruin the afternoon. Even better, the couple I've dropped while recording actually had usable footage still on the SD card of the initial footage and the fall, too. It is very exciting to have a swath of accentuating clips and perspectives during post production. When I saw the video title and the assortment of consumer camcorders, I have to admit I actually got a little excited that someone actually invested the time and resources to procure all these cams and do a basic but proper review of all of them at once. I obviously enjoy these the way you do, but even beyond just "nerding out" and comparing the features this video was a great idea that I'm sure lots of different content creators and craftsmen alike will find the info helpful. I'm glad I found your channel this way as this is so much more lighthearted and cool overall than the typical way we find other industry related channels on KZbin. I'm subbed now, so I'll see you around. Cheers, bro!

[@SMGJohn]

@The Collective Consciousness You do not even need 1200 for a camcorder, as the dude has shown in the video, 600 alone gets you a whole lot of features you will never use. I focus on colour quality in any camera from the likes of Sammy NX1 and JVC cameras and even Fujifilm but those are mostly photo cameras with video feature. The Sammy NX1 feels more like a camcorder with a photo option despite being a mirrorless.

[@doraran2138]

Find one of those old full size VHS camcorders from the 1980's. I've seen the at garage sales for $20.00+/-. Not yet antiques, lots still around, they're in the 'junk' category right now not yet transitioned to collectable. The analogue system, the limited resolution and other primitive technology give a quaint mood. I one point I even had a U-Matic 3/4" player recorder with a huge, heavy camera and 'security cam' resolution. Made some interesting videos that still kept their antiquated, almost spooky, quality when transferred to my Apple computer. Someone, more creative than me, will eventually make something interesting with that obsolete equipment.

[@j.pocket]

@@doraran2138 i just got a panasonic broadcast tv cam from a fb yardsale post for $20. You're right. The analog gear that can be purchased these days is 🤯

[@doraran2138]

I took a '70s era camera hooked to a portable U-matic with mini cassette and did some video in and around an old empty house on a cloudy November day. It was eerie looking, the lower quality gave it a dream or old memory mood. Got rid of that U-matic stuff a few years ago-can't keep everything-and sometimes regret it.

[@siendofranciscojavier]

amen

[@enregistreur]

This is truly the only channel I know where you can find very cheap products in a whole comparison, and still see what their capabilities are. Thank you for your hard work Markus! Edit: and still shot in a professional manner!

[@uncleelias]

and he does it with great energy. none of that fake over the top excitement.

[@OxygenBeats]

10:47 sony tg-5v 12:36 sony cx405 14:44 canon vixia r800 16:57 panasonic x900 20:25 sony cx675>> 23:48 ax33

[@UGPVlogsLA]

Much appreciate the time stamps! 🙏❤️

[@desertsurvival8235]

Thank you, punched the 10:47 and decided i'm not buying a Sony zv1 camera.

[@LiviuDragon]

i have the sony ax33 and sony hdr cx240e

[@stylechild23]

Bro. I literally do not have the vocabulary to adequately describe how helpful this video was for me. Much obliged.

[@MarkusPix]

Glad it helped!

[@Brablio4332]

​@@MarkusPix which of the upper brands in this video would you use at night if you were looking at the night sky and were looking for meteors to streak across the sky. Thanks.

[@abdola-g6v]

I can only imagine the amount of work that went into this one video.

[@YeshuaIsTheTruth]

And money!

[@Erin-Thor]

I found myself more distracted by the cool ceiling in the room behind him. Truly excellent! 😎

[@wildwoodtop]

@@Erin-Thor timestamp please 😐

[@Erin-Thor]

@ - Behind his head in EVERY selfie shot on every example shown, throughout the video.

[@wildwoodtop]

@@Erin-Thor are you implying MarcusPix has a strategy 😲

[@louisvilletech7765]

I swear his voice is soothing I'm surprised he made a whole production project with a camcorder it's the skills that matter not the gear great work man

[@jakeroark8698]

One mans decent into madness in search of the perfect budget camcorder. His obsession recorded in almost HD.

[@parksidemerchant1843]

This might just be the best review video on all of KZbin. Full stop, no qualifiers. If you are shopping for a new camcorder, what could possibly be better or more insightful than seeing almost EVERY mass-market option on the same table, with live demos of the video and audio quality to make a judgement for yourself. I just launched a new KZbin channel this week, and I picked the Sony HDR-CX405 based on the results of your sample video here! Thanks so much for doing this video -- must have been a lot of time and work, but your content here is the best of its kind currently on all of KZbin! To 50K subs and beyond!

[@BGilbert85]

I'm 2 years late, but this was a great review of bottom tier to mid-tier cameras! Well done!

[@BrandonSoum]

Not gonna lie, call me lame: Love the straps that holds your hands in place

[@ScribblebytesWorldwide]

That's my favourite part too. They're so snug. I love my Sony Handycam: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZvXkHmOqd93es0

[@patmccrutch3927]

Yes! It’s like a tiny tight hug on your hand

[@snippslakt]

Same

[@chloiecruz7475]

I love that part of the camcorder too lol

[@AlexBabcock-hw9iz]

Yeah nobody ever went to take a video out of a moving car and lost their cam corder but plenty of cell phones have gone to the great beyond because they don't have the LOVE straps.

[@YuwanThayakaran]

Your audio quality is CRISP

[@jasperbontinck6784]

didnt know you where interested in cheap camcorders

[@yoshirivalry]

Wdym

[@greyfiveys]

YUWAN?!?!

[@beanerwitbeamer46]

Yuwan??????? Bro why u like cheap thinks just for the review?

[@SDSYRT]

hes probably using a separate audio mic and synced it with the video

[@FutureLaugh]

the $16 camcorder is pretty sweet, you pay a dollar per fps lmao

[@DreadKnight666]

ikr, pure win.

[@nickf4324]

I wish that’s how things worked

[@jakevlogs2798]

@@nickf4324 yea i got a $68 camcorder and it should shoot 68fps because the price

[@Andersljungberg]

@@jakevlogs2798 is not the idea with a camcorder that you should be able to watch the movie on your TV. which TV supports 68 Hz

[@insertanynameyouwant5311]

I`d buy an FPS for a dollar!

[@jillianroselovesfilmandchurros]

I just discovered your videos and they put such a smile on my face. Something a bit unique about my personality is that I am really one to create and macgyver things. I had an epiphany almost 7 years ago that I wanted to be a filmmaker and since then I have been a single mom doing odd jobs while progressing through purchasing the equipment to finally stop with childcare, cooking, cleaning, sewing, MLM, etc, finally done with all of those things for others and about starting my film business now. It's a dream come true and I am loving seeing all you guys on youtube that I have learned from being such engineers yourselves, macgyvering solutions and getting creative not only with with art but with methods. I LOVE it. :) Filmmakers are the coolest people! ... but in my small town I am the only one so I didn't even know it! :P Seeing your videos makes me feel like I am so *at home* with this career choice, after a life of ADHD and career boredom. Thank you so much for generously sharing, you are so clever and fun to watch :)

[@toddmason595]

Markus, thank you so much for your passionate, informative reviews. My girlfriend is a filmmaker that has recently reignited her passion for videography and filmmaking after some traumatic life events and your enthusiasm and energy are inspiring and have helped her get back to the work that she loves. Thank you!

[@DonTalkShowShow]

Finally an honest to goodness real camcorder review! And you actually went cheap too. While everyone else just talks cheap 😂. You covered the quality and price better than anybody. I've been looking. Really superb man 👏

[@andrzejwasik5159]

"I love camcorders... and the thing about camcorders is they're made for idiots. You don't even need to know where the on button is..." - QUALITY review.

[@itzecho1018]

Lol

[@lmgoodgabl]

This Larry Moore I love this video

[@saundrac9]

🤣

[@sihayradiseocho]

hahahahahaahhaa exactly

[@Lukvader9]

That's sarcasm, have you ever heard about it?

[@claudettebentley]

I really appreciate the level of detail in ur video. U even showed us the crap knock off cameras so no one has to buy garbage off amazon to learn the hard way u get what u pay for 😭. I also appreciate that u can give props to older tech that is still good and reliable not just sweep it aside for the newest shiny feature. Love ur video!

[@darrenbetts8188]

Usually, I avoid video's that state EPIC...but EPIC advice this was. I like this guy, true to the point! I used to take video with a camcorder with tape and I thoroughly enjoyed it (having to edit via dvd recorder which was a ballache but worthwhile, eventually). Now everything is digital it's not the same! I recently took a video with my phone and had to keep pressing pause to continue the experience I was having without the video cutting out, made me wish I had a video camera again, hence why I am here! Now I am on the hunt to capture memories via motion again! With so many options out there this was perfect advice, especially on a budget. I did laugh though, he has had the same haircut for the past 10 years haha. Nice one!

[@dougstarwalt8984]

Who watches old videos of camera comparisons? I DO! Thank you so very much for this. I continue to respect your experience and knowledge. It filters out the crap from the useful and demonstrates the great and possible.

[@tharillest]

I grew up in the camcorder era and I totally understand where Markus is coming from! I been watching Markus for a couple weeks now and remember watching his film To The End of Time and just remember getting lost in the film. What a cinematic gem! I adore how Markus presents all that he does from such a grounded and humble perspective. He’s never forgot where he’s come from and that’s amazing! MarkusPix thanks for being you! Cheers!

[@MusicalManchild77]

Camcorders are Easy and Fun.

[@colleenkaralee2280]

Thanks for the movie link - it is on Amazon

[@gmanatusek4864]

me too

[@stever1514]

Awesome to see a video without affiliate links or pushing all the latest gear. It's also nice to see older $1k type priced name brand cameras and their eBay prices, when i search them on b&h it just shows the current versions for 1200 bucks or whatever. My fav is that little silver Sony that looks like the classic JVC DV Cam that they used in Stargate back when it was new tech.

[@ScribblebytesWorldwide]

Why is no-one talking about the fact that he filmed the camera tests in Dumbledoore's office?

[@damson777]

Looks more like church

[@peterwelsh1932]

@@damson777 same difference

[@AlexBabcock-hw9iz]

He does have a cool ass house doesn't he

[@antidoteify]

it's a hughe kitch, but vey fun.

[@DDDDDDD34]

😂😂

[@Jestunes]

You would be proud of me. After watching you for a few years talking about camera's and camcorders I finally picked one that suits my needs. It's the Sony HDR CX405. YESSSSSS! and I got it for about $120 with extra batteries, a carrying case and all the cables. Why am I so excited? Because this is the first camcorder I ever bought. Didn't know whether to buy a camera or a camcorder, but you convinced me to buy a camcorder because it's especially made to take videos and that's what I want to do. I'm ready to start filming my mini Puppet Music video movie. And then it's on to the next adventure. Woo Hoo!!! This is more exciting than winning a camera from you. lol Just wanted to thank you for sharing your experience and insight to buying a camcorder that suits my needs and one I could afford. All I need is to find a beautiful woman like Cara to start taking some great videos and pictures. WOW I'M SO EXCITED!!!

[@kiwillamas]

One of the things that is getting me through the 'vid is planning to travel with the mindset of a 90s camcorder dad......thank you so much. I don't want anything fancy, just the digital equivalent of an old 90s camcorder.

[@davecornish1072]

The image stabilization on the Sony & Panasonic camcorders worked really well. Great features, image quality, and easy to use. I would be interested to see a $600 camcorder vs $600 DSLR for video quality comparison if possible ?

[@Audit-The-Auditors]

It isn't so much the DSLR itself, it's the bit of glass attached that determines the quality of the recorded image, combined with the effectiveness of any image stabilisation built-in to the lens.

[@aceofswords1725]

Well DSLR would probably beat it in raw video quality (if you don't factor in lens price lol)... However with camcorders in that price range you trade some quality that probably no one will notice anyway for a huge improvement in ergonomics... I happen to have a vxf11, a bit beefed up "pro" version, and I find myself using it more and more... basically for any job that doesn't absolutely require "film look" or super high level of quality... If you're doing vlogging or run-n-gun stuff, a good camcorder is invariably better choice for the money.

[@mikeries8549]

If you put my dslr up against similar priced camcorder the contest ENDS at 10 minutes because the dslr quit recording

[@hughesy606]

I have a Sony a6400 and an AX53 - the stuff that comes out of the AX53 is dreamy and movie-like, the a6400 is crisp and quality. I'd take the AX53 footage every single time.

[@SMGJohn]

@Arvid Kracht Z90 is a super high end camcorder LOL

[@rexluminus9867]

Thank you for showing even the cheapest camcorders!!! You're a fun and honest guy.😅🦝🦊🚳🤣

[@ftbalz]

Won at christmas, so good luck to everyone else out there!! Thank you to Markus again, as always helping out the little people!!

[@BlondieSuperdog]

One thing one often finds on camcorders which is costly to find on digital cameras is powerful optical zoom; which may be of importance for some uses; you mentioned it and showed an indoor zoom, it often is the best solution for long shots.

[@lanimal.nokturn]

I just discovered your channel, it's really great. Without fuss, honest, simple, no flex with the void, i like it. Thank you. You have a subscriber!

[@rialbbe]

I've enjoyed watching this videos. It's better than a commercialized tv series or tv show. I think we're kind of freak or weird having this passion of making video stuff. Its the thing that made us happy.

[@rominarahbar2011]

okay but the cameras aside i really love his humor and personality, everyone should sub him definetly!

[@Sinnataggen.]

I just got a Sony HDR-CX450 for skating. And i love it. The retro feel is all i need. The mic is fantastic and the quality is great.

[@ianstrand2793]

Hahahaha was just looking for one for skating thanks

[@Timsvideochannel1]

A fun way to spend half a hour. Got my first massive VHS plus seperate camera - Hitachi 6500E if my memory serves me right back in the mid 1980's and I haven't been without a camcorder since then. Awesome way to record the kids growing up.

[@woolyub]

Hey just caught this camcorder review. This is one of the best reviews I've seen on youtube. Never boring & great information too. Thoroughly enjoyed it.

[@MarkusPix]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@PorschaWrites]

Best review I've seen of ANY group of products. I've learned a lot, thank you.

[@poolboyinla]

I love camcorders.

[@Miawzhies]

yes, Master Adobong Manacc.

[@jaysonsandiego5438]

I never had one and i need to wait 9 days to get one AND ITS THE MOST CHEAPEST OF ALL...

[@taketimeout2share]

Me too but also portable VCRs. They are so neat.

[@scottabelli3406]

Me too I hate taking photos with a phone. I use my cell phone for calls and use my cams for photos and videos as God intended

[@TheWolvesGang]

I want to start a collection.

[@Chanwills0]

This enthusiasm is exactly what I need in life 👏🏾👏🏾

[@danielebruno1531]

Enthusiasm is all you need lady 🍃🌹☕️🤘

[@naomirivera3834]

I like how straight forward and honest this video is - no bullshit, just "to the point" and if it's junk, X out and move onto the next period point blank. Wish ALL review videos were like this, lmao! Some of the honest reviews on the crappy ones crack me up!! "No name, model number, flip screen's upside down, red shiny thing from China....$30" :D :D :D

[@Blurted]

Bro, I started following Markus for health purposes back in 2016-2017 and I love him, and i just find out he loves camcorders!!! Love him even more! I love this video!!

[@TaskForceMediaGroup]

Great video. Camcorders are so under appreciated. I remember when I first started out I was using a camcorder with a giant vhs tape inside and no lcd screen of any kind. I took that thing everywhere with me. I was vlogging in the early 90's when vlogging wasnt even a thing yet. That X900 was very impressive. You are very generous for giving away those camers.

[@NYCIndieFilmmakerSujewa]

camcorders are the best!

[@WristwatchAddiction]

This was an amazing breakdown! I have no idea why I haven’t found your channel before now. Thank you for this as I’m looking to change soon. Really liking that Sony Ax33!

[@CalciFrostHV]

I've been trying to look for old digital cameras at home we used more than 10 years ago. I've been toying around with the idea of making a "retro" style video without it looking too distractingly-cheap. This made me start looking again! China camcorders... changing colors... nope. I already have enough trouble with *manually* white balanced clips as it is. :) And I'm not sure if I'm lucky for being a Panasonic shooter and having some of the in-camera features that some modern DSLRs still don't have, in a camera almost 5 years since release. I still use an old Sony Camcorder (2007, zoom mic, 5.1 surround, flippy screen, high zoom) for some shots, though sadly I am limited by 1 battery so it's not an all-day option for me.

[@hillsrus4]

The woodwork on your ceilings! Amazing!

[@alfred378]

Camcorders are extremely nostalgic to me. I started with a Sony camcorder I beat the living hell out of that thing and It still works I passed it down to my nephew. I then moved to a DSLR camera, realizing that DSLRs are NOTHING like camcorders. I'm now going back to camcorders purely for video and using my DSLR purely for photography.

[@wataworks6478]

"They're made for idiots..." made me subscribe. Lol

[@CommanderSkull]

Used an Sony AX33 for about 3 years - it was my bread and butter while I was shooting Trucks for this magazine - amazing stabilization(when properly handled with the correct posture) almost never used a tripod for it, good balance in colors and the 4k was amazing. Hands down would recommend be it for vlogging or some more professional work.

[@fatbat808]

I just recently found your channel and I may have binged watch at least 8 of them. Thanks for doing your videos. They are informative and got me convinced to get a camcorder. Keep changing the world.

[@TheCollabCurator]

This is why I like KZbin, content that is actually valuable.

[@ohyeahyeah4267]

Hehe, I had an eco sin when I was younger, I adored the idea of recording things and then a couple of years down the track I am running about, notebook in hand doing investigative journalism, man 2020 has been journalism gold

[@christhechilled]

Sheesh, from the cheap to the expensive camcorders, most of them are worth my money. $200 dollar one is the best camera!

[@snowymatrix]

So glad KZbin recommended this video to me - loved it watched it all the way through! :-)

[@RebeDrawsStuff]

We need camcords to make a comeback. I always wanted one when I was a kid but I was only able to get my first camera when I was 23 as a birthday gift. The fact that some of these camcorders even have an inner gimball makes me wonder what happened that made companies stop making them accesible for the public. I really enjoyed this video, thank you for doing it and showing these amazing comparisons.

[@drumstudio1]

This is one of the best and most entertaining comparison-videos ever made.Thanks for that!

[@starryofficial]

This is how reviews should be done! 💖

[@ernanidimassa4968]

Great fun review... I have used my little SONY for behind the scenes shots on sets and actually have snuck a few frames into a couple of network shows I worked on. Camcorders are so much easier to use than phones for that kind of thing. Loved your review and your energy... really good information.

[@donnyb3452]

Your videos are the BEST! Informative, as well as entertaining. You cover all the relevant features in rapid fire, yet comprehensive manner. Well Done!

[@pjoneal]

Thank for creating this video. Still relevant in 2021! There is some gear in your line up that I'm going to pick up. Even cheaper than when you recorded this!

[@juliekmunden]

Good lighting adds a ton to those camcorders. They don't all test out as well in a dark and dingy high school gym. He's a fun guy. TFS.

[@justinvanmarle6039]

Think you’ve missed the whole idea behind the Zoom. It IS an audio recorder and doesn’t care about video. The video is there for ‘in a pinch’ use and for taking visual notes only and isn’t designed to be a proper camcorder, but a very decent audio recorder. 😉

[@Kizarat]

When you showed the video quality of that Sony TG-5V, i was relieved to see something of superior quality compared to the knock-offs shown before it.

[@audesigns42]

I was looking for a video camera today that would work with “sling studio” and I have GOT to say this is BY FAR the FASTEST most AMAZING breakdown of cameras I have EVER run across. In most normal comparison videos it’s like “why I upgraded from ‘xeqft 452’ to ‘vhwcauea 453’.” In THIS video it’s “I own ALL THE CAMERAS!!!! TICK TOCK TIME TO ROCK!” 1-2 minutes each, hit ALL the major highs and lows, show footage and audio and BOOM! DONE! NEXT CAMERA!!! YOU GONNA LEARN TODAY😂😂😂😂 25 cameras in 25 minutes 😂😂😂 Giving all these review videos a thumbs up and I’m subscribing.😂 Seriously, AMAZING job😂😂😂

[@MarkusPix]

Thanks Andrew

[@ensidfkgnur]

Fried my camcorder some years ago and looking for a new one. Your video popped up after I'd been searching. After watching a few of your camcorder videos I feel qualified to say that you are the ultimate camcorder evangelist! You have a love of them as a tool and would use the cheapest camera without remorse if it did what you need it to. Some KZbinrs have intense brand loyalty or fetishize build quality or appearance with no regard to budget. Anyway, thanks for the content!

[@MarkusPix]

These are my 2 favs kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZ69eWaofM-dorM

[@Del-Canada]

I bought my first camcorder in 1986. Was an RCA shoulder operated one.

[@buckrogers5331]

Man, I totally get you about camcorders, the whole idea of just flipping the screen out and GO! Thanks, a much needed video for me. *three thumbs up, if I had three, haha.

[@ratt57]

If that's your house, it's amazing!

[@iamshake7778]

I just love watching this video again and again. I went on vacation to Philippines,April2022 and I brought 2 camcorders with me and a go pro and everytime I go out I would always use the SONY CX405! it’s really handy and it’s just like a toy! Keep making videos like this Markus, it’s really fun to watch. Currently I ordered a USED Canon HF S21, it came out in 2010 with a MSRP of 1399$ and I got it now in 2022 for 127$ I can’t wait to receive it in a couple of days. Peace Markus!

[@MarkusPix]

Thanks, yes it is like a fun little toy, very dependable

[@iamshake7778]

@@MarkusPix hello Markus! I just want to share to you , I received the CANON HF s21 camcorder that I’ve ordered😃 I was actually nervous because the Label in the website says “CANON HF 21” (the cheaper version that retailed 599$ when it was released)but, in their picture they were showing the CANON HF S21 (the one with a view finder and the one that retailed (msrp) 1,399$ when it came out. So last night it arrived via fed ex and I was happy to see it was the CANON HF S21! Everything was in great condition (actually looks like new😅) I only paid 127$! It’s fun! Thank you for your video Markus.

[@Cat-Natural-Law]

Wow true class,,the world is missing this level of craftsmanship..a darker place too... thanks for reintroducing me to art.

[@uncleelias]

Finally stuff I can afford LOL

[@Estirvana]

Don't know why I got recommended this, but I like it :-)

[@bobrose7900]

Cheap Sony's have it nailed, amazing for the price.

[@birthing4blokes46]

I love your videos, some times I just tune in to listen to you talk with enthusiasm, thank you Markus

[@noisepuppet]

I like the rolling shutter effect on the cheap ones, where you pan and all the vertical lines lean over.

[@TheRealJPhillips]

"DOES IT HAVE A MIC JACK?! DOES IT HAVE A MIC JACK?!" lmao 😫😫😫

[@VisionRandom]

Hahahaaha that was funny

[@SMGJohn]

Yeah its funny because everyone looking for camera that does video always complains about it. LOL

[@southendparaquest]

this has actually been me today lol

[@ashadedreflection4486]

dude im not even into videography and i still love the hell outa this vid right on

[@tjandra813]

"It's got a really good LSD screen" HAHAHA I'm dying! Subscribed

[@dayonmage3946]

Mark, I appreciate your channel. Your honest but intelligent insightful personality is well-suited to camera-knowledge themed videos. Keep doing what you're doing. I've been on a video-camera researching journey in past recent weeks, and although I've sifted through a lot of those multi-million subscribe modernistic phony channels with their extortionist urban-personalities saying "buy this Lumix G7" or "buy that SONY-A5-100" on their worthless channels, and NONE OF THOSE OTHER CHANNELS are as informative, genuine, money-conscious as your channel is by comparison. But not only that, you actually explain (in a condensed time-saving way) the self-evident reasoning for these inexpensive cameras surprisingly good quality. How these cameras are, by contrast to higher-end spendy alternatives, indeed worth purchasing, especially if the end results of the film-quality is much the same anyway. All the details that are actually crucial are factored into your videos, while still not prattling on or trying to sell us excessive unnecessary flashy glossy fancy new-fandangled bull-crap as so many of these other camera reviewing channels tend to do. Three categories of camera-review channels; 1. Longwinded camera expert who mostly doesn't teach the useful information but promotes excessive spending (usually middle-aged person) 2. ADHD inflicted neurotic camera expert (usually a younger person) that may teach intermittent useful informaiton on the product, at length. 3. MarkPix who doesn't waste anybody's time; and doesn't waste anybody's money The way I see it, for a mere $150, I will take your advice and invest in one of these suggested cameras, and if it satisfies my needs, well, then great. But if it doesn't, then it's only $150 expended for a necessary experiment of conservative-fiscal motive, whereby I can probably get a store-credit or refund, to shift my focus and invest in a different camera, if it comes to that. Your channel is a great service to a YT platform that's filled with a lot of fluff-spewing time-wasting tech-savy nerds and urban hoodlums w/o insight, prattling phony modernists advocating a $900 camera, longwinded pop-culture-urban personalities sitting on 1M+ subscribers who don't teach core details/features to their viewers, particularly in the area of saving money if the camera quality is still decent regardless. This is why your channel is unique and respectable.

[@videoholicreturns]

Really good stuff! To me....the best thing about this video is the quality of the mic you're using for narration!! What is it, it sounds terrific!!!!

[@markus_blend16]

The audio from the $44 vmotal sounds like 90's and it's great for old themed shoots. Edit: also a 2004 to 2008 video quality

[@SyncdAlien]

Interesting and quite eye opening, thank you. Is the zoom feature on most of these cameras optical zoom?

[@JoATTech]

Thanks Markus. I guess I'm going to get myself a camcorder. The only thing the miss in most cases is shallow depth of field, cause they got small sensors :(. But the stabilization is awesome on some of these. DSLRs and mirrorless are so awkward to use for video.

[@MarkusPix]

I did a few videos after this one on squeezing out some depth of field with camcorders

[@abhijitjuvekar]

I love the way you put your personal comments into the videos reviews, they are too damn right punchy and makes video more interesting to watch instead of too much jargon throwing unlike other product reviewers do.

[@3dimension1000]

1:48 - quick rant - the thing with cellphones is that our devices fill up with pictures and videos that we eventually lose track of and can never find - or even delete- while these are designated and devoted items to recording. I think its great we have them to be able to record and keep track of it. My nephew is growing up and my sister wont be able to show him the memories bc she lost track of her pictures. So im getting a camcorder and reserved hardrive for him like my family has a box of vhs home tapes for us.

[@Cengizomerca]

this is the first video i watched from him and its my favourite

[@stairway2000]

this was cool. I wanna see more of that dolly zoom option

[@Astrolavista]

That Sony 405 for 200 dollars is amazing, even the audio sounds alright!

[@histubeness]

I agree, it's great little camcorder. I have two of them. But, the audio is only just alright. My old Canon GL2, which records on digital tape, has a way better stereo mic. --But the CX405 is phenomenal, overall, for the price.

[@jimprior180762]

Brilliant comparison. This was so much fun to watch, thanks Markus!

[@skyradtvcomics4981]

Camcorders are awesome! Also if you record enough video you quickly discover that it's good to have back ups, and many of these models have features that are unique to their performance as to create results you can't get with just one camera or camcorder. Excellent video!!

[@lordclassic3026]

Can we talk about his library/study/background ?

[@TommySidorski]

I actually used the Zoom camcorder in my sound design class in college. The audio was good, but I was really mad about how poor the video was. I guess the idea of the zoom camcorder is to record audio but have a visual reference. The video is the scratch track xD

[@johndrg1132]

this is so interesting. didn't know Camcorders can do so many things

[@davistalhone9482]

What an honest and down to earth comparison. Will be going through your catalog of videos for sure.

[@BillysWild]

It’s so awesome to see twins working so close together, and sharing their passion for video.

[@rnjesus9950]

A lot went into this, and certainly deserves the like! Thanks for taking the time.

[@MarkusPix]

Glad you enjoyed it!