8 best handheld video recorders

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Video Camera Camcorder Full HD 1080P 30FPS 24.0 MP IR Night Vision Vlogging Camera Recorder 3.0 Inch IPS Screen 16X Zoom Camcorders YouTube Camera Remote Control with 2 Batteries

LINNSE

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Product description

Camcorder Main Feature

☞FHD 1080P 30 FPS 24.0 MP

☞Large Storage: SD card up to 128GB(not included)

☞16X digital zoom

☞Infrared night vision

☞Remote control

☞Webcam

☞Pause Function

☞Recording while charging

☞Take pictures while recording

☞Slow motion(Slow motion-2X video recording, let you understand more clearly the course of action of the target)

☞Time-lapse (It shooting is capable of compressing a long video onto a shot video and play it in a short time.)

☞Motion Detection (In the event that there is a moving object within the camera’s vision, camcorder will be automatically start recording.)

☞External microphone: YES (EXCLUDED)

☞External fill light: YES (EXCLUDED)

☞External lens: YES 37mm lens (EXCLUDED)



More Details

Video Resolution: FHD_1920X1080 (30FPS), HD_1280x720(120/60/30FPS), VGA_640×480 (30FPS)

Video Format: MOV

Image Resolution: VGA,24M,20M,14M,12M,8M,5M,3M,2M

Image Format: JPEG

Focus range: 3.3FT~ infinity

Remote control: YES

IR light: YES <23FT range; Photo: on / off; Video: on / off

Selfie: YES Off/2S/5S/10S/15S/30S

Automatic shutdown: YES Off / 60 seconds / 180 seconds / 300 seconds / 600 seconds LCD screen: 3.0 inch IPS screen

USB port: USB 2.0 (high speed)

HD output: HDMI output interface

Light Sensitivity: Auto/IOS100/ISO200/ISO400/ISO800/ISO1600/ISO3200

Exposure compensation: -2.0EV ~ + 2.0EV

White Balance: Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Tungsten / Fluorescent

Automatic shutdown: Off/30 seconds /1 minute /2 minutes /3 minutes /5 minutes

Size: 4.96(L) x2.28(H) x2.24(W) in

Weight: 10oz



Package Contents

Camcorder *1

1500mAh Lithium battery *2

Remote Control *1

User's Manual *1

USB Cable *1

Adapter *1

Camera bag *1

Lens cover *1

  • ♥24MP & 1080P FHD CAMCORDER - This digital video camera for YouTube supports shooting of Full HD 1080p(30FPS) video and 24MP photo. Besides, it supports 3.0 inch IPS screen, 16X digital zoom and remote control. All these configurations provide smooth shooting experience and wonderful effect. This YouTube camcorder is so sturdy and lightweight that you can take it around. In a word, it would be a perfect gift for your parents and kids.
  • ♥IR NIGHT VISION & SUPPORT EXTERNAL MICROPHONE - Night vision camcorder can shoot high definition image and videos in low light condition and even in the darkness, additionally the video shoot camera is compatible with external fill light to complement the light source. It also supports the external microphone with 3.5mm jack for clear audio recording and expandable storage with an SD card up to 128GB. (Microphone, SD card and fill LED light are not included in the package.)
  • ♥WEBCAM – The vlogging camera can be connected the PC with USB cable. Then you can transfer your files to your computer by choosing “MSDC” or take it as a webcam by choosing the “PC CAM” mode so as to enjoy video chatting or live streaming.
  • ♥PAUSE & REMOTE CONTROL - You can pause long video shooting at any point and continue from where you stopped without starting a new file. This camera also support remote control. Therefore, all the controls can be accessed through physical or remote controller buttons, no members are excluded from the group photo. This vlog camera supports recording while charging and also comes with two 1500mAh batteries so you don't worry about running out of power when you are recording an important event.
  • ♥MULTIFUNCTION - This digital camcorder supports video at intervals, low-speed video,motion detection, time-lapse, self-shooting and continuous shooting. This lightweight, small and easy-to-use digital camcorder is equipped with high-class material and advanced technology, records high-quality image, and it's a perfect gift for friends, family members to record their special lovely moments and travel time!

User questions & answers

Question: Where is this camera made
Answer: The camera is made in CHINA!
Question: How long does the battery last
Answer: About 2 hours
Question: Hello, does this camera support an extra microphone? Is the shotgun microphone included
Answer: "Hello, this camera supports an extra microphone, but the microphone is not included in the package, you need to buy it separately. please note that our camera supports 3-pole 3.5mm jack. In addition, because our camera can't supply power to the mic, it requires mic to have its own battery. The mic without battery is also not supported."
Question: Can I use this camcorder to video straight to tv in real time
Answer: No you can not. Not via the HDMI. I just returned the camera's I bought.

Video Camera Camcorder Digital Camera Recorder kicteck Full HD 1080P 15FPS 24MP 3.0 Inch 270 Degree Rotation LCD 16X Zoom Camcorder with 2 Batteries(604s)

Kicteck

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  • Multifunctional Camcorder : This video camera max supports 1080P(15FPS) AVI Video Resolution, 24M(6000x4500) JPEG Image Resolution. 3.0 inch LCD Screen and supports 270°rotation, 16X digital zoom, built-in fill light, Anti-shaking, Face Capture, Beauty Function, Self-timer, Webcam function, Pause function, USB 2.0, TV Output and so on.
  • Webcam Video Camera : The digital camera has a Webcam function. By connecting the computer with a USB cable, then choose the “PC CAM” mode as a webcam. Please download the software “AMCAP” before using the “PC CAM” function, then enter the video interface, and then you can video chat with your friends.
  • Pause Function : The camcorder supports the pause function. You can continue the recording in the same File without restarting a new one. And then you can download the video to your computer through a USB cable and then edit it before uploading to your social media.
  • Recording While Charging : The digital camera comes with two 1500mAh 3.7V rechargeable batteries(Model: NP-FV5) One full-charged battery can be sustainably used for 60-90 minutes. Or you can record videos while charging, in this case, you can record long enough videos as you wish and no need to worry about battery drains. The digital camera supports SD card 4GB to 32GB(The SD card is not included in the package, and please format the SD card before using this camera).
  • Portable Camcorder : The camcorder is small and lightweight, portable for you to carry around. The camcorder can support external LED light and standard tripod but not support external microphone(LED light and tripod are not included in the package).

User questions & answers

Question: Will it support a 64 gb sd card
Answer: Memory Card: Support SD memory card and MMC card, 4GB up to 32GB.(The SD card is not included in the package, need to purchase separately) If your memory card is larger than 32GB, some memory cards may not be compatible with the camera.If you can use a memory card larger than 32GB, prove that the camera is compatible with the memory card. So we recommend using a memory card no larger than 32GB.
Question: What is the fps under 1920/1080 hd
Answer: Hi, Video Resolution: FHD 1920x1080(15FPS), HD 1280x720(30FPS), 640x480(30FPS).
Question: Is this open for cod
Answer: Cod? No. Overall, it's too small. Minnows? Maybe.
Question: Is the audio good enough for recording counseling sessions
Answer: When I listen to the recorded video on the camera itself the sound seems to low, however, after downloaded the files to my computer the sound is good. (I only use this camera to record "tutoring" sessions with one student for a college requirement). It has met my needs, but I would not use this camera to record family events. I would want a better quality.

Product features

The camera use of detailed instructions:

1. Insert the fully charged battery and memory card into the camera, then press the" POWER" button to turn on the camera.

2. How to format the memory card: Please press the "Mode" button to get into the "Setup" page. Choose the "Format" option and press "OK" to confirm.

3. How to switch modes: Press the "Mode" button to switch modes between "Photo/Video/Setup".

4. How to take photos: Press the "Mode" button to change to the "Photo" mode. Press the "Photo" button to take a photo.

5. How to record videos: Press the "Mode" button to change to the "Video" mode. Press the "START/STOP" button to start the recording. You can press the "Photo" button to pause the recording. And press the "START/STOP" button to finish the recording.

6. How to playback photos/videos: Press the "Playback" button(Beside the Menu button), and then press the "Left/Right" button to browse. Press the "START/STOP" to playback video and press the "Photo" button to pause.

7. How to delete photos/videos: Press the "Playback" button(Beside the Menu button), and then choose the one you want to delete, press the "Menu" button then choose "Delete" and confirm to delete.

8. How to adjust the volume: The volume can be only adjusted while playback. Use the zoom toggle to adjust the volume.

9. How to turn on the fill light: Press the "OK" button to turn on the light and press it again to turn off.

Connect the camera to the computer:

1.Please turn on the camera,insert the AV&USB Cable into the camera and computer port separately.

2.The computer will automatically install driver and the computer screen will display the driver installation is complete.

3.Please press the camera "MODE" button to choose the camera “MSDC ”mode,then open the U disk,the camera files can be seen.

Connect the camera to the TV:

1.Please insert the AV&USB cable into the camera and TV port separately.

2. Please set the TV signal source as AV and enter into this mode.

3.The camera screen will automatically turn off(normal reaction,no malfunction),the TV screen will be used as the camera screen.Please operate the camera button,then the TV screen will display it.

How to use the camera as the webcam:

1.Please download the software “AMCAP” on the Internet before using the PC CAM function.

2.Please connect the camera to the computer through the AV&USB cable, then press the camera “MODE” button to switch into the “PC CAM” mode.

3.Finally open the “AMCAP”,then you can use the camera as the webcam.

Koolertron 4.3 inch LCD Digital USB Microscope,8MP 1-1000X Magnification Handheld Electronic Video Recorder Camera,8 LED Light,Rechargeable Battery for Circuit Board Repair Soldering PCB Coins

Koolertron

Product description

Tips:

1.You can watch from LCD screens or install memory card to store the photo or video.If want to watch from computer directly,pls download software from the link of user manual.

2.Some customers use it for for observing coins.It should be noted that it is mainly used to observe the part of the coin,not the entire coin.

3.It works with Windows XP SP2/Win7/Win8/Win10 MacOS x10.5 or higher .If you can not connect it with computer,Pls contact us at first.

4. Press D key to chose Photo/Video/Replay modes




Specifications:

Display Screen: 4.3-inch HD LCD display

Pixels: 8 million pixels HD

Magnification: 1-1000 * continuous amplification system.

Distance Between Object: 10MM to infinity (different distances correspond to different multiples)

Sixteen Language Systems: English, Spanish, Russian, Korean, Japanese, Thai, Hebrew, Portugal, German, French, Italy, Turkey, Czech, Poland, traditional Chinese and simplified Chinese.

Battery: 2000mAh Lithium ion



In Video Mode:

Resolution: FHD, HD

Circulating Camera: Off/3 minutes/5 minutes/10 minutes. When the flash memory card is full, the foremost video data will be deleted and the video will be saved.

White Balance: Auto/Sunlight/Cloudy/Tungsten/Fluorescent

Date Label: Display/Close-Date and Time can be selected on the screen



In Photo Mode:

Image quality: 1M * 2 M * 3 M * 5 M * 8 M * 10M

Cyclic Record: Off/3min/5min/10min

White Balance: Auto/Sunlight/Cloudy/Tungsten/Fluorescent

Exposure Value: 2/1/0/-1/-2

Date label: On/Off

Auto Power: Off/3min/5min/10min



Package List:

1 x 4.3 inch Digital Microscope

1 x Plastic Stand

1 x Cable

1 x English User Manual

  • 🌳【4.3 inch High Definition LCD Screen】Equipped with 4.3 inches HD LCD screen provides a good field of view for easy viewing.8 million pixels HD,1-1000x continuous amplification.Powered by rechargeable Li-ion battery (2.5hrs work time) or USB.Truly portable and independent.
  • 🌳【Support Connect with PC 】: This 4.3 inch digital microscope also support connect with your computer via USB cable,and view object on the PC display.Please launch the installed software only when your microscope is connected to a PC and ready for observations.(The larger the connected monitor,the higher the magnification)
  • 🌳【Height & Adjustable Angle Bracket】This angle-adjustable stand specifically solves the problem of high reflection which is different form Vertical microscopes.(Vertical microscopes is easy to lose sight of the details of the objects due to reflection) The height adjustable stand can adjust the distance between the camera and the object.
  • 🌳【Excellent Lighting Effect & Save & output of Images and Videos】 Built-in 8 LED lights in microscope lens.with a continuous service life of 100000 hours.provide excellent detail and optimal clarity and allows capture pictures or video in the woods and some dark places.Equipped with Micro SD card slot .You can save the images and videos obtained during your observations to the card and output.(Micro-SD card is not included,Maximum support for 64G Micro SD cards)
  • 🌳【Best Gifts】Perfect for circuit board inspection, QC inspection, watch/clock repair, textile industrial, kids education inspection, biological observation(not suitable for cells), medical professionals, scientific researchers, insects, coins, jewelry, and stamps. It's the best gift for children, students, hobbyists, and other users.

Video Camera Camcorder, Digital YouTube Vlogging Camera FHD 1080P 30FPS 24MP 16X Digital Zoom 3 Inch Touch Screen Video Recorder with Remote Control and Tripod, 2 Batteries

YEHOO

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Product description

Why choose our camcorders:

★270 degree rotation touch screen-The video camera has a 3.0 inch 270 degree rotation touch screen, which is easy to use.

★Webcam for live Streaming-You can use the USB cable to connect the laptop directly as a webcam for YouTube/ Facebook live Streaming.

★Wireless Remote Control-This remote control is great for your selfie .

★HDMI Output-You can connect this youtube equipment to the computer via the USB cable, or you can connect to your TV set via the HDMI cable. For actual FHD visual effect, it would be best play the pictures or videos on your computer or TV.

★Night vision design-This vlog video camera is equipped with an IR night vision ,allowing you to take photos and videos during night.



Camcorder Specifications:

①Memory card: SD card (4G-128G, class 10),SD card is not included in package

②Video Format: MOV

③Video Resolution:FHD_1920X1080(30FPS),HD_1280x720 (120/60/30FPS),VGA_640X480(30FPS)

④Photo Format:JPEG

⑤Photo Format:VGA,1.2M,2M,3M,5M,8M,12M,14M,20M,24M

⑥Sensitivity: automatic, ISO100, ISO200, ISO400

⑦Zoom: 16X digital zoom

⑧Support Language: English, Chinese, French, Dutch, German, Portuguese, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Arabic, Japanese, Turkish

⑨USB port: USB2.0 (high speed)

⑩HD output: HDMI output

⑪LCD Screen: 3.0" HD Touch Screen

⑫IR Infrared light: <7.0m Range

⑬Size:4.96(L) x2.28(H) x2.24(W)inches

⑭Weight: 10.4 oz



Package Content :

1* Camcorder

1* Camcorder Bag

1* Remote Control

1* USB Cable

1* HDMI Cable

2* Rechargeable Lithium Battery

1* Tripod

1* User Manual



Warm Tips:

This camera has no autofocus function. It has digital zoom, but no optical zoom.

Pls carefully read the user manual before use,the camcorder is design for amateurs, not for Professional users.

  • 1.[Full HD 1080P Video Camera] Full HD 1080P 30fps video camera, 24MP SONY CMOS sensor, 3.0-inch touch screen with 270-degree rotation, 16X powerful digital zoom. It allows you to faithfully reproduce every aspect of the scene with harmonious colors.
  • 2.[Infrared Night Vision Camcorder] The camcorder is equipped with infrared night vision. In the dark environment, turn on the infrared night vision light, you can still take a clear video or photo (the color is black and white). In addition, the camcorder is equipped with a new hot shoe, which can be stabilized on the camera if you want to use an external microphone or LED light.
  • 3.[Multifunction Video Camera with Remote Control] The video camera support remote control, you can remotely control the camera self-timer. It also supports photos taking, beauty function, pause function, slow-motion record, motion-detecting recording, video lapse mode, playback modes, auto power-off, internal microphone and speaker (record sound videos), USB 2.0 interface, HDMI output, multi-language. And the camcorder supports the SD memory card 4GB up to 128GB.
  • 4.[Easy to Use Camera with Tripod] The camcorder can be operated with one hand and all the buttons are handy and easily accessible. it is a great choice for beginners. A lightweight, compact and convenient body means it is a perfect gift.
  • 5.[Worry-free Warranty] The video camera is equipped with 2 1500 mAh lithium batteries, so you can record it at any time. And we offer 12 months warranty(replace or refund) and lifetime technical support. Come on

User questions & answers

Question: This camcorder has motion detection, how long does the motion detection stay active? Can it work, kinda like a security camera
Answer: 1. The mobile monitoring function needs to be enabled in the submenu. 2. Close the auto power off submenu (the camera will keepping monitoring when the battery and memory card are sufficient) 3. When he detects that an object is moving, he will start working. When there is no object moving in front of the camera for 30 seconds, he will stop recording.
Question: Is there a carrying case to put all the items in, not just the camera
Answer: No carrying case, our camera and accessories are packed in the camera box
Question: Can I charge the camera via usb? I want to run a 24 hour recording and the battery would not last that long
Answer: Yes, you can. Our camera supports recording while charging
Question: For live streaming- is there audio output on the hdmi output? i only get video signal, no audio
Answer: For live streaming-there is no audio output on the HDMI output. Audio output is available only when viewed in PlayBack mode.

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