Most smartphones and tablets can shoot video, but its quality was not “near” with the quality of shooting a good video camera. It provides clearer images and better sound, and can take much longer than devices that offer video capture as a secondary option.
To answer the question of which digital camera is better to buy, you must know exactly what you want from the device. Looking for a camera to capture your camping trips or family vacations? Need a gift for a teenager to support his promising blogging career? Need a camcorder that can shoot in 4K? To help you make your choice, we examined specialized resources such as Lifewire and Epfilms and created a top video camera that included the best price / performance models for video enthusiasts and professionals.
10. Canon VIXIA HF R82
Price - 26 940 rubles.
The winner in the “best zoom” category will allow you to shoot objects that are far away (for example, players during a football match). The camera has an impressive 57x optical zoom range, and the optical image stabilizer ensures that the frames are very clear. It also has Wi-Fi and NFC, which can be used for streaming video or allow you to use the camera as a video-radio nanny (when connected to a power outlet).
And the new backlight compensation function allows users to avoid creating a silhouette (when the light comes from behind the subject) even without using the manual exposure mode.
9. Canon XA30
Cost - 104 990 rubles.
The best professional camera in the ranking of video cameras of 2017. This compact device has 20x optical zoom, as well as an upgraded HD CMOS Pro sensor, which eliminates noise in low light conditions. Recording video in Native 24p format matches the frame rate of the movie camera. And the Highlight Priority option allows you to better work out details in the highlights of contrasting scenes.
The camera also has a removable handle, which increases convenience during transportation, an external microphone holder, manual audio control, zoom control, dynamic range mode, infrared illumination, and an indicator lamp.
8. Panasonic HC-WXF991K
It costs - from 51 614 rubles.
If you review the best Panasonic camcorders of 2017, then this model will be in the “best 4K camcorder” section. It is equipped with a high-quality Leica Dicomar lens with a 20x optical zoom range and a BSI sensor.
The manufacturer provided the device with many options, such as:
- A set of effects "As-in-a-movie", it allows you to shoot video in slow motion and accelerated pace, do a slow zoom and zoom only the background.
- Record picture-in-picture, for this you need to connect your smartphone via Wi-Fi and use it as an additional camera.
- Work in the "Photo 4K" mode, in which the camcorder takes 8-megapixel pictures. Their quality is superior to the best SLR cameras.
- Ability to crop 4K video (Full HD image is cropped with 4K resolution frames).
7. Sony HDR-CX405
You can buy for 16 989 rubles.
Sony and Panasonic traditionally dominate the camcorder market. They produce a wide variety of models, from budget to high-end devices with many options. If we talk about Sony HDR-CX405, then this is one of the best video cameras of 2017 for beginners of video shooting. It can shoot Full HD (1920x1080) video at a frequency of 50 frames / second, has 30x optical zoom and 60x digital zoom. The device has a 2.7-inch LCD with face recognition, image stabilization SensorSteadyShot, and intelligent auto mode. For that kind of money, the possibilities are more than enough.
6. Panasonic HC-V380K
It is offered for 18 989 rubles.
This is ideal for parents who want to shoot games and sports competitions for their children. No matter how far you are, the 50x optical and 150x digital zoom let you capture every minute you need. Video shooting comes with a resolution of Full HD 1080p, you can manually set the exposure and focus. The camera is very light and compact, and its additional advantage is the presence of Wi-Fi and a bright three-inch display with good viewing angles.
5. Sony FDR-AX53
Sells for 79 989 rubles.
One of the best Sony 4K camcorders of 2017 in our review. It uses advanced optics - an Exmor R® CMOS sensor with an enlarged area of each photosensitive cell for good shooting even in the dark. The ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T * lens with 20x optical zoom has a focal length of 26.8 mm and allows you to capture as many objects as possible in the frame.
A very fast hardware autofocus and image stabilization allow you to create great UHD video (3840 × 2160), which you can enjoy for many years to come.
4. Sony HXR-NX30U
Can be found on sale for 230 078 rub.
This is the most expensive video camera in the ranking. For such money, it offers a very large functionality:
- Optics Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T for perfect image quality.
- Balanced Optical Steady image stabilization technology, which greatly helps in eliminating camera shake.
- The Sony Exmor R CMOS sensor, known for its impressive low-light shots.
- Optical 20x zoom and the ability to shoot with a maximum resolution of 1920 × 1080.
- The internal memory is 96 GB, which means that you can store a lot of video material without a memory card.
- A huge number of manual settings.
- An impressive package, including a microphone, a remote control, a set of rechargeable batteries, a lithium battery, a DK-415 cord and a charger.
3. Panasonic HC-V160
In stores, it costs from 9 989 rubles.
The cheapest video camera in the ranking and an excellent option for a gift to a young video filmmaker. The main advantages of the device:
- compact size;
- 38x optical zoom and 100x digital zoom;
- the presence of 2.7 LCD screen;
- the presence of autofocus;
- video shooting resolution 1920 × 1080;
- widescreen photo mode.
At the same time, there is no stabilization in the camera and no video detector, but you have to sacrifice something for the sake of a low price.
2. Sony NEX-VG30H
It is possible to buy for 139 990 rub.
One of the main reasons for the popularity of this Full HD camera is its interchangeable lens. It is recommended to purchase a Samyang 8mm F2.8 UMC Fish-Eye fisheye lens from interchangeable optics, which will allow you to capture more objects in the frame than other glasses and the Sony 50mm F1.8, which allows you to shoot in low light conditions. A SELP18200 lens is included in the box for superior stability and smooth zoom.
Also, the Sony NEX-VG30H features include a powerful 11.1x zoom, an excellent video finder, a convenient button layout for accessing quick settings and the presence of kinematic settings.
1. Panasonic HC-V770
Can be purchased for 27 989 rubles.
This camcorder is ideally balanced in terms of value for money. It has all the functions that are necessary to capture beautiful shots, including:
- 20x optical zoom and 60x digital zoom;
- HDR (High Dynamic Range) video capture;
- Back Side Illumination (BSI) sensor that suppresses noise;
- Full HD- (1080p) video capture.
For ease of use, there is a separate button for taking photos during movie shooting. And thanks to Wi-Fi and NFC, you can instantly connect to your phone and stream live video. The HC-V770 also has many creative filters and effects, and can record high quality sound. The device does not stand out in one thing, it is good in all directions.
