Hi. How do you deal with not having a camcorder light? Thank you. :)
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If you need a lights buy one there are many available at any price point for $40 up. Or buy and big studio lights and stands. Search for "video light" on Amazon
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I have found that it produces acceptable images in fairly low light. I don't try to take pictures in almost total darkness so I have no experience there. Under a full moon it took acceptable pictures of animals in my yard. HTH
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Dear Rawrainwater, Thank you for your interest in the Panasonic HC-V110 Camcorder that is available for sale from EZCORP/Amazon.com. We have received your response and are happy to assist you today. This camcorder does not include a video light. However, the Amazon.com listing does describe a BSI Sensor for Low Light Shooting. The item description states "The BSI Sensor of the camcorder has improved high sensitivity performance to record easy-to-see, clear videos and images even in dimly lit situations." Thank you again for your interest in this product. We hope that you have a wonderful day! Dear Rawrainwater, Thank you for your interest in the Panasonic HC-V110 Camcorder that is available for sale from EZCORP/Amazon.com. We have received your response and are happy to assist you today. This camcorder does not include a video light. However, the Amazon.com listing does describe a BSI Sensor for Low Light Shooting. The item description states "The BSI Sensor of the camcorder has improved high sensitivity performance to record easy-to-see, clear videos and images even in dimly lit situations." Thank you again for your interest in this product. We hope that... » Read More Dear Rawrainwater, Thank you for your interest in the Panasonic HC-V110 Camcorder that is available for sale from EZCORP/Amazon.com. We have received your response and are happy to assist you today. This camcorder does not include a video light. However, the Amazon.com listing does describe a BSI Sensor for Low Light Shooting. The item description states "The BSI Sensor of the camcorder has improved high sensitivity performance to record easy-to-see, clear videos and images even in dimly lit situations." Thank you again for your interest in this product. We hope that you have a wonderful day! « Show Less
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Have you looked at the Panasonic TM 700K? This is the best video and smallest camcorder around for less than $1000. Flash recording is the way to go for Battery consumption. Would not go into the hard drive versions regardless of the brand
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thanks for the suggestion!! i dropped mine on a kitchen floor and thought it was broken for good! i tried doing what you did and i fixed it!! thanks so much! i thought i was gonna have to buy another camera!!
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I had the same experience. I ordered one Creative Vado 3rd Generation camcorder early last week. After inserting the battery in the correct orientation and charging it overnight, I disconnected the camcorder from the USB cable, and the camcorder would not power on. The screen stayed completely blank. So, I returned it and ordered a second unit. It arrived late last week. Lo and behold, charged it overnight, unplugged it from the computer USB charging cable, pressed the on/off switch and ... nothing. Nada. Blank. Two new units, both dead on arrival. The quality of this product is just terrible.
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I love my camera. I just had twins, so I take picture all the time. I haven't had any light issues. I would recommend this camera.
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If you really want to use the camera I would suggest buying a card. They are not expensive, as a matter of fact I always keep an extra card or two handy just in case. The alternative is returning and waiting for them to resend. :)
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I agree with j-rob. Does anyone know how the newer model (HDR-XR500V) performs in low-light situations? They claim the Exmor-R sensor helps with these situations. It's too bad there's no easy or cost-effective way to upgrade. I'm not in the position to spend another $1k+ for a new camcorder that handles low-light.
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i have the same cam, with no light you can't see anything.my next cam will be 700 are better.
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I finally took a video and yes, it takes nice video. I do not know an exact light reading but the videos indoors with little light are poor quality. It needs a well lit room or sunshine for a good video.
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With no lighting and no flash, it will be dark. No way around it. try using better lighting. I shoot underwater, and movies are great.
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As long as your video camera has the option" night vision"this late does not produce any light that is visual to the human eye unless you are looking through your night vision camera. This just enhances quite a bit what you are able to see without light. Hope this helps and good luck.
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Hi Dennis,Low-light scenarios is a general issue with personal video cameras.Simply put, you can not expect the same video quality for low light conditions as for sunshine day recordings.I have Canons HF11 and am actually quite impressed how good the quality of the low light sensitivity became nowadays (I am recording fireworks). Under which conditions are you taking a video, whats the object ?
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No. I believe you will need special light for video, their latest flash has video lighting capabilities.
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The video and camera do not work well in low light. You think you have good lighting but, it has to have lot's of light. In the day time you get great video and pictures. I use a flash light at night ( Mag. Light LED ) to light up what I need at night. Works well. The audio is very good. The wide angle is very nice. I would say a 45 degree angle to each side. The Muvi is a very nice tool for me. The cost is very low. I work Security and I would not want to work with out it.
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don't use flash if I can help it, I like available light when I can. Olympus lights are a little high.
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Hi Dennis, Low-light scenarios is a general issue with personal video cameras. Simply put, you can not expect the same video quality for low light conditions as for sunshine day recordings. I have Canons HF11 and am actually quite impressed how good the quality of the low light sensitivity became nowadays (I am recording fireworks). Under which conditions are you taking a video, whats the object ?
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Battery here is not impressive, at least in comparison with my old Lumix LX-3. Turn camera off when not shooting should become a good habit. Also, there is no pause for video shooting and bno ability to get snapshots while playing.