Best inexpensive low light camcorder: Sanyo CG10?
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Radioshack has CG10 for $129 right now. I don't think any other small form factor cameras can match the feature/price it offers even Flips, Kodaks.
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This camera is great for both still and video, bud autofocus in low light is great just adjust the iso and try to find a low light lens
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I have done low-light shooting of youths dancing to Soca/Calypso and Dancehall music while using a Canon hot shoe flash unit on my Rebel T4i with great results. There is almost no blur once you set the camera to function at night setting hand-held...no tripod. I also get good results in low light using the night settings 'with tripod'. The camera's lenses have built-in anti shake systems and I have no complaints with it's operation in any condition so far. Skill to handle such situations guarantee an even better result. This camera is good as any and better than many...I have no regrets.
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Beware the Sony "cineframe" options -- they look terrible. I have a Sony HC3 and while it's a fine little camera in 1080i 60i mode, the pseudo-24p stuff looks awful.The HV20 promises TRUE 24fps recording, plus a cinematic gamma curve, plus OIS, plus manual audio level controls, plus better lowlight performance. I wasn't even planning on buying a new camera, but I'm buying an HV20. At $1099, it's a great deal!
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Based on a review of the owner's manual for this item, there is a flash/flashlight. In the settings menu, the user can "select a flashlight mode: [On], [Off] or [Auto]." In addition, "the camcorder has an automatic white-balance correction. This enables you to record both indoors and outdoors where the amount of light in the environment changes."
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For the most impartial reviews, I suggest http://www.dpreview.com/. This site offers balanced & thorough reviews. I am rather partial to Canon cameras but I have also come across several Kodaks that have had very good color. While the S90 is a very good camera for low light, the Canon SD4000 has also received high marks and might be a little more appropriate to your needs. But truly, it would be best to check dpreview.com and read through their reviews.
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Yes, I just got mine. Going to shoot some video tests this weekend with it. It has good low-light abilities.
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I would love to replace my Coolpix 3200 with the S10, but I've decided I can't live without a viewfinder. I tried shooting LCD only with my Minolta, and it is hard to see in the sunlight ALSO I don't like seeing my reflection taking a photo. Too bad because I'm very interested in the stabilized zoom!
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Well the HF200 does behave poorly in low light condition, even with the best aperture and frame settings, but I can't tell if it's worse than other HD camcorders.Also, make sure you didn't disable the autofocus, it's easy to make things worse. I don't mean the setting available via the standard FUNC menu, but directly with the Up and Down controls from the wheel, it's the third option from the bottom.The zoom may also affect grain and artifacts, use it sparingly.
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This is the best camcorder I think , easy used control brightness ,good on low light ,64 gb card is perfect and it has 96gb hard drive , I love it
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I think a better question would be how does the RX100M2 compare to the Panasonic LF1 upon which the Leica C is based. I do know the lens is not as fast and image back is smaller, so the RX100M2 should be better in low light for sure. The C has a built-in EVF, but not very high res. The pricey external viewfinder for the Sony has 10 times the resolution.
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Hi David, The minimum illumination in NTSC Auto mode is rated at 1.2 lux (with auto slow shutter selected - shutter speed 1/30 sec.) In Low Light mode it is rated at just 0.1 lux (shutter speed 1/2 sec.) This, with an image sensor of 1/3-inch HD CMOS Pro should be enough to make the video very acceptable in low light. Art Speck
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Yes! Awesome low-light w/o flash pictures, best I've seen on a point/shoot cam.
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This camera takes good pictures in low light. for a point and shoot it is wonderful. If your Light is really low, I recommend a more expensive camera. The Canon Rebel series is a better camera, the draw backs more expensive, larger, heaver, more equiptment to carry, bigger camera bag and far more complicated. payoff, top of the line pics.The sx260 HD is light, easy to use, stores in you pocket and is ready right away. Its low light respones is good and it has a 20x optical zoom. Quite an amazing camera.
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Video is good, but lacks autofocus while recording, mic input, and HDMI. Image quality of stills is excellent. Most controls can be accessed with right hand. External TTL flash units are pricey, but works with cheaper manual flashes. Advantageous for travel, with ability to use AA batteries and weather sealing. Good value for the money.
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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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This camera will use rechargeable AA batteries. You should look for NiMH rechargeables. Some other reviewers have used Sanyo Enloops and have said they are good. I bought Rayovac NiMH pre-charged, rechargeables and have been very happy with them.