Best cheap camcorders for Christmas

The best digital video camcorder deals under $300 from Sony, Panasonic, Kodak and more

Once upon a time, video cameras were a very expensive investment; especially if you wanted a high-definition model. These days, you can snap up a Full HD camcorder for under $200. Naturally, these budget models lack the advanced features and imaging capabilites of their premium stable mates, but they remain capable of taking great looking video. They are also a lot more beginner-friendly. In no particular order, here are the Top 10 budget-level camcorders currently available on store shelves. All models are under $300 and some even come from leading brands like Sony and Panasonic.

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Cisco Flip MinoHD 8GB

The Flip MinoHD 8GB isn't the best pocket camcorder on the market. Nevertheless, it provides good video for the asking price and is very user-friendly for beginners.

  • Review Date:
  • Reviewer:
  • Manufacturer:
  • 1st Dec., 2010
  • Chris Jager
  • Cisco
  • Rating:
  • Price:
  • 3.75
  • $ 279.95
  • Pros:
  • Exceptionally user-friendly, sleek and compact design, good video performance in optimum lighting
  • Cons:
  • No memory card slot, undersized display, annoying USB connector

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