Article: Camcorder guide // Knowing formats and features helps put video needs in focus

In 1957, when my parents filmed my sister's first steps with an old 8mm camera, they had to wait weeks for the film to be developed to relive the joyous moment.

Last month, when the same sister's son took his first steps, the joyous occasion was captured on videotape with a camcorder. The tape was replayed within minutes. Instant gratification. A permanent memory.

You know what you want to tape. The events and story lines are plotted in your mind. The stars are your family and friends. You don't want to miss another memory. All you need is a camcorder.

Camcorders are remarkable devices. They record both video and audio - and the reproduction quality is lifelike. And the tapes can be ...

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