Ulead VideoStudio 10 (PC)

Ulead VideoStudio 10 (PC)
Customer Review: Very buggy
I purchased this and have tried it on 2 different PCs - it doesn’t work on either.

On an XP machine, I get an error message as soon as I start up my PC. I can then start up VS10, but it always crashes within 5 minutes.

On a Vista machine (only 2 months old, and not caused any other problems), all appears well. However, on closer inspection the volume doesn’t come through on any of my clips. Oh, and after about 10/15 minutes of use, the whole thing invariably crashes.

I would avoid this product. It’s a shame because from the brief glimpses I’ve had of it (before it crashes) it looks good. However, it’s too unstable to be usable.

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Sony DCR-HC27 Handycam Mini DV Camcorder
Add digital quality to all of your videos with the DCR-HC27, an easy-to-use and high-performance MiniDV camcorder! Ideal for your first camcorder or for family videos, the DCR-HC27 is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens and an 800,000-pixel CCD sensor to capture all of those precious moments on video. It also comes with a 20x optical zoom, so you can film important events such as weddings or children?s shows, and has a 2.5? TFT touch screen, giving you complete control over your shot. Combining the advantages of spot focusing with a number of white balance modes, this camcorder adapts to any occasion. Simply select the automatic setting to get the best focus for your situation. The DCR-HC27 includes a NightShotPlus mode with a sensitivity of 0 lux, so you can film in the dark, and has a host of different AE programmes, 4 fade modes and special effects, so you can add a touch of style to your home videos. The DCR-HC27 also comes with a FireWire connection, allowing you to continue your digital video experience on your computer.
Used Price: ?200.00
Customer Review: Great Value For Money Easy To Use Camcorder
Very simple to use, does most things ‘out of the box’ with no need for much user input beyond switching it on, pointing & pressing the REC button (its in red for maximum ease of spotting!) There are the usual options to change things like effects for how pictures look etc but really this is for people who just want to video, with some simple menu options which are quick to learn. Its light, small & fits nicely into one hand. Its quite well made too. Couple of points to note: there is no editing software included (use Windows Media Centre or Photo Gallery) nor is there any cable to link your camcorder to your PC. Both these omissions are unusual & seem a bit cheap of SONY, for which I’ve deducted 1 star. You do get a short ‘how to shoot videos’ DVD which - once you ignore the childish & annoying cartoon ‘guide’ - is actually quite useful. (the lack of any bundled cassette is normal industry practise) Using a firewall cable I’ve found the video transfer to my PC (running Windows VISTA) painless & fairly quick. All in all a good buy which I purchased from Debenhams in Birmingham for just ?130 a couple of weeks ago.
Customer Review: fantastic
bought one of this,mostly because of it’s size and also the connectivity to the pc.arrived on time,very easy to operate.

The 2007-2012 Outlook for Digital Camcorders in Japan
Used Price: ?470.68

Flip F260W-UK Video Ultra Series Digital Camcorder - White (60 mins)
Fun for everyone. Simple fun video for everyone, the Flip Ultra lets you record video clips instantly at a moments notice. Ready to use out-of the-box, simply point and press record, its that easy. Everything Built In: Flip Ultra’s revolutionary software makes organising, editing and sharing video incredibly simple. Every Flip Ultra has all the software you need to edit and share your movies built directly in. Use the built in USB stick to transfer files to a PC easily, not need to carry separate cables. Share: Just plug in the USB arm on your Flip Ultra into a PC and email your videos to friends and family instantly - or publish them directly to YouTube, MySpace or your favourite sharing site. Included TV-Out lets you connect your Flip Ultra directly to the big screen to let you share your movies with those around you. Movie Mix: Making custom movies is easy with the Flip Ultra. Just pick a style, choose your favourite song and select the video clips your want to include. It Just Works: Simple and easy to use, no fussing around reading manuals or configuring settings, let the Flip Ultra manage everything for you. Superior low-light capability lets you take clips even in poor light conditions. Easy: Get started right away with the Flip Ultra. Simple one touch recording lets you start shooting video’s in an instant without a manual. Stylish robust design means you can take the Flip Ultra anywhere without worry. Package Contents - Flip Ultra Video Camera - 2 x AA Alkaline Batteries - Wrist Strap - Soft Case - TV-Out Cable - Quick Start Guide
List Price: ?99.99
Amazon Price: ?99.62
Customer Review: Great Pocket Video Camera
The Ultra Series Flip Video is perfect for recording up to one hour worth of video. It is perfect for families who want to share videos. I found that the sound quality is ok. The zoom is adequate but not great. And the picture quality is good for its price. The better the lighting you have, the better the quality of the video taken. It even looks good when watched on a TV screen. No sense lugging around a camcorder when you can carry this very light and small video camera that fits in your shirt pocket. Downloading the videos to a computer is simple and it keeps with some pre-loaded software, which makes it easy for you to edit, email, save, and make photos from the videos. The editing is very basic; it lets you trim some off the front and back of what you recorded. And it is set up to link right into You Tube. I was able to make a video just seconds after installing the batteries. The Ultra Series Flip Video has the ability to be mounted on a tripod as well as an action mount that can both be bought separately. But the 1-hour of video is all it can hold, which is more than enough for me. It does not have the ability to have the memory upgraded. Just to summarize this video camera is very light and easy to use. It is so easy to use that no instruction manual is necessary and I am not electronic savvy. It comes with all you need, including TV connector cable, carrying case, wrist strap and even the batteries. This is all you need to share video with your family at a low cost. (Amazon US US$100)
Customer Review: Okay - Not Quite as Trendy as it Seems
I do like this solid state camcorder but it’s neither exceptional value for money or versatile either. For kick off the quality of production is nothing exceltional, and by that I mean to compare with other similar priced products. To give some sort of idea what it is like, your mobile phone if it has the function for video would be similar if used on low res. That’s not to say it’s awful and clearly it’s designed as an easy cheap youtube device, just don’t expect too much. It’s also big. Given that it’s a solid state unit, it could be made a bit smaller, which would fit in with it’s go anywhere utility advertising. Having said that, a large part of this is down to using standard AA batteries which is convenient. They seem to last a good long time compared to other products like this. The zoom is digital which does limit quality. The recording angle is a wee bit narrow as well, so don’t expect any great indoor wide angle shots either. One thing that did bother me most of all is that there is no protective cover that closes over the clear plastic lens cover, meaning that any rough stuff, or grit in a pocket would cause a problem. There are many good points though. It’s well made, comes with it’s own flip out inbuilt USB A connection, so no extra wires, and I like the shape. Clean and simple. I guess in the end it would be exceptional value at 50 quid but at 100 it’s perhaps a bit steep.