HD camcorders: Compare features & prices Canon FS200 review
The FS200 from Canon is an ultra-portable flash-based standard definition camcorder. It features a 37x optical zoom lens and a 2.7-inch LCD screen. With an array of inexpensive high definition camcorders to choose from, is this model worth considering?
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Artificial light video
Video quality under artificial light recording
Dim light video
Video quality under dim light recording
Overall video quality
Total video quality under various light conditions.
Image stabilisation effectiveness
How well the image stabilisation feature compensates for shaking hand motions.
Still photo quality
Receives "n/a" if no still photo function, or still photos recorded to tape. Image quality, shutter delay and other convenience rated
Features
How useful the camcorder's features are - a colour viewfinder gets a higher score than a black and white one, for example.
