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The Which? Best Buy award is given to
products with high total test scores that perform consistently well in
our rigorous lab tests and excel in all key areas.
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We award the Energy Saver logo to
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Overall video quality
Includes video quality under daylight, dim light and artificial light
Ease of use
Not just image quality, but ease of use of the still image function
Sound quality
Sound qualty achieved using the camcorder's built-in microphone
Recording format
Flash memory pocket camcorders rely on internal memory storage; some camcorders require the purchase of an additional memory card which can be removed.
Recording format
Flash-based camcorders rely on internal memory storage; some camcorders require the purchase of an additional memory card which can be removed
Optical zoom
Not all pocket camcorders have optical zooms - those without have digital zooms, which sacrifice image quality as you zoom in.
Optical zoom
Not all pocket camcorders have optical zooms - those without have digital zooms, which sacrifice image quality as you zoom in.
Resolution
720p and 1080p are both high definition resolutions - 1080p is the more detailed of the two, known as "full HD" resolution.
Resolution
720p and 1080p are both high definition resolutions - 1080p is the more detailed of the two, known as "full HD" resolution.
HDMI connection
Even some pocket camcorders with HDMI connections still require you to buy an HDMI lead.
HDMI connection
Even some pocket camcorders with HDMI connections still require you to buy an HDMI lead.
Still photos
Not all pocket camcorders can take still photos - some only let you capture stills from videos.
Still photos
Not all pocket camcorders can take still photos - some only let you capture stills from videos.
Price
If there is a "Compare Prices" box the price shown will be the cheapest price we found, excluding delivery, and is updated daily. If "Typical Price" is displayed the price shown will be a guide to what you can expect to pay
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