When digital cameras hit the market in the late 1990s, photographers worldwide knew the game was changing. Sleek, light, and more compact than your typical 35mm camera, digital cameras are quickly replacing the traditional camera in both form and function.For starters, digital cameras don't use film

One of the first things a new digital camera user learns is that their super, high-tech digital camera eats up batteries awfully fast. After all, an electronic device such as a camera is a complex device and must power a motorized lens, the flash, a high powered imaging chip and the memory recording

So you found the perfect camera with all the bells and whistles. Now what? There is a whole universe of accessories to help you get the most out of your shiny new camera, extending both the usability and lifespan. Storage and memoryThe two most important digital camera accessories are a good st

Although you may be able to get by without using any camera accessories, they definitely make a photographer's life more productive and convenient. There are many different camera accessories on the market to enhance photography skills, whether amateur or pro.A few popular camera accessories are cle

 Assemble Editing - The process of selecting individual shots from a master tape and re-recording them onto another source in the correct sequence. Audio Dub - Replacing the existing audio track with new audio, such as music or a commentary track Auto Focus - A system that automatical

Twenty years ago, the camcorder was a giant, unwieldy contraption that had to be balanced on the user's shoulder. It could barely be classified as portable and was a pricy investment. Camcorders have since become quite small as the technology developed. Big gainsThere has been a giant leap in p

 Today's camcorders are unbelievably powerful when compared to their cost. It's not uncommon for a high-quality camcorder, packed with dazzling features, to cost less than a weekly paycheck.Modern camcorders typically use Hi-8 or DV (Digital Video) tapes to record. Most of these camcorders can

Sony camcorders have a reputation for being solid performers and the company continues to expand its line of Handycams to add new features for maximum versatility. But versatility rarely is an out-of-the-box experience, often requiring specific tools for a specific job. A complete lineLuckily S

Camcorder batteries are typically not universal, as with other battery standards, like AA or AAA battery sizes. Each camcorder manufacturer makes or offers replacement batteries, often in varying charge capacities. There are three popular types of rechargeable battery cells: Li-ion (Lithiu

Some will say that a camcorder is helpless without a healthy supply of accessories. Camcorder accessories are designed to make life easier, while enhancing the user's video skills at the same time.Camcorder accessories can range from bags, cases, and straps to lights, microphones, and spare batterie