March 2024
Camcorders: MetaRanking
This page highlights the aggregate summary of camcorders rankings posted by key online experts, as of March 2024.
Summary
On 12 Mar 2024, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 83 camcorder endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.
54 camcorders were endorsed in total, only 14 made it into this month's ranking. (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included)
As of 12 Mar 2024, Sony HDR-CX405 takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed camcorder with 9 expert endorsements. 1 expert out of 9 recommended it as the '#1 camcorder' this month.
Brand breakdown
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Canon: 14 camcorders
(#1 is Canon Vixia HF R800)
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Sony: 13 camcorders
(#1 is Sony HDR-CX405)
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Panasonic: 5 camcorders
(#1 is Panasonic HC-V770)
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DJI: 2 camcorders
(#1 is Dji OSMO Action)
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GoPro: 2 camcorders
(#1 is GoPro Hero 9 Black)
Price breakdown
At a glance - March Ranking
Rank | Change | Price | Camcorder |
Family Vacation Critic
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TopTenReviews
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Lifewire
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Digital Camera World
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TinyGrab
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Popular Photography
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Scary Mommy
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Looxcie
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EP Films
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Wondershare Filmora
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Sony HDR-CX405
The Sony HDR-CX405 is a compact and lightweight camcorder that offers impressive video quality, a 30x optical zoom, and user-friendly features, making it suitable for a variety of uses.
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2
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2
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2
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7
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5
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1
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2
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3
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2
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Canon Vixia HF R800
The Canon Vixia HF R800 is a highly recommended camcorder that offers excellent video quality, impressive zoom capabilities, and a range of features to enhance the user's recording experience.
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3
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10
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1
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2
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3
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Panasonic HC-V770
The Panasonic HC-V770 is a versatile camcorder with advanced features, impressive zoom capabilities, and comprehensive connectivity options, making it suitable for vloggers, amateur filmmakers, and those who want to document special events or family moments.
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9
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5
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7
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4
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Sony FDR-AX700
The Sony FDR-AX700 is a prosumer 4K camcorder with advanced features, exceptional video quality, and impressive zoom capabilities, making it ideal for professional videographers and filmmakers.
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5
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Panasonic HC-V180K
The Panasonic HC-V180K is a versatile and budget-friendly camcorder that offers impressive video quality, zoom capabilities, and a compact size, making it suitable for various use cases.
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6
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-1 | $1099 |
Canon VIXIA HF G70
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5
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1
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7
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-1 | $2098 |
Panasonic HC-X2000
The Panasonic HC-X2000 is a professional camcorder with impressive features, including face detection, stunning video quality, zoom capabilities, compact size, and a range of connectivity options, making it a versatile tool for videographers.
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7
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8
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+2 | $720 |
Sony FDR-AX43
The Sony FDR-AX43 is a highly regarded 4K Handycam with excellent video quality, impressive zoom capabilities, and a range of connectivity options, making it ideal for content creators and vloggers.
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9
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9
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-2 | Check price |
Sony FDRAX33
The Sony FDRAX33 camcorder is highly praised for its impressive video quality, zoom capabilities, and convenient connectivity options, making it suitable for a range of use cases.
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10
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12
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New * | $2798 |
Sony PXW-Z90
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8
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2
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13
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-2 | Check price |
Canon Vixia HF G60
The Canon Vixia HF G60 is a compact camcorder that offers high-quality 4K Ultra HD and Full HD video recording, with features such as a 1-inch imaging sensor, Dual Pixel CMOS AF autofocus system, 5-axis image stabilization, and dual SD card slots.
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5
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14
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-1 | $275 |
Dji OSMO Action
The Dji OSMO Action is a feature-packed action camera with impressive video quality, stabilization capabilities, and a range of useful features, making it suitable for vloggers, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone looking to capture high-quality video footage.
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15
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-1 | Check price |
YeeHao 2053STR
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6
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7
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16
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-1 | Check price |
Canon Vixia HF G21
The Canon Vixia HF G21 is a high-quality camcorder that offers professional features, excellent image clarity, and versatile shooting capabilities, making it ideal for various professional applications.
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6
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9
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We ranked Sony HDR-CX405 #1 in March 2024 because:
- 9 independent experts mentioned it in their “best camcorders” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Sony HDR-CX405 as #1.
TopTenReviews
Best budget camcorder
Very affordable
Super compact and portable
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Small sensor
SDXC card needed for 1080p
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Digital Camera World
Best camcorder for family videos
Irresistible price
Seriously compact
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Expect some noise from the small sensor
SDXC card required for 1080p
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TinyGrab
Best Budget Camcorder
Affordable.
Compact.
Exmor R CMOS sensor.
BIONZ X image processing.
30x optical zoom.
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Cannot shoot in 4K.
Users report poor sound quality.
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Looxcie
Under $200
Records 1080p at 60 fps
Small and Portable
SteadyShot stabilization
Good low-light performance
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No mic jack
Can’t record while charging
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Wondershare Filmora
Best Budget Camcorder
Weighs less than a TV remote
Excellent lens with spectacular digital zoom
Two extra batteries, and a charger that you can charge from a wall socket or a car 12v outlet
Full HD Video/ 9. 2MP
30x optical zoom lens optical steady shot image stabilization XAVC S recording
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Batteries takes 3hrs to charge
Uneasy to handle due to its small size
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We ranked Canon Vixia HF R800 #2 in March 2024 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best camcorders” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked Canon Vixia HF R800 as #1.
TinyGrab
Best Beginner Camcorder
52x advanced zoom.
Full HD video.
Slow and fast motion shooting.
Powerful battery.
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Poor sound quality without an external mic.
No built-in memory.
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Looxcie
Winner
Easy to Learn How To Use
Portable and Compact
Affordable
Positive User Experience
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Poor microphone quality
No manual audio control for input mic
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Wondershare Filmora
Best Camcorder for YouTube
Lightweight and ease of use
Fantastic optical image stabilization to remove jerks and movements
HDMI output if you want to plug it into your TV
Color, adjustment, stabilization are all automatic with an option of self-customization
1080p on a 128 GB gives you 8 hours and reducing to 720 will give you up to16 hours of recording
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You will need an external microphone if you are filming with it outdoors
Doesn’t have a manual audio control level for an external mic input
No built-in memory and you need to install memory card separately for recording
It is not one of the best low light camcorders
It is not even a cheap 4k camcorder as 4k resolution is absent on this video recorder
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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts
Identify Experts
We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend camcorders.
Capture Rankings
For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of camcorders, it must be updated in the last 9 months.
Aggregate Rankings
We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking
Experts chosen for March 2024 ranking
We ranked Panasonic HC-V770 #3 in March 2024 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best camcorders” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Panasonic HC-V770 as #1.
TinyGrab
Affordable.
HDR movie function.
20x optical zoom.
4 drive lens system.
Wi-Fi enabled.
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Users report complicated set-up.
Poor battery life.
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Looxcie
Under $600
Good sound quality for in-built mic!
Slow-motion performance
Compact and portable
Great in low light
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Customer service quality
No loop for a neck strap
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Wondershare Filmora
Best Camcorder Under 500
20x optical zoom brings the action closer
4-drive lens system produces high image quality
HDR Movie Function reduces bright spots for a professional look
Wi-Fi functions enable real-time broadcasting and monitoring
Motion sensor and Face Recognition function automatically capture faces at parties
Highest quality 4k video
Best camcorder under 500
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Slo-mo mode exhausts a good amount of memory so if planning to capture slo-mo, get a big SD card
No built-in memory
Does not work well under moderate or low lighting
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We ranked Sony FDR-AX700 #4 in March 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best camcorders” rankings.
TopTenReviews
Best portable high-quality 4K HDR camcorder
Super simple to use
4K and HDR quality
WiFi onboard
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Pricey for hobbyists
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Digital Camera World
Best 4K camcorder for vlogging
Easy to use
4K video quality
Built-in Wi-Fi
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Big for a palm-sized camcorder
Probably not for casual hobbyists
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TinyGrab
Best 4K Camcorder
Compact.
12x optical zoom.
High-quality autofocus.
Dual media slots.
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Shaky zoom.
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We ranked Panasonic HC-V180K #5 in March 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best camcorders” rankings.
Digital Camera World
Best camcorder for travel
Budget price
Huge 50x zoom
5-axis image stabilization
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Small sensor size
No external microphone or headphone sockets
Lacks wi-fi
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Looxcie
Zoom Beast
Super-sharp Full HD 1080p
Insane 90x Zoom
Compact design
Low Price
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No microphone input
Menu layout needs work
Not great in dark
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We ranked Canon VIXIA HF G70 #6 in March 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best camcorders” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Canon VIXIA HF G70 as #1.
Digital Camera World
Best 4K camcorder for beginners
Smooth 20x optical zoom
Simple run-and-gun usability
Dynamic image stabilization is good
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No waterproofing
Limited to the integrated lens
Low-light capabilities not class-leading
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We ranked Panasonic HC-X2000 #7 in March 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best camcorders” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Panasonic HC-X2000 as #1.
TopTenReviews
Best camcorder overall
Prosumer style
Stunning image quality
Detachable handle with built-in light
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Expensive
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Digital Camera World
Best camcorder for sports and action
Prosumer form factor
Superb image quality
Incredibly versatile
Detachable handle with built-in light
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Can be unwieldy for the unwary
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We ranked Sony FDR-AX43 #8 in March 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best camcorders” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Sony FDR-AX43 as #1.
Digital Camera World
Best budget 4K camcorder
4K recording
Light and compact
WiFi
Mic & headphone sockets
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No HDR
Low-light performance can be noisy
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Wondershare Filmora
Best Night Vision Camcorder
20x optical zoom and Clear Image Zoom of 30x for 4K1 / 40x for HD2
Fast Intelligent AF tracks focus to captures decisive moments
Built-in gimbal - Balanced Optical SteadyShot image stabilizer
4K1 movie recording and high-quality sound with a unique microphone
Versatile shooting w/ XAVC S, AVCHD and MP4 codecs.
Lightweight that makes it easy to carry
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You need to search for the night shot function button as it is not where it is usually located
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We ranked Sony FDRAX33 #9 in March 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best camcorders” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Sony FDRAX33 as #1.
TinyGrab
Best Compact Camcorder
Lightweight.
Compact.
Manual controls.
Zeiss Lens.
Wi-Fi enabled.
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Pricey.
LCD touchscreen could be improved.
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Wondershare Filmora
Overall Best Camcorder
Portable
Remarkable image stabilization system for removing jerks
Long battery life
High-end audio and video quality
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Poor touchscreen
Ports don’t show a live screening of 4k footages while shooting
Laying fingers on the MIC by mistake can spoil the sound so need to be careful
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We ranked Canon Vixia HF G60 #11 in March 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best camcorders” rankings.
TopTenReviews
Best camcorder with pro features for less
4K quality video
Dual memory cards
Full one-inch sensor
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Not that portable
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TinyGrab
Best Semi Professional Camcorder
9 blade iris.
1-inch sensor.
15x optical zoom.
5 axis image stabilization.
CMOS autofocus.
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Stabilization needs improving.
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