May 2024
Camcorders: MetaRanking
This page highlights the aggregate summary of camcorders rankings posted by key online experts, as of May 2024.
Summary
On 9 May 2024, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 90 camcorder endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.
68 camcorders were endorsed in total, only 10 made it into this month's ranking. (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included)
As of 9 May 2024, Sony HDR-CX405 takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed camcorder with 8 expert endorsements. 1 expert out of 8 recommended it as the '#1 camcorder' this month.
Brand breakdown
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Sony: 17 camcorders
(#1 is Sony HDR-CX405)
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Canon: 17 camcorders
(#1 is Canon Vixia HF R800)
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Panasonic: 7 camcorders
(#1 is Panasonic HC-V770)
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DJI: 4 camcorders
(#1 is DJI Pocket 2)
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GoPro: 3 camcorders
(#1 is GoPro Hero 9 Black)
Price breakdown
At a glance - May Ranking
| Rank | Change | Price | Camcorder |
Wondershare Filmora
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EP Films
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Family Vacation Critic
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TopTenReviews
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Scary Mommy
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Popular Photography
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Digital Camera World
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Looxcie
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TechRadar
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Creative Bloq
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1
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- | $228 |
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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3
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2
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2
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5
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2
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2
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2
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- | Check price |
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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- | Check price |
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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7
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5
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4
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New * | $1098 |
Sony FDRAX53
The Sony FDRAX53/B is a 4K camcorder with exceptional video quality, advanced features, and versatile connectivity options, making it suitable for a wide range of users and purposes.
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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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6
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- | $1099 |
Canon VIXIA HF G70
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1
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5
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7
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- | $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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-7 | Check price |
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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4
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4
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12
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+3 | Check price |
YeeHao 2053STR
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7
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6
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13
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New * | $400 |
Zoom Q8
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7
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6
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We ranked Sony HDR-CX405 #1 in May 2024 because:
- 8 independent experts mentioned it in their “best camcorders” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Sony HDR-CX405 as #1.
Wondershare Filmora
Best Budget Camcorder
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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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TopTenReviews
Best budget camcorder
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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
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Irresistible price
Seriously compact
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Expect some noise from the small sensor
SDXC card required for 1080p
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Looxcie
Under $200
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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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Creative Bloq
The best cheap/budget camcorder
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Dual video and still capture
Dual memory cards
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Small image sensor
No wireless connectivity
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We ranked Canon Vixia HF R800 #2 in May 2024 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best camcorders” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked Canon Vixia HF R800 as #1.
Wondershare Filmora
Best Camcorder for YouTube
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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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Looxcie
Winner
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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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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 May 2024 ranking
Wondershare Filmora
EP Films
Family Vacation Critic
TopTenReviews
Scary Mommy
Popular Photography
Digital Camera World
Looxcie
TechRadar
Creative Bloq
We ranked Panasonic HC-V770 #3 in May 2024 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best camcorders” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Panasonic HC-V770 as #1.
Wondershare Filmora
Best Camcorder Under 500
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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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Looxcie
Under $600
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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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We ranked Sony FDRAX53 #4 in May 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best camcorders” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Sony FDRAX53 as #1.
Digital Camera World
Best budget 4K camcorder
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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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Looxcie
Under $800
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Records in 4K and 1080p
Amazing Image Stabilization
Fast Auto Focus
Great In-Built Microphone
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Interface is obtrusive
The display is vulnerable to glare
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Creative Bloq
The best camcorder for live streaming
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Image stabilisation
Live streaming
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Limited manual controls
Projector prone to overheating
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We ranked Panasonic HC-V180K #5 in May 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best camcorders” rankings.
Digital Camera World
Best camcorder for travel
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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
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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 May 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
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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 May 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
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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
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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-AX700 #8 in May 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best camcorders” rankings.
TopTenReviews
Best portable high-quality 4K HDR camcorder
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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
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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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We ranked YeeHao 2053STR #9 in May 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best camcorders” rankings.
We ranked Zoom Q8 #10 in May 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best camcorders” rankings.
TopTenReviews
The best camcorder for audio quality
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Doubles up as a webcam
Great microphone quality
Good value
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Not 4K
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Creative Bloq
The best camcorder for high-end audio
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Incredible in-built microphone array
Use as camcorder or webcam
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No 4K
No wireless connectivity
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