The digital camcorder market is very vibrant today. The economic slowdown of the recent past did not have much of an impact on this segment as expected. Market leaders such as Canon and Sony have introduced many new models of digital camcorders, in view of the positive trends in the global markets. Cutting-edge technology adopted by camcorder manufacturers could offer masterpieces that could meet the expectations of the consuming world.

Flash memory, Hard Disk Drive (HDD), Mini DV and DVD are the most sought after categories of digital camcorders by consumers. The products offer very high video and audio quality, having been equipped with optical and image stabilization. Digital camcorders have various modes of video storage, and each type differs from the others in the way it stores video. The most popular models are Flash Memory and Dual Flash camcorders. They will have built-in flash memory cards or solid-state flash memory. In the absence of tapes or hard drives, these camcorders are compact in size. They also offer longer battery life than other types of camcorders. Most models are in high-definition formats and can store video on 16GB and 32GB SDHC memory cards. Dual flash memory camcorders differ from the flash memory category only in the way that they store video. Dual Flash memory camcorder will have built-in memory other than memory cards.

Mini DV is a popular type of camcorder in which video is recorded on tape. It is small in size and has the capacity to record from 60 to 90 minutes. It is suitable for those who want to edit their video a lot, since the contents will be less compressed. The advantage is that even after transferring the video to the computer, the user can keep the tape in reserve and make use of it in case the data stored on the computer is lost. But there are only a few models available in the markets, because many manufacturers have switched to flash memory categories that are in high demand. This may be due to consumer reluctance to go for Mini DV due to the high cost of tapes.

Hard disk drive is another variety that comes with a built-in hard drive similar to computers. It is capable of recording many hours of video. It is better to have an external hard drive to safely store the contents. The external hard drive will come in handy in case the uploaded video is lost on the computer. In this case, there are also only a few models available in the markets as manufacturers have cut production due to decreased demand.

Camcorders in the DVD category are not very popular since it is not possible to edit the video directly. Users have to upload the video to computer before editing. The DVD type is not preferred by those who want to edit videos on a large scale. There are many other versions of digital camcorders with special features. But each of them has advantages and disadvantages. Consumers should be careful when choosing a product. It is better to consult professionals or visit relevant websites to gather information about the products. The technology is in an optimistic mode and the form and content of the digital camcorder is undergoing changes frequently. Consumers are advised to understand the features thoroughly before choosing a modern digital camcorder.