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bgerber
February 5, 2007 11:54:15 AM
enewmen
February 5, 2007 2:25:11 PM
DKDiveDude
February 5, 2007 5:53:22 PM
tactile
February 5, 2007 11:27:15 PM
enewmen
February 6, 2007 6:02:07 AM
Zclyh3
February 6, 2007 7:29:25 AM
Yes please explain the difference between the CMOS and CCD. I'm seriously getting ready to purchase the Sony HDR-HC7. Also, shouldn't I be looking for a camcorder that does true 1920 x 1080i instead of some camcorders that compress to 1440 x 1080i and converts it back to 1920 x 1080i when played back? Will this make a difference?
ciannicello
February 8, 2007 4:53:07 PM
I apologize for no recommendations, but I felt there were too many brand new models that have not been tested or even seen yet, so I felt it more prudent just to provide information at this point. Most likely, one of the 2007 releases will be both a 'recommended' item and a 'best buy', considering that HD camcorders are in their infancy, and that prices are dropping so rapidly.
As for CMOS vs. CCD, here is some info...
CCD – CCDs have traditionally been more sensitive to light, which usually produces a better dynamic range along with better overall uniformity. They consume more power then CMOS and are usually more expensive to produce.
CMOS - Traditionally, CMOS sensors were more susceptible to noise, causing poor low-light performance, but camcorder makers have made a great deal of improvements to their CMOS sensors. CMOS also has a faster data transfer rate capability and consumes less power for better battery life.
Although all theses differences are historically true, CMOS sensors are improving with each generation of camcorder, pushing CCD and CMOS sensors closer and closer in their characteristics and performances. Therefore, it is recommended each model is evaluated on its own image quality merits.
As for CMOS vs. CCD, here is some info...
CCD – CCDs have traditionally been more sensitive to light, which usually produces a better dynamic range along with better overall uniformity. They consume more power then CMOS and are usually more expensive to produce.
CMOS - Traditionally, CMOS sensors were more susceptible to noise, causing poor low-light performance, but camcorder makers have made a great deal of improvements to their CMOS sensors. CMOS also has a faster data transfer rate capability and consumes less power for better battery life.
Although all theses differences are historically true, CMOS sensors are improving with each generation of camcorder, pushing CCD and CMOS sensors closer and closer in their characteristics and performances. Therefore, it is recommended each model is evaluated on its own image quality merits.
enewmen
February 8, 2007 11:56:07 PM
Quote:
I apologize for no recommendations, but I felt there were too many brand new models that have not been tested or even seen yet, so I felt it more prudent just to provide information at this point. Most likely, one of the 2007 releases will be both a 'recommended' item and a 'best buy', considering that HD camcorders are in their infancy, and that prices are dropping so rapidly.As for CMOS vs. CCD, here is some info...
CCD – CCDs have traditionally been more sensitive to light, which usually produces a better dynamic range along with better overall uniformity. They consume more power then CMOS and are usually more expensive to produce.
CMOS - Traditionally, CMOS sensors were more susceptible to noise, causing poor low-light performance, but camcorder makers have made a great deal of improvements to their CMOS sensors. CMOS also has a faster data transfer rate capability and consumes less power for better battery life.
Although all theses differences are historically true, CMOS sensors are improving with each generation of camcorder, pushing CCD and CMOS sensors closer and closer in their characteristics and performances. Therefore, it is recommended each model is evaluated on its own image quality merits.
Thanks for the info. It seems then CCD still has better quality.
tactile
February 9, 2007 12:41:22 PM
speaking as of hdtv, i think cmos has the edge, both sony and canon have improved their cmos technology:
http://www.camcorderinfo.com/content/The-ClearVID-CMOS-...
http://www.camcorderinfo.com/content/The-ClearVID-CMOS-...
ciannicello
February 9, 2007 12:54:59 PM
enewmen
February 10, 2007 4:05:00 AM
Quote:
speaking as of hdtv, i think cmos has the edge, both sony and canon have improved their cmos technology:http://www.camcorderinfo.com/content/The-ClearVID-CMOS-...
Great aricle, thanks for sharing!
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