The camcorder is indispensable for those who want to record all the important moments of life in high quality. And it is unlikely that someone will want to skip the first steps of their child, because the battery of the camcorder is out of order, or to detect a microphone malfunction, recording his speech at the wedding of his best friend or girlfriend. This is why it is important to choose a brand of camcorder that you can trust.
Having studied the opinions of Consumer Reports experts, the ranking of camcorder manufacturers from Ranker and other sources, we compiled top 10 best camcorder brands of 2019.
10. Sharp
The rating of the best manufacturers of video cameras in the world is opened by a Japanese corporation, which appeared in 1912. True, then she was a modest company for the repair of metal products.
Many people know Sharp as a company that produces quality TVs. However, among its products there are many models of video cameras that can shoot in high resolution up to 4K.
And at CES 2019, a prototype of the Micro Four Thirds camera system was introduced, which can shoot 8K video. So far, the shooting frequency is 30 fps, but the company’s specialists are already working on increasing the frequency to 60 fps.
9. Samsung
A South Korean multinational corporation headquartered in Seoul. It was founded in 1938 as a trading company, but over the years it began to specialize in other industries, and by the end of the 1960s it entered the electronics industry.
Since the 1990s, Samsung has become a very famous name in the electronics industry, supplying mobile phones and semiconductors to the markets of different countries. Samsung Galaxy series of smartphones has become one of the most popular in the world, as well as video surveillance systems provided by this company.
8. Nikon Corporation
Of course, the list of the most famous manufacturers of video cameras could not do without mentioning the famous company, which is a pioneer in the production of photo and video equipment. It was founded in 1917 and at first specialized in creating high-quality optics, and then electronic devices for image processing.
Buying Nikon camcorders you can count on excellent build quality, a highly sensitive sensor, convenient ergonomics and a large assortment of compatible optics.
7. Hikvision
One of the world's largest electronics manufacturers and suppliers. This Chinese company, founded in 2001, has grown significantly in terms of the customer base and the various products that it produces.
Hikvision employs more than 8,000 people, not to mention the fact that the total number of employees involved in research and development exceeds 2,000. Some of the products offered by HikVision include switches, camcorders, video recorders, and high-resolution IP cameras.
Hikvision products are delivered to different countries of the world, including the USA, India and Russia.
6. JVC
The Japanese are the undisputed leaders when it comes to producing good camcorders. And JVC is no exception. Users love its products for their “indestructibility” and the ability to use in almost any conditions, long-term operation, usability.
The main efforts of JVC focused on the production of professional video cameras, but in 2018 the JVC Everio GZ-RY980 model appeared, which can be attributed to the top solutions of the amateur class. She has four-step protection and most importantly - the ability to shoot in 4K. And the cost of the camera is from 52,000 rubles.
5. Dahua
A Chinese company with a funny name for the hearing of a Russian person supplies services and products for video surveillance, ranking second in the world in size. Although this manufacturer is not as old as some of the "dinosaurs" of the video market, such as Sony, its products are second to none. And, importantly, it is cheaper than the Japanese and American counterparts.
4. Panasonic Corporation
One of the largest public companies in the world for 2018 ranked 14th on the Forbes list of the most respected companies in the world. In the production of video cameras, Panasonic is trying to go “ahead of the rest”, and in 2018 introduced the world's first full-frame mirrorless video cameras with video function in 4K 60p / 50p. These are the LUMIX S1R and S1 models.
Earlier, in 2008, Panasonic became a pioneer who opened up a new photoculture to the world through the advent of a digital system mirrorless camera.
3. GoPro
Compared to the first two participants in the ranking of the best camcorder manufacturers in the world, GoPro, an American company, is a “skimmer”, it was founded only in 2002. However, she, as they say, “from young to early”, as she quickly managed to break out into the market leaders due to the affordable price and high quality of her products.
At the moment, GoPro produces the best action cameras in the world, as well as accessories for them. Both professionals and amateurs can choose the right model for themselves, whether it is a waterproof waterproof camera that shoots in 4K or a budget option for bike rides and trips.
2. Canon
The history of this company began in 1933, with the advent of the laboratory of precision optical instruments. The founders' goal was to create the first 35-mm camera in Japan, which would not be inferior in quality to German counterparts.
Now Canon is one of the world leaders in the market for cameras, camcorders, printers and optical products.
Regardless of whether Canon manufactures professional or budget camcorders, customers can always count on quality assembly, long life and reliability.
1. Sony Corporation
Sony is a Japanese multinational corporation based in Tokyo. It was founded in 1946 with a capital of $ 530 and only eight employees. Since then, the company has grown to tens of thousands of employees from around the world.
Currently, it is one of the most successful electronics suppliers in the global market. Sony is engaged not only in electronics, but also in gaming, entertainment and financial services.
Sony camcorders are renowned for their reliability, and advanced technology, a large number of settings and excellent shooting quality. Most of them are expensive, but in this case it’s not a pity to pay for quality. One of the best Sony camcorders in 2019 is the AX700, which Digital Trends called the 4K video camera of the year.
