And if these great devices use the h.264 format then MPEG-LA effectively owns all of the video you shoot.
No thanks!
Following last week’s closer look at the most promising digital cameras available this fall, here’s a take on the top five intriguing digital camcorders hitting shelves over the next few months.
PANASONIC HM-TA1
Starting off the list is the most competitively-priced gadget of the bunch: the Panasonic HM-TA1.
Weighing only four ounces, this pocket camcorder shoots full HD 1080p resolution video at 30 fps as well as 8-megapixel stills.
It’s a simple device ready for beginners and even more experienced videographers just looking for a simple and cheap recording device. This pocket cam has one-touch recording and even a built-in USB connector for transfers on-the-go.
Yet one of the most interesting features on the HM-TA1 is that it can double as a webcam as this plug-and-play device is compatible with Skype along with other IP-based video chat applications.
Now available in the three color options seen above, the HM-TA1 will only cost $169.95.
