Next Generation Camcorder Canon Dc50 By Holly Simo on - Updated Oct 15, 2011
I have been enjoying being able to record family events and functions for at least three years now. My first camcorder was the typical small tape model. The transfer from tape to DVD took forever and I never did figure out how to just erase the tapes. The functionality of the tape model made me go searching for something better. I did my research several places online and found the CANON DC50.
What attracted me to this specific model was the fact that it is a dvd camcorder. With this model you record straight to DVD. No muss, no fuss. These little DVD's fit into your computer and your regular DVD player. It has an onboard light that is easy to turn off and on with just a push of the small joysitck, it fits easily in your hand and is light weight enough to not require a tripod for every occasion. The record button is easy to find and use. You can switch back and forth from video recording to photo snapping. It has a standard battery and you can get an extended battery for it for longer recording if you like.
Another great option on this CANON DC50 is the color view screen. When you use it the quality is fantastic and you can turn it completely around and push it back into the unit so you can watch what you are recording without having it sticking out. For those that have a hard time looking through a small view finder this feature is wonderful. No squinting required!
The settings and functions are easy to use and easy to get to. The menus are understandable and user friendly. There are a variety of lighting options including daylight, shade and cloudy; color options including sepia, black and white and art; manual focus, optical and digital zoom, exposure control and digital effects for the person that likes to put some style or originality into what they are recording. It is easy to hook up to a player, printer or computer. The battery, SD card (which is sold seperately rightly so as to let the user define how much space will be needed for the type of shooting they would be doing) and DVD are all easy to find and remove or replace. Tons of great options and yes you could find a use for all of them!
All the lenses and filters I had for my old camcorder fit the new one as well which was a huge money saver. That is a great benefit of Canon. The ONLY thing I questioned about the CANON DC50 was the automatic lens cap. I questioned the durability and longevity and was assured by the salesman that it was not an item that was regularly fixed on this model of camcorder and years later, he is still right. We have had NO problems at all with this model of comcorder. It works wonderfully and for the convenience of it the price was worth it. The Canon DV50 comes with a battery, charger, video and USB cable, remote (with battery) and software.
So go get it! Start capturing those things you wish you hadn't missed and share them with family and friends and keep them to watch them any time you want to reminisce! Go capture it!
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Canon DC50 5.0MP Purchased at: Best Buy Price: $800.00
There are soooooo many features in this camcorder I like, that I don't know where to begin. The colored screen, the small joystick, its weight and the ability to quickly switch from video to photo, all these things fully justify the price. This is on my list of most wanted items in 2008!
thanks you guys. I'm glad you all liked it. Your welcome and if you buy it, I really hope you enjoy it as much as I do!
wow that camera looks very very nice..a little out of my price range though
I was considering buying this camera a few years ago when they first came out. I thought it would be easier to just record straight to dvd instead of a mini tape. I decided against this model because it was pricey and the dvd discs were very expensive. I am happy with my little camcorder but I'm sure at this point in time prices have come down and it's a better bargain. Thanks for all the great information and enjoy your memories !
Sounds like a great camcorder. I am putting this on my wish list. thanks a bunch for the information. It will help to know what we will be looking for. I want something with some good quality to it.
This sounds a lot better than my camcorder. You gave a lot of great detail on your experience with this model!
Sounds like a great camcorder. Mine is anything BUT user friendly. In fact, I am at a loss for how to use it without hubby around :0( Well, maybe I should read the directions, but that's too much like work:0)
Great information! I have a Canon digital camera and am very happy. I'll probably keep this product in mind when I'm shopping for a new camcorder.
Sounds like a great video camera. Glad your enjoying it.
I have always wanted a camcorder but I just couldn't justify it's purpose because I don't think I would use it all that much. I don't have a family yet so I think maybe when I start a family it would be good. This sounds like a great camcorder. I love that you can film movies, but also take photos as well. That is very unique. I also like that you are recording straight on to DVD. How simple is it to film a trip and then pop the CD into your DVD player when you get home and watch it again. That's great!