The shake in your hand, or the slight rise and fall of your breathing can greatly impact how your camcorder records footage of those special events. With many camcorders offering image stabilization, it can be important to test for stability before making a purchase. Before you buy, first test a camcorder for image stabilization.
Instructions
1. Research the variety of camcorders on the market. Are you after an expensive digital camcorder, or will something low-duty work for you? Different camcorders have different levels of image stabilization.
2. Consider the types of stabilization. Most consumer camcorders offer Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS). The more expensive camcorders, such as High-Definition recorders, use Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), which produces a better quality.
3. Visit an electronic department or camera store, and ask to test some camcorders. Begin filming and zoom in and out. Test both with and without a tripod. Are you happy with playback? Or is it extremely jumpy?
4. Review and compare the results. Determine which one will fit in your price range.
5. Speak to the sales associate about camcorder stabilization, and which camcorder they may recommend. Is there a camcorder that performs better? Is stabilization worth the extra money to you?
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