Camcorder record time

[cmtar]

I am looking at the flash drive camcorders, can someone tell me there record time? For example if i get a 4BG card for the camcorder. How much video will it record per quality SD vs HD.

[tcusta00]

I'm sure if you look at the specs for the product it will give you the record time per gig. For instance, this one's (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16830120239) specs:

Maximum recording time: 8 GB SDHC Card
LP (5 Mbps) 3 hours
SP (7 Mbps) 2 hours 20 min
XP+ (12 Mbps) 1 hour 25 min
FXP (17 Mbps) 1 hour -Allows 1920 x 1080 Full HD Recording

[Slip Jigs]

Yeah, it really depends on the camera and what compression codec is being used and how it's being used.

Also, make sure whatever video editor you're using supports the camera - for example, Premiere Elements doesn't support AVC HD, whch is quite common.

[cmtar]

so with having to buy the memery cards is it a better deal to get a hard drive camcorder? money wise

[tcusta00]

so with having to buy the memery cards is it a better deal to get a hard drive camcorder? money wise

If I were buying a camcorder today I'd be looking at flash memory models. Hard drives can fail (especially if they're being jostled around a lot) and MiniDV tapes are a hassle (which is what we currently own)