Is it just a video camera, or can you take still pictures with it too
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You can take video, stills & stills during video...my pics are always clear.
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It takes video and you can capture still photos while you are shooting video.
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yes you can do still pictures at anytime even when recording video. If you have Windows 8 it recognizes the GE DVX without downloading a bunch software. I did have trouble downloading video to youtube; still haven't figured that out yet. Good luck.
1476955
Yes you can as the other comments covered the subject well. I have never checked but I think you need the camera operating to take a still photo?
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Yes it can work as a normal video camera when set to that mode. It just doesn't have a viewfinder.
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The ZR800 is a camcorder only - it does not take still pictures. You can get a still picture from any place in the video with your video editing software. I ordered batteries from Amazon by typing in NB-2LH (battery listed for Canon ZR800).
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Hi, the camera can replay your recorded video in slow motion. It is best when used in a brightly lighted area (outside in daylight)
508120
Sorry it took me so long to answer.....it does video. This camera takes the best photos, especially close-ups.
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Yes, it can take still photos, it can also take a photograph on an interval timer, good for time-lapse (software would be needed to create a video from the photos). If you have the remote it can be used as a remote trigger for photos and video recording.
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As far as I know, it is only a still shot camera you would need a video camera as well. The only instance of still and video combo that I have seen is in video cameras, smart phones and tablets. I don't think they have put video in 35mm cameras yet but they're probably working on it,
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No still shots but you can easily take a photo within the video on your iPad or iPhone. It's a great camera for the cost!
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I've had mine about two years and love it. I just tried reading the date on a quarter and it was "yes". Yes it does take video. Never tried to see how much it will take, but would probably depend on the internal memory or the batteries. My 20 something grandson can do wonders with the camera. Great camera for the money. Only thing that annoys; the lens cap won't stay on.
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It does take video, but I find it drains the battery much quicker then pics
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Yes, it can capture stills both from video playback (in review mode) and in the moment (in photo mode).
750384
Yes, it shoots video, but the capability is limited, and it's not the latest technology. That being said, I've been very happy with this camera for several years.
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I have captured still photos while recording by pressing the shutter button. the picture is captured and the recording continues. I was also confused with this, but when I reviewed the video I eventual saw the pictures taken after the video play back. Yes, I agree this camera is awesome. if you have a smartphone or tablet the sony app turn them into remote controls for the camera through Wi-Fi. I am sorry, if too much info, please disregard.
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I haven't really used this camera much for video. It takes excellent pictures though.
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Yes. You can even take still photos while you are videotaping. There's a photo button on top of the camera by the zoom.
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Yes, it does take stills. It works as a camcorder as well as a camera. I bought one for my boyfriend for Christmas and we love it.