Camcorder purchase - 8GB or 32GB flash memory? Canon VIXIA HF M30 Full HD Camcorder w/8GB Flash Memory What is the advantage of paying more for the 32GB flash memory Camcorder compared to the 8GB?
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The Canon HF M31 has 24 GB more internal flash memory than the M30, and as of today costs $100 more. Brand name Kingston 32 GB Class 4 SDHC Flash Memory Card SD4/32GB runs at about $70 these days, so this is about half the price per GB. As a beginner, I chose the 32GB internal memory because I had more confidence in the internal memory selected by Canon than in any of the SDHC manufacturers. Plus I initially avoided the headache of chosing an HDSC card. After more time spent with the camcorder, I have discovered that to upload the files in my computer swapping the SDHC card is way more convenient and faster than hooking up the camera to upload from internal memory. These days for HD movies I use the SDHC first, and keep the internal memory for overflow and for still pictures. But if I go on a long trip where I can't upload the files to a computer for several days, I'll use the internal memory first. So far I have never needed the whole 64GB internal space. In conclusion, if you are budget constrained, the HF M30 8GB internal memory with a 32GB external HDSC cards will get you everything you need for less money.
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Chris,It depends on how efficient is your HD camcorder in data compression. My Canon S5, when shooting at only 640x480, 30fps, eats up 1GB of storage for every 8 minutes of video. That means I must use a 16GB SDHC card in order to record up to 120 minutes. In your case you are shooting in higher resolution. So even if the compression is better, I suspect you will still need to use a 16GB card.
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HG21 has a better sensor(1/3.2") than the HF20/200 (1/4"). Also, it still has the flash card option to record video, in addition to the hard drive. Not to mention, the HG21 also includes a viewfinder, which is missing in the HF20/200. I would definitely pick the HG21.
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Hello, thanks for your question. According to the information on the Product Page, a 2GB SD or SD-HC Memory Card is recommended. This information can be found to the right of the product picture. I hope this helps!
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I also ordered the camcorder thinking it came with the 40GB drive as advertised. DBROTH called to let me know if does not include it so I cancelled. I saw the same camera on Bestbuy.com and it sells with the DVD Burner instead of the 40GB HD and bought it. I will just buy the 40GB HD later if I even need it. I think it would be more fun to burn the footage on a DVD player and have it immediately available for playback anywhere. Also, if you price them separately (the HD and CD Burner), the HD is cheaper. Hope this helps.
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Are you sure they said the max size was 8 GB? Some people talk about using a 16 GB card on here. Maybe they meant 8 GB was the largest SDHC card available when the camcorder came out?
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Yes this HF R52HD camcorder does come with 32GB internal memory and also a SD card slot for more memory. It also takes great looking video and still photos.
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I use 64gb SanDisk Extreme... I love it... this is the second camera Im using it with. I mostly HD and video.
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You'll want to get at least a 16 or 32 GB Fast transfer speed MicroSDHC Memory Card. The fast transfer is important so you don't waste time downloading pictures and videos to your computer, so stay away from Class 4 cards unless you enjoy twiddling your thumbs. Class 10 is the way to go. If you plan on many videos the 32 GB card is best. Memory cards are inexpensive these days; a reputable card by SanDisk (SDSDQU-032G-AFFP-A) is only $24.12 at amazon. I used to spend that much on developing just one roll of film in the old cameras.
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I don't know if any SD card is so much better than another, but any name brand SD HC card works. I happen to like SanDisk myself. I use an 8gb currently but I know up to 64gb are available. To give you an idea of time, at 1080P (HD) video setting, I use approx 100mb per minute of filming, so 1gb is ~ten minutes: 8gb card should get about 70+ minutes (as an 8 gb card formatted is around 7.3gb usable)
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I bought the 32gb over the 64gb for only one reason a $100.00 savings. I carry 3days worth of music and around 8 hours of video. not to mention all the apps. for me the 32gb was the right decision. Brian
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I am considering CX150 or CX110. Is there any difference between those two except 16GB internal memory in CX150? I have been researching camcorder for more than week and can't decide. Now boils down to one of these two - no reasons...just due to Sony brand. I know there better rated panasonic and canon out there in the similar price range...any comments???
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I looked in my camera but someone switched sd cards. I believe I had the fast sdhc cards 64 GB. Just to let you know, this camera is amazing... I have the battery charging right to use tomorrow. I bought this camera for a surfing trip in Nicaragua. I was in the water taking picture and set it at its highest resolution and It is GREAT. I have a Lumix camera and this beats it. Plus I can take this one in the water. Hope it helps
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I bought a Kingston 32 GB card (http://amzn.to/1PmTjCD) and it works great. At 1080p (highest quality on the cam) in my tests, I found each minute of video eats up roughly 100 MB of storage. So a 32 GB card should hold about 5 hours of footage before it starts to reclaim space.
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I think you meant to post this on the Canon Vixia HF200 camcorder. The Vixia HF20 is still showing $624.99
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I bought from amazon..SanDisk 8 GB Class 4 SD Flash Memory Card SDSDB-008G-AFFP by SanDisk around $ 7.50 holds a HUGE amount of photography. you can also buy them at walmarttarget, radio shack,, all over the place, maybe even walgreens. don't pay a lot of money. I got 8 gb because I was giving it as a gift, and I didn't know if she would want to do a lot of videos.. 4 gb is good too
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I was in the same boat with you guys, but after reading everything I could find on camcorders for several hours I finally purchased the Canon M30. The deciding factor aside from great features and a good price ($399.00) was the size and weight of the camera. Product Dimensions: 2.4 x 2.7 x 4.9 inches ;13.4 ounces (11.3 w/o battery pack and SD card). I travel often and don't like to lug around heavy gear. This tiny camera will fit in my shirt or pants pockets so there will be less of a chance of losing or misplacing it when I need two hands and a shoulder strap is not an option. I can get 32 gig memory cards pretty cheaply which for me translates to unlimited storage and filming. For me it's a win win situation.