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Advice on choosing a camcorder

Started Aug 18, 2021 | Questions thread
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Advice on choosing a camcorder

Hi everyone!

I'm looking for a new camcorder which isn't more expensive than 400 euros (around 468 dollars), such as Panasonic HC-V777, Sony HDR CX-450, Canon Vixia HF W11, etc.

I'm a classical pianist and I only need the camcorder for shooting indoor videos of me playing the piano. But most of the camcorder video-tests on YouTube are filmed outdoor, with great sunlight, so they are not of much use in this case. I will of course set the best light I can for making the videos.

I don't need to move the camcorder while filming, I'll just leave it on a tripod pointing sideways at me and the piano keyboard, like this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rMlqjdTVmhQ

Some of my videos are going to be quite long (up to 50 minutes in just one take). That's why I decided to go for a camcorder instead of a camera.

Sound quality is not an issue, I could as well turn the mics off, since I use my recording equipment. So it's just about the video.

I did some research, but as a complete beginner I get confused and don't know how to make a good choice.

Now the question: can someone point out some important pros and cons I should consider, or even recommend a particular camcorder or brand?

Thanks!!!

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