How to enjoy your JVC GZ-HD40?

The JVC GZ-HD40 is a more than a simple update in the Everio line of hard disk drive (HDD) camcorders. You wouldn't know it from a casual glance, but a lot of changes have occurred under the hood. For the first time, JVC has switched from CCD chips to a single CMOS. Let us assure, this is huge and beneficial change for performance, and low light performance in particular. That's not the only first. The GZ-HD40, along with the near identical GZ-HD30 ($999 MSRP with a smaller hard drive), record in both MPEG-2 TS and AVCHD compressions. While it certainly doesn't simplify operation for the average consumer, it opens up a whole new world of compatibility with editing systems. It also assures the widely-recognized assumption that AVCHD is the new standard for consumer formats, with JVC joining Sony, Panasonic, and Canon.
Is the Everio GZ-HD40 worth the money?
The menu design is not really in order, which doesn’t make it easy for beginners. Some of the controls are pretty small. Some people have commented on the hand strap, saying it isn’t comfortable. But, the camcorder is small enough to just carry around easily.
It does have the awesome 120GB hard drive. It has great color in good light.
The camera isn't bad overall but you might be able to find a cheaper camcorder that is just as good if not better.
The JVC GZ-HD30 and GZ-HD40 record in both the AVCHD and MPEG-2 TS compressions.
AVCHD Converter for Mac is fully support the Full HD, 1080i, SD HD and good at convert all AVCHD files to most popular formats, such as MOV, MP4, AVI, 3GP, FLV, MPEG-4, MP3, etc. Then you can Convert AVCHD video on mac , import avchd video to FCP.

Review of new Panasonic Intermediate HD Camcorders HC-V700

The Panasonic V700M Full HD Camcorder is capable of shooting 1920 x 1080/60p high-definition video using the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format. It's also capable of shooting digital still JPEG images in a range of resolutions and megapixels. Plus, with the addition of the optional 3D Conversion Lens (sold separately), you can even record in 3D format. You can store your footage directly onto the camcorder's 16GB built-in Flash memory or you can use its available SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card slot, which can support up to 64GB memory cards. The V700M features a convenient 3.0" LCD touch screen display with intuitive touch control features for recording and playback. It also features a mini HDMI output for playing back footage in Full HD on your compatible HDTV.
Still Picture Recording
Still Picture Recording mode lets you shoot with a maximum resolution of 6.1 megapixels. You can also simultaneously record video and still images at 5.8 megapixels
AVCHD Progressive Compliant 1080/60p Recording
Full-HD 1920 x 1080/60p (progressive) recording conveys about twice the information of 1080i (interlace) recording. Fast-moving subjects, such as in sports scenes, are smoothly recorded. The progressive recording of the V700M fully complies with the AVCHD Progressive standard
Relay Recording
The Relay Recording mode automatically switches from the built-in flash memory (once it's full) to the SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Card and continues recording. You don't have to worry about missing an important shot while switching media
Specifications:
System:NTSC
Recording Media:Internal Flash Memory 16GB Video/Image
SD/SDHC/SDXC Up To 64GB Video/Image
Recording Time:nternal Flash Memory
16GB 1080/60p: 80 minutes
16GB HA Mode: 120 minutes
16GB HG Mode: 160 minutes
16GB HE Mode: 400 minutes
16GB iFrame Mode: 80 minutes
Video Format:High Definition
MPEG AVC/H.264
1920 x 1080p, 1920 x 1080i (60/60 fps)
High Definition
iFrame
960 x 540p (30 fps) 3
Audio Format 2-Channel Stereo 4
Helpful article:
HD Video converter for Mac can help you import HD Video to FCPand import HD to iMovie for editing.

Convert MOD videos on mac with MOD converter for mac

Trouble playing MOD video files from your Cannon camcorder on your Mac? Want to play MOD on Mac smoothly, or edit MOD files in iMovie or Final Cut Pro, or even put them on other devices like iPhone and iPad for playback on the go?

Maybe you have met this kind of problem:

"How to convert a .MOD using a Mac.
I've just bought myself the new Canon FS100 Camcorder which records straight onto SD cards but when the files are removed from the SD card you get a .MOV file.

There doesn’t seem to be anything on a standard Mac running OS X that can open or play a .MOV file."

Clips from JVC Everio, Canon FS100 as well as Panasonic D-Snap SD-card are in MOD format with a .mod file extension, and those MOD files are strangers for all the Apple sofetwares range from video player iTunes, QuickTime to video editing software iMovie, Final Cut Pro, Final Cut Express and DVD burn software iDVD on Mac. What's more MOD video can not be played on iPad, iPod, iPhone, iTouch. Actually, MOD video is not as that popular and welcomed in the Mac world as it is in the digital world.MOD files can do nothing but be played on MOD camcorders and special MOD software.

How to turn MOD files from digital camcorder well-accepted in the multimedia world?

The best solution is to convert MOD on Mac to popular format such as MOV, AVI, MPEG, MP4, FLV, DV, 3GP, etc. Doremisoft MOD Converter for Mac is often used by mac users to realize MOD conversion on Mac. With MOD Converter for Mac installed, Mac users can convert MOD to MOV/AVI for iTunes, QuickTime, iMovie, Final Cut Pro, Final Cut Express or iDVD; transfer MOD to MP4 for iPad, iPod, iPhone, iTouch; change MOV to FLV/SWF for Youtube, Myspace.

As a matter of fact, MOD Converter for Mac is also a mac MOD editor, which allow users editing MOD clips directly on Mac. To make full use of this program, users can take advantage of the editing function: slip, crop, merge, snapshot, rotate, apply effect, audio or video setting, resolution setting, etc.

Import MOD video to iMovie to edit mod files

"Videos in format .mod do not go to iMovie?
I have a mac... on the end of the document it says .MOD and i need to make an iMovie. it won't transport to my imovie. HELP!! i have a project due in 2 days!"
"How to easily convert .MOD files to be compatible with iMovie?
I got a 13" MacBook Pro a few months ago and i want to make a video of my family vacation on iMovie. all of the footage is .MOD files and that isn't compatible with iMovie. Con someone give me a solution. i would prefer not to have to download something for it but if its necessary please give me a link. Thanks :D"
In order to import all MOD files smoothly to iMovie'11, we'd better convert the MOD or TOD camera files to iMovie'11 MOV directly. So far it's the most direct way to upload the MOD or TOD files to YouTube easily and perfectly. And Doremisoft Mac MOD to iMovie'11 Converter is recommended for you here.
It will can you convert the any MOD or TOD files like JVC Everio/Canon FS/Panasonic models to iMovie MOV easily and quickly. Following is the guide on it:
Step 1: Add MOD files
Click the "Add File" button to add the MOD files you want to import to iMovie from your Mac hard disc.
Tip:TOD files are also supported like: GZ-HD5 (HDD, MicroSD), GZ-HD6 (HDD, MicroSD),GZ-HD30, GZ-HD40 (HDD, MicroSD)

Step 2: Select iMovie'11 output format
On the Profile field, you will see a small arrow at the very right, click on it to open the Profile drop-up list, move your mouse cursor to "iMovie Video" and click on the "iMovie MOV" profile.

Step 3: Start to convert MOD to iMovie'11 on Mac lion
Now, you can click on the big round Start button to start the conversion. You can see the time it will take to finish the conversion on the conversion window.
Related link: How to upload MOD files to YouTube on Mac OS

How to make your canon FS video compatible with mac?

Want to play MOD on Mac smoothly, or edit MOD files in iMovie or Final Cut Pro? Do you edit your Canon FS MOD file in iMovie, FCP and FCE? What would you do with these MOD footages recorded by your HD MOD camcorders like Canon camcorders? How about playing Canon FS movies offline in media player like QuickTime? If so, you need to make your Canon FS MOD files usable on your Mac first.
"How to import videos onto iMac from Canon FS100?
I have a digital camcorder (Canon FS100) and I recorded a video on it and some pictures but whenever I attach it to the computer, only the pictures can go on and when I try to import videos, it says I need a different cable, which I don't have. Is there another way to import these videos on the computer? Thanks."
From this you will learn MOD isn't compatible with Mac.
The Canon FS series camcorder shoot 720P/1080P high-definition video in MOD video format which isn’t mac friendly format, if you want to want to play this MOD footage on QuickTime, edit in iMovie’11, Final Cut Pro X and Final Cut Express, the most effective method is to convert FS to mac compatible video format.
Canon FS converter for mac is suitable to all Canon FS series including Canon FS100, Canon FS200, Canon FS300 camcorder etc, which can convert Canon FS100 to mac, convert FS200 to mac, convert FS300 to mac Mac MOV video format with fast conversion speed and good quality.
Convert Canon MOD on Mac with the help of a professional Canon FS MOD converter mac which allows you to convert Canon FS MOD to mac compatible video format MOV so that you can play Canon MOD files on QuickTime and editing in iMovie, FCP, FCE, FCP X. Below is a simple yet detailed tutorial you can follow step by step.
Step by step to convert Canon FS series MOD video to Mac compatible video format MOV
Step1: Import Canon FS MOD Files to Mac OS
Install and Launch Canon FS converter for mac, Click "Add Files" to upload MOD Files off Canon FS300/FS200/FS100 camcorder to MOD Converter for Mac, you can add more than one MOD video at one time.
Step2: Select Output Mac MOV video format
Click the “Profile” option to find a suitable output video format like MOVfor Mac iMovie, Quicktime, FCP, FCP X, FCE etc.
Step3: Convert Canon MOD Videos to Mac
Click "Start" to convert Canon FS to mac. After waiting for a few minutes, you can share converted MOD video on Mac QuickTime and Mac editing application.

How to upload canon vixia hf video to youtube on mac

Most Canon Vixia HF series camcorders always capture AVCHD videos with MPEG-4/H.264 video coding, e.g. Canon Vixia HF S11, S100, HF200, HF100, etc. The shot footage recorded on an SDHC in AVCHD format can be playable on Blu-ray Disc players and HDTV sets. Sometimes, you may have other needs like playback on Macbook, upload Canon HF series M2TS to YouTube for sharing with your friends or family, or polish the recorded movies in editing programs and more.
Canon Vixia HF series: HF S10, HF S100, HF20, HF200, HF S11, HF S21, HF S20, HF S200, HF M31, HF M300, HF R11, HF R10, HF R100...

iMovie should be a wonderful medium for playback camcorder, further editing job and exporting video, when you connect your camcorder video to Mac. However, there are still some video stabilization limitations like distorted video or jittery playback, when import some models of camcorders like Canon Vixia HF series camcorders. Maybe you can try your luck to check out whether your camcorder mode can be well compatible with iMovie 11.
Don't worry. Here is an easy-to-achieve program-Canon Vixia HF video converter takes all the hassle out of uploading Canon Vixia HF series video to YouTube.
Tip1: The video formats below are supported by YouTube:
Windows Media Video (.WMV), 3GP (Cell Phones), AVI (Windows), MOV (mac), MP4 (iPod/PSP), MPEG, FLV (Adobe Flash). The optimally acceptable video format: H.264, MPEG-2 or MPEG-4 and the preferred resolution of 640x360 (16:9) or 480x360 (4:3).
Meanwhile, it also has video size and length limitation: No larger than 2GB and no more than 15 minutes in length.
The Canon Vixia HF AVCHD Converter for Mac can easily convert M2TS video from Canon Vixia HF camcorder to YouTube supporting video formats like MPEG-4, FLV, MOV. In addition, it acts as a practical video editor assisting you in clipping, cropping, merging video for perfect output video effect. Moreover, it enables you to import Canon M2TS video to iMovie or FCP for further editing job.
Convert canon vixia hf to flv format- the supported format by YouTube

Tip2: If the imported video is too long, you can go to the "Clip" section to split it before doing the conversion.
Then, upload the generated video to YouTube:
1. Click the Upload link at the top of any YouTube page.
2. Click the Upload video button to browse for the video file you'd like to upload to YouTube, choose it and click open to load it.
3. As the video file is uploading, enter as much information about your video as possible in the relevant fields (including Title, Description, Tags, and Category).
4. Click the Save changes button to save the updates you've made to the video file.
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Review of Panasonic AG-HPX250 HD Handheld Camcorder

There's no other camera on the market like the new Panasonic AG-HPX250 — a rugged 4:2:2 camcorder recording 10-bits to P2 AVC-Intra for under $6,000. The critical importance of capturing at 10-bits cannot be overstated. Compared to the vast crop of anemic 8-bit recording formats like AVCHD, XDCAM, and HDV, 10-bit capture (à la HDCAM SR) enables four times more precise color sampling, while also eliminating the dreaded contour artifacts often seen in 8-bit systems.
The HPX250 has great features, for multiple shooting scenarios, including reality TV production, documentaries, news-gathering and more. For example, Flash Band Compensation (FBC) helps to eliminate color tears in the video (often seen with other MOS based cameras) when shooting in areas where external flashes are used. Its Dynamic Range Stretch (DRS) feature varies the gamma within the image to help in scooting situations that quickly vary from bright to dark. In addition, with the 2X Focus Assist function, you can zoom the center section of the screen to determine if the focus is correct.
The HPX250 offers international HD/SD formats and frame rates. In addition to AVC-Intra 100 recording, the HPX250 also records in AVC-Intra 50, industry-standard DVCPRO HD, as well as standard definition in DVCPRO50, DVCPRO and DV. The camera can record for over 5 hours in AVC-Intra 100 at 720/24pN, almost 3 hours in AVC-Intra 100 1080/24pN and 2 hours in other AVC-Intra 100 or DVCPRO HD formats on two 64GB cards. In addition the HPX250 offers variable frame rate capability in 1080p up to 30fps (17 steps) as well as 720p up to 60fps (25 steps) for undercranking/overcranking to create fast or slow-motion effects.
More:
Mac HD Camcorder Video Editor:
Support almost all formats:
It is also a great Mac HD Video converter, it can convert and edit as many as HD videos such as MTS, M2TS, TS, MKV, TP, TRP, M5S, MOD, TOD, MPEG2 HD, MPEG4 HD, MOV HD, WMV HD, AVI HD etc..

Play video on Blackberry bold 9900

My BB 9900 won't play HD Videos, why?
"I copy all my DVDs and put them on my micro SD card and watch it on my BB. However, my new BB Bold 9900 won't play my videos in HD while the BB Bold 9900 did. My old 9900 use to play videos that were 720P and the new 9900 doesn't. It only accepts formats that are 320X480 and nothing higher. What a major letdown. How can a more semi-advance device under perform in certain areas than the previous model? I just don't get it." from crack berry forum
The RIM BlackBerry Bold boasts one of the sharpest displays we've seen on a smartphone and offers great multimedia performance.It also brings HSDPA support, more productivity tools, and an updated OS. Other goodies include Wi-Fi; GPS; Bluetooth; and strong e-mail support with full QWERTY keyboard. And now we get to the issue how to play videos on its sharp display.
Video: MPEG4 Part 2 Simple Profile, H.263, WMV
Audio: MP3, MIDI, AMR-NB, AAC / AAC+ / eAAC+, WMA
Resolution: Half VGA 480x320 pixel color display
So to play various HD video on Blackberry Bold 9900 we must focus on to solve two questions firstly convert HD video to Blackberry supported formats, second, convert to Blackberry right resolution. Here Video to Blackberry Bold 9900 Converter for Mac is strongly recommend for you. It is a powerful Video to Blackberry Bold 9900 Converter enables you convert various HD video like MKV, MOV, AVI, DivX, MPEG-2, Xvid, etc to Blackberry Bold supported formats and let you set the 480*320 resolution for BB Bold 9900.
Easy Guide to show you how to convert and play HD videos to BB Bold 9900 Mac(Lion included):
Step 1: Add HD files
Click the "Add File" button to add the HD files you want from your Mac hard disc. You can add more than one.
Step 2: Set BB Bold MP4 format.
Set resolution for BB Bold 9900
Step 3: Convert HD video to BB Bold.
Click "Start" button to convert HD files to BB Bold 9900. After conversion finished, you can import converted files to BB Bold 9900 and watch videos on it freely.

Import Panasonic HDC, Panasonic AVCHD to FCPX, FCP for editing

"Has anyone tried the new AVCCAM Importer from Panasonic with Final Cut Pro X and a Panasonic HDC-TM900 with 1080p video? I have just started reading all of the posts on issues with TM900 and Final Cut Pro X with 1080p video and was hoping the new plugin from Panasonic may have helped! My concern is the download only references Final Cut Pro and QuickTime 7.I have a 2011 MacBook Pro which has QuickTime 10 and was hoping to buy FCPX but won't if I can't import my video properly. I was even willing to go through a conversion process but in looking at all of the board posts, it seems that for the Panasonic TM900 with 1080p video, there are not any programs that will convert properly, i.e. one puts a green screen every second or there is video artifacts.
If the new plug-in-in "AVCCAM Importer" does not help with the TM900 / 1080p video in FCPX, what alternatives do I have to edit HD 1080p video on my Mac?" from discussions apple
Panasonic HDC models recording high definition 1080p, 1080i AVCHD or iFrame H.264 format and is good recording resource to import to FCP, FCPX for best editing then play on on a PS3 or Western Digital TV Live Hub. These modes like
Recording AVCHD iFrame
Panasonic HDC-TM700, Panasonic HDC-TM90, Panasonic HDC-TM900,Panasonic HDC-TM900 EG, Panasonic HDC-HS900
Recording MPEG
Panasonic DMC-FH2 MJPEG, Panasonic DMC-FP7 MJPEG, Panasonic DMC-FS16, Panasonic DMC-TZ18
They can't be smoothly imported to FCP(X) for "FCPX does not support footage recorded in 1080-60p from this Camcorder; FCPX does not support footage recorded in 1080-50p from this Camcorder", here we understand that a converter is necessary to bring the AVCHD files to FCP, FCPX for fluent editing, then Panasonic AVCHD Converter for Mac is the best choice for you, it is the professional Panasonic AVCHD, iFrame H.264 to FCPX Converter for Mac 10.5, Mac Snow Leopard and Mac Lion. With it you can easily convert any Panasonic AVCHD, iFrame H.264, H.264, AVI MJPEG to FCP(X) compatible DV, QuickTime formats without any quality loss and directly import to FCP(X) for best editing. Three series like Panasonic DMC AVCHD, MJPEG, Panasonic AG-HMC AVCHD, Panasonic HDC AVCHD/iFrame convert FCP(X) is fully support by this all-in-one Panasonic AVCHD to FCP(X) Converter for Mac.
Tutorial on Convert Panasonic HDC AVCHD to FCP(X) Mac (Lion included):
Step One: Import Panasonic AVCHD or iFrame H.264 Video to Converter
Firstly, you need to copy your Panasonic files to Mac and launch AVCHD Converter for Mac, then click "Add File" to upload your AVCHD files to the program. Any AVCHD files from AVCHD camcorders are supported.
Step Two: Set FCP(X) formats.
Set QuickTime format.

Step Three: Convert Panasonic HDC AVCHD/iFrame to FCP(X).
Click "Start" button to transfer Panasonic files to FCP(X) format.
Except FCP(X), you are able to convert Panasonic AVCHD/iFrame/AVI MJPEG to iMovie, FCE, iDVD, iPad, QuickTime, iTunes also.

How to transfer AVCHD video to SD video

"How to convert HD video into standard definiton?
I know this seems like an odd request but my 2nd gen itouch doesn't support HD, so can i convert it?? thanks guys."
"How do i convert HD videos into normal?
I have a presentation with some video's in them but the software for the computer i'm using is old and doesn't allow HD video's to play? is there a software where i can convert HD video's into normal ones preferably that's free?"
From Yahoo! answers
AVCHD files recorded by Canon, Sony are in high definition 1080i or 1080p, they are video formats hardly to be detected by Mac QuickTime, iPad, FCP app or devices so we need most to convert these HD AVCHD to SD video like SD MOV, MP4, MPEG-2, DV for playing or editing on Mac. Superb AVCHD to SD Converter for Mac is a powerful AVCHD MTS to SD Converter used on Mac 10.5, Snow Leopard, Mac Lion. It enables you convert AVCHD to MOV, MP4, MPEG-2, DV formats for QuickTime, iTunes, FCP, iDVD, iMovie. To fully satisfy your require to play, edit AVCHD on Mac app and portable devices as well as playing on standard DVD Player or WD TV player after converting on Mac.
Plus, this AVCHD to SD Converter for Mac can also act as AVCHD editor to help you crop the unwanted black edges, clip, merge, adjust image effect etc. And all SD video formats can it convert to include: MOV, MP4, AVI, WMV, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, MPG, SWF, FLV, DV, MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MKV, H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MPEG-4, MP4-Xvid, etc.
Tutorial on AVCHD to SD Video Mac (Lion included):
Step One: Import AVCHD or iFrame H.264 Video to Converter
Firstly, you need to copy your AVCHD files to Mac and launch AVCHD Converter for Mac, then click "Add File" to upload your AVCHD files to the program. Any AVCHD files from AVCHD camcorders are supported.
Step Two: Set Mac formats.
Following is set QuickTime format.

Step Three: Convert AVCHD to SD Mac.
Click "Start" button to transfer AVCHD to SD Mac format.
Except FCP(X), you are able to convert AVCHD/iFrame/AVI MJPEG to iMovie, FCE, iDVD, iPad, QuickTime, iTunes also.

Give a look at BlackBerry Storm 9530

The BlackBerry Storm, the first BlackBerry with a touchscreen, is now available exclusively in the U.S. from Verizon Wireless.
The Storm outperforms most BlackBerrys with its crisp, innovative touch-button screen. Boasting a 3.2 megapixel auto-focus still and video camera, the Storm impresses by packing numerous features into its sleek and sturdy form-factor.
There is a lot to like about this device, including its sharp display, a camera, and applications like Visual Voicemail, but there are still some glaring problems. Even after updating its operating system with Verizon's new patch, there is still lag present in a lot of applications which hinders the phone's functionality in many areas. And the lack of Wi-Fi and QWERTY keyboard, and unrelenting fingerprints detract from the innovative hardware.
Features
While the RIM BlackBerry Storm might be the first touch screen for Research in Motion, the company wanted to make sure the smartphone offered the same feel and functionality of previous and current BlackBerrys. The Storm runs the latest BlackBerry OS 4.7, bringing an updated user interface much like the BlackBerry Bold and the BlackBerry Pearl Flip. You now get DataViz Documents To Go Standard Edition, so you can now edit Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files as well. If you want the capability to create new documents, you will have to upgrade to the Premium Edition. We had no problems opening and working on Word and Excel documents, but we can't imagine doing more than minor edits on the Bold or any other smartphone for that matter. Other PIM applications include a Calendar, a task list, a memo pad, a voice recorder, a calculator, a password keeper, and more.
The Storm has some unique features that unmistakably mark RIM's attempt to capture some of the strong consumer smartphone market that the iPhone currently dominates. RIM is relying on its name to be able to build buzz around the device, but unfortunately it largely fails to deliver an infallible device that would live up to BlackBerry users' high expectations.
The touch screen is cool, but I'm not sure it's a better solution than alternative navigation methods. However, the large, crisp screen is nonetheless phenomenal and is easily the best feature of the Storm.
The sharp screen with its button-like functionality is a major selling point; the abundance and usefulness of the preloaded applications give users plenty to play with out of the box, and the camera is exceptional. All of these bode very well for the Storm but it is not without its shortcomings. The lack of Wi-Fi, the upper limit on how fast and accurately you can type on the touchscreen, and the current lag are all major downgrades in my book. Although the latter can hopefully be rectified with an update, users should be able to buy a reliable device that performs as promised out of the box with no updating necessary.
Pros
1) Blackberry Product Quality
2) Tremendous battery life
3) Strong network support with Verizon (unlike someone else we know)
Cons
1) The App Store is truly the make or break here (sorry, not Wi-Fi) and it's success will be critical!!
2) Speaking of Apple, I love my iTunes. Can the Storm manage my library?? Hmmm
3) FINE!!!! No Wi-Fi. But I put it third so take that!!
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MOD Converter for Mac is often used by mac users to realize MOD conversion on Mac. You can convert MOD on Mac, edit MOD video on Mac.

Review of BlackBerry Bold 9700

The BlackBerry Bold 9700 is available from both T-Mobile and AT&T. Both carriers are charging $199.99 for the phone when you sign a new two-year service contract. That's less than the $300 the original Bold cost at launch.
The Bold2 may be the best looking BlackBerry yet. The most notable contrast with the first-generation Bold is its overall size. It's thinner, shorter, and less wide than the Bold. It's also less wide than the BlackBerry Tour, though not by much.
Its distinguishing features include subdued chrome accents around the bezel, a faux-leather backed battery compartment, black matte convenience keys on the sides, and of course, a track pad where users have become accustomed to seeing the iconic but sometimes finicky BlackBerry Ball.
Also changed in this version is the layout of the camera and flash on the back of the device -- they're now side by side rather than above one another. The Bold2 also has charging contacts on the side of the device that are discussed more below. The most practical change in styling is a redesign of the battery compartment which now feels more secure and in solid.
The good: The RIM BlackBerry Bold 9700 boasts a sleeker design that includes an optical trackpad, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a brilliant display. The smartphone is 3G capable and offers Wi-Fi with UMA support, Bluetooth, and GPS. It also gets a faster processor and updates to BlackBerry OS 5.0.
The bad: The BlackBerry browser doesn't compare to the competition. The handset's compact size results in a smaller display and keyboard, but they aren't deal-breakers.
The bottom line: The RIM BlackBerry Bold 9700 brings T-Mobile its first 3G BlackBerry and improves on its predecessor with a sleeker design and more power. We only wish it had a better browser to complete the package.

Tips for shooting video with Waterproof Camcorder

Shooting videos under water is a challenge. There's the whole "lack of oxygen" thing of course, but more importantly, the lighting is crazy, it's dark, you're moving around.

You can leave your camcorder on "auto" and hope for the best. This lets the camcorder make up its own mind about what settings will work best to achieve the best looking video. But often, auto isn't enough. If you own an underwater camcorder, or have a housing for your traditional camcorder, here are some tips to get the most of your underwater experience:

Tip #1 - Boost the Exposure: Exposure control is one of the most common features on a camcorder: it regulates how bright or dark your video appears. When you're filming underwater, it's inevitably going to be darker, so increasing the brightness through exposure control can compensate.

Tip #2 - Use an Underwater Mode: If you're filming with an underwater camcorder, chances are it has an underwater mode. This mode will optimize the camcorder's settings for underwater shooting. Before you start using it though, you should try to take some sample footage first. Sometimes the results are not as good as what you'd find in "auto" mode.

Tip #3 - Boost the Display Brightness: If you're scuba diving, or just swimming around the pool with your goggles on, it's going to be difficult to see what you're doing. Adjusting the brightness of the camcorder's LCD display will help you properly frame your video. Many, though not all, camcorders allow you to bump up the display brightness in the menu settings.

Tip #4 - White Balance: Some camcorders will let you manually set white balance to adjust the camcorder to a new lighting environment (check your owner's manual to see if your particular model supports manual white balance adjustment). If have this option, you can typically aim the camcorder at a subject while it analyzes the new lighting conditions and adjusts accordingly. If you're using an underwater housing and not a waterproof camcorder, you likely won't be able to access the menu to perform a manual white balance.

Tip #5 - Easy on the Zoom: With waves rolling overhead, the light beneath the water is going to be constantly changing. That's going to make it challenging for your camcorder to focus quickly. If you're constantly zooming, you may experience some focusing delay, so it's best to use the zoom sparingly. If you need a close up, move yourself, not the lens. [Note: this does not apply when filming underwater animals with sharp teeth.

Tip #6 - Keep Image Stabilization On: Image stabilization keeps camcorder footage steady, if you're not. Many optical and digital image stabilization systems in a camcorder can be turned on or off. If you're heading underwater, be sure to turn on your camcorder's image stabilization (usually done through the menu). You're going to be moving a lot underwater, and it will help steady your footage.

Tip #7 - Experiment: There's no "golden rule" when it comes to underwater filming. You'll have to play around with your camcorder's features to get the best settings possible. That being the case, it pays to familiarize yourself with your camcorder's features before you dive in. The best way to do that is by reading the manual. Yes, I know this is like being told to eat your spinach. But sometimes with camcorders, as with life, there are no shortcuts.

Source:
http://camcorders.about.com/od/videotips/a/Underwater-Camcorder-Shooting-Tips.htm

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Mac HD Camcorder Video Editor can help to edit your video. Also can help to convert video so you can import HD to iMovie and import HD Video to FCP.

Guide on how to use Sony HDR-CX110 Handycam

Do you have a Sony HDR-CX110 Handycam? How to record video and playback? Read this.
How to Recording Video?

1. Push down the lens-cover switch on the right side of the lens to open the lens cover.

2. Pull open the LCD screen to turn on the Sony HDR-CX110 and press the "Mode" button on the top of the camera until the film symbol indicator light, which looks like a single frame of film, is lit. The word "STBY" appears on the top of the screen, indicating the camcorder is in standby.

3. Press the "Start/Stop" button on the back of the camera and to the right of the battery pack to start recording. You can also press the dot icon on the left side of the screen to record videos. "STBY" changes to "REC" when recording.

4. Push the "Start/Stop" button or the dot icon on the left side of the screen a second time to stop recording. "REC" changes back to "STBY" on the screen.

How to Playback?

1.Open the Sony HDR-CX110 Handycam LCD screen.

2.Press the ">" button in the control panel on the left side of the camera. The control panel is covered by the LCD screen when it is closed. A grid will appear on the screen with a thumbnail of all of the saved videos on your memory card, sorted by the date they were recorded.

3.Tap the video you want to watch to begin playback.

4.Touch the square icon on the screen to stop playback; "> ||" to play or pause the video; "

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Review of Sony Handycam HDR-PJ10

Share your memories virtually anywhere using the HDR-PJ10 Handycam camcorder’s built-in, high-contrast projector. This mobile theatre can project up to a 60" (diag.) image on any flat surface, and with powerful stereo speakers, you’ll hear all the action. Record your 1920x1080/60p Full HD video for film-like videos.

16GB embedded Flash Memory:For up to 6 hours of recording on this Sony flash memory camcorder
1920 x 1080 Full HD 60p Recording w/3MP still image:Capture rich detail in both video and stills on this Sony Handycam HD camcorder

Back-illuminated "Exmor R" CMOS sensor:Allows for superb low-light video

Tracking Focus:Follows selected subjects

5.1ch Surround mic:For vivid and dynamic surround sound

Wind noise reduction:For clear voice recording

Active Interface Shoe:Allows you to attach intelligent accessories

Event Browse:Groups video/stills by events automatically

42x Extended Zoom:Gets even closer to the action

3.0" touchscreen Clear Photo LCD Plus display (230K):For intuitive menu controls and easy navigation

Tracking Focus:Follows selected subjects intelligently

Event Browse:Groups videos and stills by events automatically

Highlight Playback:Creates movies with transitions for you

Wind noise-reduction:Gives you access to clear voice recording

Intelligent Auto:90 different scene combinations possible

Direct Copy to external hard drive without PC:Share your video and stills without software

Built-in USB cable:For easy file transfer/charge

Built-in projector:Project your videos on the go anywhere, anytime

5.1 Surround mic:Delivers vivid and dynamic surround sound

The Good: The Sony Handycam HDR-PJ10's built-in projector and stereo speakers are very convenient for sharing home movies. Plus, the HD camcorder has the same wide-angle lens, built-in USB cable, and good automated performance as its projector-free siblings.

The Bad: If you don't plan to use the projector, the rest of the camcorder's performance and feature set are a bit underpowered for the money.

The Bottom Line: You're paying a couple hundred extra for the projector in the otherwise frills-free Sony Handycam HDR-PJ10 over its identical twin, the CX160. But if you regularly show off your vacation videos in the homes of friends and family then it's worth it.

Burn iTune2 M4V to DVD, burn iTunes movies to DVD on Lion

We purchased iTunes movies to our iPad, iPod, iPhone and Apple TV, after we watching them, we sincerely hope to burn the purchased videos to DVD so we can play it on standard DVD Player without Apple limitation. iTunes M4V movies are often with some most popular and newest movies we like, so we need a powerful iTunes movies to DVD Burner Mac.
For protected iTunes Movies by Apple FairyPlay DRM are the original files can't be burned to DVD here. Here mainly work for non-protected iTunes movie. The tool we will use is iTunes movies to DVD Burner for Mac. As soon as you load the iTunes movies to program, you are allowed to choose burn to DVD-5 or DVD 9 and enjoy the abundant Customize Menu.Want to learn the splendid burning iTunes movies to DVD Lion making progress? To see the easy guide following.
Guide on how to burn iTunes movies to DVD on Mac(Lion included):
Step 1: Free download and run iTunes movies to DVD Burner for Mac. After main interface being opened, click "Add File" to load non-protected iTunes movies files to the DVD Burner.

Step 2: Choose DVD-5 (4.7G) or DVD-9 (8.5G) as the output according your DVD disk specs.
Step 3: Customize Menu
1. Choose a template. There offer Cartoon Series, Life Series, Nature Series three series.
2. After chose a template, click the template you chose to enter the "Advanced" edit interface. Here you are allowed to edit the DVD Background, Menu Title (DVD Name), Button Style and Frame (Video decoration Frame).

Step 4: Begin to burn iTunes movies to DVD .
Press the "Burn" Button to jump out the following window to choose ISO files or DVD.
If choose DVD, please inset a New Blank DVD to PC DVD Drive and click "Apply" button, then the DVD burning start, after a short time, you will see the Prompt Dialog Box to show the Burning ended.
If choose ISO file, the original video files will be burn to ISO file and save in your Hard Drive of PC.