Compact Video Cameras

The Compact Video Cameras category offers lightweight camcorders for everyday, travel and family filming, as well as waterproof and action cameras. It includes models from Panasonic, Canon, Yashica, Agfaphoto and Easypix, such as the Canon Legria HF G70 and Panasonic HC-V900E.

A compact camcorder is handy when you want longer recording and more zoom than a smartphone offers. When choosing, compare resolution (some models record 4K), optical or digital zoom, screen size and memory card type. For filming near water or during outdoor activities, pick a waterproof or action camera, and for better sound choose a model with a microphone.