DV camcorder
As a DV camcorder is called camcorder that for storing video, the DV format ( D igital V use ideo format). This standard replaced the analog camera generation that recorded video in Hi8 , Video8 , VHS-C , S-VHS-C , and initially also in VHS .
They have a connection option (mostly FireWire or USB 2.0). This can be used to transfer the recorded video data to a computer or another cam or video recorder and, depending on the equipment, after editing (e.g. editing or title), it can also be transferred back to the tape cassette in the first camcorder for archiving.
Most DV camcorders are made for the consumer market and are small and handy. But there are also semi-professional DV camcorders for ambitious filmmakers and professional DV camcorders for use in news reporting that are designed as shoulder cameras. These professional DV camcorders also deliver full television quality; the difference here lies in the use of three instead of one color chip, better optics, as well as automatic and manual setting options.
Prices vary depending on size, image quality and functionality. However, the cheapest models for home use only use one color chip, which means that their color sensitivity is limited.
Recorded videos can be digitally copied to a computer without loss (native DV), cut and edited there and, if the camcorder supports this, played back to the camera. The video only has to be recompressed on the computer if effects, title overlays or similar are used. However, the associated loss of quality is very small and usually not visible on the television.
