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Camcorders with or without photograph function

SDF_2
SDF_2 Posts: 14 Forumite
Hi, I am looking to buy a new camcorder any day now and was planning to get a mini dv with the photograph function. Now I am not so sure!

I already have a digital camera (3/4 years old) and still find it good. I was thinking of getting a camcorder with the option of digital photos and thought it would make it really handy. I have recently read/heard the photograph quality isn't that great on these camcorders. I am not planning to stop using my current camera but thought on holiday etc it would save carrying two pieces of kit around.

Can anyone advise what is the best option? :confused:

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  • Sput2001
    Sput2001 Posts: 1,206 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture
    It's not going to be as good as a stand-alone digital camera.
  • SDF_2
    SDF_2 Posts: 14 Forumite
    thanks - that seems to be the general view. I 'll think again.
  • D.K.
    D.K. Posts: 596 Forumite
    I have a cannon DV with a card for stills. Great idea but the stills are very low res.
    A bit odd...you can also use the card to make rubbish movies too if you want!
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