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Looking for a high-fps (>100) camcorder

Sep 8, 2010 6:53 AM

I need help finding a camcorder. I've been searching for several days so far, but I'm not convinced I have the best option yet. My requirements are a bit unusual: I want a camcorder that can capture frame rates in excess of 100, for less than $300. (I understand that with increased frame rate comes decreased resolution.)

Ideally, it should be able to record in HD down at 30 fps, record onto flash memory, have some optical zoom, and have image stabilization. However, these conditions can be relaxed if needed.

The best deal I've been able to find so far is the Sanyo VPC-FH1 ($250), which is able to get up to 240 fps at 448x336, and 600 fps at 192x108. Clearly the 600 fps setting is basically too small to be useful, but it's the thought that counts right?

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Let's arbitrarily decide 240 vertical lines is the effective minimum resolution I'm willing to accept.

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We have found that cannon cameras have a very good fps rate. We have one that was 200 bucks and does up to 60fps looks great on a HD tv... Are you looking for sporting events ? What is the driver behind the 100fps?

djbowman djbowman
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@djbowman: I'm specifically looking for something to do technique analysis with, such as for running, swimming, and golf. 60 fps does help, it's just not quite fast enough.

gluonconcerto gluonconcerto
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@gluonconcerto: That explains it, I remember you mentioning that you were a runner and went to UCI in the introduction thread.

This Sony can supposedly crank out 240 fps for 3 seconds and then play it back in a 12 second window. They do not give the resolution, the feature is called Smooth Slow Record: http://www.sonystyle.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10551&storeId=10151&langId=-1&productId=8198552921666073299#features

catbertthegreat catbertthegreat
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Thanks @catbertthegreat, I've had good experience with Sony in the past. I like how it's got optical image stabilization. Unfortunately it's a bit too pricey for me :/

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@gluonconcerto: You still at or near UCI? Do they have film classes? Can you grab a couple of their students and a camera? They probably have access to far more powerful and nicer cameras than you could hope for.

catbertthegreat catbertthegreat
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@catbertthegreat: ooh another good idea. You're on a roll!

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