How to pick the right camcorder for you

If you're the sort who likes to film the family festivities, the chances are you'd be interested in getting a brand new HD camcorder. Armed with this, you’ll be able to easily pick the right camcorder for you.

Meet the latest models
First thing's first, get to grips with your options at every price point. Toshiba's got two solid options for you in the shape of the Camileo SX900 and SX500. The latter is more affordable than the former, but both still pack in some stunning tech, including full 1080p HD (that's the max) video recording at a smooth 30 frames per second, savvy face detection to ensure proper focusing on those all important family moments, and excellent low light sensitivity too. Get to grips with them in this introductory guide.

How to choose your ideal camcorder: A guide to the basics
Now you know what's out there, it's time to tackle what you need in a camcorder. A select few will want a water and weather proof model, some will value a slim build so it'll slide into your pocket and some will just want the very best HD video quality that money can buy, in any lighting condition. If you're not sure which way to turn, this guide breaks down the basics for you, so you know just what category you fall into.

How to pick a YouTube camera
Of course, you're not just stuck leaving your footage on digital video tapes these days. With HD video shot straight onto memory cards, and video sharing sites such as YouTube and Vimeo now accepting HD submissions, it's never been easier to share your moving masterpieces and comedy moments with the world. Want to get started? Toshiba's latest camcorders come with YouTube uploading software to make transfers easy, but check out our guide to find out what else you need to know.