Canon Vixia HF G70 UHD 4K Camcorder (Black)
- 1/2.3" UHD 4K CMOS Sensor
- Record up to UHD 4K30 Video
- DIGIC DV 6 Image Processor
- 29.3 to 627mm, 20x Optical Zoom in 4K
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Canon XA60 Professional UHD 4K Camcorder
- 1/2.3" CMOS Sensor, DIG!C DV 6 Processor
- Up to UHD 4K30 Video Recording
- Mini-HDMI Video Output
- Integrated 20x Optical Zoom Lens
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Canon XA60 Professional UHD 4K Camcorder
- 1/2.3" CMOS Sensor, DIG!C DV 6 Processor
- Up to UHD 4K30 Video Recording
- Mini-HDMI Video Output
- Integrated 20x Optical Zoom Lens
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Sony PXW-Z90V 4K HDR XDCAM with Fast Hybrid AF
- Single 1" Exmor RS CMOS Sensor
- UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) up to 30p
- 4K HDR with Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG)
- 3G-SDI Output, 2.4/5 GHz Live Streaming
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Sony PXW-Z90V 4K HDR XDCAM with Fast Hybrid AF
- Single 1" Exmor RS CMOS Sensor
- UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) up to 30p
- 4K HDR with Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG)
- 3G-SDI Output, 2.4/5 GHz Live Streaming
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Panasonic HC-X2 4K Camcorder
- Up to UHD 4K60 Video with Live Streaming
- 15MP 1" MOS Sensor, 5-Axis Hybrid OIS+
- Built-In Wi-Fi & Ethernet; HDMI/SDI Out
- XLR Audio Inputs; Timecode In/Out
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Canon XF605 UHD 4K HDR Pro Camcorder
- 1" CMOS Sensor, 4:2:2 10-Bit
- H.265/H.264 MP4 Format, XF-AVC
- UHD 4K up to 60 fps, 1080p to 120 fps
- iOS App | 15x Optical/30x Digital Zoom
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Canon XF605 UHD 4K HDR Pro Camcorder
- 1" CMOS Sensor, 4:2:2 10-Bit
- H.265/H.264 MP4 Format, XF-AVC
- UHD 4K up to 60 fps, 1080p to 120 fps
- iOS App | 15x Optical/30x Digital Zoom
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Canon XF605 UHD 4K HDR Pro Camcorder
- 1" CMOS Sensor, 4:2:2 10-Bit
- H.265/H.264 MP4 Format, XF-AVC
- UHD 4K up to 60 fps, 1080p to 120 fps
- iOS App | 15x Optical/30x Digital Zoom
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Canon XF605 UHD 4K HDR Pro Camcorder
- 1" CMOS Sensor, 4:2:2 10-Bit
- H.265/H.264 MP4 Format, XF-AVC
- UHD 4K up to 60 fps, 1080p to 120 fps
- iOS App | 15x Optical/30x Digital Zoom
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Canon XA65 Professional UHD 4K Camcorder
- 1/2.3" CMOS Sensor, DIG!C DV 6 Processor
- Up to UHD 4K30 Video Recording
- Mini-HDMI and 3G-SDI Outputs
- Integrated 20x Optical Zoom Lens
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Panasonic AG-CX350 4K Camcorder
- 1" MOS Sensor
- 20x Optical, 32x Intelligent Zoom
- UHD 4K, 1080p, Variable Frame Rate
- Supports LANC Control
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Canon EOS C200 Cinema Camera (EF-Mount)
- Super35 CMOS Sensor
- Dual Pixel CMOS AF Technology
- Dual DIGIC DV 6 Processors
- DCI and UHD 4K, 1920 x 1080
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Canon EOS C200 Cinema Camera (EF-Mount)
- Super35 CMOS Sensor
- Dual Pixel CMOS AF Technology
- Dual DIGIC DV 6 Processors
- DCI and UHD 4K, 1920 x 1080
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JVC GY-HM250 UHD 4K Streaming Camcorder with Built-in Lower-Thirds Graphics
- 1/2.3" CMOS Sensor, 12x Optical Zoom
- Records UHD 4K 24/30p at 70/150 Mb/s
- IP Control & Full HD Live Streaming
- 4:2:2 4K Video at 24/30p
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Panasonic HC-X1500 UHD 4K HDMI Pro Camcorder with 24x Zoom
- Record up to UHD 4K60 Video, HDMI Out
- 1/2.5" 8.29M MOS Sensor, Venus Engine
- 24x Optical Zoom, 48x Digital iZoom
- 120 fps Slow Motion, Live RTP Streaming
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Canon XF705 4K 1" Sensor XF-HEVC H.265 Pro Camcorder
- 1" CMOS Sensor, 13.4MP
- H.265/XF-HEVC Premiere Pro/FCP X Support
- UHD 4K up to 60 fps, 1080p to 120 fps
- 15x Optical Zoom, 30x Digital
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Canon XF705 4K 1" Sensor XF-HEVC H.265 Pro Camcorder
- 1" CMOS Sensor, 13.4MP
- H.265/XF-HEVC Premiere Pro/FCP X Support
- UHD 4K up to 60 fps, 1080p to 120 fps
- 15x Optical Zoom, 30x Digital
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JVC GY-HC500UN Connected Cam 4K NDI-Enabled Professional Camcorder
- 1" CMOS Sensor, 20x Optical Zoom
- Up to 3840 x 2160p60 Video, NDI-Enabled
- UHD 4K, HD, SD, SD-Proxy Recording
- HDR via HLG or J-Log1 (10-Bit)
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JVC GY-HC500UN Connected Cam 4K NDI-Enabled Professional Camcorder
- 1" CMOS Sensor, 20x Optical Zoom
- Up to 3840 x 2160p60 Video, NDI-Enabled
- UHD 4K, HD, SD, SD-Proxy Recording
- HDR via HLG or J-Log1 (10-Bit)
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JVC GY-HC550 Handheld Connected Cam 1" 4K Broadcast Camcorder
- Broadcast Overlay, MPEG-2 Recording
- Built-In Wireless LAN, Zixi, and GPS
- 1" CMOS Sensor, 20x Optical Zoom
- 3840 x 2160 60p/50p/30p/25p/24p
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Canon XF100 HD Professional Camcorder
- 1/3" CMOS Sensor
- 50Mbps MPEG-2 Recording
- 4:2:2 Color Sampling
- 60p/60i, 30p, 24p
Canon XF100 HD Professional Camcorder
- 1/3" CMOS Sensor
- 50Mbps MPEG-2 Recording
- 4:2:2 Color Sampling
- 60p/60i, 30p, 24p
Sony HXR-MC88 Full HD Camcorder
- 14.2MP 1" Exmor RS CMOS Sensor
- Record up to Full HD 1080p60 at 28 Mb/s
- 29mm ZEISS Wide-Angle Lens
- OLED Viewfinder with 2.36 Million Dots
Canon XF100 HD Professional Camcorder
- 1/3" CMOS Sensor
- 50Mbps MPEG-2 Recording
- 4:2:2 Color Sampling
- 60p/60i, 30p, 24p
Canon XA11 Compact Full HD Camcorder with HDMI and Composite Output
- Native 1920 x 1080, 1/2.84" CMOS Sensor
- 20x HD Zoom Lens
- Canon DIGIC DV 4 Image Processor
- Dynamic Image Stabilization
Panasonic AG-AC30 Full HD Camcorder with Touch Panel LCD Screen & Built-In LED Light
- HD Camcorder with Built-In LED Light
- 1/3.1" BSI MOS Sensor
- 1920 x 1080 up to 59,94p
- 20x Optical Zoom Lens
Canon XC15 4K Professional Camcorder
- 1" CMOS Sensor and DIGIC DV 5 Processor
- UHD 4K at up to 29.97 fps
- 8.9 - 89mm Zoom Lens with f/2.8 - f/5.6
- XLR Audio Input & MA-400 Mic Adapter
Are Used Video Cameras Right For You?
Buying a used video camera is the ideal way to get a professional-grade camera at a discounted price. Because they come in a range of models, capabilities, and prices, it’s important to consider specific features and accessories.
Why Choose a Pro or Prosumer Camcorder?
Some advanced features set professional video cameras far apart from the rest.
Larger lenses
Unlike consumer camcorders, professional camcorders allow you to use up to 35mm lenses. More light passes through the larger lenses, and this influences the depth of field and frame sizes. As a result, you get to shoot videos with deep depth of field. Instead of the standard CCD image sensors, prosumer video cameras have CMOS image sensors that offer superior image quality. Also, prosumer camcorders give you the ability to swap lenses and other camcorder lens accessories.
Higher resolution
On the low end, standard video cameras come with a resolution of 704p x 480p. While this resolution is fine for some shoots, it's too low for high-definition videos. With used professional video cameras, you get resolutions of 1080/60i for lower-end models and up to 4K/60p for high-end devices.
Higher quality recording formats
Prosumer and pro cameras record videos in MP4 and AVCHD formats. AVCHD produces Blu-ray quality HD videos, while MP4 offers a more compressed HD video format that takes up less memory space.
Manual control
For standard camcorders, you can use scene modes, autofocus, and many other presets to shoot clear home videos. However, with a professional shoot, you need to have direct control of each setting. Choose a camcorder with a button or dial to control the shutter speeds, and an iris ring to control the amount of light coming through the lens.
Quality audio
Audio features are critical components of prosumer camcorders. For professional sound, choose a camcorder that accepts a 2-channel (stereo) mic input. There are two main types of this mic input: XLR input and 1/8-inch mini input. These inputs allow you to use just about any type of professional mic. The video camera should also allow you to change the audio levels manually.
Pro and Prosumer Camcorder Accessories
Depending on your shooting needs, you may need some camcorder and camera accessories to get the job done. For instance, you may need external shotgun mics to capture directional sound, or clip-on lavalier mics for interviews. All of these are available in the Used department. If you need a bigger screen to monitor the important details in a video, shop for a larger monitor. Don't forget to go for affordable used video tripods and supports for sturdier shots and videos.