Coming in at $130 (as of 11/4/2009), the Memorex MyVideo HD pocket camcorder records 720p high-definition footage, snaps 5-megapixel still photos, and has a retractable USB connector, like most of its pocket-camcorder competition. For a fairly low price, it offers decent-quality 720p footage in bright light, as well as a few features we've seen only on pocket camcorders that cost at least $50 more.
The higher-end features are its digital image stabilization, a macro/landscape toggle, an HDMI-out port (cable included!), and surprisingly good 5-megapixel still photos in brightly-lit settings. The MyVideo HD captures relatively sharp and colorful photos, comparing favorably with the output of most camera phones.
While it didn't rival the video quality of competing camcorders such as the 1080p-shooting Kodak Zi8 HD Pocket Video Cameraand the 720p Flip MinoHD Camcorder
, the Memorex MyVideo HD captured good video in well-lit settings. The following test video was shot in 720p mode in the same tripod location as the Kodak Zi8 and the Flip Video MinoHD (click the "HD" button on the bottom right of each video for the best-quality footage).
Bottom line:
The Memorex MyVideo HD pocket camcorder won't bowl you over with its performance or build quality, but its feature set is a good value for the price.
Memorex MCC225 MyVideo HD Specs:
- One-touch recording with 3x digital zoom
- 4GB of on-board memory (records up to 2 hours of VGA and up to 1 hour of HD video)
- 2.5 hours of battery life
- 5MP still camera
- 2.0” color LCD display
- Create memorable movies to share online
- Upload to Facebook™, YouTube™, Vimeo™ and other websites
- Instant playback to TV (no PC uploading required)
- Easy video and photo editing with embedded software
- Integrated USB connector for easy content transfer
Yeah, you decide.
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