What kind of zoom does a good camera have?

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theann

I found a pocket camcorder/camera that has a zoom of x4. Is that good? I don't really understand that. What kind of zoom should a good camera have? I mean, on black friday it is only 20 dollars, so i'm sure that isn't the greatest, but is it even worth that much? It is a 1.3 megapixel camera. What would be a good zoom for a camera?

Answer
4x refers to how far it can zoom in. Like when you see 4x on binoculars and rifle scopes it it means they have a magnification of four times. That being said, the magnification dosen't really translate into quality. If you want good quality look for and 'optical' zoom. That means it won't loose quality when you zoom in. If you get a digital zoom, then the closer you zoom in the crappier the quality gets. Being that it's a 20 dollar pocket camcorder, it most likely had digital zoom. but for 20 dollars, you can't complain. lol

What kind of FLIP camcorder\camera is the best?

blahbloh

i was thinking about buying one... But what exactly is the difference between the Slide Mino and Ultra which one has the best sound quality like if i wanted to bring it to a concert ? and which has the best visual quality during day and more importantly night? i want the sound quality great not good which one is the best? and if none of them cut it which kind camcorder/camera should i get instead? my budget is 200$

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I would suggest you Filp Ultra HD Camcorder
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