How much zoom for a camcorder?

Discussion in 'All Discussions' started by LumberjackJohnny, Aug 27, 2012.

  1. Aug 27, 2012 #1
    LumberjackJohnny

    LumberjackJohnny New Member

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    I'm thinking of getting the Sony CX260V, which has 30x optical zoom. That should be good for filming from the beach, right?
     
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  3. Aug 28, 2012 #2
    JERSEYboarder

    JERSEYboarder Well-Known Member

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    hey man! 30x optical will be plenty! just make sure its optical not digital
     
    JERSEYboarder, Aug 28, 2012
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  5. Aug 28, 2012 #3
    Swellinfo

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    30x optical zoom is beast...
     
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  6. Aug 29, 2012 #4
    LumberjackJohnny

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    Thanks yeah it's optical, not digital. All the other camcorders I found had 10x optical, but this one has 30x.
     
    LumberjackJohnny, Aug 29, 2012
    LumberjackJohnny, Aug 29, 2012