Camcorders: what is dynamic zoom?

I read somewhere once, digital zoom is actualy of secondary importance to a camcorder enthusiast and that to get a sense of the power of a cam, you find out its 'optical zoom' ...show more

I understand that a high optical zoom (when used) delivers a clear picture while a high digital zoom (when used) delivers an unclear picture. What I want to know is, do these 2 different features work dependantly or independantly from each other? Are...

im confused, which's is better 12X optical zoom or 20X optical zoom in camcorders. i need all the advices, please help.

Ive been searching for a new camcorder, preferabley DVD, and the most expensieve consumer cameras have 10X optical zoom, while the cheap camcorder have up to 40X optical Zoom. I ...show more

i am confused as to how camcorders can have such a diffrence in optical zoom from a digital camera,is it better to get an ultra-zoom camcorder or camera especialy if i am going to use it mostly for stills

im looking for a new camcorder but i want one with the zoom that is around the lens, i dont like the little button, and every time i look online all i get are these 5000 dollar camcorders i just want a regular home one but with the zoom lens

they always have some purchase guidelines for buying camcorders with the right zoom features. if i want to record something from about across a football field, how much zoom should i get? & is a disk better to record on than a tape?

Where can I find reviews and opinions online for Canon ZR-1000 Zoom Remote Control for all Canon Camcorders

The standard def camcorders are 30x, 40x, even 50x zoom.