Record high: future proofing, a more film-like look, and lower prices are driving more producers, directors, and-broadcasters to consider investing in HD equipment. Richard Dean reviews the latest developments in HD camcorder technology.(technology update)(high definition cameras)

High definition cameras were invented for one very simple reason--certain countries bad decided to adopt HDTV, and needed a new kit to make HD programmes.

Soon the idea began to spill across from prestige television shows into productions traditionally dominated by film, leading to the development of customised versions designed to resemble film cameras.

Until recently these two applications dominated all discussions of HD, with vigorous debates about what was the best way to broadcast HD on the one hand, and how the cameras could be made to more closely resemble film on the ...

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