Samsung HMX H200

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  8 out of 10

Summary: Samsung adds new sensor technology to improve image quality, but still keeps the emphasis on value.

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  6 out of 10

Summary: The Samsung HMX-H200 is not without its foibles, but, if you can overlook these, you'll find it's a competent Full HD camcorder that’s easy to use and won’t break the bank.

Short extract: The Samsung HMX-H200 is not without its foibles, but, if you can overlook these, you'll find it's a competent Full HD camcorder that’s easy to use and won’t break the bank.

Conclusion: With 1080p video, touchscreen controls and a 20x optical zoom, the HMX-H200 is an uncomplicated, well-equipped camcorder that represents fairly good value. When you consider that shelling out less than £50 more will bag you a much better entry-level model, such as the brilliant Panasonic HDC-SD60 ,...

• 20x optical zoom, Easy-to-use touchscreen controls, Useful optical image stabiliser, HDMI output
• Slightly soft video image, Not great in low light, Poorly placed microphone and buttons, HDMI cable not included

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  8.5 out of 10

Short extract: Selling camcorders is a tough old business right now. With smartphones, DSLRs and compacts all now offering HD video modes, the traditional barrel-shaped video shooter is under threat. So what can Samsung's budget H200 offer that an equivalent point-and-shoot camera can't?

Conclusion: Superb image stabilisation, a powerful zoom and good video quality combine to make a top-value camcorder