How to Save a Movie From a Panasonic NV-GS11 Video Camera to a PC

I bought my Panasonic NV-GS11 video camera from eBay and for the cost, it seemed perfect. I liked the feel of the camera, it's simplicity of use, until I tried to transfer my movie to a PC and that's when the trouble started!

How to Save a Movie From a Panasonic NV-GS11 Video Camera to a PC

How to Save a Movie From a Panasonic NV-GS11 Video Camera to a PC

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How to Save a Movie From a Panasonic NV-GS11 Video Camera to a PC

How to Save a Movie From a Panasonic NV-GS11 Video Camera to a PC

Normally, when you connect a camera using the USB connection, your PC recognises the device and you can use it straight away. I had no end of problems getting the PC to do this and I thought the driver was at fault.

The answer, in hindsight, is that in the menu there are 2 items for the USB Function, "web camera" and "DV Studio" - the software for acquiring still photos from the camera. Choose "web camera", connect your camera to the PC via the USB connection and switch on the camera using the Playback mode. Check "My Computer" and there should be a video camera icon with "USB Video Device" beside it. Double click onto this icon will open up a page, where if you start your movie from the camera, you can see the results on the PC screen. Unfortunately, there's nowhere on this page where you can save the movie itself.

I searched with Google and found the answer. Many people had the same issue but there didn't seem to any answers. Eventually, I found one reply on a forum way down the page which provided the solution.

Download Windows Movie Maker from the Microsoft page. This is for Windows XP:-

http://www.download.com/Windows-Movie-Maker-Windows-XP-/3000-13631_4-10165075.html

Open Movie Maker and you will see " Capture from video device" This allows you to save your movie into a directory of your choice and later burn the movie onto a CD using your favourite software.

I hope this is of some help to you all with the same problem I had. If you need any further assistance, drop me an email to brianparkin@parkinspatch.com

How to Save a Movie From a Panasonic NV-GS11 Video Camera to a PC

Flip Video Camera is the Most Affordable Camera For Video Marketing and Quality Too

Like so many people, you've decided to take advantage of the video sharing on the Internet. Congratulations, your decision to engage in video marketing aligns you with the fastest growing trend on the Net. Before you get started, you will need the right camera, but how do you know which one to pick? There are a few details to pay attention to help you decide. 

Flip Video Camera is the Most Affordable Camera For Video Marketing and Quality Too

Flip Video Camera is the Most Affordable Camera For Video Marketing and Quality Too

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Flip Video Camera is the Most Affordable Camera For Video Marketing and Quality Too

Flip Video Camera is the Most Affordable Camera For Video Marketing and Quality Too

The majority of videos you see on YouTube or any other video sharing sites are not created using a fancy high tech ,000 camera. You can stop worrying about breaking the bank. There are some exceptions, but unless you are looking to submit your videos to Stephen Spielberg for screenplays, you can create high quality videos for under 0 and as low as 0.

There are many different makes and models that fall into the price range of 0-0 that will give you the quality, functionality, and ease of use that you are looking for. A few months back I decided to check out the Flip Mino video camera. I paid 9 for the camera and for a tripod. This is a simple affordable solution that I would recommend for anyone looking to get started right away. I have used it on both a Mac and a PC with no issues.  In addition, the Flip video camera comes out in an HD version that goes for 9. 

One area of concern with the Flip Mino is that you can't see what you are doing. There is no swivel LCD screen that allows you to view the image you are recording. You will have to check out Insignia, Kodak, and Sony. They all have models under 0 with a swivel LCD screen.  

If you are desperate to get videos up, you can always use a webcam. Most laptop computers have webcams as a standard built in feature. If you need to purchase a webcam they range in price starting at all of the way to 0. However, I would recommend if you are thinking about spending over 0 to invest in a portable camera such as the flip or a camera that also has video features. Quite simply, a hand held camera will allow you more mobility, inevitably making your videos more creative and diverse. 

When you are online shopping for the right video camera there is no shortage of choices. Keep in mind you can always go to an electronics store to get a better feel for what you are buying. Once you have purchased your new camera, be sure to take it through a trial run from start to finish. Simply record a short "test" video and upload it to your computer. This will help you understand the process and ensure that the camera is compatible with your computer system.  

If you are having trouble choosing what camera to go with, start asking around. Go to some forums or hang out on YouTube and find out what other people are using. There are plenty of affordable cameras available that will have you on the road to video marketing success.

If you are interested in seeing the quality of the videos created on this basic model (not the HD version which goes for 9) all of the videos on our YouTube channel have been recorded on a 9 Flip video camera. 

Flip Video Camera is the Most Affordable Camera For Video Marketing and Quality Too