Handycam: meaning, definitions and examples
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handycam
[ ˈhandiˌkæm ]
video recording device
A Handycam is a brand of camcorder developed by Sony. It is a compact and lightweight video camera designed for easy handling and portability. Handycams are popular among amateur videographers for capturing family events, vacations, and other personal moments.
Synonyms
camcorder, digital camcorder, video camera
Examples of usage
- The Handycam records high-definition videos with excellent clarity.
- I bought a Handycam to document my travels around the world.
Translations
Translations of the word "handycam" in other languages:
🇵🇹 câmara de mão
🇮🇳 हैंडीकैम
🇩🇪 Handkamera
🇮🇩 kamera tangan
🇺🇦 ручна камера
🇵🇱 kamera ręczna
🇯🇵 ハンディカム
🇫🇷 caméscope
🇪🇸 videocámara de mano
🇹🇷 el kamerası
🇰🇷 핸디캠
🇸🇦 كاميرا محمولة
🇨🇿 ruční kamera
🇸🇰 ručná kamera
🇨🇳 手持摄像机
🇸🇮 ročna kamera
🇮🇸 handmyndavél
🇰🇿 қол камерасы
🇬🇪 ხელის კამერა
🇦🇿 əl kamerası
🇲🇽 videocámara de mano
Word origin
The term 'Handycam' was coined by Sony in the late 1980s to describe their line of compact camcorders. These camcorders revolutionized the way people captured and shared video footage, offering convenience and ease of use. Over the years, Handycams have evolved to include advanced features such as optical image stabilization, 4K recording, and built-in Wi-Fi connectivity.
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