Understanding Digital Video
Before you jump into the world of digital
video, it is important to understand the
difference between analog and digital video and
why analog video is no longer an acceptable form
of video if you are living in modern times!
 Digital
vs. Analog Video
Analog video uses an
electrical signal to capture images on magnetic
tape. A digital video signal is a pattern of 1’s
and 0’s that represent the video image. There is
no variation in the original signal once it’s
captured, and the image does not lose any of its
original sharpness or clarity---it’s an exact
copy of the original. Due to the major advances
in digital technology, it is highly recommended
by HomeMovie.Com that you choose digital video
and not analog video.
Here’s why we recommend Digital over Analog
Video:
- The quality of digital video begins and remains digital from camcorder to computer via FireWire cable. Analog degrades with each copy.
- The resolution of digital video is higher than analog because you can choose how many pixels, some of which offer as much as 410,000 or more pixels per
CCD (charged
couple devices). No matter what digital video format you choose, they all have excellent resolution quality. Although some digital formats have higher quality than others, the quality of analog can deteriorate only after 5 years.
- Analog recordings are highly susceptible to deterioration. Although a regular camcorder with analog may be cheaper in price, it is imperative to use digital video so that preservation of your video lasts and remains in the best condition.
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