A video recorder is a handheld camera built around the microphones of a dedicated audio recorder, such as the Zoom Q series, which films in 4K without distorting on loud music.
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About Video Recorders
A handy video recorder pairs a camera with the microphone quality of a dedicated audio recorder. Phone and standard camera microphones distort when the music gets loud, which is why the Zoom Q series has become a favourite for filming rehearsals, gigs, music lessons and podcasts: the same mic technology as Zoom's field recorders, with 4K vision to match.
SWAMP stocks the Zoom Q2n-4K, a compact video recorder that captures 4K video with clean stereo sound and doubles as a USB webcam for streaming. The category also includes LED ring lights and tripod stands to round out a streaming or podcasting setup. Recording audio only? See our portable audio recorders. You can also add a video microphone to upgrade the sound on your existing camera, connect it with camera audio adapters, or browse the full field recorders range.
Video Recorder FAQs
What makes a Zoom video recorder different from a normal camera?
The microphones. Zoom builds its video recorders around the same microphone technology as its audio recorders, so loud sources like drum kits, guitar amps and live PA stay clean and detailed where phone and camera mics distort.
Can I use a video recorder as a webcam?
Yes. The Zoom Q2n-4K connects to your computer over USB and works as a high quality webcam, making it a neat option for live streaming, online music lessons and podcasting.
What is the difference between a video recorder and a field recorder?
A field recorder captures audio only, while a handy video recorder adds a camera so you record vision and sound together in one unit. If you only need audio, a portable audio recorder is usually the more affordable choice.
