The "retro camcorder" scam EXPOSED!

VWestlife October 22, 2024
Video Thumbnail
VWestlife Logo

VWestlife

@vwestlife

About

Demonstrations, reviews, and tutorials about computers and electronics. Also featuring stereo equipment, electronic gadgets, classic video games, cars, radio, videography, and more. If you enjoy my videos, please subscribe to my channel. My Other Hangouts: Mastodon: https://mastodon.social/@vwestlife Reddit: https://old.reddit.com/user/vwestlife AudioKarma: https://audiokarma.org/forums/index.php?members/vwestlife.133769/#info Vintage Computer Forums: https://forum.vcfed.org/index.php?members/vwestlife.6239/ VWvortex / The Car Lounge: https://www.vwvortex.com/members/vwestlife.171536/ Steve Hoffman music forums: https://forums.stevehoffman.tv/members/vwestlife.81452/#info Tapeheads: https://www.tapeheads.net/members/vwestlife.29508/ Radio Discussions: https://www.radiodiscussions.com/members/kevtronics.64600/

Video Description

Vintage "Y2K" camcorders are increasingly popular, especially among Gen Z social media influencers, but beware of scams like ThatOneStreet selling a new camera that claims to provide "retro VHS aesthetic" videos. It does record videos that look terrible, but not in any way similar to actual VHS tape, and with a highly inflated price. Time flow: 0:00 Introduction 1:19 Scamcorders 5:05 Unboxing 8:24 Canon copycat 11:20 Aspect ratio & resolution 14:39 Outdoor video test 17:48 Still photos 19:09 Afraid of the dark 20:30 Dashcam in disguise 22:03 Conclusion #camcorder #vhs #Y2Kaesthetics

You May Also Like

authentic camcorder finds

AI-recommended products based on this video

Loading...
Selfie Stick Travel Tripod for Cell Phone with Remote Control and Phone Holder, Extendable Selfie Stick for iPhone, iPhone Tripod for Video Recording, 50 Inch, Black

Selfie Stick Travel Tripod for Cell Phone with Remote Control and Phone Holder, Extendable Selfie Stick for iPhone, iPhone Tripod for Video Recording, 50 Inch, Black

(3,610)
$9.99
FREE delivery Fri, Nov 14 on $35 of items shipped by Amazon
10K+ bought in past month
Loading...
FIFINE Gaming USB Microphone for PC PS5, Condenser Mic with Quick Mute, RGB Indicator, Tripod Stand, Pop Filter, Shock Mount, Gain Control for Streaming Discord Twitch Podcasts Videos- AmpliGame Global Recycled Standard
Best Seller

FIFINE Gaming USB Microphone for PC PS5, Condenser Mic with Quick Mute, RGB Indicator, Tripod Stand, Pop Filter, Shock Mount, Gain Control for Streaming Discord Twitch Podcasts Videos- AmpliGame Global Recycled Standard

(12,876)
$27.90$26.48
FREE delivery Thu, Sep 4 on $35 of items shipped by Amazon
4K+ bought in past month
Loading...
EMEET C960 Webcam with Tripod, 1080P Webcam with Microphone, Adjustable Height Mini Tripod, C960 Web Camera with Privacy Cover, Plug & Play with Stand for Zoom/Skype/YouTube/FaceTime

EMEET C960 Webcam with Tripod, 1080P Webcam with Microphone, Adjustable Height Mini Tripod, C960 Web Camera with Privacy Cover, Plug & Play with Stand for Zoom/Skype/YouTube/FaceTime

(33,760)
49.99
PrimeFREE delivery Saturday, June 14
500+ bought in past month
Loading...
COOWPS Switch Case for Nintendo Switch and Switch OLED Model, Portable Full Protection Carrying Travel Bag with 18 Game Cards Storage for Switch Console Pro Controller Accessories Black

COOWPS Switch Case for Nintendo Switch and Switch OLED Model, Portable Full Protection Carrying Travel Bag with 18 Game Cards Storage for Switch Console Pro Controller Accessories Black

(2,497)
$24.99$22.99
FREE delivery Mon, Jun 16 on $35 of items shipped by Amazon
800+ bought in past month
Loading...
UGREEN Revodok Pro 210 Docking Station 10 in 1 USB C Dock Dual HDMI 4K@60Hz Single 8K@30Hz 100W PD 5Gbps USB C and USB A Data Ports Gigabit Ethernet, SD/TF Card Reader USB Hub Compatible for HP, Dell

UGREEN Revodok Pro 210 Docking Station 10 in 1 USB C Dock Dual HDMI 4K@60Hz Single 8K@30Hz 100W PD 5Gbps USB C and USB A Data Ports Gigabit Ethernet, SD/TF Card Reader USB Hub Compatible for HP, Dell

(1,701)
39.99
PrimeFREE delivery Saturday, June 14
100+ bought in past month
Loading...
TZGZT [Longest Durable] Travel Carrying Case for Nintendo Switch 2 2025, Large Volume Accessories Bundle Holder, 2 Screen Protector, Hard Protective Cover Estuche Funda with 12 Game Cards, Black

TZGZT [Longest Durable] Travel Carrying Case for Nintendo Switch 2 2025, Large Volume Accessories Bundle Holder, 2 Screen Protector, Hard Protective Cover Estuche Funda with 12 Game Cards, Black

(488)
$16.84
FREE delivery Wed, Jul 2 on $35 of items shipped by Amazon
9K+ bought in past month
Loading...
GeekShare Vintage Carry Case Compatible with Switch/Switch OLED - Portable Hardshell Travel Carrying Case fit Switch Console with Acrylic Strap

GeekShare Vintage Carry Case Compatible with Switch/Switch OLED - Portable Hardshell Travel Carrying Case fit Switch Console with Acrylic Strap

(214)
$26.99
FREE delivery Mon, Jun 16 on $35 of items shipped by Amazon
50+ bought in past month
Loading...
DLseego Pink and Purple Switch Case Set Gradient Carrying Case with 10 Slots Cute Protective Dockable Hard Shell with 4PCS Glitter Cat Paw Thumb Grips Caps and 1PC Flower Blossom Chain For Switch 2017

DLseego Pink and Purple Switch Case Set Gradient Carrying Case with 10 Slots Cute Protective Dockable Hard Shell with 4PCS Glitter Cat Paw Thumb Grips Caps and 1PC Flower Blossom Chain For Switch 2017

(279)
$24.99
FREE delivery Mon, Jun 16 on $35 of items shipped by Amazon
Loading...
NPOOYI Carrying Case Compatible with Nintendo Switch OLED 2021/2017, Hard Shell Protective Switch Travel Case with Pockets and Game Holder for Console Joy-Con & Accessories, Wild Flower

NPOOYI Carrying Case Compatible with Nintendo Switch OLED 2021/2017, Hard Shell Protective Switch Travel Case with Pockets and Game Holder for Console Joy-Con & Accessories, Wild Flower

(146)
$13.29
FREE delivery Mon, Jun 16 on $35 of items shipped by Amazon
50+ bought in past month
Loading...
Energizer AA Batteries Alkaline Power, 32 Count Alkaline Double A Battery Pack

Energizer AA Batteries Alkaline Power, 32 Count Alkaline Double A Battery Pack

(86,058)
$19.95$19.75
FREE delivery Tue, Dec 30 on $35 of items shipped by Amazon
100K+ bought in past month
Loading...
Anker Power Bank(PowerCore 10K),Compact Travel-Ready 10,000mAh Battery Pack with PowerIQ Charging Technology,5V/3A High-Speed Charging for iPhone,iPad,and More (USB-C Input and Output(Black),1pack) ClimatePartner certified

Anker Power Bank(PowerCore 10K),Compact Travel-Ready 10,000mAh Battery Pack with PowerIQ Charging Technology,5V/3A High-Speed Charging for iPhone,iPad,and More (USB-C Input and Output(Black),1pack) ClimatePartner certified

(109,961)
$17.99$17.81
FREE delivery Fri, Aug 8 on $35 of items shipped by Amazon
10K+ bought in past month
Loading...
VOLTME Portable Charger, Slim 10000mAh 5V/3A Power Bank, USB C in&Out High-Speed Charging Battery Pack, Travel Essentials Dual Output Compatible with iPhone 16 15 14 13 12 Samsung Google iPad etc

VOLTME Portable Charger, Slim 10000mAh 5V/3A Power Bank, USB C in&Out High-Speed Charging Battery Pack, Travel Essentials Dual Output Compatible with iPhone 16 15 14 13 12 Samsung Google iPad etc

(51)
19.99
PrimeFREE delivery Saturday, June 14 on orders shipped by Amazon over $35
Loading...
UGREEN Nexode Power Bank 20000mAh 130W Portable Charger 72Wh PD Fast Charging 3-Port USB C Battery Pack with TFT Smart Display for MacBook/iPad/iPhone 16/Samsung S24 and More

UGREEN Nexode Power Bank 20000mAh 130W Portable Charger 72Wh PD Fast Charging 3-Port USB C Battery Pack with TFT Smart Display for MacBook/iPad/iPhone 16/Samsung S24 and More

(1,903)
69.99
PrimeFREE delivery Saturday, June 14
500+ bought in past month