The Burmese version of this chapter can be downloaded here: Getting Started: Video Quality and Equipment (Burmese)
Select a Good Phone for Video
Another thing you need to consider is your mobile phone. Make sure you select a device capable of video. For a more in-depth discussion of shooting quality video on low-cost devices, please consult this Video for Change guide.
While there are many moderately priced digital cameras that are capable of recording high-quality video content, this guide assumes that you are using your mobile phone as the recording device.
Chances are, what you have in front of you will suffice. Most newer devices have default camera apps capable of recording quality video content. You can always install external video recording apps, such as Camera ICS for Android. Many of these external apps are improvements on the built-in camera and offer more robust video features.
We compare several smartphone devices here.
| Device Name | Features |
| Alcatel ONETOUCH Fierce | Cost: US$27.99-US$99.99
OS: Android Camera: 5 Megapixels Video Resolution: 720p HD Battery Life: 8 hours talk time, 19 days standby time |
| Sony Xperia Miro | Cost: US$155
OS: Android Camera: 5 Megapixels Video Resolution: VGA 30 fps Battery Life: 5 hours talk time, 19.5 days standby time |
| Nokia Lumia 521 | Cost: US$0-US$144
OS: Windows Camera: 5 Megapixels Video Resolution: 720p HD Battery Life: 7.5 hours talk time, 12.5 days standby time |
| Samsung Galaxy Express | Cost: US$249
OS: Android Camera: Rear-facing 5 Megapixels; front-facing 1.3 Megapixels Video Resolution: 720p HD Battery Life: 14 hours talk times, 13 days standby time |
| Samsung Galaxy S2 | Cost: US$336-US$415
OS: Android Camera: 8 Megapixels Video Resolution: 1080p Full HD Battery Life: 7 hours talk time, 6.9 days standby time |
| HTC One | Cost: US$149.99-US$649.99
OS: Android Camera: UltraPixel; front camera 2.1 Megapixels Video Resolution: 1080 full HD Battery Life: 18 hours talk time, 20 days standby time |