The standard in video for decades, VHS is a dying technology, replaced by the convenience and quality of digital video. VHS stands for video home system and rapidly became a household commodity throughout the '80s. Although it is no longer widely used in camcorders, the simplicity of the format is what truly revolutionized the concept of home video.

Early VHS camcorders were bulky because they usually had to accommodate full-size tapes. As an answer, the VHS-C format was created. VHS-C uses exactly the same type of analog magnetic tape, except that the outer casing is significantly smaller. This allowed manufacturers such as JVC and RCA to create products that were more compact. An adapter tape was generally used to allow the smaller tapes to play in regular VHS decks.

One of the main advantages consumers can take advantage of when there is a change in the 'technological guard,' is that older systems drop significantly in price. This is the case with VHS-C cameras, which are still available, but no longer in high demand. For individuals looking to purchase a camcorder but who are only willing to pay a small amount, VHS is still a good solution.

One of the main issues with VHS camcorders is the durability of the images they capture. Digital technology never loses its quality when stored properly. VHS, on the other hand, is easily degradable, especially if copies need to be made. Additionally, editing footage shot on VHS is more difficult as it needs to be converted into digital format. Nevertheless, as an inexpensive solution, a VHS camcorder will still be capable of delivering decent results.