1. a small, handheld video camera designed to fit in the palm of the hand, typically used for personal or amateur recording
Usage: trademark (originally); dated/nostalgic (technology from 1990s–2000s era)

Examples

• She used a palmcorder to record her child's first steps.
• The palmcorder was revolutionary for its time, allowing anyone to shoot video without professional equipment.
• He pulled out his palmcorder to capture the concert footage.
• Palmcorders became less common as smartphones gained better video capabilities.
• The vintage palmcorder still works, though the tapes are difficult to find now.