In your quest for a great high-definition camcorder with quality optics, the Canon HV20 incorporates a thoughtfully-designed ergonomic body with a blend of features worthy of higher-priced camcorders including true 1080 high-definition resolution video, a 16:9 format, and the convenience of Mini DV cassette tapes. Video is captured by a 1/2.7" CMOS image sensor and an RGB primary color filter, which allows for HD footage containing deep, rich, accurate colors and natural-looking tones, similar to what you'd obtain from 3CCD camcorders. Since you see more detail in HD filming, the Canon HV20 enables you to easily switch between manual and auto focus modes. And if you're an aspiring moviemaker, the 24p Cinema Mode and CINE settings enable you to acquire a professional "film look"

The Sony HDR-SR7 is an advanced AVCHD high-definition video camcorder that captures and stores your footage onto an internal 60GB hard-disk-drive (HDD). Sporting a professional-grade Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens with anti-reflective coatings and a large 1/2.9" ClearVid CMOS image sensor, the Sony HDR-SR7 renders high-definition imagery with rich colors and exceptional detail. By adjusting recording times and resolutions, recording times can vary from up to 8 hours at hi-res mode down to 41 hours in the standard-definition record mode. Additional features designed to enhance your video efforts include a 2.7" wide hybrid LCD monitor, Super SteadyShot Image Stabilization to minimize the 'shakes', and x.v. Color technology which captures and displays nearly twice as many (1.8x) viewable colors vividly for a more natural, lifelike experience. An active interface shoe mount, external microphone input, and Memory Stick PRO media card slot are also on tap to augment your recording capabilities

The Panasonic HDC-SD5 high-definition camcorder, with full-HD 1920x1080 resolution, records video and still images onto SD or SDHC flash media cards. This small form factor camcorder incorporates a wealth of features including a pro-quality Leica Dicomar lens, three 1/6" image sensors, advanced optical image stabilization for hand-vibration compensation, and an advanced pure-color engine image processor. To add convenience and versatility in organizing and maintaining your original full-HD recordings, this terrific little high-definition camcorder kit comes bundled with a DVD burner, which allows you to download and burn video for archiving and/or storage purposes directly from the camcorder through an optional USB cable. HD Writer Software (included) allows you to burn a DVD of your finished efforts from your PC.

The JVC GZ-MG130 allows you the choice of recording video and/or still pictures to an internal 30GB hard disk drive (up to 37.5 hours of video) as well as SD or SDHC (high-capacity) memory cards in MPEG-2 format, a high-resolution format that rivals DVD quality. Whether you want to record action on the sports field or in the school auditorium, the camera's long, 32x optical zoom will bring you up-close to your subjects. Once you have captured your footage, the camcorder's user-friendly graphical interface allows you to navigate your way around your video and stills by displaying thumbnails of frames. Click a frame and you're transported to the corresponding segment of video. The built-in swivel 2.7" clear LCD monitor makes framing your shots a snap, and is designed to cut glare in outdoor light. JVC incorporates its advanced Megabrid Engine image processor, which separates the processing requirements for video and stills independently, resulting in zero compromise to the viewing quality of either mode. The kit includes editing and authoring DVD software, including Digital Photo Navigator and CyberLink DVD Solution for Windows users.

Anyone can make and share video with the light & compact Flip Video Ultra. This camcorder can go anywhere you go, making it easier to capture those “wish you were here” moments. Point-and-shoot simplicity takes your mind off of worrying about settings, letting you focus on what’s really important. The 2GB internal memory records 60 minutes of your impressive video and still images, and downloads internet-ready files for e-mailing and video-sharing sites. Plug into the USB port on your computer, and the included Flip software helps you organize and archive your footage easily. The software also publishes your masterpieces directly to YouTube and AOL Video. This simple-to-operate, go-anywhere camcorder is fun to use, comes in 4 varieties of color, and brings enjoyment and delight when shared with family and friends.

Shoot breathtaking vistas or family videos and photos, all at the touch of a button. DVD camcorders offer us all, friendly and immediate playback of our video recordings in addition to their valuable archiving characteristics. The Samsung SC-DC173U DVD camcorder is a great choice if you’re looking for an affordable, convenient DVD digital camcorder. It has a variety of features that make it easy to record awesome footage in standard, panoramic, or 16:9 wide-screen modes. You have choices of recording video to DVD-R (write-once), DVD-R/W (re-writeable), DVD+R/+RW, DVD+R DL (dual-layer), or still image captures onto popular SD/MMC memory cards. With the camera’s long 34x optical, 1200x digital zoom, in conjunction with the 2.7” camcorder LCD monitor, you are assured that you won't miss a single detail.

The exceptional Canon ZR-800 is a high-performance Mini DV camcorder with advanced image processing. It does a great job of capturing high-quality video in auto mode and provides a generous array of features to satisfy advanced amateurs. Canon, known for optical excellence, equips this camcorder with a 35x optical, 1000x digital zoom lens. To assure that your captured footage maintains a steady and smooth look, Canon combines the “smooth zoom control” mode, which provides you with smooth gradual zoom speed control settings, with an advanced image stabilization system. As a result, at full maximum telephoto zoom, your footage will be unwavering and not jittery. To enjoy viewing your footage on your new flat widescreen home theater system monitor, choose to film in the camera’s high-resolution 16:9 widescreen format mode. Your video imagery will glow with exceptional color, clarity, and clean sound. To achieve more professional excellence in filming, the external microphone input jack allows you the opportunity to record enhanced audio with the use of an optional external microphone. In addition, the camera’s level and grid markers, in the viewfinder, assist you in composing the perfect shot time after time.