Best Camcorders - true Color Viewfinder, 0 to 3 in. Depth

'Small.'

'In-camera video effects.'

'The Kodak Playtouch is a pocket-sized, handheld HD camcorder that shoots high-definition videos and captures 5MP stills. '

'The Kodak also impressed us with the way it handled light, being quick to adjust itself when going from dark to bright. '

'The CX550V has a nice array of features including manual focus, aperture and shutter control, and multi-channel audio recording. '

'remarkably smooth video'

'(For serial videographers a Memory Stick slot is also included, though we can’t imagine anyone needing the additional space.) '

'Image quality is exceptional'

'sharp video quality'

'Landscape/macro toggle .'

'The video is compressed using H.264, so the top data rate is relatively generous for 1,440 x 1,080 footage.'

'With Instant AF enabled, the autofocus works quickly, and the Push AF, which activates an Instant AF override in manual-focus mode, speeds manual focus considerably.'

'Good video quality'

'two-inch, bright LCD screen'

'The simple point-and-shoot capabilities make it easy to aim and record without having to push several buttons.'