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'relatively healthy 12x optical zoom'

'The TM700’s on screen menu is fairly easy to navigate although it does require a bit of scrolling to get at some functions.'

'Good range of manual features.'

'The HDR-CX160 features several automated modes for better recording, including Optical SteadyShot for more stable videos, Tracking Focus to keep focus on a moving object, and Wind Noise Reduction. '

'Active Mode generally competent'

'It weighs next to nothing.'

'Superb 16x optical zoom.'

'Best-in-class handling and manual control'

'astonishing 700x digital zoom'