Best Camcorders - true Color Viewfinder, 1 to * CCD Quantity, High Definition Recording Format, true Digital Still Shot Mode, 2 to 3 in. LCD Panel Size

'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.'

'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. '

'new Custom Key button'

'The lens is very similar to the HV30 with spectra coating (to reduce flare and ghosting), aspheric design, but adds a neutral density (ND) filter to improve performance in bright environments.'

'astonishing high definition detail and color reproduction'

'Best-in-class handling and manual control'

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

'Affordable price.'

'slim design'

'Best deal around with this feature set.".'

'two-channel balanced audio inputs'

'The JVC GY-HM100U is very well designed for pro shooters, balancing functionality and size.'

'Shoots to SDHC card.'

'JVC has today formally introduced its newest ProHD camcorder, a compact shoulder professional series GY-HM700, designed for mainstream production to provide fastest shoot-to-edit workflow with low-cost solid-state media storage made ready. '

'superb lens'