Best Camcorders - Built-In Memory Memory Card Type, true MPEG Movie Mode, 1 to * CCD Quantity, 700 to 3500 x Digital Zoom

'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.'

'Active Mode generally competent'

'It weighs next to nothing.'

'Superb 16x optical zoom.'

'The rectangle design also makes this Sony DCR-SX44/R Camcorder compact and due to its shape it remains secure in your hands while filming. '

'The new Wide-Angle setting captures beautiful images of wide landscapes and allows large groups of people to fit into the frame, making it highly versatile for use in all kinds of shooting situations. '

'the onboard memory will be sufficient for over three and a half hours of footage.'

'Great video quality'

'vivid color'

'The record button is less stiff, and the wheel is easier to manipulate as well.'

'Supports manual focus, which helps intermediate users to tape in hard-to-focus situations. '

'The VPC-WH1 offers a 30x optical zoom, 2-megapixel still photo capture, and Sanyo's new noise reduction technology. '

'in the Digital Camcorder Buying Guide Video cameras using a memory card format are able to achieve an ultracompact design.'