Best DV Camcorders - 1 to * CCD Quantity, CMOS Image Sensor Type, 0 to 13 x Optical Zoom, true Digital Still Shot Mode

'streamlined user interface'

'The camera includes 32GB of built-in flash memory and supports SDHC cards, and it encodes the video as AVCHD files with data rates up to 24 mbps, the format's maximum capability. '

'The camcorder earned an audio score of Good, with noticeably better clarity and volume than rival camcorders offered. '

'impressively deep and professional manual controls'

'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'

'It was easy to get used to shooting with the DSR-PD150, and the camera was very forgiving.'

'definitely worthy of consideration by the pro-sumer, wedding videographer, and special event Discovery Channel types.'