The Bottom Line: The Hitachi DZ-BD10HA is the most hybrid of hybrid camcorders and still manages good video and photo quality. But it's also slow and expensive.
Specs: Camcorder, CMOS, 10 x, 3" BD-R, 3" BD-RE, DVD-R (8cm), DVD-RW (8 cm), DVD-RAM (8 cm), Hard disk drive, 17.6 oz
The Bottom Line: While it has its flaws and is a bit expensive, the ultrasimple Flip Video MinoHD produces impressive video for a camcorder of its size.
Specs: Camcorder, CMOS, Flash card, 3.3 oz
The Bottom Line: The JVC Everio GZ-MG730 produces acceptable standard-def video and good photos in bright light, but considering its price tag, it's ultimately disappointing.
Specs: Camcorder, CCD, 10 x, Hard disk drive, 11.8 oz
The Bottom Line: The JVC Everio GZ-MS100 is an average budget SD-card-based camcorder that's more attractive for its small design and relatively average video quality than its unique interface and one-touch uploads to YouTube.
Specs: Camcorder, CCD, 35 x, Flash card, 7.9 oz
Specs: Camcorder, CCD, 35 x, Flash card, 6.8 megapixels, 7.9 oz
The Bottom Line: The Panasonic SDR-SW20's only saving grace is its water-, shock-, and dust-proof body (and even those have limitations). Otherwise, there's no reason to buy this pocket camcorder.
Specs: Camcorder, CCD, 10 x, Flash card, 1.2 lbs
Specs: Camcorder, CCD, 10 x, Flash card, 7.9 oz
The Bottom Line: Like its cousin, the flash-based HF11, Canon's Vixia HG20 delivers excellent HD video quality and performance albeit in a slightly larger, heavier package. However, you do get more storage space and a lower price.
Specs: Camcorder, CMOS, 12 x, Flash card, Hard disk drive, 16.4 oz
The Bottom Line: If you don't want to, need to, or simply can't shell out a couple hundred dollars more for an HD camcorder, the Sony Handycam DCR-SR85 delivers decent SD video and copious recording time.
Specs: Camcorder, Advanced HAD CCD, 25 x, Hard disk drive, 12.7 oz
