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• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.6 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.0 stars out of 4 reviews

The Bottom Line: If you're looking for a simple shoot-and-share minicamcorder, the Bloggie Touch is a good option--that is, as long as you understand its limitations. Read review

Specs: Exmor CMOS, 12.8 megapixels, 4.4 oz, Sony Bloggie Touch MHS-TS10 - Camcorder - Pocket - Internal flash memory, 4.2 in, 2 in, 0.6 in, Lens - F/2.8

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  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 2 reviews

Specs: BSI-CMOS, 7.6 oz, 2 in, JVC Everio GZ-E200 - Camcorder - Consumer - Flash card, 2.2 in, 4.7 in, 40 x x Zoom lens - 2.9 mm - 116 mm - F/1.8

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  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 4 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Samsung HMX-W200 might be a little less impressive than its specs, but it's still a very good rugged minicamcorder for the money. Read review

Specs: BSI-CMOS, 4.6 oz, 2.3 in, Lens - 4.3 mm - F/2.2, Samsung HMX-W200 - Camcorder - Pocket - Flash card, 0.8 in, 4.4 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.7 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 13 reviews

The Bottom Line: Its small size and attractive price might draw you to the Sony Handycam HDR-CX150, but this bare-bones camcorder just barely delivers on the promise of HD quality. Read review

Specs: Exmor R CMOS, 7.4 oz, Sony Handycam HDR-CX150 - Camcorder - Consumer - Flash card, 2 in, 25 x x Zoom lens - 2.5 mm - 62.5 mm - F/1.8-3.2, 2.2 in, 4.5 in

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  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.8 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: A functional trio of camcorders, the Panasonic HDC-SD80, TM80, and HS80 are notable for their manual exposure controls (unusual for their price class) and well-designed touch-screen interface, but otherwise you can find better options. Of the three, the SD80 is the best choice simply on price. Read review

Specs: MOS, 6.8 oz, 2 in, Panasonic HDC-TM80 - Camcorder - Consumer - Flash card, 34 x x Zoom lens - 2.38 mm - 81 mm - F/1.8-4, 2.3 in, 4.3 in

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  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 1 review

Specs: CMOS, 7.8 oz, 4.7 in, 2.2 in, 52 x x Zoom lens - 2.1 mm - 109.2 mm - F/1.8-4.9, 2.1 in, Samsung HMX-F80 - Camcorder - Consumer - Flash card

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  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: MOS, Built-in flash, 8 oz, 2.6 in, 4.7 in, 2.1 in, Panasonic HC-V500 - Camcorder - Consumer - Flash card, 38 x x Zoom lens - 2.35 mm - 89.3 mm - F/1.8-4.2

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  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
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Specs: MOS, 6.4 oz, 2 in, 2.4 in, 4.4 in, Panasonic HC-V100 - Camcorder - Consumer - Flash card, 34 x x Zoom lens - 2.38 mm - 81 mm - F/1.8-4.0

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  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
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Specs: BSI MOS, 6.5 oz, 38 x x Zoom lens - 2.35 mm - 89.3 mm - F/1.8-4.2, 4.5 in, 2.1 in, 2.4 in, Panasonic HC-V201 - Camcorder - Consumer - Flash card

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.6 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 10 reviews

The Bottom Line: If you're looking for a simple shoot-and-share minicamcorder, the Bloggie Touch is a good option--that is, as long as you understand its limitations. Read review

Specs: Exmor CMOS, 12.8 megapixels, 4.4 oz, Sony Bloggie Touch MHS-TS20 - Camcorder - Pocket - Internal flash memory, Lens - 5.3 mm - F/2.8, 2 in, 4.2 in, 0.6 in

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  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: Sony's Bloggie Duo minicamcorder makes it easier to be part of your own movie clips and photos. But that's about all it does. Read review

Specs: Exmor CMOS, 4.9 oz, 4.3 in, Sony Bloggie Duo MHS-FS2 - Camcorder - Pocket - Internal flash memory, Lens - 4.1 mm - F/2.8, 2.2 in, 0.7 in

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  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 55 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Flip Video UltraHD may not be the sexiest mini camcorder out there, but it offers a respectable feature set and some of the best video we've seen from this type of cheap, YouTube-friendly camcorder. Read review

Specs: CMOS, 6 oz, 2.2 in, Flip Video UltraHD 2hrs - Camcorder - Pocket - Internal flash memory, 4.3 in, 1.2 in, Lens - F/2.4

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  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: Exmor R CMOS, 7.4 oz, 2.3 in, Sony Handycam HDR-PJ200 - Camcorder - Consumer - Flash card, 25 x x Zoom lens - 2.5 mm - 62.5 mm - F/1.8-3.2, 2.2 in, 4.5 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.2 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 4 reviews

The Bottom Line: The four sibling models--the JVC Everio GZ-HM300, HM320, HM340, and HD500--deliver subpar video for even their dirt-cheap prices. Read review

Specs: CMOS, 1.37 megapixels, None, 7.6 oz, 20 x x Zoom lens - 3 mm - 60 mm - F/1.8-3.5, 4.5 in, JVC Everio GZ-HM320 - Camcorder - Consumer - Flash card, 2.4 in, 2 in

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  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.7 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 8 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Contour+ sports camera is simple to use, with pro-level flexibility and quality; however, Contour's lower-priced options may be more appropriate for casual users. Read review

Specs: 5.3 oz

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  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 22 reviews

The Bottom Line: Still one of the nicest models available, the second-generation Flip MinoHD offers a slightly improved design, double the memory, and an HDMI output for the same price that the original MinoHD used to cost. Read review

Specs: CMOS, Built-in, 4.1 oz, 1.97 in, Camcorder, Flip Video MinoHD M2120M - Pocket - Flash card, 3.94 in, 0.66 in, - F/2.4, Lens

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  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.2 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The Panasonic SDR-S50 standard-definition camcorder is worth considering for its manual controls and powerful zoom lens in a very compact body--not video quality. Read review

Specs: CCD, 7.5 oz, 2.5 in, 4.2 in, 70 x x Zoom lens - 1.48 mm - 104 mm - F/1.9-5.7, 2.2 in, Panasonic SDR-S50N - Camcorder - Consumer - Flash card

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.7 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.0 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: Its small size and attractive price might draw you to the Sony Handycam HDR-CX150 and CX110, but these bare-bones camcorders just barely delivers on the promise of HD quality. Read review

Specs: Exmor R CMOS, 7.4 oz, 2 in, 25 x x Zoom lens - 2.5 mm - 62.5 mm - F/1.8-3.2, Sony Handycam HDR-CX110 - Camcorder - Consumer - Flash card, 4.5 in, 2.2 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.8 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The standard Ion Air Pro is a rugged sports camcorder that is easy to use with many thoughtful features, but the addition of Wi-Fi and app connectivity makes it a truly standout camera. Read review

Specs: CMOS, 0.3 lbs, 1.5 in, Fixed focus - f/2.8, 4.2 in

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  2.5 stars Average

  Overall score: 5.8 (2.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The rugged GE DV1minicamcorder is OK for casual Web videos. If you need more than that, look elsewhere. Read review

Specs: CMOS, 5.1 oz, Lens - 5.5 mm - F/2.8, 2.2 in, 0.8 in, GE Active Series DV-1 - Camcorder - Pocket - Flash card, 4.1 in

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  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 7 reviews

Specs: Advanced HAD CCD, 6.7 oz, 60 x x Zoom lens - 1.8 mm - 108 mm - F/1.8-6.0, 4.4 in, 2.2 in, 2 in, Sony Handycam DCR-SX44 - Camcorder - Consumer - Flash card

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  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 3 reviews

Specs: CCD, 7.7 oz, 2.2 in, 4.7 in, Samsung SMX-F50 - Camcorder - Consumer - Flash card, 2.1 in, 52 x x Zoom lens - 2.1 mm - 109 mm - F/1.8-4.9

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  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: BSI-CMOS, 6.5 oz, 40 x x Zoom lens - 2.9 mm - 116 mm - F/1.8-6.3, 2.2 in, 2 in, 4.4 in, JVC Everio GZ-E100 - Camcorder - Consumer - Flash card

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.6 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 8 reviews

The Bottom Line: Though its video isn't perfect, the Canon FS200 is one of the better standard-definition consumer camcorders available. Read review

Specs: CCD, 7.9 oz, Canon FS200 - Camcorder - Consumer - Flash card, 2.3 in, 2.2 in, 4.8 in, 37 x x Zoom lens - 2.6 mm - 96.2 mm - F/2.0-5.2

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  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: BSI-CMOS, 7.6 oz, 4.7 in, JVC Everio GZ-HM35 - Camcorder - Consumer - Flash card, 40 x x Zoom lens - 2.9 mm - 116 mm - F/1.8, 2.2 in, 2 in