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• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 18 reviews

Specs: CCD, None, 1.1 lbs, 20 x x Zoom lens - 2.8 mm - 56 mm - F/1.6-3.2, Canon ZR85 - Camcorder - Consumer - Mini DV, 3.7 in, 2.1 in, 5.5 in

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• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 25 reviews

Specs: CCD, None, 1.5 lbs, 6.3 in, 10 x x Zoom lens - 3.7 mm - 37 mm - F/1.8-2.0, Sony Handycam DCR-TRV38 - Camcorder - Consumer - Mini DV, 3.6 in, 2.8 in

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Specs: 3 ClearVid CMOS, 4.9 lbs, Sony HVR-Z5E - Camcorder - Professional - Mini DV (HDV), 17.8 in, 7.4 in, 6.7 in, 20 x x Zoom lens - 4.1 mm - 82 mm

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Specs: 3CCD, 5.01 megapixels, None, 5.5 lbs, 8.7 in, Canon XL H1S - Camcorder - Professional - Mini DV (HDV), 19.5 in, 20 x x Zoom lens - 5.4 mm - 108 mm - F/1.6-3.5 L IS III Canon XL, 8.9 in

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  2.5 stars Average

  Overall score: 5.7 (2.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 7 reviews

The Bottom Line: It's a better still camera than most camcorders, but the SC-D6550 nonetheless forces compromises compared to individual products. Read review

Specs: CCD, 690 g, Samsung DuoCam SC-D6550 - Camcorder / digital camera combo - Mini DV, 81.5 cm, 94 cm, 10 x x Zoom lens, 137 cm

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• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 29 reviews

Specs: Advanced HAD CCD, None, 0.9 lbs, 3.5 in, 4.4 in, Sony Handycam DCR-HC42 - Camcorder - Consumer - Mini DV, 2.2 in, 12 x x Zoom lens - 3 mm - 36 mm - F/1.8-2.5

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• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 5 reviews

Specs: CCD, None, 4.4 lbs, 17 in, 8.4 in, 8.9 in, Panasonic AG-DVC7 - Camcorder - Consumer - Mini DV, 15 x x Zoom lens - 3.1 mm - 46.5 mm - F/1.8

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  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.4 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 10 reviews

The Bottom Line: The DCR-HC85 is easy to use and compact, but we expect better video quality from a camcorder in its class. Read review

Specs: CCD, Pop-up flash, 1.3 lbs, 6.8 in, 2.7 in, 3.5 in, 10 x x Zoom lens - 4.5 mm - 45 mm - F/1.8-2.1, Sony Handycam DCR-HC85 - Camcorder - Consumer - Mini DV

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  Overall score: 6.0 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Samsung SC-D453 is a compact bargain if you're shooting primarily outdoors, but its indoor performance is extremely poor. Read review

Specs: CCD, None, 0.9 lbs, Samsung SC-D453 - Camcorder - Consumer - Mini DV, 4 in, 3 in, 10 x x Zoom lens - F/1.8-2.4, 2.1 in

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Specs: 3CCD, None, 5.3 lbs, 8.9 in, 19.5 in, 8.7 in, Canon XL H1 - Camcorder - Professional - Mini DV (HDV)

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  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.8 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: A decent pocket camcorder that's also a makeshift snapshot camera, the Canon Optura S1 is not an optimal choice for indoor shooting. Read review

Specs: CCD, 2.0 megapixels, Built-in flash, 0.9 lbs, 4.1 in, Canon Optura S1 - Camcorder - Consumer - Mini DV, 2.9 in, 2.1 in, 10 x x Zoom lens - 4.05 mm - 40.5 mm - F/1.8-2.8

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• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 2 reviews

Specs: CCD, 0.9 lbs, 4 in, 2.6 in, 10 x x Zoom lens, Panasonic Ultra-Compact Digital Palmcorder PV-GS55 - Camcorder - Consumer - Mini DV, 3.1 in

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  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 19 reviews

The Bottom Line: This pocket MiniDV camcorder excels outdoors, and back home, you'll love the Handycam Station dock. Read review

Specs: CCD, 1.0 megapixels, None, 1.1 lbs, 10 x x Zoom lens - 3.2 mm - 32 mm - F/1.8-2.3, 3.9 in, 2 in, 3.8 in, Sony Handycam DCR-PC109 - Camcorder - Consumer - Mini DV

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• Average user rating: 2.0 stars out of 3 reviews

Specs: CCD, None, 1.3 lbs, 10 x x Zoom lens - 3.2 mm - 32 mm - F/1.8-2.3, 6.8 in, 3.5 in, 2.7 in, Sony Handycam DCR-HC65 - Camcorder - Consumer - Mini DV

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  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.9 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 6 reviews

The Bottom Line: Canon's feature-packed camcorder shoots very good daylight footage but has reason to be scared of the dark. Read review

Specs: CCD, Built-in flash, 1.1 lbs, 5.2 in, 3.2 in, 10 x x Zoom lens - 4.6 mm - 46 mm - F/1.8-2.8, Canon Optura 50 - Camcorder - Consumer - Mini DV, 2.8 in

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• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 1 review

Specs: 3 ClearVid CMOS, None, 13.9 lbs, 12 x x Zoom lens - 4.4 mm - 52.8 mm - F/1.6-2.0, Sony HVR-S270U - Camcorder - Professional - Mini DV (HDV), - DVCAM

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  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 13 reviews

The Bottom Line: A very good pocket camcorder that, in a pinch, can double as a decent snapshot camera. Read review

Specs: CCD, 2.0 megapixels, Built-in flash, 1.1 lbs, Canon Optura 500 - Camcorder - Consumer - Mini DV, 10 x x Zoom lens - 4.7 mm - 47 mm - F/1.8-2.4, 2.1 in, 4 in, 4.2 in

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Specs: ClearVid CMOS, None, 6 lbs, 10 x x Zoom lens - 4.4 mm - 54 mm, Sony HVR-HD1000E - Camcorder - Professional - Mini DV (HDV)

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Specs: CCD, Pop-up flash, 1.3 lbs, 4.8 in, Sony Handycam DCR-PC110 - Camcorder - Consumer - Mini DV, 4.8 in, 2.4 in, 10 x x Zoom lens - 4.2 mm - 42 mm - F/1.8-2.2

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Specs: 3CCD, None, 3.3 lbs, Sony Handycam DCR-VX2100 - Camcorder - Consumer - Mini DV, 12 x x Zoom lens - 6 mm - 72 mm - F/1.6-2.4, 15.5 in, 6.3 in, 4.7 in

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Specs: 3CCD, 5.01 megapixels, None, 5.5 lbs, 8.9 in, 20 x x Zoom lens - 5.4 mm - 108 mm - F/1.6-3.5 L IS III Canon XL, Canon XL H1A - Camcorder - Professional - Mini DV (HDV), 19.5 in, 8.7 in

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  Overall score: 5.4 (2.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: Unless portability is your primary consideration, you can find better choices than this petite underachiever. Read review

Specs: Advanced HAD CCD, None, 0.7 lbs, 10 x x Zoom lens - 2.3 mm - 23 mm - F/1.7-2.2, Sony Handycam DCR-PC55/S - Camcorder - Consumer - Mini DV, 2.8 in, 1.8 in, 3.9 in

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  Overall score: 6.8 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 8 reviews

The Bottom Line: A very good pocket camcorder that, in a pinch, can double as a decent snapshot camera. With a higher-resolution LCD and a video light, the Optura 500 is a better bet, though. Read review

Specs: CCD, 2.0 megapixels, Built-in flash, 1.1 lbs, Canon Optura 400 - Camcorder - Consumer - Mini DV, 4.2 in, 10 x x Zoom lens - 4.7 mm - 47 mm - F/1.8-2.4, 2.1 in, 4 in

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Specs: 3CCD, None, 3.7 lbs, 10 x x Zoom lens - 4.5 mm - 45 mm - F/1.6, 5.5 in, Panasonic AG-DVX100B - Camcorder - Professional - Mini DV, 14.3 in, 6.3 in

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Specs: CCD, None, 1.1 lbs, 5.6 in, JVC GR-D30 - Camcorder - Consumer - Mini DV, 16 x x Zoom lens - 2.7 mm - 43.2 mm - F/1.6, 3.7 in, 2.7 in