Hello all, I'm looking to purchase a mini digital camcorder preferably a JVC or Sony that has at least 16x optical zoom, external mic input and does not have a bottom loading tape mechinisim. I'm looking to pay in the range of 500.00 to 600.00 if that helps. I have not been able to find a camcorder with those specs. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Steve
This one looks good to me. http://reviews.cnet.com/Panasonic_PV_GS15/4505-6500_7-30671353.html?tag=pdtl-list http://www.pricegrabber.com/search_getprod.php?sort_type=bottomline&masterid=2445323&isbn=&pid= Haven't actually purchased on yet either (soon I hope). I have 3 main needs. Zoom (better than 10x), decent low light and batery life. Low motor noise would be nice too . Does anybody know if the Sony IR feature any good? I realize its monochrome. I am thinking or using it to capture wildlife at night.