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Mini camcorder for web videos

*Est. $150 Compare Prices

This iPod-sized camcorder shoots mediocre video and is nearly devoid of features. But reviews report that it is so simple to use, a child can do it. That's exactly what many consumers are looking for, experts say, and… most admire how well the Pure Digital Flip Mino performs in that regard. It's especially ideal for those looking to create videos to upload to the web. While there are certainly better choices if top -- or even good quality -- video are an important concern. However, the Pure Digital Flip Mino delivers exactly what its designed for -- no-fuss fun.

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CamcorderInfo.com: In its usual thorough fashion, CamcorderInfo.com evaluates every aspect of the Pure Digital Flip Mino. This multi-page review ...

PC World: PC World has reviewed only two SD camcorders lately: the Pure Digital Flip Mino and the Creative Vado. Reviewer Tim Moynihan does ...

CNet.com: CNet's one-page reviews are easy to read and do a nice job covering each camcorder's strengths and weaknesses. This review ...

PCMag.com: PC Magazine's one-page review is based on testing, and covers all major aspects of the Pure Digital Flip Mino. Reviewer Brian ...

Macworld: Like other reviews, Macworld's review of the Pure Digital Flip Mino compares it with the Flip Ultra. In this concise write-up, ...

Amazon.com: The Pure Digital Flip Mino was the highest rated SD camcorder at Amazon.com when we checked, averaging 4.5 stars in more than 200 ...

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Full-featured SD camcorder

Canon ZR900

*Est. $230 Compare Prices

As HD camcorders drop in price, fewer and fewer full-featured SD camcorders remain, and fewer still make economic sense. This Canon camcorder is a notable exception. Video quality is very good, especially under good… lighting conditions, and a night mode delivers low light performance that, while far from stellar, is at least viewable. Unexpected features at this price point include optical image stabilization, which limits the effects of handshake, especially at the long end of this camera's generous 37X optical zoom, and a microphone input. It records to DV tapes, which is the easiest format to work with for editing your footage. One thing that's missing is the ability to take still photos.

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ConsumerReports.org: Consumer Reports' individual review of the Canon ZR900 is brief, but it does assign the camcorder a rating in five major areas, ...

ConsumerGuide.com: This review mostly describes the features of the Canon ZR900, and how they compare to the previous year's Canon ZR800. A ...

Amazon.com: The Canon ZR900 had accumulated eight customer reviews at Amazon.com when we checked, averaging 3.5 out of 5 stars. Most reviews ...

CameraWorld.com: This site's user reviews aren't as extensive as those at other sites, and all of the reviews posted here for the ZR900 were ...

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Underwater camcorder

Sanyo Xacti VPC-E1

*Est. $365 Compare Prices

Reviews agree that on land, video shot with the Sanyo Xacti VPC-E1 is nothing special. But this camcorder is recommended for its one big trick -- it is waterproof to a depth of five feet. Underwater, experts are extremely… impressed by the Sanyo's video quality. An excellent microphone captures underwater gurgles. The Sanyo Xacti is a great choice for snorkelers and swimmers, but if you plan to shoot mainly on dry land, the Flip Mino delivers similar video quality for less than half the price.

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Videomaker.com: Reviewer Mark Montgomery tests every aspect of the Sanyo VPC-E1 -- not only its controls, but also how easily they operate ...

Laptop Magazine: Reviewer Mike Spitalieri tests the VPC-E1 in a swimming pool, evaluating its usability, still photos and video both above and ...

CNet.com: Reviewer Lori Grunin tests the Sanyo VPC-E1 both on land and underwater, noting its good qualities as well as its drawbacks. She ...

The New York Times: While this New York Times article is centered on still cameras that shoot underwater, the Sanyo Xacti VPC-E1 is also covered. ...

Amazon.com: Consumers posting at Amazon.com give the Sanyo Xacti VPC-E1 generally good grades, and the camcorder garners 4 out of 5 stars ...

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