Canon XL2

Excellent – Not perfect, but the best miniDV camera ever made, and with the advent of HD(V) will remain the best. Currently still being manufactured, and now available at prices competitive with top range consumer videocams. Native 16:9, changeable lens, form, presets. SD only

Good – Definitely a great camera especially if you like to record indoors, but not as ideal for outdoors, so if that's what you're after then look elsewhere. It has lots of features and even though it is a bit costly, it's a fantastic product. :) Native 16:9, there is a changeable lens, it has a pro look, it's very sleek and an amazing product. It is… Read more

extremely professional, and was even used to film 28 Days Later, among other things. It looks a bit like an alien, it's weight can be a bit annoying sometimes, and it only takes SD cards.