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Sony Handycam DCR-HC26

The Sony DCR-HC26 provides impressive size, zoom power and features for a bargain-basement camcorder, but its substandard video quality is disappointing.

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Sony Handycam DCR-SR80

Sony's Handycam DCR-SR80 is a respectable hard-drive-based camcorder if you don't mind its touchscreen interface.

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Sony Handycam DCR-HC36

Unless this camcorder's low-resolution, low-quality stills are important to you, you might as well go for Sony's less expensive DCR-HC26.

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Sony Handycam DCR-HC85

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

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Sony Handycam DCR-HC96

Excellent video quality, a broad feature set, and decent photos make the Sony Handycam DCR-HC96 an excellent choice for those seeking a compact MiniDV camcorder. Navigating the small touch screen may encourage you to stick with its automatic features, however.

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Cameras and camcorders for Father's Day

There are enough digital cameras and camcorders out there to make the clued up, keen-eyed technophile wince. So, we've narrowed down the field a bit to make your Father's Day gift shopping a little bit easier.

Cameras and camcorders for Mother's Day

Give your mum a digital camera or camcorder this Mother's day and help her capture precious moments that will last a lot longer than chocolates or flowers.

The littlest three-chip video cameras

If you're picky about colour in your videos, a three-chip camcorder may be what you need.