Ranking: 8.7 out of 10

Features: 2.1-megapixel CCD improves video quality and allows for still-photo shooting; 16:9 recording mode for DVD-RAM, DVD-R, and DVD-RW formats; Video-to-Photo Frame Grab Tool allows you to pull photo stills to an SD card

Description: Proprietary 6th Generation Hitachi technology delivers high quality 2.12 Mega Pixel resolution in a sleek, lightweight and compact design. Oversampling Advanced Image Processing captures more pixels per frame to create a sharper, more detailed image...

List Price: $599.99

Ranking: 8.7 out of 10

Features: NOTE - This camera uses smaller DVD-R or DVD-RAM discs. They are 8cm in size and hold 1.4GB of data or 30 min. of video; 16 - 9 Recording Mode on DVD-RAM - Perfect for widescreen TVs!

Description: Hitachi DZMV580A DVD Camcorder - Camcorders are a terrific way of documenting the important moments in your life. They let you share them with family friends, and preserve them for generations to come...

List Price: $899.99

Ranking: 8.4 out of 10

Features: 1/6-inch CCD imager with 680K resolution; Compatible with DVD-RAM and DVD-R formats; 16x optical zoom with electronic image stabilizer; 2.5 inch LCD monitor

Description: The Hitachi DZ-MV730A Camcorder has all the tools you need for simpler digital video and photography. The incredible 240x digital zoom gets you close to the action while you're filming...

List Price: $499.95

Ranking: 8.1 out of 10

Features: Records video and still images; 16:9 recording mode for DVD-RAM, DVD-R, and DVD-RW formats; 2.7-inch LCD display; 25x optical, 1200x super digital lens

Description: Only proprietary 6th Generation Hitachi technology delivers unmatched performance and convenience to the home movie experience. The four formats of DVD recording and playback offers greater format flexibility than ever before...

List Price: $399.95

Ranking: 7.3 out of 10

Features: 1-megapixel DVD Camcorder with DVD-R/DVD-RAM and SD/MMC memory card recording capability; 10x optical zoom lens (digital zoom to 240x) and advanced stable image stabilization

Description: The DZMV380A represents a revolutionary idea in home movies. This camcorder records directly to DVD, you can remove the DVD-R disc from the camcorder and immediately play it on your home DVD player...

List Price: $999.99

Ranking: 7.2 out of 10

Features: 2.1 megapixel CCD; 16:9 recording mode for both DVD-RAM and DVD-R discs; 10x optical, 240x digital zoom; Analog to digital recording; Records video and still images

Description: The flagship of proprietary Hitachi DVD Camcorder technology, this model delivers high quality 2.12 Mega Pixel resolution in a sleek, lightweight and compact design...

List Price: $899.99

Ranking: 6.9 out of 10

Features: 1.3-megapixel CCD improves video quality and allows for still-photo shooting; 16:9 recording mode for DVD-RAM, DVD-R, and DVD-RW formats; Video-to-Photo Frame Grab Tool allows you to pull photo stills to an SD card

Description: The power of 6th Generation Hitachi DVD Camcorder technology is now available in a lightweight, compact design. 1.3 Mega Pixel resolution captures stunning video that can be recorded in four DVD formats, then finalized with a single button ready for playback...

List Price: $499.95

Ranking: 6.6 out of 10

Description: Because you can record directly to DVD, remove the disc and play it back on a home DVD player (even mail it to friends or family), you can easily share your important moments with family and friends...

List Price: $221.56

Ranking: 6.3 out of 10

Features: 3.3-megapixel CCD improves video quality and allows for still-photo shooting; 16:9 recording mode for DVD-RAM, DVD-R, and DVD-RW formats; Video-to-Photo Frame Grab Tool allows you to pull photo stills to an SD card

Description: Digital picture quality is largely dependent upon the number of pixels used to capture an image. Like a digital still camera, the CCD pixel count is essential for creating a vibrant life-like picture...

List Price: $799.95

Ranking: 5.0 out of 10

Features: 680K pixel CCD; 16:9 recording mode for both DVD-RAM and DVD-R discs; 16x optical, 240x digital zoom; Analog to digital recording; Records video and still images

Description: Only proprietary Hitachi technology delivers unmatched performance and convenience to the home movie experience. The DVD-R and DVD-Ram 16: 9 formats deliver the ultimate in recording and editing options...

List Price: $599.99