F/1.8-1.9 Digital Camcorders

The Bottom Line: As a scaled-down version of JVC's GZ-HD7, the GZ-HD3 ditches some of the fancier features, but its price is still higher than we'd like for this camcorder.

Specs: Camcorder, 3CCD, 10 x, Hard disk drive, 1.3 lbs

The Bottom Line: If this camcorder cost $500, we'd give it a much higher rating. But for its quadruple-digit price, we expect far better performance and video quality from the JVC Everio GZ-HD7.

Specs: Camcorder, 3CCD, 10 x, Hard disk drive, 1.5 lbs

The Bottom Line: As the only single-chip consumer high-def camcorder, the JVC GR-HD1 is the ultimate for amateur videographers with HDTVs. But pros should look for an HD camera with more advanced features.

Specs: Camcorder, CCD, 10 x, Mini DV, 2.9 lbs

Specs: Camcorder, 3CCD, 10 x, Hard disk drive, 16.9 oz

Specs: Camcorder, CCD, 10 x, Mini DV, 2.9 lbs