I just bought a Sony DCR-HC36. I haven't had a chance to really try it out, but it will allow you to take a photo using an optional memory stick pro, even while filming to tape. It has a couple of low light settings, night shot plus and super night shot. You can also film video to the memory stick duo, but you can't tkake a snap shot at the same time.
My daughter is a new cheerleader and I would like something with excellent quality and sound and possibly even take pictures...can anyone help? I have an older JVC model but the tapes are an inconvenience for me!

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