is in the upper end of the mid consumer-grade range. Canon HF S series. Add a handle (search using "Glidecam Stunt bar" or "Scorpion bracket" or "Opteka X-Grip"). There are no (new) camcorders in your price range with a "built-in" handle. The closest I can get is the Panasonic AG-AC7 shoulder-mount which I am not suggesting you get without LOTS more investigation.