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Want to buy a good Camcorder ASAP- Please advise !!

Mar 7, 2006 2:22PM PST

I would like to buy a good camcorder in the price range of $250-$400. This is for making home videos. Experts please advise me..I want to buy this within next Friday.
Help me please !!!
Thanks,
Gopi

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Sony Handycam DCR-HC21 Mini DV Digital Camcorder
Mar 7, 2006 4:52PM PST

Hi Gopi,

For home use you can use "Sony Handycam DCR-HC21 Mini DV Digital Camcorder" which is your given range. Its good camcorder for personal video shootings.
You can find the comparision at http://www.inods.com

Vikram

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Mini DV
Mar 7, 2006 8:08PM PST

The HC21 has been replaced by the HC24. Also within your range is the HC-36.

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Thanks- Camcorder which is compatible with PAL
Mar 11, 2006 11:12PM PST

Thanks for the reply. Does any one have idea on PAL camcorders? I am looking for a Camcorder which is compatible with PAL color system.