Samsung SC-DC564

The Samsung SC-DC564 is a 3" DVD-R, 3" DVD+ RW, and 3" DVD-RW-based, consumer camcorder. Compared to other consumer camcorders on the market, it is very inexpensive at around $410. Has a 26x optical zoom, which is somewhat more powerful than some similarly priced camcorders.

Supports manual focus, which helps savvy users to tape in hard to focus situations. This product weighs just 15.2 ounces without battery and media, which is quite light.

Built for those who want the perks of a DVD recordable disc but don't mind the compromises. In view of its very inexpensive price, this camcorder has good features for the money.

Mini DVD camcorders record high quality MPEG-2 footage directly to a mini DVD-R or DVD-RAM and can deliver more than 500 lines of horizontal resolution, depending on camcorder quality.

Recording directly to disc makes it convenient for playing directly in set top players and for storage. Best for trendsetter, home and vacation moviemaker, business videographer.