[Alex4]

I'm looking for a camcorder, and I am seeking advice as to which is a good choice. I plan on spending between 600-900 CAD. Roughly 479-720 USA. I want something that with auto shake dampening, and is easy to transfer to my computer. I would also like it to have sharp, crisp video, and optical zoom. Any advice would be appreciated.

[linskyjack]

Optical zoom is bogus---terrible---having said that, this is a 3CCD camera that I highly recommend---Panasonic PV-GS250---------You can get it for between 620-740--It meets all your requirements and is considered by most to be best in class.

[toddfather]

I agree, the Panasonic 3 CCD cameras are very good. I bought one of the earlier versions and it works great! The only issue these cameras have is that low light shooting is not the best.

[linskyjack]

Yup---given the consitency of other variables, 3CCD is always better then 1CCD.