Bag-friendly 'corders that deliver HD video and stellar snaps
Best big camcorders


1. Sony HDR-CX350
£750, www.sony.co.uk
Love: Top images and crisp sound from a compact hi-def unit
Hate: Touchscreen icons can be fiddly. relatively expensive

2. JVC Everio GZ-HMS50
£550, www.jvc.co.uk
Love: Great 1080p video at up to 50fps. Bluetooth enabled
Hate: Low-resolution LCD screen compared to its rivals
MORE JVC Everio GZ-HMS50 review
3. Panasonic HDC-SD600

£600, www.panasonic.co.uk
Love: Natural colours, sharp images and helpful auto features
Hate: Bulky. Awkward menus
MORE Panasonic HDC-SD600 review
4. Canon Legria HF M31
£750, www.canon.co.uk
Love: Great auto controls and a decent lens with 15x zoom
Hate: Exposure issues when shooting in auto mode

5. Panasonic HDC-SD200
£639, www.panasonic.co.uk
Love: 3MOS technology produce incredibly vibrant images
Hate: Good low-light shooting but noise does still occur








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