SAMSUNG HMX-W300 Black 5.0 MP 1/3.2" BSI CMOS 2.3" 230K LCD 3x Digital Full HD Pocket Camcorder SAMSUNG HMX-W300 Black 5.0 MP 1/3.2" BSI CMOS 2.3" 230K LCD 3x Digital Full HD Pocket Camcorder

Pros: -Very high resolution, maybe too high.

-It's got a built in usb connector, no cables necessary.

-It's got a ton of options and settings.

-Video + image for a very low price.

-Photos are dramatically improved by using 'auto tone' in photoshop. (This might be more of a photoshop thing though)

-LCD screen is really bright and detailed.

-You can transfer images/videos directly to pc.

Cons: -usb connector is extremely short, need an extension if you don't want it sitting directly on top of your usb port.

-Images are kinda grainy, but can be fixed with 'auto tone' from photoshop.

-Didn't come with memory card. Will not work without memory card, period.

-Built in software doesn't work when plugged into computer, only works when not plugged in which makes the software pointless.

-Also, video/images are encrypted so you can't just find it by opening up the drive.

Other Thoughts: -Although the software that comes in is useless (for windows 7 anyway), you can still extract images and photos using the default windows 7 popup options.

-This device has its setbacks, but the pros outweigh the cons, and at this price range I cannot complain at all. It is well worth the money, if you haven't already gotten yourself a high quality cam.

Pros: This thing is great. Fun to use, simple to learn. I've had no problems with it. Should come with a memory card.

Cons: Does not come with a sd card. Which you need. Had to read this on manufactures site.

Other Thoughts: 8 gig card gives me about 2hrs of video 1 hr at highest setting.