Order Creative Labs Vado HD 720p Pocket Video Camcorder with 8 GB Video Storage and 2x Digital Zoom (Black)

I have been using this camcorder for about 1 month and I love it! Here are some of the positive points about the camcorder.

Image: Excellent quality image at 720p capture.

Size: Compact and easy to carry in a shirt pocket for easy access. Comes with a rubber insert to proctect the camcorder which I recommend.

Ease of use: It really does not get much easier than this folks. One button record/stop. One click upload to youtube, photobucket or Box.net, after the initial setup of your username and password.

Hardware: This camcorder comes with a built in USB cable that hides at the bottom until you are ready to use. There is a HDMI cable also to connect your camcorder to your TV giving you a 1080i video.

Now for the CONS. Yes, there are a few of them but minor.

Softwre: Bundled editing software is from Muvee. If you are going to rely on using the bundled software for editing your movies you will be surprised when you try to create a movie with more than 3 clips. The bundled software only allows for editing of 3 clips and will not allow you to burn a DVD using the software. You will be prompted to "upgrade" in order to get these features for $17.95. I paid the additional money for the upgrade and I am happy I did. Being able to edit more than 3 clips is nice and burning a DVD with one click keeps things simple. Also, the software by default will add built-in music to your movie and you will have to disable this everytime you make a movie. I have yet to figure out a way to disable this.

I wish there was a lense cap or cover to protect the lense from any damage. I would hate to scratch the lense in this camcorder and have to buy a new one.

I would have to say that this camcorder is for the person that is wanting something portable with high def video capture, inexpensive, and easy to use. You will not be making any blockbuster movies with this camcorder but will be making some killer, high quality memories of you and your family. I highly recommend this camcorder to all and I am confident you will have a blast with it!



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