Canon MD120

35x optical zoom, relatively cheap, easy to use

Poor image quality, limited manual controls

With only a 0.8 megapixel CCD sensor, the MD120 isn't a camera for those who want high quality images. However, it's ease-of-use and relatively low price should appeal to beginners.

I wanted a digital video camera that was easy to use, and one that I could plug into my computer to edit video and burn to cd / dvd etc. The sales people didn't know much more than myself but after some online research, and purchasing one, I am very...

The button / switch that toggles between play, record and off is very small, and is operated by your thumb. Not the easiest thing to use but not a big hassle either.