It really depends on yyour usage. if you just take photos some
videos and upload online share with friends, there are many options
available. you probably won;t need to explore the camcorder options
since most compact digital cameras have video functions.
Those who are in to serious video shoots and photo shotos will
know what to choose or what to look out for, test at he stores and
save inside their own memory cards for review later at home with
the computer before buying. and trust me when you are serious in
either art, you will know the videos in copact or hadphones can
never replace a videocamera, while the stills in videocams can
never replace a DSLR.