Canon MD235

Easy to use/quick start. Microphone input. 16:9 recording Mini DV format Tape access door does not get in way of tripod thread mount IR remote control

Special Effects - not obvious how to use Coin batteries for remote & memory backup

light,well specified,good zoom

menu functions a little non-intuitive

Wide range of Zooms.High quality hardware

No software included.Soft protective case would be useful.No Firewire lead.

Good picture quality and sound

fiddly joystick menu can't turn the sound off when transferring the film to your pc and it is very loud! 10 second start up time

Exceptionally light and very quick to switch on. Large, clear and bright video screen with an easy-to-navigate menu system.

Be prepared for disappointing image results in low light conditions.

Lightweight. Easy to use.

Transfers files to PC in "real time" - an hour's tape takes an hour to transfer.

Picture quality, ease of use, value for money, spare battery's readily available and interchangeable with other canon VCR and digital camera products.

build quality, mostly plastic construction so not sure of longevity/durability over the longer term

Ease of use

image quality!!!!