Sony makes a splash this year at CES with their line of new camcorders. In this new line, is the DCR-HC48 MiniDV Handycam camcorder, which contains a 1 megapixel CCD for enhanced detail and clarity, and exceptional analog video. By utilizing Sony Memory Stick Duo technology, you can easily record and transfer video by putting in your PC's memory slot, or through the included Handycam Station. This camera is great for amatuer videographers who want to capture life's precious moments and preserve them in quality form, without a lot of hassle.

The 2.7" wide scree provides for excellent viewing clarity at both 16:9 and 4:3 aspect ratios, and the OneTouch Wide Angle shooting allows you to easily switch between the different aspect rations with just the touch of a button. The integrated picture stabilization system uses motion sensors to detect and compensate for any shakiness, withouth compromising the video quality.

The DCR-HC48's TeleMacro function allows you to shoot up close shots without having the camcorder casting a shadow on the subject. This function allows images shot in this mode to have the subject properly focused, while leaving the background unfocused so that the subject stands out.

And if you're looking to shoot video at night, or in lower lighting, Sony's Super Night Shot Plus Infrared system allows you to capture natural looking video of subjects within 20 feet in low light.