Modern equivalent of canon HV20/ HV30?

[slackerinabox]

Expecting our first baby in 2 months and would like to pick up a camcorder. My last camcorder was the hv20 and I'd like something as good or better (but using SD instead of tape), any suggestions?

 

[Railgun]

There's a pretty wide range. It all depends on what you're looking to spend. From the standard def FS40 @ $300 to the top consumer HF G10 @ $1500.

 

[slackerinabox]

There's a pretty wide range. It all depends on what you're looking to spend. From the standard def FS40 @ $300 to the top consumer HF G10 @ $1500.

Thanks for the reply! What would give similar video quality? Features aren't all that necessary. Thanks!

 

[Gooberlx2]

Define a budget first. That's usually the easiest place to start culling the selection.

 

[slackerinabox]

Define a budget first. That's usually the easiest place to start culling the selection.

I'd like to stick to as sub-$1,000 as possible, especially since I still have my HV20 and just need to clean it up. I'd like the convenience of flash memory so it's worth it for me, but only if IQ is similar.

 

[Gooberlx2]

Well, ~$1000 should certainly get you something nice, I'd expect.

Here's a comparison of Canon's price-similar models (~$1000) to the HV40, which I assume is a logical successor to the camera you already have.

Beyond that, I unfortunately don't know jack about camcorders.