Panasonic NV-GS15

Compact MiniDV camcorder from the mid-2000s with big zoom reach and an SD slot.

Key specs:

• MiniDV tape recording
• 24x optical zoom (800x digital)
• 1/6" CCD sensor
• 2.5-inch LCD screen (plus viewfinder)
• SD card slot for digital stills
• FireWire (i.LINK / IEEE 1394) for footage transfer
• Electronic image stabilization

Includes: Battery, charger, one MiniDV tape, and an SD card.