Please recommend Video Camera available in Australia?

Hi guys,

I have been using my canon ixus to record short video clips of boat trips and holiday moments like bungy jumping. I now want to progress to a video camera to be able to transfer to edit in imovie and transfer to DVD.

I have been searching the forums and came across recommendations for Canon Elura 100 and Panasonic GS250, GS300 and GS320, but I cannot find these mentioned anywhere in Australian websites. Are these named differently down under?

I basically want a MiniDV camera under $500 with firewire, good for indoor use, has a good internal microphone or ability to connect and with the option to use as a webcam.

From other posts I am happy to stick with Sony, Canon or Panasonic.

I know I am asking for a lot considering my price range, but I am hoping there is a video camera out there that meets my needs.

I know nothing about specs for video cameras so any recommendations for cameras available in Australia would be great!

thanks!

I was looking at buying on ebay australia but would prefer buying something new with warranty, peace of mind etc. I think all the brands and models available in America are available down here except they have changed the model numbers!

I checked out a panasonic 3ccd camera which seemed like it was great in low light conditions compared to the other 1ccd models they had on display.

Are there any aussies that know a bit more about cameras that me?!

thanks