I bought mine in the summer of 2005. With a 2GB CF card, I can record 3 to 3.5 hours of video. Photos are as clear as digital cameras that cost four times the price of this camera, and this camcorder is smaller than most digital cameras. Of course, the video quality isn't as good as big and expensive camcorders, but the video is good. It comes with accessories that I didn't expect for the price e.g. B. Carrying case and tripod. I don't know if they changed tripods because someone wrote about the long plastic screw: My tripod has a very short metal screw. Overall I have to give 5 stars considering the price, ease of use and quality.