This is a great update on a budget! My daughter used a smaller and cheaper camera from the same company and loved it, but this upgraded camera has 4k resolution, a stereo mic jack for better sound, and a remote control that lets you control the camcorder without holding it (perfect for Your own YouTube videos ) ), as well as a manual jig to facilitate some of the basic manual movements of the gimbal and boom, and a lens hood to block out unwanted ambient light. If you're ready to upgrade from a basic camcorder to something more reliable but at a price that won't break the bank, you won't find anything better!