I would like to thank all of you who helped me decide on my new small HD camera. I went with the sony HC7 over the canon hv20. One reason was Sony's water housing ( or sportspackas they call it) .
Its been a long time sinse I got excited about something but this new little housing has put a ear to ear grin on my face. Really good construction, light ...and the best part full functioning controls. Cant wait untill I get to film some surfing now. A big thank you to all.

John,

I received my new HC7 yesterday and I also think it's great! I'm amazed at the quality of construction for the price. I didn't think I was going to like the touch screen menus, but after using them for a few hours I'm beginning to really like them. I really like the camera's quiet and smooth operations.

Dave