I use a JVC GZ-HD7 -
Everio HD Camera - GZ-HD7 I love it! I do notice the lag time in auto focus when I change directions, but edit those out in the final. I don't know If I could use all the memory on one trip- 60GB - that's ALOT of footage! You can't beat a 3ccd. The Panasonic looks good! -There is a housing for it? Don't buy it if there is no housing available.