For the most up-to-date information get in touch ASAP with Dan at Greyhawk Video. He is about to announce a special. Dan is the only purveyor of this equipment that any of us have found who actually does video shopping (And, he does a LOT of it.) So he really understands what is needed and has actually drummed that into the supplier's head so that they have begun to package the stuff we need in one box and we do not have to throw away the useless camera that used to come with the recorder and buy a better one to meet industry standards. ALSO, be sure that you do about 5-6 video shops with equipment loaned by a video MSC. It is NOT for everyone. AND, it tends to be long scenarios where you need to manage complicated back-stories, unique aliases (except for clients where you need to show official ID while on site) and never, ever shopping the same site/sales/associate again. So most video shoppers need to travel once they have been to all the new home communities, car dealerships, assisted living and apartment communities in their immediate area.
See also what Lisa had to say to a similar question yesterday. Like Lisa, I have older models, so Dan is who I would go to if I were in the market now. Fortunately prices have come down. Serious road warriors take TWO full video rigs with extended batteries when they travel. It's fine to start with one, of course.
For audio only, I love my Olympus with a direct usb connector. No messing with cables, just plug and play.
Based in MD, near DC
Shopping from the Carolinas to New York
Have video cam; will travel
Poor customer service? Don't get mad; get video.