Developed as a Handycam that brings the excitement of HD to more people than ever. Just as we yearn after particular cars or other products, we may very well find ourselves wanting to satisfy our materialistic urges with this camera. That's the magic of its design. The developers strove to make three basic interfaces of the unit immediately clear. Here's the lens, for shooting; there's the LCD panel, for viewing; and over here is the grip, to hold it. Brushed aluminum is lavished on the lens barrel, for a tough feeling. In contrast, the grip is rounded, and the camcorder is easier on your wrist because its orientation and center of gravity have been carefully adjusted, enhancing usability.