I updated the recommended in-car camcorder choice. The only recommended MiniDV camcorder now is the Sony model HC96. It's the only consumer level modern camcorder I can find with a Analog video/audio inputs and a LANC controller input. The former is required and the latter highly recommended. If for whatever reason you decide to buy something else, make sure it has has an analog to digital converter at the least. You can buy the recommended model here: