tell me more about your camera... likes, don't likes.. etc... how long can iyou run it? whats the biggest memory stick it can use? i'm used to mini-dv quality, is it at least that good or better? i do like the fact that it folds really thin like a cell phone...

i am currently considering the toshiba r60 hdd with 60gb drive in slightly larger size then your m1. the toshiba also has an r30 (30gb model) which can do 7 hrs in mpeg2 or 37hrs in lower quality. and with a usb cable, its a direct connection to the laptop. price is at $570 is the cheapest i've found so far... 675 for the 60gb version.

i'm trying to stay away from the jvc everio and sony models as they are very bulky in the traditional barrel design. can't put that in my pocket as i travel...