Canon HV10 High-Definition 3.1 MP MiniDV Camcorder Mini-camera

• What it does: Canon's first entry in the HD consumer market weighs less than a pound and stores vibrant 1080i video to MiniDV tapes and still images to a MiniSD card.

• Features: A crisp, 2.7-inch LCD screen. The 6.1 to 61 mm lens is versatile but struggles a bit in low-light conditions. No HDMI or external microphone jack. The included battery lasts about an hour.

• Price: $1,299.99 (on sale for $689.99)

• Web site: Available at amazon.com

Leapster Learning Game System Educational video games for children 4-10 years old

• What it does: Portable games focus on mixing education and fun.

• Features: Games use touch-screen technology so kids can write and draw while practicing spelling, reading and math or learning about science, art and music.

• Price: $59.99

• Web site: leapfrog.com

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