Manboy you have me kind of confused. Are you talking about a still camera or a video camera. Megapixels (Example 4, 5 or 6 Megapixels) are terms used in digital still photograhy. In a video camera the quality of the film is enhanced by the number of CCD's in the camera. Three being the best quality in a Mini DV camera. My video camera does have a memory stick in it and I can take still photo's even while taking video. Those captures are at 3 Mega Pixels. That has nothing to do with the video capture. By todays standards 3 Mega Pix is pretty low but will still give you a fairly good 8 x 10 photo. Also I did not address the image stalizer. There are two types Optical and Electronic. Optical being the better. Oh before I forget I dont use my video camera to take stills even tho it is capable.

I am not saying that your camera is not a good camera I was just stating my opinion. We all have our preferences. If you like Canon stick with them. When it comes to still camera's and lenses I buy Canon. Include flashes in that also. They are the best in my opinion. You will find alot of photographer's that will beg to differ with me on that as well. When it comes to video I'm staying with Sony. They have proven themselves to me in all conditions.

Someone asked for some advise and I gave it to them. Thats my opinion for what it's worth. I really don't care what anyone decides to buy that is their choice. I was just giving my input. One more thing. Take any electronic device in the elements unprotected for very long and you will be looking for a new one soon. If you dont believe me watch any pro sports event where weather is involved. They all have their camera's covered.