With Dragon fast approaching, I want to get Andi a good camcorder. I need suggestions from all of you experts.

Here are the specs: the camera has to be small. smaller is better. The viewfinder should be at least 2.7". Optic zoom should be substantial. I pay little attention to digital zoom.

It is so much harder to find the right equipment today. So many stores have closed or have such limited stock. It has become difficult to actually touch the equipment before the buy. Went to Best Buy today & the selection was sad.

Any and all suggestions are welcome.
Thanks.... Doug