Most camcorders are going to allow you to take still images. In camera editing - I've never used those types of features before. I'd suggest editing with software on your computer, it will beat anything else there is to offer.Chroma key is entirely done with an editor. You can set up a green screen and record with any camcorder. Then you bring the video into your computer, open it with an editor (that allows green screen fuctions), and replace the background.So basically, you need to determine video quality. That is the most important feature/quality to look for. It comes at a price. You won't get great video quality for $300. Prosumer camcorders are the way to go if you are serious about videography.Read the 6 Features to look for in a video camcorder. It will give you an idea of what to look for and what features are worth your buck. http://www.dvdigest.net/Page.asp?NavID=167Good luck!