Smartphones that capture HD video

The best camera is the one that you have with you. And the camera that so many of us carry around all the time is found in the mobile phone. Aside from shooting images, most handsets can also capture video. In the past year, the ability to shoot in high definition (HD) is also becoming more commonplace. This is typically at a resolution of 1,280 x 720 (720p), though some models that are capable of full-HD (1,920 x 1,080) are starting to surface, too.

The best thing about shooting in HD is that you will be able to share the clips on a large display without them looking too grainy. Also, the 16:9 aspect ratio conforms to most modern HDTVs, so you don't get a letterboxed or stretched view. The quality of these clips may not match those from dedicated digicams or camcorders, but are still pretty good for casual consumption.

If you are in the market for a HD-shooting smartphone, here are five options to consider.

	1.	Apple iPhone 4 CNET Asia rating: 8.6 out of 10 The good: Improved performance; lovely new display and an improved design; adds a ton of sorely needed features, both by itself and through the iOS 4 update. The bad: Multitasking entails some trade-offs; home screen folders are limited to 12 apps. The bottom line: With iPhone 4, Apple again shows that it's a powerful player in the smartphone wars. It won't be for everyone but the handset's striking design, loaded feature set, and satisfying performance make it the best iPhone yet. Review | See full specs | Rate this
	2.	HTC Desire S CNET Asia rating: 7.7 out of 10 The good: Solidly built; simple, attractive design; improved Sense UI software; comes with latest Android 2.3. The bad: Short battery life; microSD slot under battery; can't make cellular video calls. The bottom line: This Android 2.3 smartphone has a solid and attractive unibody design and comprehensive feature set, but falls short when it comes to battery life. Review | See full specs | Rate this
	3.	LG Optimus 2X (P990) CNET Asia rating: 6.7 out of 10 The good: Solid hardware; records 1,080p high-definition videos; HDMI mirroring; supports DLNA; good display. The bad: Poor battery life; occasional hiccups in responsiveness; erratic pinch-to-zoom in picture gallery. The bottom line: The LG Optimus 2X may pack a bevy of high-end features, but the disappointing battery life is a deal-breaker. Review | See full specs | Rate this
	4.	Nokia E7 CNET Asia rating: 6.7 out of 10 The good: Premium design; Fantastic QWERTY keyboard; 8-megapixel camera takes excellent pictures and video; Good battery life. The bad: Symbian platform falls short of the competition; Sluggish performance; Low-resolution display; No expansion slot. The bottom line: The Nokia E7 has some wonderful qualities, like great hardware and excellent battery life, but ultimately its inferior software trips up this business-oriented smartphone. Review | See full specs | Rate this
	5.	Samsung Galaxy S II First take Samsung announced a new flagship Android phone, the Galaxy S II, at MWC 2011. This model succeeds the original Galaxy S and comes with quite a number of notable feature improvements. First take | See full specs | Rate this