Can my IMac read a 3" DVD-R from a Camcorder?

Can my mac read a 3" DVD from a camcorder? I'm afraid if I insert it that I won't be able to get it back out.

No. Don't do it. Just check out this discussion....
http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?messageID=5883003&#5883003
Or look at the manual below- type into search: trouble inserting a disc
http://manuals.info.apple.com/en/iMacIntel-based_Mid2007UserGuide.pdf

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