Which camcorder format?

I need to buy a camcorder but am confused by all the formats (MiniDV, HD etc) - with the software I have which type of camcorder will I be able to use EASILY.
thanks

Thanks for the info - and yes I am doing the homework as fast as p[ossible but ther e is a lot to sift through - very time consuming! Your help is appreciated!
Are there restrictions on what will actually play/display HDV? i.e. does it have to have special presenting software?
So even if I would like HDV miniDV the bottleneck is burning to DVD? - i.e. probably would need Adobe Premiere or Final Cut Pro?
I need to video this event:
http://internationaldayofpeace.org/participate/findanevent.html
"An evening of Inspiration, Information and Celebration Expressions from local peace groups as well as entertainers, musicians and dancers.
The Music Room
Assembly House, Theatre Street
Norwich, United Kingdom"
which might be sent to any number of differing places afterwards to try to help promote peace
thanks:D
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