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Simply put, you won't find another player with a video camera, and even if you take that variable out of the equation, given its other features, the iPod nano would remain our Editors' Choice for portable media players in the $100-200 price range.

I never planned to buy a new iPod prior to the announcements, but am very pleased with the iPod nano 5th generation and plan to spend a lot more time with it out running. I bought an arm band case to use with the nano so I can easily take it with me when I hit the road.

When combined with the plethora of other features supported by the nano--music of course, video playback, Nike+, pedometer, Voice memos, and radio capabilities--there are certainly many things to like about this 8GB for $149 (or 16GB for $179 ) player.

The fifth iteration of Apple’s tiny portable media player keeps the same featherweight body as its predecessor but adds a bigger screen and video recording.

So the big question: Should you buy the Nano? Yes, if you want an easy-to-use, slick, full-featured and small PMP. No, if you just want an 8GB vessel for your MP3s. If you're in the market for both a PMP and a cheap pocket camcorder, it's definitely a "yes." But think it over.

The 5th gen iPod nano is inarguably Apple's best yet. It's still more expensive than its peers, but it's got more style than any rival and the addition of a video camera gives it more than a modicum of substance too.

The iPod nano is a ragbag of features. Its strengths as a small, compact and user-friendly portable media player shine through, but the video camera and FM radio are plain daft.

The 5th generation iPod nano is crammed full of a great features and, at a low price, makes for a tremendously compelling package.