I just purchased a Janome DC1050 and it is not as small in size as a Jem but weighs less. Very easy for me to pick up and put in a tote bag and take with me. I am very happy with it so far. My Berninas got toomheavy for me to lug. I am sure they grew and it is not that I am getting weaker! Anyway, the DC1050 can be purchased on Amazon for $299. I actually got mine at a LQS and paid $350 but I do get 3 years of free service and a cleaning once a year for three years so thought that was worth the extra.