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A brands flagship HD camcorder will often cost $1,000 or more is their current top-of-the-line consumer offering. Often dubbed as prosumer devices, flagship camcorders sill sport large or multiple CMOS sensors, a complete set of manual picture controls, deep menus, a lens ring, and extensive audio controls. Newer models are capable of shooting 1080/60p footage that almost matches the picture quality of professional devices. The LCD screens on flagship devices tend to be larger than those found on entry-level or mid-range devices, scaling upwards of 3.5 inches. Also expect an electronic viewfinder, 24 fps cinema mode and a bundle of shooting features. Current flagship devices include the Panasonic 700 series, Sony XR550, and Canon Vixia HF S21.Today is a big day for fans of Sony's camcorders, because in addition to its two new Bloggie models, the company has unveiled a whopping 13 new models being added to its Handycam line of camcorders.
Sony hopes the Handycam HDR-TD10 will usher in a new era of camcorders as it will be the company's first 3D consumer device. DigitalCameraReview received extensive hands-on time with the 3D Handycam, which Sony claims are the first production units to roll off the line.
CES is over, and this much is clear: the major camcorder manufacturers each staked out unique ground in the market by announcing devices to please various consumer segments. That is to say, no matter what you prefer in a device, manufacturers are targeting you in 2011.
In addition to the six consumer-level HD camcorders Panasonic announced at CES, the company also has something in store for the more serious videographer to the tune of three new prosumer HD camcorders, each sporting Panasonic's vaunted 3MOS image sensor.
Sony today introduced what the company is dubbing the world's first consumer level interchangeable lens HD camcorder: the NEX-VG10, a $2,000 HD camcorder built on the NEX digital camera standard.
As Panasonic's flagship HD camcorder, the HDC-TM700 has impressive features and specs, including 1080/60p recording and Panasonic's patented 3MOS sensor system. But considering competition from HD-capable DSLRs and lower-priced alternatives, does Panasonic's prosumer offering have enough to satisfy picky videophiles? Find out in our full review.
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Moms, Dads and grads all have different needs from a dedicated video recorder. The college student will prize portability and quick uploads to Facebook, while Dad wants a camcorder that will help him with his golf swing. We've picked some of our favorites for parents and kids alike to help you get the right camcorder into the right hands.
Budget camcorder maker DXG has just announced what could the first affordable 3D camcorder: the pistol-grip style DXG-321.
Panasonic has announced a dedicated Micro Four Thirds professional HD camcorder, the AF100, which will work with all available Micro Four Thirds lenses.
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