tax bru...

yup, for my camcorder.
shashinki quoted me rm3.3k for my camcorder with 2-wk leadtime, end-up i bought frm HK online with rm1k++ cheaper plus some free gift somemore, arrived within 3-day.

camera or video cam thingy is non-taxable... (fall under 8525)
http://tariff.customs.gov.my/

u can buy frm ebay, bought couple of things frm there too
tripod, extra battery, screen guard, pouch.  now they are giving additional 2gb sd too

the newly launched xacti hd800 seems promising as well

http://www.sanyo-dsc.com/english/products/...d800/index.html

http://gizmodo.com/5030828/sanyo-kits-out-...00-hd-camcorder

if the full hd is what u look for, then the model is hd1000 or hd1010.  u can refer to http://www.sanyohd1000.com/ for MV "Better Off Without You" by The Clarks; it shots the video in its entirety using the SANYO Xacti HD1000.  Sanyo is not well-known as sony, canon, panasonic & etc and thus the price is much cheaper, i started addicting to the series since xacti cg65.

i minat want to buy a camcorder..
sony? panasonic? or canon?
i prefer the hdd one..

sotong,

the format recording of SANYO HD-1010 is MPEG4 AVC/H.264. rite?  Is it the same as AVCHD format as used in other camcorder like PANASONIC HDC-SD9? Between PANASONIC HDC-SD9 (RM 2400)  and SANYO HD-1010 (around RM 2200) , which one do you recommend? I would really love you to give a review of your current SANYO HD-1010 as I'm now couldn't decide on which model to choose from.

Lastly, the most important thing that I would want to know is : Is the HD-1010 using the same AVCHD format as in PANASONIC HDC-SD9? Is the editing process takes a long time, troublesome, requires very high performance computer ? IS my laptop able to cope with it? (refer to my sig)

THANKS VERY MUCH, SOTONG.   

Really? Now you really make me even pening    .

Now I can only list out the PRO's n Con's which I roughly know cuz I'm noob in camcorder stuff:

For the SANYO HD-1010
PROs:
1. Very small size
2. Higher megapixel 4.0 still picture
3. Looks cool
4. Easy User Interface
CONs:
1. No OPTICAL IMAGE STABILISATION
2. No 3CCD
3. No LEICA LENS
4. Not available in Malaysia (Have to purchase online n deliver from HK)
5. Warranty wise , n suspicious quality

The CONs of SANYO is the PROs of PANASONIC. So, I really need your opinions between 2 choices.   
My budget is less than 2.5k and these 2 items are my only choices. Any other camcorder which have HD n using SD or HDD can be suggested too. Thanks.

no i mean the video sample from the last page
well not really serious in buying just tempted
might get a dslr 1st
student here

I am looking for HD camcorders and a total newbie. My budget is around 3K to 4K. Is for taking videos of family outing, vacation and etc. I would either choose memory card or Hard disk camcorder (AVCHD format).

The new panasonic HDC-HS200 caught my eye. What do you think guys ?

I am looking at other brands as well, Sony and Canon. Any recommendation ?

Some shops I went, either have old models or have no stock. Any good camcorder shops in KL/PJ ?

Thanks in advance.

Actually does it matter either 25p, 24p or 30p since mostly now all the TV and player are multi system? Once you feed in the media, it will auto detect and sure the picture will display.

Hmmm... I do notice Sony & Canon seems to be quite popular. I just check out some Canon camcorder pics against Panasonic, Canon seems to be better in color.

My friend have seen the demo on Panasonic and quite impress with it, especially the low lux. About HD, Panasonic claims to be Full HD. Any advantages with 3mos ?

Thanks for the input guys. Can't make up my mind which model/brand to buy but I think most likely Canon or Panasonic, have to do some more research.  Still have some time, I need to use camcorder in June.

If I am not mistaken, Canon have not launch new models for this year right ?

As for Panasonic has launch a fresh line up for this year. I found one trustedreviews.com on TM300, it claims quality to be on par with Canon, I just wonder how true.

Regarding HD resolution, I notice for example Sony SR12e specs, 1920 * 1080i, Canon and Panasonic
claims to have full HD. Is it true 1080p or just 1080i or gimmick ?

IM looking forward to get the Sanyo CG10 - the list price in Malaysia is RM1298 but Amazon selling at USD$199.99 only. So maybe with some discounts this can be had for RM1k to RM1.1k

HD2000 is list at USD$599.99 - not sure Malaysian prices

The way I see it for myself, I feel 720 is enough. No need Full HD. And using SD card. Dont want HDD

unfortunately for HD2000 Sanyo Malaysia price it at RM3098
see here - http://www.offerstation.com/whats-new/3082...dual-camera.htm

once i saw it selling around USD$576 at an online store
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Didnt know there is a difference between PAL and NTSC units. Does it matter?
According to Sanyo site the CG10 shoots at -
HD-SHQ: 1280 x 720p (30 fps/ 9Mbps)
TV-HR: 640 x 480 (60 fps/6Mbps)
TV-SHQ: 640 x 480 (30 fps/3Mbps)