Consumers have had a somewhat tepid embrace of 3D TVs but camcorder makers have steadily expanded the number of models capable of either recording in 3D or (more commonly) converting 2D into 3D inside the camcorder via software. If you're interested in a 3D camcorder, check out our brief overview here.

We're taking a deeper dive into Panasonic's 2012 model line-up this month with overviews posted for the VC10, V100M, V500 and V500M. Overall, a pretty solid entry into the sub-$500 end of the HD camcorder market.

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Not enjoying "Recovery Winter?" Have the frugal realities of the new economy still inform your purchasing decisions? Well, Panasonic has unveiled their line-up for 2012 camcorders and the first model in line for an overview is the budget-friendly VC-H100. Check it out.

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Panasonic has just announced the price points on the camcorder models they introduced at CES. Without further ado:

• $1,199.99 for the HC-X900M
• $599.99 for the HC-V700M
• $549.99 for the HC-V700
• $499.99 for the HC-V500M
• $449.99 for the HC-V500
• $399.99 for the HC-V100M
• $349.99 for the HC-V100

Panasonic's entry-level high definition model, the HC-V10, has a retail price of $249.99.

And last but not least, the HX-WA2 waterproof camcorder will be available in blue or orange for $279.99.

You can learn all about Panasonic's 2012 lineup here.