Panasonic HDC-SDT750

Remove the 3D conversion lens from the HDC-SDT750 and we challenge you to find a significant difference between it and the Panasonic HDC-TM700. There really isn't much of any on the outside (except for a slight lens alteration to accomodate the fitting of the conversion lens), and on the inside the only difference is a new stabilization option and the lack of any internal memory on the SDT750.

In comparing these to models, we must reiterate what we've said throughout this review: if you have no use for recording 3D, the Panasonic HDC-TM700 is a far better deal than the HDC-SDT750. Comparing the list price of the two camcorders, you'll see that the TM700 is $400 cheaper than the SDT750—and the TM700 contains 32GB of internal memory compared to the SDT750's zero. This means, not taking into account the cost of memory, you're paying $400 for the 3D conversion lens on the SDT750. If that seems like a worthy expense to you, then you should splurge for the HDC-SDT750 by all means. Recording 3D is fun, it's unique, and the HDC-SDT750 is the only consumer camcorder out there that is offering it as an option. Plus, you're getting an amazing camcorder for 2D recording as well.

But, if all you want to do is record your life in old-fashioned 2D, then you should save yourself lots of money and buy the HDC-TM700 instead. The camcorder lists for $999, but it can be found for as little as $799 on the web. Recently, we even saw the TM700 listed for $599 on Panasonic's own website. Simply put, that's probably the best camcorder bargain we've ever seen. At this rate, Panasonic may be giving the HDC-TM700 away by the time Black Friday rolls around. Keep your eyes peeled.

	Comparison Specs
	Panasonic HDC-SDT750	Panasonic HDC-TM700
Price	$1399	$999
Primary Recording Media	SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards	32GB internal flash memory
Secondary Recording Media	None	SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card
Image Sensor	1/4.1-inch CMOS (x3)	1/4.1-inch CMOS (x3)
Effective Pixel Count	7.59 megapixels (3.05 megapixels x3)	1/4.1-inch CMOS (x3)
Mic Input	Yes	Yes
LCD	3-inch with 230,400 pixels	3-inch with 230,400 pixels
Viewfinder	Yes	Yes
Weight	435g (with battery) 630g (w/battery & 3D converter)	440g (with battery)
Dimensions	66 x 69 x 138mm (body only) 78 x 69 x 235mm (with 3D converter)	66 x 69 x138mm
HD	Yes	Yes
Frame Rates	50i, 50p, 25p	50i, 50p, 25p
Compression	AVCHD (50i) MPEG-4 original format (50p recording)	AVCHD (50i) MPEG-4 original format (50p recording)
Maximum Bitrate	28Mbps (1080/50p) 17Mbps (1080/50i)	28Mbps (1080/50p) 17Mbps (1080/50i)
Optical Zoom	12x (no zoom with 3D converter)	12x
Stabilization	Hybrid OIS (works with 3D converter)	Hybrid OIS

Noise at 60 lux Auto (Low Light)
Panasonic HDC-SDT750	Panasonic HDC-TM700

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