Sony HDR-TD10 High Definition 3D Handycam Camcorder with 10x Optical Zoom (Silver)

by Sony

• World's first 10x optical zoom in 3D (consumer camcorder)
• Xtra Fine 3D LCD touch panel with TruBlack technology
• 7.1 megapixels (2D still image)
• 3D HD:2x 1920x1080/50i
• Optical Zoom: 10x(3D)/12x(2D)

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6 x 4.1 x 9 inches ; 3 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B004H8FN6M
• Item model number: HDRTD10
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,805 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: January 4, 2011

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Sony HDR-TD10 3DHandycamCamcorder

Overview
The World’s first 3D Full HD consumer camcorder HDR-TD10 is set to expand the world of 3D while redefining the meaning of home video. Up until now, high quality 3D image capturing was only possible with professional cameras, but with the HDR-TD10, anyone can shoot stunningly beautiful Full HD 3D videos. From the occasional big moments, to the day-to-day small moments, you can now capture all that in Full HD 3D.


Stunning 3D Image Quality

• Shot with two lenses and processed with two image processors
  Driven by not one but two Wide Angle Sony G Lenses, two "Exmor R" CMOS sensors, and two powerful "BIONZ" image processors, HDR-TD10 is able to shoot 3D images in Double Full HD.



• "Frame packing" method to achieve Full HD quality
  By employing the "frame packing" 3D signaling method, HDR-TD10 is able to produce Full HD 3D images without sacrificing image quality, as both the left and right frames are transferred via HDMI as Full HD signals without being squeezed by half.
  
• Shoot in 3D, watch in both 3D and 2D
  Simply shoot in 3D, and have a choice to watch in 3D or 2D later, both in Full HD quality. When HDR-TD10 is connected to a 2D HDTV, only one of the channels of the 3D video will be displayed automatically, without the need to manually switch from 3D to 2D on the camcorder. 
• Optimum distance between lenses to produce the optimum stereoscopic effect
  One of the most important characteristics in a 3D camera is the amount of stereoscopic effect a camera can produce. Based on our rich experience in both 3D imagery and camcorder technology, for HDR-TD10, a distance of 31mm between the lenses is chosen for optimum performance.
  

Operability

• World’s first 10x optical zoom in 3D (consumer camcorder)
  Though commonly available in most conventional 2D camcorders, optical zoom is still a rare feature in 3D cameras. However, thanks to a sophisticated auto-adjustment technology, the HDR-TD10 is equipped with a 10x optical zoom in 3D for users to zoom in and out freely in various scenes.
  
  
  
• Optical SteadyShot (Active Mode) in 3D Steady even while walking
  The HDR-TD10 is equipped with Optical SteadyShot (Active Mode). When used at the wide end, correction angle is ten times greater than without Active Mode, enabling steady images even while walking.
  

State-of-the-art 3D Technology

• Xtra Fine 3D LCD touch panel with TruBlack technology
  A true 3D camcorder, HDR-TD10 is equipped with a 3.5-inch 3D LCD touch panel display that does not require dedicated 3D glasses for viewing.This gorgeous 3D display packs an incredible 1229k dots and is capable of displaying both 3D and 2D images with superb details.
• Parallax barrier system
  Taking advantage of how the human brain-eye system works, the 3D LCD based on the parallax barrier system employs the same concept to make 3D viewing possible without dedicated 3D glasses. By controlling the direction of light that reaches each eye separately, the 3D LCD is able to let each eye see a slightly different image, therefore allowing our brain to create a sense of depth, just as the way human see the world.
  

Imaging Sensor
Imaging Sensor	2x 1/4 type(4.5mm) back-illuminated "Exmor R" CMOS Sensor
Processor	2x BIONZ image processor
Pixel Gross	2x Approx.4200K pixels(3D)/Approx.4200K pixels(2D)
Effective Picture Resolution	2x Approx.3540K pixels(4:3)(3D)/Approx.3540K pixels(4:3)(2D)
Color Filter System	ClearVid array
Recording
Media Type	internal Flash Memory
	Memory Stick PRODuo (Mark 2)
	Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo
	SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card(Class 4 or Higher)
Internal Media	Flash Memory 64GB
Still Image File Format	DCF Ver.2.0 compatible, Exif Ver.2.3 compatible, MPF Baseline compatible
Still Image Mode	3D Still Image: Not available/2D Still Image:JPEG
Still Image Max Effective	7.1 megapixels
Still Image Size(Movie Mode)	5.3 megapixels 16:9 (3072x1728)
	4.0 megapixels 4:3 (2304x1728)
Still Image Size(Photo Mode)	7.1 megapixels 4:3 (3072x2304)
	5.3 megapixels 16:9 (3072x1728)
	1.9 megapixels 4:3 (1600x1200)
	307K pixels 4:3 (640x480)
Video Format	3D HD:MVC(original format)
	HD:MPEG4-AVC/H.264 AVCHD format compatible(1080/50p:original format)
	STD:MPEG2-PS
Video Mode(Resolution)	3D HD:2x 1920x1080/50i
	HD:1920x1080/50p, 25p, 50i(FX,FH), 1440x1080/50i (HQ,LP)
	720x576/50i
Movie Recording Rate (Average Bit Rate/VBR) 12	3D HD 3D:Approx.28Mbps
	HD PS:Approx.28Mbps/FX:Approx.24Mbps/FH:Approx.17Mbps/HQ:Approx.9Mbps/ LP:Approx.5Mbps
	STD HQ:9Mbps
Video Actual (Pixel) 3	3D HD:2x Approx.2650K pixels(16:9)/ HD, STD:Approx.2650K pixels(16:9), Approx.1990K pixels(4:3)
Video Signal	3D HD:HDTV 1080/50i
	HD:HDTV 1080/50p, 25p, 50i
	STD:PAL color, CCIR standards
Progressive Mode	HD:50p/25p, Progressive recording
Recording and Playback Times (in Internal Media)(5.1ch) 45	3D HD 3D:Approx.5h15m(Approx.5h15m)
	HD PS:Approx.5h15m(Approx.5h15m)
	HD FX:Approx.6h15m(Approx.6h15m)
	HD FH:Approx.8h25m(Approx.8h25m)
	HD HQ:Approx.14h55m(Approx11h20m)
	HD LP:Approx.25h45m(Approx.21h10m)
	STD HQ:Approx.15h25m(Approx.14h25m)
Recording and Playback Times (in Internal Media)(2ch) 45	3D HD 3D:Approx.5h15m(Approx.5h15m)
	HD PS:Approx.5h15m(Approx.5h15m)
	HD FX:Approx.6h15m(Approx.6h15m)
	HD FH:Approx8h35m(Approx.8h35m)
	HD HQ:Approx15h10m(Approx.11h30m)
	HD LP:Approx26h40m(Approx.21h45m)
	STD HQ:Approx15h55m(Approx.14h35m)
Number of Recording Pictures (in Internal Media) 6	Max.40,000 pictures
Photo Capture from Movie	2.1 megapixels 16:9 (1920x1080)
	307K pixels 4:3 (640x480)
	230K pixels 16:9 (640x360)
Dual Record 7	5.3 megapixels 16:9 (3072 x 1728)
	4.0 megapixels 4:3 (2304 x 1728)
Audio Format	Dolby Digital 5.1ch, Dolby Digital 5.1Creator
	Dolby Digital 2ch Stereo, Dolby Digital Stereo Creator
Microphone/Speaker	Built-in Zoom Microphone
	Linear Phase Stereo Speaker
Wind Position	Yes(Auto)
Wind Noise Reduction	Yes(Off/On)
Mic Level Control	Yes(2steps)
Optics/Lens
Lens Type	G Lens
Lens Stabilization	Optical SteadyShot image stabilization w/ Active mode (wide(3D)/Wide to Tele(2D))
Aperture	F1.8-F10.0
Optical Zoom	10x(3D)/12x(2D)
Extended Zoom	17x(2D only)
Digital Zoom 8	160x(2D only)
Focal Distance	f = 2.9mm - 29mm(3D)
	f = 1/8inch - 1 2/8inch(3D)
	f = 2.9mm - 34.8mm(2D)
	f = 1/8inch - 1 3/8inch(2D)
Focal Length (35mm equivalent)(Movie Mode) 3	3D:34.4mm - 344mm
	3D:1 3/8inch - 13 1/2inch
	2D:29.8mm - 357.6mm (16:9), 36.5mm - 438mm (4:3)
	2D:1 7/16inch - 14 1/8inch (16:9), 1 7/16inch - 17 1/4inch (4:3)
Focal Length (35mm equivalent) (Photo Mode)	29.8mm - 357.6mm (16:9), 27.4mm - 328.8mm (4:3)
	1 3/16inch - 14 1/8inch(16:9),1 1/8inch - 13inch(4:3)
Filter Diameter	30mm
Filter Diameter	1 3/16inch
Minimum Focus Distance	3D:Approx.80cm(Wide), Approx.7.5m(Tele)
	2D:Approx.1cm(Wide), Approx.80cm(Tele), Approx.25cm(Tele Macro)
LCD Display
LCD Type	8.8cm(3.5 type) Xtra Fine LCD 3D display(1229K) Wide(16:9) w/TruBlack technology
Touch Panel	Yes
Angle Adjustment	Opening Angle:max.90 deg., Turning Angle:max.270 deg.
Brightness Control 9	Yes(MENU)
Coverage	100%
Live View	Yes
Grid Display	Guide Frame(2D only)
Focus Control
Focus System	Contrast AF
AF Modes	Auto/Manual(Touch Panel)
Focus Area	Full range Focus(3D/2D)/Spot Focus(2D only)
Focus Features	Tracking Focus(2D only)
Tele Macro	Yes(2D only)
Exposure System
Metering Modes	Multi-segment(3D/2D)/Spot(2D only)
Exposure Compensation	AE Shift(Touch Panel)
Exposure Settings	Auto
	Flexible Spot(Touch Panel)
LOW LUX Mode	Yes(2D only)
Scene Mode(s)	Auto/Twilight/Twilight Portrait/Sunrise & Sunset/Fireworks/Landscape/Portrait/Spotlight/Beach/ Snow(2D only)
D-RangeOptimizer	Yes
Backlight Compensation	Yes(Auto)
Noise Reduction	Yes
White Balance Mode	Auto/Onepush/Outdoor/Indoor
Minimum Illumination	Standard:11 lux(1/50 Shutter Speed)
	Low Lux:3 lux(1/25 Shutter Speed)(2D only)
Auto Iris Control	F1.8 - F10.0
Drive System
Drive Mode	Photo Mode(2D only):Single-shot/Self-timer
Self-timer	approx. 10sec.(Still Image)
Shutter Speed Auto Control Range	1/8-1/1000
Shutter Speed(Standard)	1/50-1/1000
Shutter Speed(Smooth Slow Rec)	1/250 - 1/1000
Convenience Features
Quick On	Yes(Power On by LCD)
Manual/Auto Lens Cover	Auto
S/S & Zoom button on LCD	Yes(Touch Panel)
Red Eye Reduction	Yes(On/Off)
Fader Effect(s) 10	White/Black(2D only)
Date/Time Stamp	Yes(Rec Date and Time, Camera info)
Erase/Protect	Yes/Yes
Media/Battery Indicator	Yes(recordable time, free and used media space)/Yes(recordable time, remaining capacity)
On Screen Main Indicators	Intelligent Auto Status
	Zoom Position
	Flash Status(2D only)
	Recording/Playback/Editing Media
	Recording Status
	Recording Mode
	Recording Image Quality(HD/STD)
	Photo Size
Multiple Language Display	English
	Simplified English
	Brazilian Portuguese
	Canadian French
	Latin American Spanish
Power Save Mode	Auto Shut-off(5minutes)
Still Image Playback Options	Slide Show
	Playback Zoom(1.1x-5x)(TouchPanel+Zoom Lever)(2D only)
Video Playback Options	Highlight Playback(HD Movie Only)
	Highlight Playback Save and Share(Translate into STD quality)
	Highlight Scenario(Save/Playback/Erase)
	Hightlight BGM(Preinstalled 4 music files, Music transfer)
Remote Control	Yes
Self Recording	Yes
One Touch Disc Burn	Yes(Menu)(2D only)
Advanced Features
Audio Level Display	Yes
S-Master	Yes
Face Detection	Yes(2D only)
Priority Setting (for Face Detection)	Auto/Child Priority/Adult Priority(2D only)
Smile Shutter 7	Dual Capture/Always On/Off(2D only)
Golf Shot	Yes(2D only)
Smooth Slow Rec	Yes(2D only)
Image Stabilization	Optical SteadyShot image stabilization w/ Active mode (wide(3D)/Wide to Tele(2D))
Intelligent Auto	Portrait/Baby/Walk/Tripod/Backlight/Landscape/Spotlight/Twilight/Macro/Low light
View&Index	Event
x.v.Color	Yes
Flash
Flash Type	Built-in Flash
Flash Metering System	Pre-flash TTL
Flash Modes	Auto/Forced/Prohibited(2D only)
Flash Compensation	Yes(3 steps)(2D only)
Flash Coverage	Approx.0.3m - 1.5m(2D only)
	Approx.11 7/8 inch - 59 1/8 inch(2D only)
Interface
Memory Card Slot	Memory Stick PRO Duo and SD/SDHC/SDXC compatible
STD Output	Composite Video Out(A/V connecting cable(supplied))
	Component Video Out(Component A/V cable(sold separately))
	S Video Out(A/V connecting cable with S Video(sold separately))
HD Output	HDMI Out(mini)(supplied)
	Component Video Out(Component A/V cable(sold separately))
3D HD Output	HDMI Out(min)(supplied)
USB Port(s)	TypeA, mini-AB/USB2.0 Hi-speed (mass-storage/MTP)
BRAVIA Sync	Yes
PhotoTV HD	Yes
Headphone Jack	Stereo Minijack
Microphone Input	Stereo Minijack
Direct Copy	Yes
Accessory Shoe	Yes(Active Interface Shoe)
DC IN	Yes
Remote Terminal	integrated into A/V Remote terminal
HDMI Terminal	Yes(mini)
A/V Remote Terminal	Video/S Video/Audio/Component Out/Remote
Weights and Measurements
Dimensions (Approx.)(including supplied battery) 11	Approx.54.5mm x 64.5mm x128mm
	Approx.2 1/4inch x 2 5/8inch x 5 1/8inch
Weight (Approx) (Main unit only)	Approx. 640g
	Approx. 22.6oz
Weight (Approx.) (Total) 12	Approx. 695g(NP-FV50)
	Approx. 740g(NP-FV70)(supplied battery)
	Approx .840g(NP-FV100)
Power
Battery Type	InfoLITHIUM with AccuPower Meter System (V Series)
Charge on camcorder (Charging time with supplied Battery) 13	Yes(TBD)
Power Consumption (in LCD Operation) 14	3D HD: 5.8W HD:3.9W
Power Requirements	7.2V (battery pack); 8.4V (AC Adapter)
In the Box
Supplied Accessory 15	Rechargeable Battery Pack(NP-FV70) (1)
	AC adapter (1)
	Power Cord (1)
	HDMI(mini) Cable (1)
	A/V Connecting Cable (1)
	USB Cable (1)
	USB Adapter Cable (1)
	CD-ROM("Handycam" Application Software) (1)
	Remote Commander(RMT-835 with Battery(CR2025)) (1)
	"Operating Guide"(1)

_Notes:

1. _{Bit Rate is described by system rate(including movie, sounds and others).}
2. _{PS mode(28Mbps) and FX mode(24Mbp) are peak bit rate.}
3. _{When "STEADYSHOT" is not "ACTIVE"}
4. _{In case of taking moving objects, there is possibility to become shorter times than them.}
5. _{The number in ( ) is minimum recordable time.}
6. _{Approximate number of pictures when recording only pictures.}
7. _{Not available in the recording mode 60p (PS), 24p(FX/FH) and 60i(FX)}
8. _{The factory setting is "Off". "MOVIE" position only.Digital zoom ratio includes optical zoom ration.}
9. _{Backlight brightness will automatically be set "Bright" when connected to AC adapter.}
10. _{Only record movie}
11. _{including the projecting parts}
12. _{including a battery pack and a media(if a lens hood is supplied, including it too.).}
13. _{When using the AC adapter}
14. _{Recording mode and media are default settings.}
15. _{The numbers in ( ) are the supplied quantity}

Product Description

The HDR-TD10 Handycam camcorder utilizes two Full HD sensors for capturing true 1920x1080 3D video delivering an immersive 3D experience, as well as Full HD 2D video. View 3D and 2D videos directly on its generous 3.5" Xtra Fine LCD display-no special glasses required. Watch all 3D video in 2D as well. Also equipped with 64GB embedded Flash memory, you can record and store up to 25 hours of 2D high-definition video footage (HD LP mode), or up to 5 hours of high-definition 3D video.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

32 of 34 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars 3D to the Masses (as long as you own Vegas) May 20, 2011

By Chad Thomas

I shot my first 3D movie in March 2010 using two Canon T2i cameras on a parallel 3D rig. Editing and rendering the footage was incredibly difficult; I used Sony Vegas to edit each view independently and Stereo Moviemaker to adjust the 3D effect. Finally, I was able to master a 3D Blu-ray using a beta version of NetBlender's DoStudio, a $10,000 program that included support for the 3D MVC codec.

Fast forward just over a year. The newly released 10.0d version of Sony Vegas natively supports the MVC codec, allowing 3D footage to be edited as easily as 2D footage. It also allows 3D Blu-rays to be burned directly from the timeline.

As for the camera itself: I was pleasantly surprised to find it exceeded my expectations. Color reproduction is exceptional, image stabailization is very good, and the glasses-free 3D display is extremely nice. Only the sound quality disappoints, but I almost never rely on built-in mics (opting instead for a Zoom H4N paired with an Audio Technica AT875R).

As an entry into the world of 3D, this camera is phenomenal. There are "prosumer" 3D cameras on the way, but for those who edit in Vegas, there's really no better or cheaper way to jump into the world of 3D shooting and editing today that with this camera.

For those without Vegas, editing a bit more difficult. Clips can be edited in-camera using some fairly simple software (you can even download music onto the camera to use as a soundtrack behind your clips). But you won't get nearly the performance you would get using dedicated editing software. And please note: Vegas is the ONLY software under $4000 currently offering the ability to manipulate MVC files. Premiere doesn't have it, nor does Final Cut Pro.

But for Vegas owners, or just those who love new tech, this camera come very highly recommended!

(I have shown this to a few colleagues unfamiliar with 3D and watched their faces light up with glee; one described it as "like traveling into the future." That's awesome.)

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Sony HDR-TD10 Delivers Amazing Hi-Def 3D At An Affordable Price! June 1, 2011

By GLENN BONAT

Amazon Verified Purchase

Now that I have one of these beasties in my hand ( thanks to amazon, sony had me on back-order for a month), I can tell you it far exceeds all expectations I had. The quality of the HD 3D images on my Sony 3D LED tv is stunning. Even more amazing is the quality of the 3D video when played on my Viewsonic 3D projector. Using the optoma 3D XL video signal converter which takes 3d content such as 3d Bluray, 3d cable, & now this sony 3d camcorder & scales it down from 1080p to 720p for 3d Dlp Projection, it still looks fantastic & rivals the real-D 3d at my local theater. I have found that the Blackmagic Design Decklink HD Extreme 3D +hdmi capture card is the best way to transfer the HD 3d footage to my pc in its native format. MVC is also the format used for compressing video for Blu-ray 3D. I usually edit in both Premeire Pro & Sony Vegas pro 10, fortunately sony has provided an update to vegas pro 10 which allows editing of MVC & burning to 3d bluray( playable on 3d bluray players).Adobe will soon do the same. Having been shooting in 3d for years, using dual video cameras, & shutter attachments such as the NuView, I can say that not only is shooting great 3D on this camcorder almost idiot proof, the quality is far better than any solution I have used in the past. The "glasses free" 3D LCD Viewpanel is interesting in itself. I find it a good aid to composing shots, since the 3D viewpanal does give a very good indication as to how the image will look on a 3D tv or projector. However, I really don't recommend it for watching your 3d movies. Glasses free 3D is still a bit hokey & can double-up on you if you tilt your head.
When watched on a 3d tv or projector it is fantastic. Oh, one more thing, it takes great HD 2-D as well.

17 of 18 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Easy 3D for for anybody June 17, 2011

By R. L. Epps

*** i'm editing my review by rearranging the paragraphs (and shorting my review) because there's a lot of confusion on what you can and can't do with the 3d files this camcorder makes. hopefully this will help clarify things***

this camcorder makes MVC format 3D files, these are high end AVCHD files with full hd resolution. this is the same format as the 3D blu-rays you see in the stores. the problem isn't the camera. as of right now, due to licencing reasons i dont understand, unless you want to spend about $4-$12 grand on netblender or something similar, you can't "author" your own 3d spec blu-ray that will work on every player like you get when you buy a commercial movie in the stores. that doesn't mean you can't make a 3d hd blu-ray that will work on all players. it dosen't mean you can't make full HD 3D blu-ray. it does mean that unless you have a lot of time and money on your hand, that you can't make a "full HD 3D blu-ray that works on all 3d players and tvs"

sony recently released its 3d video editing software for consumers, it can be found at sonycreativesoftware.com or here on amazon at Sony Creative Software Movie Studio HD Platinum Suite 11 V.11 or Sony Creative Software Movie Studio HD Platinum 11for only about $100. with this software you will be able to view and edit the MVC format files this camera makes in 3d, and you can burn 3d blu-rays from it as well,... not full res MVC spec blu ray with menus, but you can burn the files to the disc as a data disc that many players will recognise (like playstation 3). even without the software a playstatino 3 will recognise the raw video file. if your player wont read data discs, vegas 11 can convert it to side by side or interlace for you and you can use the sony dvd authorinng program to make a disc any player will play. obviously if you go side by side or interlace it will cut the resolution to each eye in half but it will do untill a hacker either cracks the code, or someone releases consumer grade authoring software. (vegas 11 will even do red/blue or pink/cyan glasses conversion for non 3d displays and for use on dvd format discs. so you can send 3d dvds and 50cent classes to friends and family)

all be told. there are options. not all of them straight forward, but for $100 in software and a capable bluray or dvd burner, you won't be stuck with a bunch of files you can only view by hooking up directly from your camcorder. but we will have to wait for the holy grail of getting the ease, compatability and full resolution of a commercial 3D BD

ok, now to the camera !

the TD10 is basicly a HDR-CX560V with the extra do-dads nessasary to make it 3D. the first thing that hit me out of the box was how beefy the thing is. i'm making a huge step up from the sony dcr-sx41 i picked up in 09. the sx41 is extreamly light weight,so much so that even my heartbeat would cause it to bump the image around in my huge palms, but the inertia of the TD10 helps keep the image still. that being said, it's not a featherweight, but in no way is it a brick, the added width and weight moves the center of mass but it's easy to get used to. that ridge in front of the zoom toggle is there so your middle and ring fingers can provide extra support for the extended center of mass. the whole unit feels higher end than ive seen from most other camcorders. the brushed alumiinum look, the thicker hand pad buckle, the more comfortable leather like section on the right hand side of the unit, the huge 3.5 inch screen, the fact the 1.5 inch npf-v70 battery sits flush in the enclousure, even the fact they put the hdmi to mini hdmi cable in the box instead of mking you buy it seperately this certiantly feels like a no BS flagship sony gadget.

shooting in 3D is a fun and new experance, i'm glad sony placed in the huge 3.5 inch parralax barrier 3d lcd on the thing and no viewfinder. shooting in 3D means you have to be mindfull of object placement, stability, proper zoom levels, and convergence windows. the glasses free lcd makes that work intuitively easy for almost any user. don't think nintendo 3DS type deal here, this high res screen puts that weak sauce screen to shame. it's easy to find the sweet spot here, and becasue it's already in 3d you can tell if you are too close to your subject and if you are about to give your friends and family a headache. even the on screen data, like the 5.1 mic pickup levels, and menu buttons sit at the convergance window threshhold so you know if you are adding proper depth to your movies or popping objects out of the tv screen to smack people in the face. you can press a button on the side and the screen will display 2d like any other camcorder, while it records 3D. which is good in bright situations where there can be a distracting bit of crosstalk.
the only thing worse than a bouncy unstable image is a bouncy unstable image in 3D. the TD10 offer two levels of stabilisation. at the factory set top level, the image will slowly 'float' into position after making big turns then it holds it perfetly still. it's a very smooth movie like pan effect that faintly reminds me of the kind of software pan you see on 4:3 tv shows converted from 16:9 movies. the second setting gets rid of the 'float' effect, but still holds things awesomely steady. even with the stabilization tuned off, this thing has enough mass in its self to keep things comfortable even when hand held.

the 64gb of storage will get you over 5 hours of 3D HD. so i would recommend just getting a good 2.5 inch external hard drive if you need more space. (you need to format the hard drive into FAT or FAT32. Windows will not do that over 32gb so you will need to download a free fat 32 formatt utility from the internet.) you can move files directly from the TD10 to external storage while on vacation and edit it at home later or use the camcorder to output 3d by playign movies directly from the hard drive.

is it worth it? (the $1500) that depends. i do think that on close inspection the HDR-CX560V has a slightly less graniy picture, nothing i cant fix in post production but this is just judging from the image on the lcd in a brightly lit department store so take that with a grain of salt, but obviously the HDR-CX560V lacks he TD10s greatist feature, that being 3D! one of the price limiting factors about this tech is that there are 2 lenses, 2 exmor sensors, 2 boinz image processors, etc,.... basicly, some of the most expensive parts of the camera have to be doubled so unlike the step to HD where prices come down over time, 3d (done right) will always have a bit of a premium. also, when in 3d mode, the camera uses almost twice as much power to operate. even fully charged, the NP-FV70 battery that comes with it will only get you a little over 2 hours of operating time. most other camcorders this battery will will get you nearly 5 hours. (i do strongly recommend a second battery)
seriously, there's nothing else in the full HD consumer level 3d camcorder arena and it is a bit pricy. there a plenty of awesome full hd 2D camcorders in the $500 - $900 range right now. if you want to wait a year or so and see if somebody releases something a little less for a little less do so but don't expect anything sub $1000 anytime soon. for people like me who want to future proof themselves for a few years and capture memories in 3d now, than yes. absolutly go for it. sony has set the standard and you won't be dissapointed in the unit itself. (you may however be disapointed that there may well be a very long wait for the ablity to burn a full hd 3d blu ray at teh consumer level)

*edited with updated vegas 11 info, and placed the common misconceptions on top