In addition to the 4K-capable FDR-AXP35 and FDR-AX30 Handycams, Sony has also introduced a 4K-capable action cam for those with a penchant for point-of-view shooting.

At CES 2014, JVC has announced the GZ-R70 and GZ-R10 rugged camcorders.

At IBC 2013 in Amsterdam today, Sony demonstrated a variety of new value-creating video production solutions. Visitors to the Sony booth will see live 4K production solutions, highly usable IT-driven systems and services, and an HD product line positioned at the core of today’s media industry.

Panasonic has announced its 2013 full HD camcorder lineup, and many models now come with built-in Wi-Fi support. Two active style camcorders with a pistol-grip design are also unveiled, with one of them sporting improved tough performance.

The new "prosumer" Legria HF G25 has an array of manual functions and expandability options to aid in the realization of a discerning videographer's creative vision while the Legria HF R46 includes a new Baby Mode designed for chronicling a child's growing up years.

Both the DCR-SX22 and the DCR-PJ6 offers a host of features, including a Sony 60x optical zoom lens and a new 70x extended zoom function, with the PJ6 additionally packing a built-in projector that makes viewing and sharing convenient in any environment.

With Full HD recording capabilities, the new camcorders enable users to directly share their videos on SNS without the need the hassle of transferring them to a PC.

These camcorders feature advanced technologies and functions including (but not limited to) the 3MOS System Pro engine comprising advanced lens, sensor and engine, and the Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer (O.I.S.) with five-axis correction capability.