Yes, when I said the "Panasonic has 3 CCDs" I was speaking specifically about the PV-GS250 that I mentioned in my post, compared with Canon's Optura 60.

I'm not looking at pro-level cams, just consumer level cams below $1000. I'll probably just be using iMovie, not Final Cut. 24p is not an issue, although 16x9 mode would be nice since my next TV will probably be widescreen.