To break down the video a bit more for you here we go:
We own 3 different 3ccd cameras - each researched well but I would only recommend two.
Sony VX2100 - $2349.95 USD @ B&H
Tried true camera that has a decent price and shoots top notch digital. We have 2 of these and at the time could not have been happier.
Next is our latest buy:
Panasonic DVX 100a - $3449.95 @ B&H
Now yes this camera is a grand more but I assure you it is worth every bit of it. However if you are just going to be doing amateur shoots than the VX2100 will be fine for you. The DVX 100a brings in a ton of new features.
A lot of people will preach the Canon XL-1s or the GL2 - but the Panasonic will hands down deliver way more for the money.
Hope this helps.