3d Rig with pocket camcorders?

[cordvision]

I want to build a very low cost 3d camera rig to experiment and learn. Does anybody know any good resources?
I want to have the ability to have a very small interaxial distance, but I can't afford to build a beam splitter rig. My best idea so far was to use pocket cams with a very narrow profile like this --> http://www.amazon.com/Toshiba-Camileo-Full-HD-Pocket-Camcorder/dp/B003DZ122O and use them in a side by side config.
What do you think about it? Did anybody try something like that before? Also, are there any cams of this type with 24p? I couldn't find any...

 

[nosys70]

i have done that with 2 Sanyo FH1 , the cheapest full HD camera i can find.
You can find cheaper little cams from Aiptek (starting around $180) , but none are providing reasonable quality like the FH1. I mean if your intend is to make real movie, the FH1 could be fine, but if it is just a proof of concept at minimal cost, a cheap Aiptek could be ok.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produ...K_VPC_FH1ABK_Dual_Camera_Xacti.html#Recording

it is able to shoot at 1080p60, and are small enough to have 50 to 70 mm spacing.
if you use one remote to control both camera, you get a pretty nice synchronised start (1-2 frames,and somewhat less good stop, 6-12 frames , i tink the camera attempts to close GOP).
This camera is really crap for low light interior shots, but give really astounding pictures on well lit scenes.
I was even able to use zoom with the remote control.
HD is really mandatory for 3D. I you decide not to go HD, i got a NuView adapter that is the best and easiest way to shot 3D with a DV camera (0nly one required.)