So I just bought an XHA1... at DVinfo.net

Steve Lewis · May 2nd, 2008, 03:55 AM

So, since I just bought one, does that mean that next week we're gonna see the XHA2? :) But seriously, why doesn't Canon offer a professional flash-based video solution?

Philip Williams · May 2nd, 2008, 05:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Steve Lewis

So, since I just bought one, does that mean that next week we're gonna see the XHA2? :) But seriously, why doesn't Canon offer a professional flash-based video solution?

Canon is almost never, ever at the leading edge of camcorder technology. I'm not saying they'll never be that, but overall their camcorder division is quite conservative. To be fair, when they *do* release camcorders with updated features/technology they're usually (IMO) top notch. I've had my XH-A1 for about 1.5 years now and if I were buying a camcorder today... I'd probably get one all over again; its still the best cam in its price range in my opinion.

As it stands now I think we can safely count on the XH-A2 to either exclusively use solid state recording or maybe even add it on top of an HDV recording option. I forget when the XH-A1 was released, but I wouldn't be surprised if the A2 comes out in 09.

What we can't safely count on, but I would love to see, is a Canon produced CF recorder that integrates nicely with existing XH-A1s. I think - if they priced it right - it would sell to a TON of A1 owners. It would also make the A1 more competitive with some of the newer cams without re-engineering the A1.

Allan Black · May 2nd, 2008, 05:07 AM

Steve, congratulations, you'll be so busy with the A1 you won't notice any A2, not in the next few months anyway :)

IMO load the Panalook2 custom preset, get a neutral Expodisc for custom white balancing and you won't look back.
Cheers.

Brandon Freeman · May 2nd, 2008, 10:34 AM

I'd rather have a long lasting piece of technology that I'm satisfied with for years than be on the cutting edge. I'm very happy with my A1, especially when combined with my Letus Extreme. I'll be using for many years, and the FireStore unit takes care of my need for a tapeless workflow.

Steve Lewis · May 3rd, 2008, 02:22 AM

Thanks guys,
I'm sure I'll have my hands full with the A1! I have been reading the manual that is on Canon's website and it does a good job of simply explaining what the controls accomplish, but do you guys have a good suggestion (book, video, etc...) for how to really dive into the advanced operation of this camera?

Michael DAmbrose · May 3rd, 2008, 04:27 AM

The Vasst training was very helpful to me along with the manual and this forum. I am selling *** SOLD *** my DVD because after watching it once, I have digested all the information.

http://www.dvinfo.net/conf/showthrea...441#post871441

Mike

Steve Lewis · May 3rd, 2008, 02:17 PM

Hey Michael,
The site wouldn't let me click that link for some reason.
-Steve

Chris Hurd · May 3rd, 2008, 02:30 PM

Steve, that link goes to our Private Classifieds forum. You'll get access to it once your membership here passes 60 days.

May 2nd, 2008, 03:55 AM	#1
Steve Lewis Major Player Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Goleta, CA Posts: 233	So I just bought an XHA1... So, since I just bought one, does that mean that next week we're gonna see the XHA2? :) But seriously, why doesn't Canon offer a professional flash-based video solution?

May 2nd, 2008, 10:34 AM	#4
Brandon Freeman Major Player Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Boise, ID Posts: 226	I'd rather have a long lasting piece of technology that I'm satisfied with for years than be on the cutting edge. I'm very happy with my A1, especially when combined with my Letus Extreme. I'll be using for many years, and the FireStore unit takes care of my need for a tapeless workflow. __________________ Canon EOS 7D, Final Cut Studio 2 Last edited by Brandon Freeman; May 2nd, 2008 at 10:35 AM. Reason: typo

May 3rd, 2008, 04:27 AM	#6
Michael DAmbrose Regular Crew Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Middletown, CT Posts: 49	The Vasst training was very helpful to me along with the manual and this forum. I am selling * SOLD * my DVD because after watching it once, I have digested all the information. http://www.dvinfo.net/conf/showthrea...441#post871441 Mike Last edited by Michael DAmbrose; May 3rd, 2008 at 07:34 PM. Reason: Item sold

May 3rd, 2008, 02:30 PM	#8
Chris Hurd Obstreperous Rex Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: San Marcos, TX Posts: 27,366 Images: 513	Steve, that link goes to our Private Classifieds forum. You'll get access to it once your membership here passes 60 days. __________________ CH Search DV Info Net \| 20 years of DVi \| ...Tuesday is Soylent Green Day!

May 2nd, 2008, 05:07 AM	#3
Allan Black Inner Circle Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Sydney. Posts: 2,887	Steve, congratulations, you'll be so busy with the A1 you won't notice any A2, not in the next few months anyway :) IMO load the Panalook2 custom preset, get a neutral Expodisc for custom white balancing and you won't look back. Cheers.

May 3rd, 2008, 02:22 AM	#5
Steve Lewis Major Player Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Goleta, CA Posts: 233	Thanks guys, I'm sure I'll have my hands full with the A1! I have been reading the manual that is on Canon's website and it does a good job of simply explaining what the controls accomplish, but do you guys have a good suggestion (book, video, etc...) for how to really dive into the advanced operation of this camera?

May 3rd, 2008, 02:17 PM	#7
Steve Lewis Major Player Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Goleta, CA Posts: 233	Hey Michael, The site wouldn't let me click that link for some reason. -Steve