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Jeff Thomason · September 9th, 2006, 10:11 AM

Ok Guys, I am in the Hunting video business, and I am looking into buying another camera. I currently have a dvx 2100. I have been looking into the Canon XL 2. I need a camera that is very rugged, has good zoom, and very good image stabilization. This camera will be traveling all over the world, and in many different climates. Any camera and accessories you could recommend would really help. Thanks Jeff

Ash Greyson · September 9th, 2006, 10:13 AM

XL2 is not the most rugged but meets all the rest of your criteria. As long as you have a very good case you should be fine. It is NOT a very easy camera to use however. You might be better off grabbing one of the new Canon HDV cameras when they come out next month.

ash =o)

Jeff Thomason · September 10th, 2006, 06:16 AM

Thanks lfor the info. Where is a good place to buy accessories? Do you know of anywhere that sells camo covers for these larger cameras? Thanks

Denis Danatzko · September 10th, 2006, 07:09 AM

All are - and have been researched - and found to be reputable dealers that carry better-than-consumer-level equipment. B&H in NYC is very popular. They have a huge selection, and often have the best price for many, many items.

September 9th, 2006, 10:11 AM	#1
Jeff Thomason Tourist Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: TX Posts: 3	I could use some Help! Ok Guys, I am in the Hunting video business, and I am looking into buying another camera. I currently have a dvx 2100. I have been looking into the Canon XL 2. I need a camera that is very rugged, has good zoom, and very good image stabilization. This camera will be traveling all over the world, and in many different climates. Any camera and accessories you could recommend would really help. Thanks Jeff

September 10th, 2006, 07:09 AM	#4
Denis Danatzko Major Player Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: NYC Metro area Posts: 579	First, check the sponsors of this site. All are - and have been researched - and found to be reputable dealers that carry better-than-consumer-level equipment. B&H in NYC is very popular. They have a huge selection, and often have the best price for many, many items. __________________ Denis ------------ Our actions are based on our own experience and knowledge. Thus, no one is ever totally right, nor totally wrong. We simply act from what we "know" to be true, based on that experience and knowledge. Beyond that, we pose questions to others.

September 9th, 2006, 10:13 AM	#2
Ash Greyson Trustee Join Date: May 2003 Location: Tulsa, OK Posts: 1,689	XL2 is not the most rugged but meets all the rest of your criteria. As long as you have a very good case you should be fine. It is NOT a very easy camera to use however. You might be better off grabbing one of the new Canon HDV cameras when they come out next month. ash =o)

September 10th, 2006, 06:16 AM	#3
Jeff Thomason Tourist Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: TX Posts: 3	Thanks lfor the info. Where is a good place to buy accessories? Do you know of anywhere that sells camo covers for these larger cameras? Thanks