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August 11th, 2007, 03:41 PM | #1 |
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Recommendation for a consumer-quality HD Camcorder
The Canon ZR 40 that I have used for years as an SD play deck has just died. Time to replace it, and I figure an HD-capable unit is the way to go. I need a camcorder that:
1. is inexpensive. 2. can play miniDV tapes in both HD and SD. 3. accomodates filters. 4. allows DV output to a computer. Canon's HV 20 ($1,000) seems like a good choice, but can anyone recommend an alternative? Thanks, Steve Siegel, Miami |
August 11th, 2007, 07:06 PM | #3 |
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I like the sony's but...
The Canon is a nice unit, but I am pretty pleased with the Sony.
However, if you can reuse batteries, etc, that would swing it to Canon camp, for sure. |
August 11th, 2007, 07:12 PM | #4 |
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High Definition Handycam Camcorder HDR-CX7
Very New. take a look http://b2b.sony.com/Solutions/product/HDR-CX7
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August 11th, 2007, 08:25 PM | #5 |
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Definately the HV20....Hands Down.
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If you don't need a LANC remote interface (remote control of zoom, focus and record with an external controlling device) which is nice for jib and tripod use, then I would get the HV20. However, if you need LANC remote interface, then the Sony HC7 is the camera you want to get. I ended up with the HC7 after being totally disappointed that the HV20 didn't have LANC. Unfortunately, that was the deal breaker for me. |
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August 11th, 2007, 10:39 PM | #7 |
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Steve,
This is pretty much a no brainer. HV20 all the way... |
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