Compatibility of Sony HDV codec across Sony models at DVinfo.net

Kevin D Brady · February 26th, 2008, 07:28 PM

My friend uses a HVR-Z1J HDV camcorder and is wondering if tapes created on this will be playable on all other Sonys - he's considering a second camcorder and also found the firewire port on his HVR-Z1J is busted.

Any tips appreciated

Thanks in advance

Kevin

John Miller · February 26th, 2008, 07:42 PM

HDV is HDV just like DV is DV.

Chris Luker · February 27th, 2008, 12:21 PM

I use my HC5 to capture HDV shot on my Z1u. No problems.

David Heath · February 27th, 2008, 05:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by John Miller

HDV is HDV just like DV is DV.

Not quite - there are two very differing types of HDV, one based as a 720p standard (as found on JVC cameras) and another based on 1080i (as used by Sony). The two are most definately not compatible, but between any two Sony cameras there should be no problem.

John Miller · February 27th, 2008, 06:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by David Heath

Not quite - there are two very differing types of HDV, one based as a 720p standard (as found on JVC cameras) and another based on 1080i (as used by Sony). The two are most definately not compatible, but between any two Sony cameras there should be no problem.

I thought of mentioning that but since both are Sony (as you state), I didn't want to complicate the matter (which I have a tendency to do!)

Chris Hurd · February 27th, 2008, 07:19 PM

Well the right way to state it is HDV2 is HDV2... HDV2 is Sony or Canon 1080i whereas HDV1 is JVC 720p. So yes all Sony HDV gear should play nice with each other. You can't mix HDV1 and HDV2, and care must be taken with Canon HDV as its 24p and 30p modes (called Frame modes) are not compatible with Sony. But all Sony HDV gear, no problem.

Kevin D Brady · February 27th, 2008, 10:57 PM

Thanks !
I did notice his tapes won't play on my Canon XH A1

Kevin D Brady · March 19th, 2008, 10:44 AM

As above my friend is also considering a smaller less expensive Sony as a second camera - I don't know the Sony line - in the $1000.00 or maybe less what are the recomendations ? It would have to play tapes made on the HVR-Z1J HDV and vice versa.

Thanks in advance

Kevin

Dave Blackhurst · March 19th, 2008, 02:26 PM

HC7 (last years model) or HC9 are the best bets - both can be had under $1K, selling an HC9 myself right now in the classifieds... The 7 and 9 have better imagers and enough pro features to use as a second angle cam, or even a first in an emergency. Good complement to the Z1.

You could go cheaper and get a used HC3 or HC5 for a deck, but the PQ and features are much more limited, so you're really buying a deck, not so much a camera.

I'd say spend a few $ extra and get the HC9 - still under the $1K mark, and it's nice and pro looking with the included lens hood and black finish.

Kevin D Brady · March 19th, 2008, 05:09 PM

Thanks Dave - appreciate it

February 26th, 2008, 07:28 PM	#1
Kevin D Brady Regular Crew Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Denver Colorado Posts: 26	Compatibility of Sony HDV codec across Sony models My friend uses a HVR-Z1J HDV camcorder and is wondering if tapes created on this will be playable on all other Sonys - he's considering a second camcorder and also found the firewire port on his HVR-Z1J is busted. Any tips appreciated Thanks in advance Kevin

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February 27th, 2008, 10:57 PM	#7
Kevin D Brady Regular Crew Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Denver Colorado Posts: 26	compatability of HDV codecs Thanks ! I did notice his tapes won't play on my Canon XH A1

March 19th, 2008, 10:44 AM	#8
Kevin D Brady Regular Crew Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Denver Colorado Posts: 26	Smaller HDV camera to use with HVR-Z1J HDV As above my friend is also considering a smaller less expensive Sony as a second camera - I don't know the Sony line - in the $1000.00 or maybe less what are the recomendations ? It would have to play tapes made on the HVR-Z1J HDV and vice versa. Thanks in advance Kevin

March 19th, 2008, 05:09 PM	#10
Kevin D Brady Regular Crew Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Denver Colorado Posts: 26	Thanks Dave - appreciate it ! Thanks Dave - appreciate it

February 26th, 2008, 07:42 PM	#2
John Miller Major Player Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Hillsborough, NC, USA Posts: 968	HDV is HDV just like DV is DV.

February 27th, 2008, 12:21 PM	#3
Chris Luker Major Player Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Woods Cross, Utah Posts: 310	I use my HC5 to capture HDV shot on my Z1u. No problems.

March 19th, 2008, 02:26 PM	#9
Dave Blackhurst Inner Circle Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Apple Valley CA Posts: 4,874	HC7 (last years model) or HC9 are the best bets - both can be had under $1K, selling an HC9 myself right now in the classifieds... The 7 and 9 have better imagers and enough pro features to use as a second angle cam, or even a first in an emergency. Good complement to the Z1. You could go cheaper and get a used HC3 or HC5 for a deck, but the PQ and features are much more limited, so you're really buying a deck, not so much a camera. I'd say spend a few $ extra and get the HC9 - still under the $1K mark, and it's nice and pro looking with the included lens hood and black finish.