Dallas/Plano TX Camcorder Stores? at DVinfo.net

Michael Stowe · November 2nd, 2005, 07:14 PM

Looking to find any stores that would carry the Sony FX1 and similar camcorders in the Dallas/Plano area?

Thanks

November 2nd, 2005, 08:30 PM

Michael,

I rented a Z1U from http://www.VideoTexSystems.com. They're about 10 to 15 minutes from the Galleria. Their web site is even better than most I've seen.

They sell the camcorders you mentioned as well. I did the rental through Roger, but I also spoke with a guy named Brock in sales. Nice guys, both of them. Good enough for me to make an effort to remember their names!

But I bought (and will continue to buy) from Brian at http://www.zotzdigital.com (one of the sponsors of this site). His product knowledge is incredible and he's good about emailing and calling you back.

Some people like to buy local and some like to buy on-line. The two places above give you a good choice for whatever your preference is. Each offers great service and very good prices too.

Michael Stowe · November 2nd, 2005, 08:42 PM

Thanks Derek. I am more interested in a hands on view, not buying at this time. I will check out the local store.

Thanks again

Mike

Michael Stowe · November 3rd, 2005, 02:08 AM

Derek -

You say they do have the FX1? Just wanted to make sure. They do not have it on their website. Or atleast I could not find it. Dallas is about 2 hours from me so I want to make sure which ever store has it in stock. I will eventually call, but would love all the help I could get :-)

Thanks again

November 3rd, 2005, 07:22 AM

Michael,

Would probably be best to just give them a call. Good luck!

Greg Boston · November 3rd, 2005, 10:24 AM

The Apple Store in the Shops at Willow Bend Mall has the FX1 on display. Frye's Electronics may also carry it.

-gb-

Michael Stowe · November 3rd, 2005, 12:54 PM

Thanks guys. I will give a call to each when I head down there. I was thinking about Frys since i have bought many things there, but could not remember if they carried the prosumer camcorder models.

Thanks

November 3rd, 2005, 03:51 PM

Yeah, I completely forgot about the apple store having the FX1. It's hooked up to a dual G5 and everything. I even taped some footage from it when I was there getting some RAM installed about a month ago. That would probably be your best bet Michael.

Michael Stowe · November 3rd, 2005, 04:46 PM

Thanks. I will check it out.

November 2nd, 2005, 07:14 PM	#1
Michael Stowe Regular Crew Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 177	Dallas/Plano TX Camcorder Stores? Looking to find any stores that would carry the Sony FX1 and similar camcorders in the Dallas/Plano area? Thanks

November 2nd, 2005, 08:30 PM	#2
Guest Posts: n/a	Michael, I rented a Z1U from http://www.VideoTexSystems.com. They're about 10 to 15 minutes from the Galleria. Their web site is even better than most I've seen. They sell the camcorders you mentioned as well. I did the rental through Roger, but I also spoke with a guy named Brock in sales. Nice guys, both of them. Good enough for me to make an effort to remember their names! But I bought (and will continue to buy) from Brian at http://www.zotzdigital.com (one of the sponsors of this site). His product knowledge is incredible and he's good about emailing and calling you back. Some people like to buy local and some like to buy on-line. The two places above give you a good choice for whatever your preference is. Each offers great service and very good prices too.

November 2nd, 2005, 08:42 PM	#3
Michael Stowe Regular Crew Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 177	Thanks Derek. I am more interested in a hands on view, not buying at this time. I will check out the local store. Thanks again Mike

November 3rd, 2005, 02:08 AM	#4
Michael Stowe Regular Crew Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 177	Derek - You say they do have the FX1? Just wanted to make sure. They do not have it on their website. Or atleast I could not find it. Dallas is about 2 hours from me so I want to make sure which ever store has it in stock. I will eventually call, but would love all the help I could get :-) Thanks again

November 3rd, 2005, 07:22 AM	#5
Guest Posts: n/a	Michael, Would probably be best to just give them a call. Good luck!

November 3rd, 2005, 10:24 AM	#6
Greg Boston Wrangler Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: DFW area, TX Posts: 6,117 Images: 1	The Apple Store in the Shops at Willow Bend Mall has the FX1 on display. Frye's Electronics may also carry it. -gb-

November 3rd, 2005, 12:54 PM	#7
Michael Stowe Regular Crew Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 177	Thanks guys. I will give a call to each when I head down there. I was thinking about Frys since i have bought many things there, but could not remember if they carried the prosumer camcorder models. Thanks

November 3rd, 2005, 03:51 PM	#8
Guest Posts: n/a	Yeah, I completely forgot about the apple store having the FX1. It's hooked up to a dual G5 and everything. I even taped some footage from it when I was there getting some RAM installed about a month ago. That would probably be your best bet Michael.

November 3rd, 2005, 04:46 PM	#9
Michael Stowe Regular Crew Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 177	Thanks. I will check it out.