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Andreas Misera · August 20th, 2004, 04:11 AM

hi all,

new user, first post. i'm a complete newbie from munich/germany. i don't own a DV camera myself yet, but plan to buy one later this year.

so far i've shot a short with a friend on his PD-100 that is still in the editing phase (didn't realize how long this can take). i have a day job in the software industry but would love to somehow make a living in the film sector. future plans include doing more shorts, possibly a feature, and finding a way to generate money - industry films, weddings, whatever. no idea if i'll ever get there...

i almost bought a DVX-100A but then heard of the XL2 coming out soon. so now i'll wait for a few proper tests/reviews before making up my mind - after all, it's a lot of money to be spent!

cheers,
-andreas

Rob Lohman · August 20th, 2004, 04:17 AM

Welcome aboard Andreas, it's good to have you with us! It
certainly is a lot of money and I'm glad you take the time to
thoroughly research the subject before laying down that much
cash. If you can do find a store in your area that has both so
you can see them, hold them and if possible shoot a bit of tape
with both (bring DV tape along!).

The two camera's have a very very different form factor which
is important to feel (especially the Canon XL series). A recording
to tape can be handy so you can look at it at home if you have
a tape deck or DV camera or can borrow one from a friend.

Good luck on your purchase and projects!

August 20th, 2004, 04:11 AM	#1
Andreas Misera Tourist Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Munich, Germany Posts: 2	Hello from Munich hi all, new user, first post. i'm a complete newbie from munich/germany. i don't own a DV camera myself yet, but plan to buy one later this year. so far i've shot a short with a friend on his PD-100 that is still in the editing phase (didn't realize how long this can take). i have a day job in the software industry but would love to somehow make a living in the film sector. future plans include doing more shorts, possibly a feature, and finding a way to generate money - industry films, weddings, whatever. no idea if i'll ever get there... i almost bought a DVX-100A but then heard of the XL2 coming out soon. so now i'll wait for a few proper tests/reviews before making up my mind - after all, it's a lot of money to be spent! cheers, -andreas __________________ "I'm sorry, Dave." - HAL

August 20th, 2004, 04:17 AM	#2
Rob Lohman RED Code Chef Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Holland Posts: 12,514	Welcome aboard Andreas, it's good to have you with us! It certainly is a lot of money and I'm glad you take the time to thoroughly research the subject before laying down that much cash. If you can do find a store in your area that has both so you can see them, hold them and if possible shoot a bit of tape with both (bring DV tape along!). The two camera's have a very very different form factor which is important to feel (especially the Canon XL series). A recording to tape can be handy so you can look at it at home if you have a tape deck or DV camera or can borrow one from a friend. Good luck on your purchase and projects! __________________ Rob Lohman, visuar@iname.com DV Info Wrangler & RED Code Chef Join the DV Challenge \| Lady X Search DVinfo.net for quick answers \| Buy from the best: DVinfo.net sponsors