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Posted by Jim S on 01/09/07 20:50
"PTravel" <ptravel@travelersvideo.com> wrote in message
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> "Jim S" <Jim S@jimsplace.com> wrote in message
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>> "Dave Martindale" <davem@cs.ubc.ca> wrote in message
>> news:enubu4$khj$1@swain.cs.ubc.ca...
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>>>> "Jim S" <Jim S@jimsplace.com> wrote:
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>>>>So because the AVCHD format is said to have a bit rate that is "very
>>>>close
>>>>to tape based standard definition", doesn't this improve the appeal of
>>>>hard
>>>>drive and DVD camcorders that record in this format?
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>>> Not unless it allows you to record high-quality SD video, which I doubt.
>>> It certainly doesn't give high-quality HD video, as other readers
>>> have attested.
>>>
>>> Dave
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>> So what would your advice be to a person who wants to buy NOW a good
>> camcorder for home use that will produce the best video possible for not
>> much more than say $US2000?
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> That's easy: a VX2100. You'll get stunning video, incredible low-light
> performance, and not-half-bad audio from the on-camera microphone. The
> VX2100 occupires a unique niche -- to better it's performance, you'd have
> to spend another $1,000 on a Canon XL2. Anything priced less will take a
> considerable and dramatic hit on performance.
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>> At any point in time, there are always improved models and technologies
>> that aren't far away. We can see that happening with future blu-ray
>> products. But in practical terms, some people can't keep on waiting, so
>> would you advise people to steer clear of the new AVHCD format? What do
>> you think about the new Sony HDR-HC3 miniDV tape camcorder, it has HDMI
>> connectivity and can record HDV at 1080i, see:
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>> http://www.goodgearguide.com.au/index.php/taxid;2136212591;pid;2004;pt;1
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>> The reviewer, James Dickinson, says that:
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>> "Unsurprisingly, the video quality from the HC3 blows away the
>> competition. The native 1080i images are crisp and sharp with fantastic
>> levels of detail. No standard definition DV camcorder can get anywhere
>> near the HC3 in terms of video quality. "
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>> This seems to be a pretty good recommendation don't you think?
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>> Cheers, Jim
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Yes, the Sony DCR-VX2100, which came out in 2003, was certainly a great
camera, but rather too bulky for many of today's travelers. It must be
getting harder to buy new VX2100's after all this time? But if you are
prepared to cart around a camera of this size, why not buy the Sony HDRFX1E?
http://www.sonystyle.com/is-bin/INTERSHOP.enfinity/eCS/Store/en/-/USD/SY_DisplayProductInformation-Start?ProductSKU=HDRFX1&Dept=cameras&CategoryName=dcc_DICamcorders_HighDefinitionVideo
I sometimes feel sorry for people who are compelled to lug around big bags
of camera gear and tripods when on holiday. Those people who can fit their
movie and still cameras into one small bag, or even into a pocket, can still
produce great travel memories at a quality that is satisfactory to them. I
have helped lots of such people to edit video and produce slide shows, and
they are very happy with the results. Even some enthusiasts are buying tiny
digital cameras that also take movies so they can have a still and movie
camera with them in a pocket at all times. OK, you may not get perfection,
but you can get 10megapixel stills and even passable video at times when
it's simply not practical to have your big gear with you! For example, when
on long walks, or when simply going out for a meal, a little combo camera is
the way to go.
Before buying gear that even a donkey would find difficult to cart around,
have a look at a nice little combo like this:
http://www.sonystyle.com/is-bin/INTERSHOP.enfinity/eCS/Store/en/-/USD/SY_DisplayProductInformation-Start?ProductSKU=DSCN2
And if you must, then buy your TV-studio-type gear from which to create your
Lord of the Rings type movies. And don't forget to buy a DSLR digital still
camera with 5 or 6 top quality lenses, you never know when you'll want to
photograph bees' knees. But if you want to feel liberated from heavy weights
when on holiday, a camera like the Sony DSC-N2 may just be for you.
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