Posted by Richard Crowley on 01/11/01 11:45

femalebiceps wrote ...
> If I keep the projects well lit with external lights
> then the XL2 will be able to show a better picture?

Seems like it limits your ability to work in many situations.
I am very thankful I have a camera that works well in low-
light situations. (Sony DSR-300) It has been a competitive
advantage many times.

> Can I buy a lens that works better in low light?

$$$$
And remember that the limiting factor for video cameras
is not necessarily the lens, but the imaging device and
circuits.

> The XL2 looks more professional than a PD170.
> Do you not disagree?

The XL2 (and its cousins) have been described by many
as a "video chainsaw in clown colors" Give me a dowdy-
looking small gray/black box any day for remaining in the
background and not becoming the center of attention. :-)

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