Posted by Frank on 11/28/06 23:06

On Tue, 28 Nov 2006 18:56:30 GMT, in 'rec.video.production',
in article <Re: Need Advice on Outfitting Studio>,
Larry in AZ <usenet2@DE.LETE.THISljvideo.com> wrote:

>Waiving the right to remain silent, "blackburst@aol.com" <blackburst@aol.com>
>said:
>
>> Thanks, Larry.
>>
>> There's a new JVC HDV camera that can be used either ENG or in a syudio
>> configuration.

Yes, the GY-HD250U ($10,995). The European version is known as the
GY-HD251E. The GY-HD250U can be used in conjunction with the optional
KA-HD250U Studio Adapter ($3000) and the 26-pin RM-P210U Multicore
Remote (100 meters) Camera Control Unit ($1995) for studio operation.

There are even optional adapters ($799 each) for using 1/2-inch
(ACM-12) and 2/3-inch (ACM-17) lenses with the GY-HD250U.

The GY-HD250U can also be purchased without lens as the GY-HD250CHU
($9995). Canon offers the KT20X5BKRS 20x zoom lens ($9800). Another
choice is the Fujinon Th17X5BRM 17x zoom ($10,800).

> Would that make a good upgradable path?

It's certainly an upgrade path.

>Can it also be used in SD for the short term???

Absolutely.

>Don't know about JVC, but Canon makes a newer HDV camera with 20:1 lens and
>HD-SDI output.

Yes, the XH G1 ($6999), but it doesn't offer interchangeable lens
capability, which may or may not be an issue for you.

>HD-SDI routing and switchers are becoming quite inexpensive. Some even
>contain built-in scaling to SD.
>
>As I said, check with a good, professional reseller. It's a fast-changing
>world...

--
Frank, Independent Consultant, New York, NY
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