which camcorder to go for HG21 or SR12?? Which one will give me max value for my dough?
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HG21 is the only cam on the market with 24Mbps AVCHD and the colors are much better too. there's a comparison on vimeo.com i'd definitely go with canon.
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Thank you J. I'm sure the HV20 should work since it's DV Tape based and the video capture is made in real time.My concern is that since the HG10 works with a Hard Drive, the files copied to the computer may be in a format that the Mac cannot read... That would be a bummer.I've heard about some Sony AVCHD cameras not being compatible with the Mac and this is why I wonder about this one.I guess ultimately I can just get it and try it and return it if it doesn't work.Thanks again,Christian
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I came to amazon to find out what's new on the camcorder front. I bought this Canon HG10 almost two years ago and I absolutely love it.I use it with Mac OS 10, IMovie and Final Cut Pro 6.0. Other than some improvements; 1080p vs 1080i (from Panasonic). I really didn't see any reason to get a new camera (upgrade). I recently just purchased new battery packs and a new Rode SVM Stereo Condenser Microphone. If I was to get a new camera I would probably get the HG20. But that one is $1000. So, no rush. I'm going to hold on to this one for a year or so then see what's available in the HG series later next year. I came to amazon to find out what's new on the camcorder front. I bought this Canon HG10 almost two years ago and I absolutely love it.I use it with Mac OS 10, IMovie and Final Cut Pro 6.0. Other than some improvements; 1080p vs 1080i (from Panasonic). I really didn't see any reason to get a new camera (upgrade). I recently just purchased new battery packs and a new Rode SVM Stereo Condenser Microphone. If I was to get a new camera I would probably get the HG20. But that one is $1000. So, no rush. I'm going to hold on to this one for a year or so then see what's... » Read More I came to amazon to find out what's new on the camcorder front. I bought this Canon HG10 almost two years ago and I absolutely love it.I use it with Mac OS 10, IMovie and Final Cut Pro 6.0. Other than some improvements; 1080p vs 1080i (from Panasonic). I really didn't see any reason to get a new camera (upgrade). I recently just purchased new battery packs and a new Rode SVM Stereo Condenser Microphone. If I was to get a new camera I would probably get the HG20. But that one is $1000. So, no rush. I'm going to hold on to this one for a year or so then see what's available in the HG series later next year. « Show Less
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Hi German, Sony HXRNX5U Camcorder is a professinal camcorder and your question can be answered accurately if you send your inquiry to bis.product.support@am.sony.com, provide them with your contact details and your concern. Thank you. -Vincent
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It's a great camcorder though. It has more features than any other pocket camcorder. See my review on Amazon for details. http://www.amazon.com/review/R1EVMDDEHU0WG0/ref=cm_cr_pr_cmt?ie=UTF8&ASIN;=B003ZYEKJ0&linkCode;=&nodeID;=&tag;=#wasThisHelpful
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i ordered from beach camera and got the ntsc model. american sellers will send you the american product. all the specs are the sam and if you have questions you can vist the sonystyle.com website for specific info.that being said, i hope your not planning to spend 1500 on a 3D HD camcorder for its SD capabilities.
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I could not justify spending extra for the 300hs. I have been using the 100hs for 3 weeks now with no complaints. I do not take much video but overall I am happy with my purchase. I was able to pick up the 100HS when Amazon had the one day sale on gray for 159 out the door.
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If possible, go with a model that has 2 hour recording time. Ultra vs. Mino - we've used both and don't really have a preference. My 12 year old loves her Ultra but it only has 1 hour recording time and she wants to trade hers for one with more recording capacity.
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Whatever you get, make sure it's class 6. Anything less will not record the 1080p video that this camera offers! For the money I'd go with Transcend 16 GB Class 6 SDHC Flash Memory Card TS16GSDHC6E . 16GB will record about 3 hours of 1080p footage, and around 3,000 10mp pictures.
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I have a question about this also...Is this a one-time use camcorder or can it be re-used?I am thinking the latter, just by virrtue of the selling price...Many thanks in advance!
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I agree with j-rob. Does anyone know how the newer model (HDR-XR500V) performs in low-light situations? They claim the Exmor-R sensor helps with these situations. It's too bad there's no easy or cost-effective way to upgrade. I'm not in the position to spend another $1k+ for a new camcorder that handles low-light.
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I can't wait for a reviewer to get their hands on the HS20. Sounds great on paper.HS20 reportedly has Bigger CMOS sensor and faster circuits (along with a few other fixes, plus remote shutter release capable, more frames per second, SDXC, and includes a proper bayonet mounted hood).HS10 at under $400 sounded too good to be true, this sounds more like it, how it is worth the extra dough.DP Review reports the basics (propaganda):http://www.dpreview.com/news/1101/11010513fujifilmhs20exr.asp
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Thanks for the response. I'm not really interested in the 24p aesthetic. I am interested in taking video of quarter midget race cars racing. I have a HV10 now that has two problems (as I see it). One is that it's HD format is 1080i and the other is that the HD video is compressed to the same bit rate as SD video. It looks like the native 24p mode of the HV40 could solve one of these problems. It boggles my mind that so few camcorders offer progressive recording. Nearly all the still cameras that take video do it in progressive format.
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VPC-PD2 no question. It's a real (hobbyist) camcorder not another flip video
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I purchased this camcorder refurbished from Canon for just $349..A real bargain!
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The GH3 is generally considered to be the best multi-use camera (still & video). The video from this camera is outstanding. However as you are a "beginner" you might want to try the less expensive G6.
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Automatic. If you are worried about shutter speeds you need to be spending a lot more on a camera than this. Good camcorders with xlr inputs and adjustable settings generally run over a grand. You can get good DLSRs to shoot great video for $500-$800, but you generally want to run audio through a Tascam or Zoom. This is pretty much a point and shoot camcorder.