HDRSR1 Sony Camcorder: Does anyone out there in 'internet land' know of an excellent one?
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I bought a $60 or $70 audio-technica shotgun mic from full compass (fullcompass.com). The mic itself is great (very directional, good sound quality). Shotgun mics are the kind the pros use on a boom pole, but you can use it however you want. The only thing is that my SR1 creates a noticeable buzzing noise in the audio whenever it's recording. Some other people have the same problem. I'm waiting on that firmware update from sony to see if it helps. Just keep this in mind before you go spending a lot of money on a mic.
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Thanks again david.I remember reading some of the flash based camcorders record on .MOD files, which are somewhat hard to work with.This will be my first camcorder purchase in a long while (my last was a sony digital-8...), so your advice is well needed and appreciated.
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I have the same sentiment. This will be my first foray into digital SLR. I want one camera for nice photos and also for HD video. This sony was the only one I could find that has continuous autofocus in video mode so that's why I'm opting for it over the rebel.
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Hi Joe, the camcorder can record in either 60i or 60p in HD quality. Thanks_Mitch
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I own a HDR-HC1; yes, it works well with my old Maxwell SD tapes. HC3 is a dumbed down version of HC1; but hc1 is hard to get - they are all sold out.
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Thanks Jim, What is the advantage of the HF200 over the HF100 camcorder? Is the quality going to be better?
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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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Hi Allington, Sony HVRA1U Camcorder is a professional product 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. Thanks. -Vincent
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Bill,Thank you for the information. I also looked at some HD solutions from your typical consumer digital camera's but was turned off by the short recording time and large storage space required. It seems you cannot use the zoom feature at all with the DMC-FX35K while shooting video with it. For $199.99, I think the Vado HD is your best choice for HD video recording. Cheers!Oscar V.
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I used the Sony SR11 during Thanksgiving vacation and for Christmas day. It has very intuitive record and playback features. I wish I could record from a VCR to the Sony SR11, but it does not have this capability.
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I am not sure if the Canon XH-A1S is still available but i really like mine and it does have two XLR inputs and can record audio via the XLR inputs and the attached mic if you would like, it is really a dandy camera!!!! There are other Canon video cameras with XLR inputs but i am just familiar with this one, good luck and go with Canon!!!
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the HDR-PJ650 is a 'hot shoe' camera... No.... I also purchased a Photography / Video L bracket and it works
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The next generations are up for pre-sale, SR5 and SR7 :Sony HDR-SR7 AVCHD 6.1MP 60GB High Definition Hard Disk Drive Camcorder with 10x Optical Zoom
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After very extensive research on many different camcorders, I ordered the GS500 yesterday. Try www.cnet.com,
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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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A better comparison is the Sony HDR CX550 which has the same SDHC as the Canon. The Sony, at over 300 dollars cheaper and comparable performance seems to be the better buy.
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Useful info for somebody (like me) who is searching for new HD camcorder.Thanks.