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jkvisfx · 03-10-2003, 01:19 AM

For DV cameras, I favor Sony - specifically the PD-150. It's the same camera as the VX 2000 only, it shoots DV-Cam and has XLR for extra mics or a mic mixer. It also lets you set time code and user bit info for logging and editing later. It's the smallest, lightest "Pro" camera available.

Panasonic has a new MiniDV camera that shoots progressive scan and 24fps. I have not had a chance to shoot with that one yet but, it looks very promising. Runs about the same price as the PD150.

The Canon XL1 is a favorite. It's main advantage is you can change lenses on it. Most people I know who shoot with it never do this though. I find it awkward for hand-held work though and the controls on it kind of hard to work with.

Regardless, do yourself a favor and make shure you use a three-chip camera. The difference in image quality is very apparent.

03-10-2003, 01:19 AM
jkvisfx Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Seattle area Posts: 24	For DV cameras, I favor Sony - specifically the PD-150. It's the same camera as the VX 2000 only, it shoots DV-Cam and has XLR for extra mics or a mic mixer. It also lets you set time code and user bit info for logging and editing later. It's the smallest, lightest "Pro" camera available. Panasonic has a new MiniDV camera that shoots progressive scan and 24fps. I have not had a chance to shoot with that one yet but, it looks very promising. Runs about the same price as the PD150. The Canon XL1 is a favorite. It's main advantage is you can change lenses on it. Most people I know who shoot with it never do this though. I find it awkward for hand-held work though and the controls on it kind of hard to work with. Regardless, do yourself a favor and make shure you use a three-chip camera. The difference in image quality is very apparent.