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Best bet for entry level pro-sumer cam
Hi all,
I’m frustrated with the fact my GL1 has a 13pixel overscan area (which is fine for TV display…but otherwise sucks) and was wondering what would be best for me to look at for an entry level pro-sumer camera -
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If you stay in SD:
Sony PD170 or VX2100.
Superb in low light.
Excellent low-noise images.The PD has XLR pro audio inputs with Phantom power for mics.
The VX has a stereo mini-jack for an audio input like your GL.That’s the major difference, although the PD has more “click-stops” (finer adjustment) on the manual iris control.
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If you’re otherwise happy with your GL1 then a PD-170 should thrill you.
(And they’re still doing a $300 rebate on them through March 31st. Look up the camera on B&H online for info on that.)
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If you wish to go ahead and jump into the HDV spectrum of the market, which is not a bad idea considering the fact that HD is just around the corner. Check out the HDV series of cameras from Sony – the FX1 and the Z1. The Z1 is the brodcast version, so the speak. It has XLR inputs, can record HDV, DV, or DVCAM for whatever project that you have. I will say this, the downconverted HDV to DV from the camera is tons better than that of the Canon GL1 or XL1 (XL2) cameras.
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Wayne Carey
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Have you looked at the DVX100? If you don’t need the progressive scan mode, Panasonic put out the DVC80 which is the identical camera without the progressive scan mode. Same controls, same body, same everything. They discontinued it because it was competing with the DVX100, but you can still find them on ebay or from some camera stores. It is the camera I have and I absolutely love it. It tears the GL1 apart in just about every area.
…just a thought
and how convenient…I am planning on selling mine shortly 🙂
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hmm interesting…the GL1 is only interlaced isn’t it?
how much do you want for yours 😉 email me when you’re ready to sell, neveroblivion@yahoo.com
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