What am I missing on the pricing for a Panasonic AG-HVX200A?

[Eric Ruff]

Thank you all for the information. I think you saved me a lot of heartache. After reading your comments and the reviews you mentioned, I am going with the HPX 170 — it should be here from B&H within a few days! I am very excited. Again, thanks to all .

-Eric

[Matthew Sonnenfeld]

You won’t be disappointed. I got a 170 in January and I could not be happier. The warranty on the camera is also fantastic. don’t forget to register!!! 5 year warranty from panasonic! that’s a beautiful thing! Also, check out the scene files on the panasonic p2 website (you get there through the business section on the panasonic site). There are really cool ones that are definitely worth experimenting with! Treat it well and it will do the same for you!

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