While I agree completely that better glass is always preferable, I suggest that anyone interested in this camera give it a test drive. While the entire package is a compromise with smaller sensor, reduced feature set, etc. compared to higher-end cameras, the results are terrific. For our level of production the package is an enormous step up from Betacam. The images are sharp! I can see individual hairs on people’s heads (a makeup challenge). Check out the screen shots in the review above. If you really need true HD glass, this might not be the camera for you.
John
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