Can anyone recommend a good digital CamCorder? - GoFuckYourself.com

BabeHunter · 01-06-2002, 10:33 AM

I'm into taking party video content any suggestions on a camcorder and a good video editing card? so i could convert the videos into mpeg/avi?
my budget for all of this is about 1000-1500$

hopfully some 1 could help me with that

BabeHunter · 01-06-2002, 12:14 PM

no 1 can help me?

PeepNTom · 01-06-2002, 04:25 PM

panasonic pv-dv900

pretty good

BV · 01-06-2002, 05:59 PM

sony trv900
and a pinnacle fire wire card/software

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tekart · 01-07-2002, 02:57 AM

Well, I came across this thread by accident but becuase I was in your shoes a few months ago and have just made a purchase, I'll give you a few pointers...but it comes down to what you want in a CamCorder...

I looked at JVC, Sony and Panasonic. I was looking for a camcorder that DID NOT come with a built in 'printer' or 'digital camera' capabilities...but would be wiling to forgo that for a good price...I was a bit prone to staying with Sony, but only from a 'namebrand' point of view.

I was also looking at the 'digital zoom' and knew I wanted at least 20x and since I'm not a big fan of small ass LCD screens, then I wanted to get at least 3' or 3.5' inches..

My budget was about what yours was so I went ahead and got the Sony DCR-TRV530...

Depending on where you live, I'd say your nearest camera store should carry it!

I'm looking forward to taking this little phucker to mardi gras with me next month..should be a blast...since I only had a digital camera last year!

Hope this helps!

Later,

TekArt

BabeHunter · 01-07-2002, 03:15 AM

Thanks

Ted · 01-07-2002, 04:33 PM

Some good articles on video, camera's and lighting and stuff here
http://www.*************/articles/art_index.htm

BV · 01-07-2002, 05:21 PM

babehunter
the trv900 is a 3 chip camera
make sure you get a 3 chip
you basicly have 2 choices in your $ range:
the Sony trv900
or the Cannon GL

there are no other 3 chip DV Cams out there that I know of in this range.
The sony you can get at bhphoto.com for around 1500 bucks. check it out you wont find it cheaper new with even 10% of the same customer service.

the cannon is a little more pricey and has more zoom and a few extra features, and is a little over you budget, that's why i didn't mention it previously.

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http · 01-07-2002, 05:34 PM

I got a Panasonic PV-DV 200 D for my ARS points and it kicks ass, AWESOME Quality both sound and video, and it's only $700 or so if I got it right

spankstrocko · 01-07-2002, 06:40 PM

I would go for the Cannon GL1 in that range.

Look for it on ebay for a good price.

Shalom

Spankstrocko

spankstrocko · 01-07-2002, 06:41 PM

BabeHunter,

Where in Is. are you. I have Family in Haifa.

Hope you and your family is safe.

Spankstrocko

quiet · 01-07-2002, 08:58 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by spankstrocko:
I would go for the Cannon GL1 in that range.

Look for it on ebay for a good price.

Shalom

Spankstrocko

that would be my pick too. we only use xl1's to shoot porn, but in a lower price range, the gl1 is a very nice choice.

BabeHunter · 01-08-2002, 12:11 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by spankstrocko:
BabeHunter,
Where in Is. are you. I have Family in Haifa.
Hope you and your family is safe.
Spankstrocko

I'm From Askelon no problems here

Mark the Pithy · 01-08-2002, 12:40 AM

What BV said. trv900. I've seen it going for as little as $1200. A $50 Firewire board is all you need if your computer doesn't have Firewire built in. It's just a file transfer - no capture needed. Do all mpeg encoding in software - it's slower but higher quality, sorta like rendering in 3D the software has more "intelligence" to create a higher quality file.

To see what the trv900 can do for output go rent a few DreamGirls: Real Adventures DVDs from Evil Angel. The trv900 is the cam the guys use. Joey Silvera also uses the trv900 for his EA titles.

One thing: if you use Windoze buy a Win2000 or XP box. These OSs can handle large files better than the 9x versions that need funky software tricks to edit files larger than 4GB.

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Mark the Pithy · 01-08-2002, 12:50 AM

ps Compared to the gl the trv900 has a more low-key "party video" form factor. Looks more like a generic sony consumer cam.

quiet · 01-08-2002, 01:10 AM

we shot this with 2 xl1's (the gl1's big brother). not too bad ;)

(had to remove the clip, sorry)

[This message has been edited by quiet (edited 01-08-2002).]

Mark the Pithy · 01-08-2002, 01:47 AM

XL1s are just too sexy looking. They remind me of the old 8mm newsreel cameras.

BabeHunter · 01-08-2002, 05:38 AM

Damm
the trv900 costs 1700$ around here
I think I'm gonna get a simpler cam i'm not a pro yet

The Sony DCR-TRV530 looking good...i think i'm gonna get this 1

Thank you guys for the help

Jake · 01-08-2002, 04:16 PM

Go with the Sony TRV30 - You can get one on-line for around 1,000 bucks - It also takes digital still at 1.5 mega pixels. I've got one and I love it. Good Luck - Charlie

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01-06-2002, 10:33 AM	#1
BabeHunter Webmaster Industry Role: Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: 2nd door on the left Posts: 4,063	Can anyone recommend a good digital CamCorder? I'm into taking party video content any suggestions on a camcorder and a good video editing card? so i could convert the videos into mpeg/avi? my budget for all of this is about 1000-1500$ hopfully some 1 could help me with that

01-06-2002, 12:14 PM	#2
BabeHunter Webmaster Industry Role: Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: 2nd door on the left Posts: 4,063	no 1 can help me?

01-06-2002, 04:25 PM	#3
PeepNTom Confirmed User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: yer freakin window Posts: 275	panasonic pv-dv900 pretty good

01-06-2002, 05:59 PM	#4
BV wtf Industry Role: Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bikini State, FL USA Posts: 10,914	sony trv900 and a pinnacle fire wire card/software ------------------ BikiniVoyeur: 50% Payouts Weekly! Plus Re Bills! Pimp the Real Shit

01-07-2002, 02:57 AM	#5
tekart Confirmed User Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: somwhere in time... Posts: 368	Well, I came across this thread by accident but becuase I was in your shoes a few months ago and have just made a purchase, I'll give you a few pointers...but it comes down to what you want in a CamCorder... I looked at JVC, Sony and Panasonic. I was looking for a camcorder that DID NOT come with a built in 'printer' or 'digital camera' capabilities...but would be wiling to forgo that for a good price...I was a bit prone to staying with Sony, but only from a 'namebrand' point of view. I was also looking at the 'digital zoom' and knew I wanted at least 20x and since I'm not a big fan of small ass LCD screens, then I wanted to get at least 3' or 3.5' inches.. My budget was about what yours was so I went ahead and got the Sony DCR-TRV530... Depending on where you live, I'd say your nearest camera store should carry it! I'm looking forward to taking this little phucker to mardi gras with me next month..should be a blast...since I only had a digital camera last year! Hope this helps! Later, TekArt

01-07-2002, 03:15 AM	#6
BabeHunter Webmaster Industry Role: Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: 2nd door on the left Posts: 4,063	Thanks

01-07-2002, 04:33 PM	#7
Ted Confirmed User Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 830	Some good articles on video, camera's and lighting and stuff here http://www.*************/articles/art_index.htm

01-07-2002, 05:21 PM	#8
BV wtf Industry Role: Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bikini State, FL USA Posts: 10,914	babehunter the trv900 is a 3 chip camera make sure you get a 3 chip you basicly have 2 choices in your $ range: the Sony trv900 or the Cannon GL there are no other 3 chip DV Cams out there that I know of in this range. The sony you can get at bhphoto.com for around 1500 bucks. check it out you wont find it cheaper new with even 10% of the same customer service. the cannon is a little more pricey and has more zoom and a few extra features, and is a little over you budget, that's why i didn't mention it previously. ------------------ BikiniVoyeur: 50% Payouts Weekly! Plus Re Bills! Pimp the Real Shit

01-07-2002, 05:34 PM	#9
http Confirmed User Join Date: Oct 2001 Posts: 1,811	I got a Panasonic PV-DV 200 D for my ARS points and it kicks ass, AWESOME Quality both sound and video, and it's only $700 or so if I got it right

01-07-2002, 06:40 PM	#10
spankstrocko Confirmed User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 454	I would go for the Cannon GL1 in that range. Look for it on ebay for a good price. Shalom Spankstrocko

01-07-2002, 06:41 PM	#11
spankstrocko Confirmed User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 454	BabeHunter, Where in Is. are you. I have Family in Haifa. Hope you and your family is safe. Spankstrocko

01-08-2002, 12:40 AM	#14
Mark the Pithy Confirmed User Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Upstate New Yawk Posts: 276	What BV said. trv900. I've seen it going for as little as $1200. A $50 Firewire board is all you need if your computer doesn't have Firewire built in. It's just a file transfer - no capture needed. Do all mpeg encoding in software - it's slower but higher quality, sorta like rendering in 3D the software has more "intelligence" to create a higher quality file. To see what the trv900 can do for output go rent a few DreamGirls: Real Adventures DVDs from Evil Angel. The trv900 is the cam the guys use. Joey Silvera also uses the trv900 for his EA titles. One thing: if you use Windoze buy a Win2000 or XP box. These OSs can handle large files better than the 9x versions that need funky software tricks to edit files larger than 4GB. ------------------ (o)Y(º) <- bad boob job

01-08-2002, 12:50 AM	#15
Mark the Pithy Confirmed User Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Upstate New Yawk Posts: 276	ps Compared to the gl the trv900 has a more low-key "party video" form factor. Looks more like a generic sony consumer cam.

01-08-2002, 01:10 AM	#16
quiet we'll miss you our friend. RIP Industry Role: Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Fernie, BC Posts: 25,115	we shot this with 2 xl1's (the gl1's big brother). not too bad ;) (had to remove the clip, sorry) [This message has been edited by quiet (edited 01-08-2002).]

01-08-2002, 01:47 AM	#17
Mark the Pithy Confirmed User Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Upstate New Yawk Posts: 276	XL1s are just too sexy looking. They remind me of the old 8mm newsreel cameras.

01-08-2002, 05:38 AM	#18
BabeHunter Webmaster Industry Role: Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: 2nd door on the left Posts: 4,063	Damm the trv900 costs 1700$ around here I think I'm gonna get a simpler cam i'm not a pro yet The Sony DCR-TRV530 looking good...i think i'm gonna get this 1 Thank you guys for the help

01-08-2002, 04:16 PM	#19
Jake Confirmed User Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: CO, US Posts: 3,056	Go with the Sony TRV30 - You can get one on-line for around 1,000 bucks - It also takes digital still at 1.5 mega pixels. I've got one and I love it. Good Luck - Charlie ------------------ CLICKCASH = $60.00 per sign-up, weekly checks sent FedEx, solid program running since 1996, and conversion ratios better than 50:1 because it's FREE for the surfer to sign-up! Drop me a line if you have any questions [email protected]