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by: psrod November 17, 2004 4:54 PM PST

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Need Recommendations

by psrod - 11/17/04 4:54 PM

Beginner here. Our first child is due after christmas, and I want to do the new dad thing and get a camcorder. I want to spend between 800 and 1000 on the camera. Want a digital camera that I will be able to record quality video, transfer to my laptop, do a little editing, and burn to DVD to share with the family. I think I want a compact recorder to take with us places.

I need a recommendation for the camera, software for the pc, and dvd drive for my laptop (dell 600m).

I'm totaly confused about all the formats and the pros and cons.


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Re: Need Recommendations

by frankzxcv - 11/17/04 9:18 PM

In Reply to: Need Recommendations by psrod

a common question


see this post

http://reviews.cnet.com/5208-7594-0.html?forumID=59&threadID=44742&messageID=529067


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Re: Need Recommendations

by psrod - 11/18/04 6:22 PM

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thanks for the reply


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DCR-PC109 or DCR-PC350

by psrod - 11/26/04 3:38 PM

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Sony Handycam DCR-PC109

or

Sony Handycam DCR-PC350


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Which Accessories

by psrod - 12/4/04 11:34 AM

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I decided on the Sony Handycam DCR-PC350 what accesories do I NEED? Here are some of the Recommended ones.

SONY MSGM64A 64MB MagicGate Memory Stick DUO Price : $49.95

Sony MSH-M128A MagicGate 128MB Memory Stick Duo Price : $69.95

Sony MSX-M256A 256MB Memory Stick Pro Duo Price : $98.95

Sony MSX-M512A 512MB Memory Stick Pro Duo Price : $249.95

Sony Standard Battery NP-FF50 for IP Camcorders Price : $49.95

Sony Extra Capacity Battery NP-FF70 for IP Camcorders Price : $95.00

Universal AC/DC Video Battery Charger Price : $85.00

USB Reader for Sony Memory Stick Media Price : $19.95

Sony ACSQ950D Dual M Series charger (SQ with SQ batteries) Price : $125.00

Sony DVM-60PR Mini-DV 60 Minutes Premium (PR) Video Tape Price : $7.95

Sony DVM-60PR Mini-DV 60 Minutes Premium (PR) Video Tape (5 PACK) Price : $39.95

Sony DVM-60PR Mini-DV 60 Minutes Premium (PR) Video Tape (10 PACK) Price : $79.95

Mini-DV Head Cleaner Price : $24.95

Crystal Optics 30mm UV Filter Price : $25.95

Crystal Optics 30mm 3 Piece Filter Kit (UV, Circular Polarizer, FLD) Price : $89.95

Titanium 2x Telephoto Lens - 30mm Price : $145.95

Titanium .5X Wide Angle Lens -30mm Price : $145.95

Sony LCS-VA3 Deluxe soft carrying case Price : $34.95

Pro Digital 6050 Tripod Price : $64.95

Sony Tripod with Remote Controller Price : $187.98

Pro Digital 6040 Professional Tripod with Carrying Case Price : $89.95

Sony HVL-FDH3 Video Flash Light Price : $145.95

Sony HVL-IRH2 Infrared Video Light Price : $95.95

Sony Gun/Zoom Microphone Price : $75.00

SONY MSGM64A 64MB MagicGate Memory Stick DUO Price : $49.95

Sony MSH-M128A MagicGate 128MB Memory Stick Duo Price : $69.95

Sony MSX-M256A 256MB Memory Stick Pro Duo Price : $98.95

Sony MSX-M512A 512MB Memory Stick Pro Duo Price : $249.95


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Re: Which Accessories

by frankzxcv - 12/4/04 4:06 PM

In Reply to: Which Accessories by psrod

gee whiz, where did you find all that stuff??

hard to say what to get, it all depends on your use of the equipment. you might want to see what that is first before investing so heavily.

the 50 battery is plenty, shoots for almost 2 hours.

the cam should come with a mem stick and should be all you need, the stills from handicams are not very good anyway.

I use panasonic tape, works great and is less (altho i get it wholesale for $3 each!)

keep tapes in their cases!!!! and you shouldn't need a head cleaner very soon.

you can get a very decent tripod at a camera store for about $200.

the onboard mikes are pretty good, you only need the add'l mike for its better quality which you may not need for just fam pix. also those shotgun mikes get in the shot, you'll need a shoe extender.

--fj


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Re: Which Accessories

by psrod - 12/4/04 7:22 PM

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Thanks, I just cut&paste the list from the sellers site. Battery, Tapes, and maybe a case/bag is all I think I need.


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I need help

by linxwood - 4/6/08 8:28 PM

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Hello.Could somone tell me where I can find the best price,what trusting shipping company to choose?I never had any camcorder...I dont realy know what to select..



Sony DCR-SR45 30GB Hard Drive Handycam Camcorder with 40x Optical Zoom

JVC Everio GZMG555 5MP 30GB Hard Disk Drive Camcorder with 10x Optical Zoom (Includes Docking Station)

Panasonic SDR-H40 40GB Hard Drive Camcorder with 42x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom


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Just what I've noticed.

by R. Proffitt Moderator - 4/6/08 8:40 PM

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Don't bother if the company is in NY.


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Re: Need Recommendations

by RossMil - 11/27/04 5:27 AM

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I second that. Sony DCR-PC330 , Sony Handycam DCR-PC109 are good bets too !


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