I have heard several things about Canon camcorders, some good, some bad. It actually comes down to what you're willing to pay. I'd say the Canon GL1 is a probably a good camera, but the word on the street is that a replacement to the GL1 will be announced by Canon in August.
It's hard to choose these days. Other good cameras would be the Sony VX2000, and the new Panasonic DX100 (available this fall). Myself, I have the Panasonic EZ30, which has been a great camera for me. Unfortunately, it's been discontinued and the current replacement supposedly is sucky. I have a G4/933 with a SuperDrive, but have yet to burn a DVD. I don't own a DVD player other than the SuperDrive in my computer, so right now it's kinda pointless.
If I were you, I would immerse yourself in a good catalog, like that of <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com"; target="_blank">B&H Photo Video</a> out of New York. They're reputable. Their prices are very reasonable. And they get thiings to you quickly and have great service.
When you're at their site, you can choose the pricing category that fits your budget.
In the end, however, it isn't really going to matter what camera you use for the final DVD product, but the art and skill behind the camera that will determine how good the final product is.
Don't forget the Sony DSR-PD150. It's cheaper than the Canon XL1s, lacks the lens adaptability, but handles wear and tear better. With dual XLR audio jacks and straight-ahead features, it's a great prosumer camera.
<strong>I'd say the Canon GL1 is a probably a good camera, but the word on the street is that a replacement to the GL1 will be announced by Canon in August.
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It's hard to choose these days. Other good cameras would be the Sony VX2000, and the new Panasonic DX100 (available this fall). Myself, I have the Panasonic EZ30, which has been a great camera for me. Unfortunately, it's been discontinued and the current replacement supposedly is sucky. I have a G4/933 with a SuperDrive, but have yet to burn a DVD. I don't own a DVD player other than the SuperDrive in my computer, so right now it's kinda pointless.
If I were you, I would immerse yourself in a good catalog, like that of <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com"; target="_blank">B&H Photo Video</a> out of New York. They're reputable. Their prices are very reasonable. And they get thiings to you quickly and have great service.
When you're at their site, you can choose the pricing category that fits your budget.
In the end, however, it isn't really going to matter what camera you use for the final DVD product, but the art and skill behind the camera that will determine how good the final product is.
[ 06-22-2002: Message edited by: Dave Hagan ]</p>
<strong>Why, the Canon XL1, of course!</strong><hr></blockquote>
I second that. But hope you have the pocket book of a rich man!
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still waiting in nashville
<strong>I'd say the Canon GL1 is a probably a good camera, but the word on the street is that a replacement to the GL1 will be announced by Canon in August.
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Sooner than that.... the GL2 was announced today.
Why bother with miniDV tapes?
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