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MiniDV Cam for use with iMovie

sony dcrtrv22

I was looking for some info on a Sony CR TRV 22
but found out it isn't compatible with OSX, according to the technical details it is comp. with sys. 8.6 (If I remembner correctly) to 9.1
Couldn't find any software update or drivers for use with system X

Nikki
 
sony dcrtrv22

I was looking for some info on a Sony DCR TRV 22
but found out it isn't compatible with OSX, according to the technical details it is comp. with sys. 8.6 (If I remember correctly) to 9.1
Couldn't find any software update or drivers for use with system X

Nikki
 
trv33

Hi Flyntstone,

according to Sony site trv is not compatible with OsX, so I am a bit (pleasantly) surprised that you use it with Os X. Does it work with Classic ( Os 9.2, although Sony site says it's only comp. with 8.6-9.1 and not higher) or also with programms in X like I-movie?). If it does work with X then probably the same goes for the TRV22?

Nikki
 
Re: sony is solid, Panasonic a plus

Originally posted by mobility3
I've had a Sony TRV-20 for 3 years, no problems.

The Panasonic is a more "no frills" camera. I also has 3CCDs so I assume the quality will be a bit better then the Sony models. There is a good review about this camera here:
http://www.dvspot.com/reviews/panasonic/pv_gs70-review/index.shtml

enjoy...
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The Panasonic w/3 CCDs will have better color quality, but sacrifices image detail by using smaller CCDs (1/6") than those usually found in consumer cameras (1/4"). It's a trade off: more color or more detail.


Lethal
 
Re: trv33

Originally posted by nikki
Hi Flyntstone,

according to Sony site trv is not compatible with OsX, so I am a bit (pleasantly) surprised that you use it with Os X. Does it work with Classic ( Os 9.2, although Sony site says it's only comp. with 8.6-9.1 and not higher) or also with programms in X like I-movie?). If it does work with X then probably the same goes for the TRV22?

Nikki
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I don't know about the Sony site, but it works. OS X Detects my TRV 33 via USB for picture download no problem. Using iPhoto that is. An iMovie and Final Cut Pro Express both workove firewire no problem at all. Also the mini movies via memory card can be accessed via Finder.
Perhaps Sony does supply any software, except for OS 8 ... and Windows. No point in offering software for OS X, it's taken care by OS X.
 
Love Sony

Another camera you might want to consider is the Sony DCR pc105, and the new pc109. Excellent form, with two small kids the smaller the camera the more your're likely to take with you. Both fit nicely in a pocket. The results from my 105 are excellent. Sony has very good lowlight capabilities and have a hot shoe that takes there video light for $39. Makes indoor shooting even better. My previous camera was a Canon Elura 2MC, very poor lowlight capabilities. On Halloween shooting the kids, you can't shoot them running from door to door, but the Sony can. Sony and Canon worked great with iMovie and FCP.
 
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