Sony DV Cam suggestions

[26139]

My boss is looking for a DV Cam.

-$1500 budget
-will be used for short films and promotional videos
-automatic everything
-HD if the price is right, but it's not a necessity
-He trusts Sony but is open to other suggestions
-He's open to HDD equipped cameras, but would prefer DV tape

Suggestions?

 

[bigbossbmb]

Just Sony? If so, why?

What features is your boss looking to get out of the camera? Manual exposure and/or focus? Standard DV or HDV?

You need to provide more specifics and then people can help.

 

[-DH]

For your budget, look for a used PD-150.

-DH

 

[marioman38]

or the PDX-10 (also used)

 

[26139]

Thanks

I think that might be a bit too much camera.

He'd also like something new.

I objected, but it's a business purchase and for many reasons, buying new seems to be easier, even though it obviously costs more.

 

[zioxide]

Does it have to be Sony?

What about a Canon GL1/GL2 or a Panasonic DVX-100?

 

[26139]

No

Does it have to be Sony?

What about a Canon GL1/GL2 or a Panasonic DVX-100?

No, it doesn't have to be a Sony, but he prefers them. Anything else would be a harder sell, but I have no problem trying that if it's the right camera.

 

[GregE]

How about one of these? I have the HC7 and really like mine.

http://www.sonystyle.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10551&storeId=10151&langId=-1&productId=11039061

http://www.sonystyle.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10551&storeId=10151&langId=-1&productId=11034000

 

[26139]

Cool

Now you're talking. What do you use yours for?

 

[marioman38]

So he didn't specifically ask for a "DVCam"? Because only sony makes those, they are the more professional models. If you want mini-dv, the High-Definition Canon HV20 has been highly recommended here on the fourms.

 

[LethalWolfe]

So he didn't specifically ask for a "DVCam"? Because only sony makes those, they are the more professional models. If you want mini-dv, the High-Definition Canon HV20 has been highly recommended here on the fourms.

The HV20 is also inexpensive enough that the $1500 budget will cover the camera, microphone, extra batteries, camera bag, etc.,.


Lethal

 

[GregE]

Now you're talking. What do you use yours for?

I use mine for home videos. Kids kids kids. The picture is incredible and it's a great size.