Is this one zoom fucntion is as far as the hdrpj760 . the zoom testing on youtube for hdrpj760 was really nice, i was wondering about the hdrpj790 ..
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Never used the Cam as a digital still... and won't, it can keep me from getting a great HD video shot due to having to take the time to change the card settings (between the two formats). But it does promote 24.1 MP!
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Everything about this camera is nice. Even the audio, (no XLR) which is usually the weakest link on extremely small cameras like this one. I like this camera because I can put it in my pocket while hiking or exploring caves. Has a nice built in hard drive. Gives great image quality for such a light weight camera. I always use a tripod, filters, small LED lights and a slider, combined very light weight -- which I carry. See the videos made with this camera at YouTube -- stonepatterson (copy and paste in browser) https://www.youtube.com/user/stonepatterson
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Hi Voo, both the HDRPJ760 and PJ790V has the 10x optical zoom factor. Thanks_Mitch
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I have not open the box so i did not test the devise but as far as i know zoom function should like previouse model.Thank you
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The vid cam has 10X optical zoom which can be "enhanced" by 7X digital zoom. I don't use the digital zoom because it's not really a zoom, since all it does is enlarge the pixels. If I need more than 10X optical zoom, I use my feet (if possible).
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Hey T. McAnaney,Yes, when I compared specs, I too looked and said, why should I pay more for an item that has the same specs? What is so different about this new model. I even went to web sites that had incorrect information on the specs of the TH-42PX600U, and the TH-42PX75U had the specs of the TH-42PX600U. So I ended up buying the TH-42PX600U. Even from what I heard that the 75U is supposed to have 1080p, versus the 1080i, I did not believe it would be worth the additional cost.
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I'm confused, how does the zoom on the 640 which is not as much as on the 710, make you lean toward the 640? That should make you lean towards the 710, no? I don't know if I would say that the camera would be "significantly" heavier because of two AA batteries, but yeah, it will be heavier. On the other hand, heavier in photography isn't a bad thing. If the camera has more weight / momentum, it will be less prone to "human induced" blur, or so the theory goes. I would also guess that the batteries on the 640 last longer. From reviews I have seen, it appears that the 640 has a slightly better picture quality. On the other hand it does not have image stablization. Although, image stabilization is more important at higher zoom levels which is what the 710 has. I really think it's a toss up. Do you need the zoom? Get the 710. Would you like the best quality possible? Get the 640. It might help if you go to a local store and check those two cameras out, and then decide.
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Has anyone seen any actual reviews of this camera as opposed to marketing spec lists? Sometimes I've seen pre-production models of cameras that get reviewed prior to actual release. It is the low light ability claims of the Nikon that I'll need to see put to the test. That's probably the biggest Achilles heel of all these superzooms. It may have a CMOS sensor (which explains the burst speed of this camera) but it is still the same small size sensor as all the superzooms so I'm dubious about any huge improvement in low light. All of the previous versions of this new crop of superzooms (Nikon, Sony, Fuji) only got a flat four star rating in Amazon while the Panasonic FZ35 and FZ40 both are at 4.6. This new group has longer zooms than the Pansonics but I need to know if the picture quality is improved in any way.
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I'd like to ask you a question about the 24p content. I produce videos in 24p, and although I'm very creative, I'm not a tech guru. Thus, I've been trying to witness the difference between TV's out there that claim to have good 24p playback capabilities, as we produce several things at that frame rate. Have you seen them side by side? Does the lower Hz level really make a big difference? I've seen the 8000 in action, but never checked the Hz level and didn't compare it to the 7000. Thanks in advance for your help.
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Have you received and tested out the M400? I'm also in the same boat--weighing the manual features of the S200 vs. the (possibly better?) video quality of the M400. I've scoured the net for initial reactions to the video performance of the HF M4 series and haven't found any as of yet. So, when you do test it out, please let us know your thoughts. Thanks!
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They are both digital zooms, the "clear image" zoom is a 2x extension, the digital goes up to 160x. Basically the more you digital zoom the worse it gets. I would try to see one in action to see if the degradation is acceptable to you. There are some posts on youtube as well that may help. I would have thought with a 20mpix sensor, they could have "zoomed" in on the sensor with little degradation but there is some loss even in the "clear image" zoom. You'll have to look and see for yourself how much quality loss you are willing to give up.
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So its not really 120hz or... what? I just bought the LN40C630, and I notice a lot of juddering still, like its not really working. In the store compared to the other tvs this one looked great during action scenes, but now that i have it in the house, i swear this thing is just as juddery. I messed with the settings for auto-motion and it seems like it may have even gotten worse *confused*....
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The rocker is great. I had 2 HMC150's and two GL2's before that...the XA20 probably the best zoom of the 3. I don't adjust it personally. I leave the main rocker at variable and the top at fast.
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Yes there's a 9600 and I believe a 9700. The zoom is better on the others not much. I have the 9600 as well. Honestly I think I'm done with these camera and models. I always have a problem with pictures being white washed, blurry, lighting, lens issues....on a nice sunny day they're great. Otherwise you take your chance I wouldn't buy it and if you do then get the insurance. I'm about to send mine in to get fixed.
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Considering they keep uping the Hz we may always be chasing the speed. The HDTV's from just last year were 60Hz. The higher end one's were 120Hz and now we are at 240Hz. I am going for the size. I hope I am making the right choice.
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alan's post is it in a nutshell. i have a zoom q3 that i record on a grand piano with, and the lack of at least a fixed "mid-gain" is the biggest drawback to the device. their new HD version doesn't address it either. too bad, because it is a nice little unit for the money.
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The X60 zoom is amazing. I was able to see the veins on a palm leaf 300 yards away. I also took a shot showing furniture in the window of a high rise building 2 and 1/2 miles away. All this without a tripod.
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Hello Sandra!Do you still use the Dynex 1.3 web cam for your Mac? I had recently bought a Mac Mini (dual core i5 Intel), and I came across your post. Is the Dynex's image quality really about as clear as the Logitech Vision Pro? Right now, Best Buy has them on sale for $16.99. I also want to know how well the mic works on it. If your Dynex 1.3 is still serving you well, let me know! I don't mind shelling out $16.99, if your Dynex webcam is still going strong!
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Jeff:Thanks for responding! I'm glad you like it so much. I think I'll give it a try. I did read a review that said that Fuji didn't think people buying a camera in this category wouldn't want HD video. I guess that makes sense, although it sure doesn't make any difference to me. Thanks again for a nice response.Steve
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I too am looking for a new cyber-shot. I am looking to buy the dsc-w290 but I have heard great things about the WX1, such as the new panoramic sweep mode and cmos sensor. Not to mention zoomable HD video is amazing.Why you should wait however, is that this is the first batch of cameras with the new sensor. It also uses a smaller LCD than the 3.0 inch they started using such as the dsc-w290 and is only 10.1 mp which if you shoot in 16:9 mode, will be even less.Sony will come out with new cameras being announced in January at the CES 2010 show and then you should decide. If nothing substantial is announced, the price for this will have dropped greatly. I too am looking for a new cyber-shot. I am looking to buy the dsc-w290 but I have heard great things about the WX1, such as the new panoramic sweep mode and cmos sensor. Not to mention zoomable HD video is amazing.Why you should wait however, is that this is the first batch of cameras with the new sensor. It also uses a smaller LCD than the 3.0 inch they started using such as the dsc-w290 and is only 10.1 mp which if you shoot in 16:9 mode, will be even less.Sony will come out with new cameras being announced in January at the CES 2010 show and then you should... » Read More I too am looking for a new cyber-shot. I am looking to buy the dsc-w290 but I have heard great things about the WX1, such as the new panoramic sweep mode and cmos sensor. Not to mention zoomable HD video is amazing.Why you should wait however, is that this is the first batch of cameras with the new sensor. It also uses a smaller LCD than the 3.0 inch they started using such as the dsc-w290 and is only 10.1 mp which if you shoot in 16:9 mode, will be even less.Sony will come out with new cameras being announced in January at the CES 2010 show and then you should decide. If nothing substantial is announced, the price for this will have dropped greatly. « Show Less
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Hey Oleg, I was just wondering if you might give me/us an update on the TV. I'm about to pull the trigger on the same model/size as the one you bought and just wanted to know how satisfied you are with your purchase. Also was wondering how well the 3D works, if you would be so kind. Thank You!