Canon Digital video Camcorder ZR85: But will this be ok?
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As long as your camera supports Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick PRO Duo, then you're set.
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It probably will, I've had a bit of trial and error setting the proper level. I haven't used it, or my camcorder in several months though.
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Yes I have used this in my older canon vixia camcorder, and it recorded in 1080p perfectly smooth. But in most cases, i only record it with 720p setting.
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The DCR SR300 has a CMOS sensor, the DCR SR100 has the CCD. That could account for the difference. I doubt that quality is as bad as Frank seems to find it. I am waiting on a camcorderinfo.com review before I buy but with the Lux rating being better for the DCR SR300 there is no reason why it should be so disappointing.
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Ok. I've never done the camcorder thing except on a 20 yr old Sony HI 8 mm. It finally wore out. I record 16 straight hours. Is that possible on this HF100? Thanks.
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Thanks Tech Guy. I see that it takes SDHC, and the video size limitation is fine by me. I'll have to see if I can get an a solid answer from Canon's tech support on if the 790 can take advantage of the faster in-camera processing Class 6 cards have (the upload to computer speed advantage doesn't mean much to me), and if it varies by brand. I also am wondering if I'll need to replace my current SD card reader if I do buy and use any of these higher capacity / faster SD cards.
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I haven't tried to take snapshots with it. My other ZR has a SD card slot and a switch to select tape or card and it take pretty low resolution shots. I have found batteries and chargers on Amazon that fit both the zr800 and my older zr (I think zr400) which use the same battery.
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I have two Rode VideoMic's and over the past twelve years, I have used only Panasonic camcorders. I am not familiar with the Canon Rebel, mentioned in the question. Sorry that I couldn't give you more of a definitive answer. Ben
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Nope. This is a pretty basic camcorder. Does not have that kind of versatility.
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Yes. that would be correct. Just need to make sure that your camcorder is able to rewrite as some do not.
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What did Consumer Reports' say about these two cameras? How do you like your ZR1 so far?
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I don't know enough about camcorders to answer. Look at the different connecting pics at the grex site (e.g. S-video).
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The ZR100 his a camera I use and it does everything that I ask it to do. I have never used the other one, so I can't comment on it. The quality of pictures I get is very much what I expect, that's why I looked into it before I purchased it. I am on my second one.
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Looks like the new Zi8 is going to be the best low cost HD camcorder.Kodak Zi8 HD Pocket Video Camera (Black)$179.95 on Pre-Order and it does 1080P or 720P at 60fps, image stabilization, replaceable battery and it has HDMI out and it has an EXTERNAL MICROPHONE JACK so you can record audio with a decent mic. Maybe use a mic with a wind guard so you can record outside without all that annoying wind buffeting noise.Some of the Aipteks can do these things plus zoom, but the Aipteks are so clunky, not slick and pocketable like this.You also need to buy a case and SD card since it doesn't come with a case and only has 128MB onboard storage. Looks like the new Zi8 is going to be the best low cost HD camcorder.Kodak Zi8 HD Pocket Video Camera (Black)$179.95 on Pre-Order and it does 1080P or 720P at 60fps, image stabilization, replaceable battery and it has HDMI out and it has an EXTERNAL MICROPHONE JACK so you can record audio with a decent mic. Maybe use a mic with a wind guard so you can record outside without all that annoying wind buffeting noise.Some of the Aipteks can do these things plus zoom, but the Aipteks are so clunky, not slick... » Read More Looks like the new Zi8 is going to be the best low cost HD camcorder.Kodak Zi8 HD Pocket Video Camera (Black)$179.95 on Pre-Order and it does 1080P or 720P at 60fps, image stabilization, replaceable battery and it has HDMI out and it has an EXTERNAL MICROPHONE JACK so you can record audio with a decent mic. Maybe use a mic with a wind guard so you can record outside without all that annoying wind buffeting noise.Some of the Aipteks can do these things plus zoom, but the Aipteks are so clunky, not slick and pocketable like this.You also need to buy a case and SD card since it doesn't come with a case and only has 128MB onboard storage. « Show Less
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Have you looked at the Panasonic TM 700K? This is the best video and smallest camcorder around for less than $1000. Flash recording is the way to go for Battery consumption. Would not go into the hard drive versions regardless of the brand
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I purchased this camcorder refurbished from Canon for just $349..A real bargain!
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Only the flash card, which shouldn't be a problem. Generally a pretty good camcorder. The other thing you need to be aware of is that the "accessory shoe" slot is JVC "only". It is some proprietary size that does not accept normal shoe accessories like a light or microphone. (JVC makes it's own shotgun for this camcorder, but no light.) Generally very good quality imaging and a huge advantage of an external mic input and headphones for semi-professional use. I'd love to see it record in plain MPEG4 instead of the AVCHD or iFrame wrappers, but the can be decoded by most nonlinear edit systems. Also be aware it has it's own proprietary charger. It does not accept USB charges like most small camcorders. Pretty good battery life though. Hope this helps.