Is upgrading the AC90 to the AC90A a major problem and what is the difference in cameras after the update?
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Haven't done it yet, but it looks fairly simple. Download page: http://eww.pass.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/support/content/download/EN/ep2main/soft/upgac90_e.htm with the instructions (also linked to there):http://eww.pass.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/support/content/download/EN/ep2main/soft/ac90/ac90verup_e.pdfI'm under the impression that the hardware is exactly the same between the AC90 and AC90A and it is simply a software update.
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Guys, Fuji repairs all SAB affected cameras even after the warranty expired. I got that in writing from Fuji support and am not worried at all. They know they will lose customers if they don't fix this quality related issue. I will keep my x100 and don't upgrade. The s is tempting but I rather wait for a new Xpro-2 with all the nice new features ;)
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Per this link http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/893072-REG/Panasonic_agac90pj_AG_AC90_AVCCAM_Handheld_Camcorder.html AG-AC90A is a replacement of AG-AC90.
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No, I can't argue with that and now i see it's down to 119. I'd still probably go with the A570IS for 198 though over this tempting deal. It has the Image Stabilization, upgraded Digic III and you get a 2GB card included for the next week or so which essentially knocks 20 bucks off the price.
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John- Their software updates helped, so the newer units aren't too bad compared to the first generation. I'm still looking forward to the next round of software upgrades though!
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the F90 is just more recent, but it seems like it has the same quality as the one I reviewed. I wouldn't recommend the Samsung camcorders right now.
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Only the A200, A300 and A350. They all share the same basic chassis, later cameras are different.
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Following my initial post I found a comment from Kodak explaining the differences vs the Zi8. It seems that aside from touchscreen (if you really want it), the only real differences are a wider-angle lens and supposedly better low-light performance. I think I'll wait for a few reviews from people who actually buy it before investing on this update.PS: Like the Zi8 it also takes an external mic
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You can read my text review of D90 here: http://prashchopra.blogspot.com/2009/01/nikon-d90-review-video-and-text.html . I returned a week old Nikon D90 to get a Canon 50d. The reason was simple: D90 boasts many advanced features, but it lacked some basic tools needed for good imaging, e.g. the live view is a gimmick, it doesnt let you see exposure simulation AND the live view image at large zooms is extrapolated from smaller images, hard to get accurate focus assessment. Hope that review helps. Edit to add (1/28/09): I have since owned and reviewed a Canon 50d camera (http://prashchopra.blogspot.com/2009/01/canon-50d-vs-nikon-d90-review.html). Remember: I am not a professional photographer. But I work in the field of imaging, and thus have a little practical sense of the end result quality. Despite the higher speed and better live-view and the lens autofocus micro0adjustment feature and the 3 extra mega pixels, the 50d failed to match with teh D90 I owned before it in terms if end result quality (ignoring any post processing.. somparing just out of the camera RAW results). I found the 50d to be more noisy as compared to the D90. I found myself going back to the D9 results to compare the 50d images more than often. My copy of 50d also gave me mount problems aith a brand new lens... I have since returned it and am very very happy with a D90. I have tried three cameras then... and my personal winner is Nikon D90 now... its low light and high ISO performance is unbeatable in its category I think. No matter what lab tests say, D90 produced much cleaner images for the same shot settings than the Canon 50d. Good luck!
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If you buy this make sure to update the software. I use a Canon iP90 with it after upgrading the software - it's great
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Did you upgrade to firmware version 1.12?http://support.en.kodak.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/40577/~/kodak-easyshare-max-camera,-z990-firmware---windows-operating-systems/selected/true
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Not AP130a, it's the AG AC130a. It does have the upgraded autofocus and does a decent job. The camera is awsome.
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Sorry, I have no idea. I ended up buying the Panasonic AG AC90 instead & I love it..
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If you could get adapted to electronic view finder from optical view finder, then yes, A99 or A77 is much better than A700. I just upgraded from A900, while I still keep using A900 now because two bodies work more effective.
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should be a no brainer , A30=1080i A35=1080p, your sharp aquos = 1080p, worry bout sound later, when you get the A35, connect it to internet, do the update, then go to settings, display, clik on 1080p24
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Owned it for a couple months and loved it, but with the recent Samsung update to camera firmware version 1.07_151030, Surveillance Station can no longer connect with this camera. Did work with previous firmware. Samsung support informed me there is no way to revert to previous version. Dont buy it if you want to use it with Surv Stn.
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I just noticed that there is a 1.1 version of the firmware available for the S8100 on Nikon's site. I have seen enough low-light video examples of the S8100 to realize that the AF problem is a real problem and extremely annoying. It essentially renders the video useless, and until I can confirm whether or not the firmware fixes this problem, I will not purchase this camera.All the reviews of this camera that are negative complain about the video. So it's definitely a consistent issue.