Sony DCR-HC38 MiniDV Handycam Camcorder: Will it work there, or must one purchase a PAL compatible camcorder?
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I hope this 28-day reply is in time to reach you. The short answer is that no, it will not work in Europe. (Well, technically, it will work, but your friend in Europe will not be able to watch it on his TV; he'd have to be satisfied with watching it off the camera's screen. Which I doubt he would. There is no easy (read not expensive) way to convert NTSC (ours) and PAL (theirs) equipment. Some expensive video editing software can convert it, but it's just too much of a hassle. In other words, send him the money and have him buy what he wants over there.
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Have to wait and see more info on this new camcoder SR 300, now they just came out with a new HD HC7...but with mini's 8. What a mess????
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Camcorder uses a micro SD. Box says 32gb but manual says 32gb or even bigger SDHC. but have not tried a 64gb yet.
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Hi Ruth, DCR-DVD7 cable is not compatible on the Sony DCR-DVD7 Camcorder. VMC-15FS is the compatible a/v cable for your camcorder. -Vincent
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The camera I have is NTSC only. A PAL model may be available but I am not aware of it.
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check sony, jvc, canon etc any camcorder that has the hdmi output can be used with this product
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I use this memory card with a Sony HDR-CX260V High Definition Handycam 8.9 MP, which is an older and more limited model of Camcorder than the Sony NEX-FS700 RH, so I believe that there should be no problem although I cannot give any guarantee. However, I suggest looking at the Sony User Manual for the NEX-FS700 RH, to see exactly how it works in relation to memory. On the Amazon page for this item, there is mention of a Sony HXR-IFR5 Interface which is necessary to record in 4k RAW mode to another Sony unit. It gives the impression that any internal memory on the NEX-FS700 RH might be limited to Full HD. I use this memory card with a Sony HDR-CX260V High Definition Handycam 8.9 MP, which is an older and more limited model of Camcorder than the Sony NEX-FS700 RH, so I believe that there should be no problem although I cannot give any guarantee. However, I suggest looking at the Sony User Manual for the NEX-FS700 RH, to see exactly how it works in relation to memory. On the Amazon page for this item, there is mention of a Sony HXR-IFR5 Interface which is necessary to record in 4k RAW mode to another Sony unit. It gives the impression that any internal memory on the NEX-FS700 RH might be... » Read More I use this memory card with a Sony HDR-CX260V High Definition Handycam 8.9 MP, which is an older and more limited model of Camcorder than the Sony NEX-FS700 RH, so I believe that there should be no problem although I cannot give any guarantee. However, I suggest looking at the Sony User Manual for the NEX-FS700 RH, to see exactly how it works in relation to memory. On the Amazon page for this item, there is mention of a Sony HXR-IFR5 Interface which is necessary to record in 4k RAW mode to another Sony unit. It gives the impression that any internal memory on the NEX-FS700 RH might be limited to Full HD. « Show Less
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I think your best bet would be to look on eBay. I wanted the JVC GZ-MC200 in PAL format when in first came out a few years back (we were moving to South Africa back then) and searched quite a few places. I was eventually able to buy it from a eBay seller based in HongKong. The whole transaction went very well and the camera was brand new as described. But I did pay about 30% more because no one else had it here in the States. Good luck. Jawad Plano, TX
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this camera is the 1st consumer grade camcorder ... about ... 2005 ... ironickly it orginizes video and audio differently than its competitors of the time .... it can record on 8mm , hi-8 , digital 8 ....and read back its info. BUT NO .... if you recorded on a camcorder ....say .... the SAMSUNG SCL901 ... (another old camera) IT WILL NOT PLAY ON THE SONY DCR-TRV280 !!! try google in image mode to find the old cameras of the time , find the name of the old camera , and search for it in amazon.com ...or... E-bay ... or graiglist... or other such as garage sale or street flea market or street fair exetera ... if you do find a camera that'll play your old tape please transfer to dvd via computer....(DVD recorders aren't made enymore!!!) if its of HISTORICAL value , documtery value or of DIARY (family value)
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It suppose to work with any Sony camera I have a Sony-HVR-HD1000U- and a Sony-DCR-VX2100 and it works with both it set up for sony camcorder ,make sure you get the Rt one that hook up to your Camera there are two kinds of plugs ,I had to send the first one back Bc it didn hook up to my camera most Sony have a single plug in Hope this will help
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The USB cord for this camera is a proprietary one (unfortunately) - so you'll have to request one from SONY for the specific camera. You should've been able to get it for free if they sent the wrong one to begin with!!
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No, it only supports NTSC. If you need to use PAL there may be an option to order the camera from the factory set up for PAL.
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Hi Donald G., Go to esupport.sony.com website to get a copy of the user's guide for the camcorder. Vincent
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Sorry, I couldn't say. Be careful buying this camera. The one I bought turned out to be the European model, HDR-PJ790VE, set up for PAL recording in spite of its data plate and the box both of which insisted it was an HDR-PJ790V set up for NTSC recording. You can't tell looking at it. It's not until you get into the camera menu in the area addressing frame rate that it becomes obvious. I guess the factory in China goofed.
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The DVRs can do PAL, but the cameras are NTSC only for North America and will now work with PAL. The customer can use same Q-See DVR and just buy PAL cameras from other country and they will work with the DVR.Thank you
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I don't think they will. The Handycam tapes are smaller. They have to match the particular camcorder you are using. You can order them as a trial and error learning experience, or go to any retailer that sells camcorders and they can verify. Thanks
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Yes, you can use in every part of the world, but you wan a get NTSC video signal from this camera. West Africa use PAL video signal. Also I have this exact camera for sale!