Sony DCR-HC38 MiniDV Handycam Camcorder I'm thinking of purchasing this camcorder for a friend who lives in eastern Europe. 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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Thanks for the info. I bought the camcorder because the person for whom I bought it sent me a DVD produced on their equipment, and I was able to view it on both my computer and television. Does NTSC/PAL apply also to digital? I don't quite get all this.....
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I took mine to local camera shop. They sent it to Japan. 2 weeks later, it works. ($300)
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The unit I received was PAL/NTSC but released in Europe. Region 2 is defined as: Europe, Japan, the Middle East, Egypt, South Africa, Greenland. You should have an AC power cable prong adapter but there are other power cables that will fit the unit and it does have a power converter that is 110 volt compatible. The unit should also have NTSC capability so it will accept video and be able to record NTSC either Standard Def or High Definition with up conversion. Look through the manual for these two options if it does not indicate you can use the unit in 110v AC power and NTSC compatible you are in trouble provided you are living in North America. The unit I received was PAL/NTSC but released in Europe. Region 2 is defined as: Europe, Japan, the Middle East, Egypt, South Africa, Greenland. You should have an AC power cable prong adapter but there are other power cables that will fit the unit and it does have a power converter that is 110 volt compatible. The unit should also have NTSC capability so it will accept video and be able to record NTSC either Standard Def or High Definition with up conversion. Look through the manual for these two options if it does not indicate you can use the unit in 110v AC power and NTSC compatible you... » Read More The unit I received was PAL/NTSC but released in Europe. Region 2 is defined as: Europe, Japan, the Middle East, Egypt, South Africa, Greenland. You should have an AC power cable prong adapter but there are other power cables that will fit the unit and it does have a power converter that is 110 volt compatible. The unit should also have NTSC capability so it will accept video and be able to record NTSC either Standard Def or High Definition with up conversion. Look through the manual for these two options if it does not indicate you can use the unit in 110v AC power and NTSC compatible you are in trouble provided you are living in North America. « Show Less
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Made in Japan By Ron from New York on 7/29/2010 Pros:Easy to Use, Good in Low Light, Great Picture Quality, Great Sound, Great Zoom, Large Clear LCD, Zoom range/performance Best Uses:Documentaries, HD Shooting, Home Movies, Travel Describe Yourself:Video Enthusiast Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments about Sony HDR-CX550V 64GB HD Handycam Camcorder: The extra good surprise...Made in Japan, not China
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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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Bought one here in the UK and think its superb. Nice and small so fits in my camera bag without taking up much space.Here's a video I took using it:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nW8oS8ta9CQ
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As far as I remember from browsing through the menu, Russian is supported. This dash-cam was sold in Russia long before being sold in U.S. As for the firmware upgrade I don't think you'll loose the warranty. If you need a better answer try asking PapaGo directly, but most likely they'll confirm what I've said.
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Nop this camcorder us minidv but is good camcorder because it have hd for blue ray. And for Import your video you need to use a firewire 4 pin.that all I know about that camcorder.
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I had a similar dilemma. I just had a baby in December and wanted a camcorder for home videos. After hours of research I decided the Sony DCR-SR300 was the best HDD camcorder out there and bought it... so far so good! It also takes great pictures, although with each video you're limited in the number of pictures you can take (don't know if it's the same issue with the JVC Everio).
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Hi Everyone.I am searching to buy an extra battery for this camcorder but do not know what type battery will work with it. Anyone know please tell me where can i buy and model number, thanks.Peter Vo
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HI, dear friend. Thanks for visiting my store.We have EU Power plug for this camera.It is support 100-240VPlease don't wrong about it.Any need, please feel free to contact me, I will reply you at the first time.Best wishes !
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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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Most likely not, since you handycam probably has a USB mini, or even worse, one of Sony s own mini USB version. You would need an XLR to a mini USB, if it exists.
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Hello, greetings from Colombia. I haven't tried these camera on this situations. However, I have used it in almost all others such as portraits, landscapes, macro etc. I am also making some high quality videos of my model airplane kit manufacture to be uploaded to YouTube. All results have been far better than expected. So, I presume that if you use your camera on the situations you need, it won't let you down. I still think that the D3200 is a professional featured camera costing thousands of dollars less than, for instance, the D4 or the D800. I suggest you join the forum Nikonites.com It has been a great help for me and people there are very nice indeed Good luck!!! Hello, greetings from Colombia. I haven't tried these camera on this situations. However, I have used it in almost all others such as portraits, landscapes, macro etc. I am also making some high quality videos of my model airplane kit manufacture to be uploaded to YouTube. All results have been far better than expected. So, I presume that if you use your camera on the situations you need, it won't let you down. I still think that the D3200 is a professional featured camera costing thousands of dollars less than, for instance, the D4 or the D800. I suggest you join the forum Nikonites.com It... » Read More Hello, greetings from Colombia. I haven't tried these camera on this situations. However, I have used it in almost all others such as portraits, landscapes, macro etc. I am also making some high quality videos of my model airplane kit manufacture to be uploaded to YouTube. All results have been far better than expected. So, I presume that if you use your camera on the situations you need, it won't let you down. I still think that the D3200 is a professional featured camera costing thousands of dollars less than, for instance, the D4 or the D800. I suggest you join the forum Nikonites.com It has been a great help for me and people there are very nice indeed Good luck!!! « Show Less
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There are a few minidv camcorders still available and they are cheap :http://www.amazon.com/Sony-DCRTRV140-Digital8-Camcorder-Streaming/dp/B0000634T4/ref=sr_1_22?ie=UTF8&qid;=1367267912&sr;=8-22&keywords;=mini+digital+video+cassette+player#productDescription
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The software is available on the product page of the European version of Aiptek's site (use .eu instead of .com). Just like the firmware update, you can copy it onto an SD card and then load back into your camcorder. From there, you just reinstall it on your computer like normal.
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Has nothing to do with the video camera. Over the years with 2 of these camcorders of which I bought used, I always bought batteries separate via Amazon, looking for longer battery time. Once you see what is compatible, you just need to find a battery and seller that you can trust. They should provide the battery life details.