Re: [videoblogging] Re: Camcorder Advice Pls -
Ron Watson: Any other suggestions for USB cameras would be really appreciated. Hi ya, Ron: I'll take a stab at your question only my take may be on the pricey side, but perhaps worth your consideration. Foremost the advantage to shooting using USB, presumably direct to a hard drive, is for the DTE (Direct To Edit) benefits. If this is your intention I'd suggest going with a dedicated DTE system (we use duel FS-H200 boxes by Focus Enhancements, on as many cameras, and couldn't be happier with the results). A used FS-4HD with 40 gigs of storage can be had for about 3 to 4 hundred, in reasonably good shape. Although if your intent IS NOT to record direct to a drive, a DTE box might be (dugh!) unnecessary. Of course you could (theoretically) shoot DTE using the Sanyo VPC-2000A, but this camcorder requires the docking station to be connected to the camera when shooting. And I'm not certain if the docking station can be mounted to a tripod (don't think so, though) but if not a height suitable table may do fine. Using either Sanyo VPC-FH1A or VPC-2000A you're going to get great HD video and stills, but might be subject to jittery frames using video if record media isn't fast enough to handle a swift moving dog. (Believe me, I can relate to camera temperamental dogs.) If you record using the docking station in a DTE-like mode in a studio setting, well lit and blocked accordingly -- jittery frames may not be an issue. But it's hard to predict; I've seen some footage from both units with lots of jittery frames, and still others with very smooth action. (This is due to the speed of record media used by the shooter, methinks.) All-in-all if you'd spend about double what you (presumably) had in mind, you could set yourself up with a quality used VIXIA HV20/30 FS-4HD system. With this set-up you'd certainly be frame jitters free, and you'd also have wy more location creative control. ...Just a thought. Hope this helps. Mark Villaseñor, http://www.TailTrex.tv Canine Adventures For Charity - sm http://www.SOAR508.org
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Sanyo VPC-FH1A or Sanyo VPC-2000A Some of you all have seen our video blog - high movement, indoor outdoor dog sports - was wondering if this would be a good solution for a 2009 macbook without firewire... Also wondering how good the still camera is. Any other suggestions for USB cameras would be really appreciated. Peace, Ron On Apr 8, 2010, at 2:21 PM, Cheryl Benson wrote: I tried to post this the other day, it went into cyberspace somewhere thx for all the input, that is a a lot and greatly appreciated, many sites dont' list, My arms/hands, energy and a few other things will be the deciding factors, although think may stick with sanyo I have seen complaints about it from others on the web for longer periods for holding it (gun style) no leather grip cases, it seems a personal thing of more concern for me. I am reading other reviews, comments on net as able, I really need an easy point and shoot with good auto focus and remote. Someone emailed me and told me that mac's can't always edit HD (SHOCK!!), apple sent a list of camcorders that work with mac's, in this case macbook pro, but others are listed as well by mac series and camcorders. Also been told it makes a difference what operating system you are on, imac, or mac and what year and also what editing software you are using and what year. here is list for now. I will look more as able. I was on vimeo earlier and have account there, will have to figure out why none of my vid's are there through tubemogel next upload. See there is quite the following there for Sanyo, alot of reviews are poor for low light, love the macro, and really want the mpeg4 and looking at the new iframe they have out. I have 2 tripods, the flexible grip anything, and the quicksnap pole for now. the steadycam for my wheelchair is in the future *I hope*, will post when that happy day comes. I have already seen one on the web that might work imovie 09- list of camcorders, list of mac's included also: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3290 http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3290 I am a bit confused on replying so that all messages are not recopied, this is for the topic, not to one person. again thank you -- http://cherylspeaksout.blogspot.com http://youtube.com/cherylspeaksout http://cherylbenson.ca (in the works) @cherylbenson [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/videoblogging/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional * To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/videoblogging/join (Yahoo! ID required) * To change settings via email: videoblogging-dig...@yahoogroups.com videoblogging-fullfeatu...@yahoogroups.com * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: videoblogging-unsubscr...@yahoogroups.com * Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
[videoblogging] Re: Camcorder Advice Pls -
I tried to post this the other day, it went into cyberspace somewhere thx for all the input, that is a a lot and greatly appreciated, many sites dont' list, My arms/hands, energy and a few other things will be the deciding factors, although think may stick with sanyo I have seen complaints about it from others on the web for longer periods for holding it (gun style) no leather grip cases, it seems a personal thing of more concern for me. I am reading other reviews, comments on net as able, I really need an easy point and shoot with good auto focus and remote. Someone emailed me and told me that mac's can't always edit HD (SHOCK!!), apple sent a list of camcorders that work with mac's, in this case macbook pro, but others are listed as well by mac series and camcorders. Also been told it makes a difference what operating system you are on, imac, or mac and what year and also what editing software you are using and what year. here is list for now. I will look more as able. I was on vimeo earlier and have account there, will have to figure out why none of my vid's are there through tubemogel next upload. See there is quite the following there for Sanyo, alot of reviews are poor for low light, love the macro, and really want the mpeg4 and looking at the new iframe they have out. I have 2 tripods, the flexible grip anything, and the quicksnap pole for now. the steadycam for my wheelchair is in the future *I hope*, will post when that happy day comes. I have already seen one on the web that might work imovie 09- list of camcorders, list of mac's included also: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3290 http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3290 I am a bit confused on replying so that all messages are not recopied, this is for the topic, not to one person. again thank you -- http://cherylspeaksout.blogspot.com http://youtube.com/cherylspeaksout http://cherylbenson.ca (in the works) @cherylbenson [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[videoblogging] Re: Camcorder Advice Pls -
thank you for your input: 1) I live in Canada 2) I have looked at the Sanyo grip prior, the hand grip feature is a huge drawback for me. I searched only found 1 site that mentioned a remote control, the other features are great, 2 hr recording, flash, lenses, etc, I found 1 review saying it's not very good in low light which I need, and some of the controls can be a hassle. Holding positions, I am still trying to figure out if one is easier/less painful for me over the other re the other camcorder style If I can figure out a way the Sanyo handgrip can still be used for my needs and very easily, I would get it, I am just not seeing it. It appears every where to film in-house it has to be in the dock, to stand up, when not in my hand. If I am wrong in this please correct me. : - I need a camcorder that lays flat (stands by itself), so far I can't see around this for the ones you have mentioned, all the same Sanyo grip different models - I will be using it to film myself first of all for a while, and hopefully a few interviews - has to have a remote - the software for pc and mac was huge bonus - the prior link Sanyo HD 1080 just went off sale, the battery life was only 70 minutes, I thought it was an Easter Monday, there will be more sales, - they have another sanyo that records for 200 minutes for $300 , has software for both pc and mac, earlier version, but the reviews are horrid for quality http://www.futureshop.ca/en-CA/product/sanyo-sanyo-high-definition-sdhc-camcorder-vpc-zh1-vpczh1r/10124814.aspx?path=23c3abc4934a4eb7eb86edc457def5d0en02 - the filming outside, for lectures/speeches, hopefully some interviews, and attaching to my power wheelchair is in the future, so looking ahead for something that will serve both and last - after your suggestions, same camera different versions, I think I may stick with the Sanyo , but keep my eyes open for more sales and regular camcorder style and the software and one that will film for 2 hours. I have been told privately I can change the battery with a pre-charged one in-between filming for those that film around an hour, some have to be charged in the camera, unless you can get external chargers as well, spec's often don't say this If I am wrong about the gun style sanyo's ability to stand anywhere on it's own without the dock, do let me know and the remote Again thanks, and still try to wrap my brain around the handle grip, see if there is a way around it for me Cheryl --- In videoblogging@yahoogroups.com, Richard Amirault ramira...@... wrote: - Original Message - From: Kevin Lim Hello Cheryl, I'm in the amateur category, so my budget has typically been below $400. I ended up with the Sanyo Xacti HD1010, which is the 2nd gen to HD1000, with the newest being HD2000. What's nice about this series is the MPEG4/H264 video format which is native to the Mac as well as video sharing sites like Youtube and Vimeo. I also like the fact that for a camera under $400, it allows for audio line-in and interchangable lenses. This camera just made a lot of sense to me. I just did a quick check and I don't see that this has interchangable lenses .. nor does it sell under $400 .. at least normally. Richard Amirault N1JDU http://bostonfandom.org
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On Tue, Apr 6, 2010 at 6:03 AM, Cheryl Benson cheryl.ben...@gmail.com wrote: thank you for your input: 1) I live in Canada 2) I have looked at the Sanyo grip prior, the hand grip feature is a huge drawback for me. I searched only found 1 site that mentioned a remote control, the other features are great, 2 hr recording, flash, lenses, etc, I found 1 review saying it's not very good in low light which I need, and some of the controls can be a hassle. The remote control is always included as standard in the box. It works well but does not let you switch to playback mode, although it does let you review and delete the last clip you filmed if needed, that's very handy for self filming. I use that feature multiple times every shoot. The comments about the controls being a hassle are mostly not warranted IMO. Yes, some often used controls are spread across different menus, but it's pretty trivial to find them. The joystick control actually works quite well. Holding positions, I am still trying to figure out if one is easier/less painful for me over the other re the other camcorder style Depends on what you are doing. I find the pistol grip to be very comfortable for filming on the move, and the rec/stop and zoom control can be thumb operated with the same hand. Pistol grip is more comfortable on the wrist than camcorder style for single hand long handheld shooting IMO. If I can figure out a way the Sanyo handgrip can still be used for my needs and very easily, I would get it, I am just not seeing it. It appears every where to film in-house it has to be in the dock, to stand up, when not in my hand. If I am wrong in this please correct me. : It stands up just fine on it's own with screen folded in, I'll have to double check tonight for the screen folded out, but I'm pretty sure it can. I always use a tripod. It's best if you use a small tripod anyway, that gives you full gimbal movement to frame the best shot. If you just stand it on a table or whatever, you have little choice over how it frames something. That's the same with any camera/camcorder. - I need a camcorder that lays flat (stands by itself), so far I can't see around this for the ones you have mentioned, all the same Sanyo grip different models - I will be using it to film myself first of all for a while, and hopefully a few interviews - has to have a remote - the software for pc and mac was huge bonus - the prior link Sanyo HD 1080 just went off sale, the battery life was only 70 minutes, I thought it was an Easter Monday, there will be more sales, - they have another sanyo that records for 200 minutes for $300 , has software for both pc and mac, earlier version, but the reviews are horrid for quality My HD1010 battery last for well over an hour of filming. Note that it has shut itself off a couple of times when shooting for extended periods in hot conditions (Sydney get hot in summer time). It puts a little thermometer symbol on the screen to tell you it's getting hot and will switch itself off soon. http://www.futureshop.ca/en-CA/product/sanyo-sanyo-high-definition-sdhc-camcorder-vpc-zh1-vpczh1r/10124814.aspx?path=23c3abc4934a4eb7eb86edc457def5d0en02 - the filming outside, for lectures/speeches, hopefully some interviews, and attaching to my power wheelchair is in the future, so looking ahead for something that will serve both and last It will. Although if you are filming on a moving wheelchair, optical image stabalisation would be a must. The HD1010 is pretty rugged, I've taken it through canyon trips and it's been dropped multiple times without problem. - after your suggestions, same camera different versions, I think I may stick with the Sanyo , but keep my eyes open for more sales and regular camcorder style and the software and one that will film for 2 hours. I have been told privately I can change the battery with a pre-charged one in-between filming for those that film around an hour, some have to be charged in the camera, unless you can get external chargers as well, spec's often don't say this Yes, you can just change the battery. But I have to take off my tripod mount in order to slide open the battery door which is a bit annoying. I charge mine in the camera, but if you are serious you'd look for an external charger I guess. Dave.
