Digital Camcorder - Honda Pilot

John K · 01-30-2004, 08:19 PM

Can anyone recommend a Digital Camcorder? I really have no Idea on where to start. I would like something the can take still Images and that I can transfer the Video to my PC so I can burn to a DVD. It should be small enough so I can take with me when we go out to parties and family gatherings. I was looking at the sony dcr-dvd300; But I don't really know. My Budget is up to $1K.

Thanks,
John

jay · 01-30-2004, 09:04 PM

Here's a thread where we recently discussed them.

kemosabe · 01-30-2004, 10:41 PM

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Originally posted by jay
Here's a thread where we recently discussed them.

I'm surprised that jay didn't ask for a thread merge by one of the moderators...

jay · 01-31-2004, 02:07 AM

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Originally posted by kemosabe
I'm surprised that jay didn't ask for a thread merge by one of the moderators...

Caught me sleeping again!

FLPilot · 01-31-2004, 02:39 AM

I own the Sony DCR-TRV27. I have owned it just over a year and due to my wedding coming up I was thinking about listing it at ebay. If you are interested let me know.

Below is the info about the unit:

Recording Format: DV (Digital Video)
Audio Format: Stereo
LCD Screen Size: 3.5 inches
Video Standard: NTSC
Digital Still Camera: Yes
Self Timer: Yes
Nightvision: Yes
Viewfinder: Color
White Balance: Automatic, Hold, Indoor
Special Effects: Wipe, Still, Sepia, Mosaic, Stretch, Trail, Slim, Pastel, Monotone, Old Movie, Flash Motion, Luminance Key, Negative Art, Strobe
Optical Zoom: 10 X
Digital Zoom: 120 X
Focus: Automatic
Image Stabilization: Digital
IEEE 1394 (FireWire) Connectors: IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK)
RCA Connectors: 1 x composite video input/output
S-Video Connectors: 1 x S-Video input / output
USB Connectors Total (Free): 1 x USB
Other Connectors: 1 x microphone, 1 x headphones, 1 x audio input / output, 1 x Control-L (LANC)
Type of Memory: 1 x 8 MB flash, Memory Stick
CCD Size: 0.213 in
CCD Quantity: 1 CCD
CCD Resolution: 690000 Pixel
Remote Control: Included - infrared
Included Software: PIXELA Image Mixer 1.0
Included Components: Battery pack, Camcorder shoulder strap, Lens cap
Power Source: 1 x camcorder battery - rechargeable lithium ion
Battery Life: 135 minutes
Weight: 1.6437 pounds
Manufacturer Part No.: DCR-TRV27
Company Info: Sony
Technical Support URL: Sony Tech Support
Dimension: 3.75 in x 3 in x 6.5 inches (HxWxD)

kemosabe · 01-31-2004, 09:44 AM

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Originally posted by jay
Caught me sleeping again!

Was this before OR after you offered a Moosehead???

tak · 01-31-2004, 11:22 AM

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Originally posted by John K
Can anyone recommend a Digital Camcorder? I really have no Idea on where to start. I would like something the can take still Images and that I can transfer the Video to my PC so I can burn to a DVD. It should be small enough so I can take with me when we go out to parties and family gatherings. I was looking at the sony dcr-dvd300; But I don't really know. My Budget is up to $1K.

Thanks,
John

I've been using Sony DCR-PC105. I opted it for its size without sacrificing features and convenience. It's been working very well. But if I had a choice now I'd go for DCR-PC109 that is newer and even smaller.

DCR-DVD series are nice but bulkier. Also I consider my miniDV cassettes as raw video materials. I usually take more video than I really need in order not to miss any important moments. If I burn a DVD I'd rather edit those raw materials and arrange a smoother flow of events before finalizing on a disk.

jimburgia · 01-31-2004, 11:49 AM

I've got one for sale on ebay right now:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...ESSE%3AIT&rd=1

swd26 · 02-02-2004, 04:21 PM

I recently purchased a Sony TRV-22. Love it so far...
If you have an older camcorder then I would recommend buying a new one with "passthrough" technology so you can transfer you old tapes to the new camcorder and/or onto your computer so you can burn DVDs of old movies.....

Please see this site for further info....

http://www.camcorderinfo.com/

Happy Shopping,
Will

Jet-Pilot-64 · 02-02-2004, 06:34 PM

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Originally posted by John K
Can anyone recommend a Digital Camcorder? I really have no Idea on where to start. I would like something the can take still Images and that I can transfer the Video to my PC so I can burn to a DVD. It should be small enough so I can take with me when we go out to parties and family gatherings. I was looking at the sony dcr-dvd300; But I don't really know. My Budget is up to $1K.

Thanks,
John

Looks like you picked a pretty state of the art camera.

01-30-2004, 08:19 PM	#1 (permalink)
John K Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Queens, NY Posts: 94 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Digital Camcorder Can anyone recommend a Digital Camcorder? I really have no Idea on where to start. I would like something the can take still Images and that I can transfer the Video to my PC so I can burn to a DVD. It should be small enough so I can take with me when we go out to parties and family gatherings. I was looking at the sony dcr-dvd300; But I don't really know. My Budget is up to $1K. Thanks, John

01-30-2004, 09:04 PM	#2 (permalink)
jay Super Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Manassas, VA Posts: 11,116 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Here's a thread where we recently discussed them. __________________ 2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited "When you get to the fork in the road, take it." --Yogi Berra

01-31-2004, 02:39 AM	#5 (permalink)
FLPilot Ex-Pilot Owner Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: FT. LAUDERDALE, FL Posts: 2,101 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I own the Sony DCR-TRV27. I have owned it just over a year and due to my wedding coming up I was thinking about listing it at ebay. If you are interested let me know. Below is the info about the unit: Recording Format: DV (Digital Video) Audio Format: Stereo LCD Screen Size: 3.5 inches Video Standard: NTSC Digital Still Camera: Yes Self Timer: Yes Nightvision: Yes Viewfinder: Color White Balance: Automatic, Hold, Indoor Special Effects: Wipe, Still, Sepia, Mosaic, Stretch, Trail, Slim, Pastel, Monotone, Old Movie, Flash Motion, Luminance Key, Negative Art, Strobe Optical Zoom: 10 X Digital Zoom: 120 X Focus: Automatic Image Stabilization: Digital IEEE 1394 (FireWire) Connectors: IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK) RCA Connectors: 1 x composite video input/output S-Video Connectors: 1 x S-Video input / output USB Connectors Total (Free): 1 x USB Other Connectors: 1 x microphone, 1 x headphones, 1 x audio input / output, 1 x Control-L (LANC) Type of Memory: 1 x 8 MB flash, Memory Stick CCD Size: 0.213 in CCD Quantity: 1 CCD CCD Resolution: 690000 Pixel Remote Control: Included - infrared Included Software: PIXELA Image Mixer 1.0 Included Components: Battery pack, Camcorder shoulder strap, Lens cap Power Source: 1 x camcorder battery - rechargeable lithium ion Battery Life: 135 minutes Weight: 1.6437 pounds Manufacturer Part No.: DCR-TRV27 Company Info: Sony Technical Support URL: Sony Tech Support Dimension: 3.75 in x 3 in x 6.5 inches (HxWxD) __________________ Learn how the acai berry and 18 other fruits has helped others with high blood pressure, cholesterol, back pains, arthritis and many other ailments. www.thegreatproduct.com/acai_juice

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jimburgia Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: New York Posts: 64 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I've got one for sale on ebay right now: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...ESSE%3AIT&rd=1 __________________ Sage Brush -NAV with rear camera/Rear mud flaps/Sunroof/Heated seats front and back/DVD with rear screen/Side Steps

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02-02-2004, 04:21 PM	#9 (permalink)
swd26 Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 3 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I recently purchased a Sony TRV-22. Love it so far... If you have an older camcorder then I would recommend buying a new one with "passthrough" technology so you can transfer you old tapes to the new camcorder and/or onto your computer so you can burn DVDs of old movies..... Please see this site for further info.... http://www.camcorderinfo.com/ Happy Shopping, Will

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