http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ Videomaker Forums » Forum: Sony - Recent Posts en Mon, 23 Nov 2009 13:23:45 +0000 http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/monitor-for-dcr-vx100#post-52465 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 02:52:38 +0000 geraldprost 52465@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>The VX 1000 is an excellent camera. When I bought mine it cost me $7000!. There is lots of ways to go here but I'm going to suggest one that hasn't been offered. Use Adobe OnLocation and a laptop. The screen is much bigger than most remote monitors, plus it gives you a whole lot more information. You can of course, throw away your tapes. You'll be able to do edit without capturing. The tape drive on my VX 2000 died so that's why I got into it. I have two new FX1000s and I still use a laptop on one so I never have to worry about swapping tapes. It is not as portable as a FireStore but you can pick up a new laptop for a lot less or you can use one that you've got kicking around. Gerry in Calgary</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/is-fx7-in-non-hdv-better-in-low-light#post-52464 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 02:41:56 +0000 geraldprost 52464@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>You camera will perform exactly the same whether it is shooting HD or SD but if your out put is SD DVD your SD footage may look better because of the compression that is involved in encoding. I have two FX1000 and my footage is never the problem, it is the encoding. The blacks look much better and there is less digital noise if I use the camera to downsample the file when I author to DVD. If you find a better way to encode please let us know. Gerry in Calgary.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/move-videos-from-camcorder-to-computer-imagemixer#post-52462 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 02:20:15 +0000 nekkidfish 52462@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I have a Sony DCR-TRV22 which came with ImageMixer.  But, once I transfer the videos into that program, I have no clue how to find them, so I can share them with family.</p> <p>Can someone help me figure out how to get my videos off the Handycam and onto my computer so I can share them?</p> <p>Thanks bunches!  Jules</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/fx1000#post-52365 Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:54:25 +0000 geraldprost 52365@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Of course I'm not griping about a VX1000, I'm griping about the FX1000! Gerry</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/fx1000#post-52354 Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:26:10 +0000 grinner 52354@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> are you really griping about an old vx1000? Good lord, man, it's as easy as stepping out of the 90s.</p> <p> </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/vx2000-disengage-auto-shutoff#post-52335 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:56:09 +0000 Johnboy 52335@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Gerald, if you looked at my response from 11 months ago, that is what I stated, but thanks for reiterating my point.  In the future, try to be more constructive and less critical in your responses please.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/fx1000#post-52324 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 06:30:02 +0000 geraldprost 52324@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I had a VX1000, and a VX2000. I loved these cameras and I did a lot of work with them and they certainly earned their keep. Ok, the new boy is the FX1000. i bought two of them. I'm not saying I regret it but I do have some issues. The audio is not as good as its predecessors. I use an external audio mixer and a field recorder but I'm still pissed. The older cameras would take line in - not so on the FX1000. I have to have a mixer that can attenuate the signal, thank you very much. Can I leave the on camera mics on auto? No way! Anytime you use auto, of course the gain picks up when there is silence, but this is ridiculous. These cameras jack it up so high it creates noise so high it is unusable. I believe that if you want good video you have to control it outside the camera but hell we should get better audio from the cameras. The cameras are good in the video although they don't do 1080p. The low light performance is excellent. You can actually jump up the gain and use the material. Jump it to +9db is perfectly useable. I've never used a videocamera where you can jack up the gain and actually use the footage for more than just a novelty. Gerry in Calgary</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/vx2000-disengage-auto-shutoff#post-52323 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 06:11:18 +0000 geraldprost 52323@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>God you people know nothing. Take out the tape. The auto shut off cut entirely. Of course if you are recording you need OL. It could be worse if you had a GL2. When it shuts off it forgets its name and shits itself (all your presets are lost) Gerry in Calgary</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/sony-service-hdr-sr12#post-52306 Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:59:07 +0000 composite1 52306@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Mgardner,</p> <p>Have you noticed a 'lemony fresh' scent coming from your rig? Are you still under warranty? If so, send it in for repair or replacement. If not, then yeah you'll have to pay for repairs. If you're having trouble registering your gear online my first suggestion is to do so on another computer with web access. Your firewall / anti-virus software (if you're using a PC) may be interfering with the info download from Sony's site. Trying it on another system will confirm whether the problem is on your system or if Sony's site is out of whack.</p> <p>I'm surprised that when you talked to them that they didn't refer you to their support/repairs section. Next time you call customer service ask for that dept. up front and register your repair request directly. Don't forget to record your repair order / issue number (or whatever they call it) and get them to email you the proper forms to include in the box when you send it back. Do all of this asap!</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/sony-service-hdr-sr12#post-52305 Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:06:33 +0000 mgardner 52305@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> For the past two days I have been trying to send my HDR-SR12 in for repair.  The Sony website lets be enter all the informatiion, including credit card, then the page after email confirmation has a error that the page is unavailable.  I have emailed Sony and they say it is working, talked to rep who spoke very poor english for El Salvador, who didn't understand the problem and chatted with Sony who said to wait till the website is fixed.</p> <p>Question - is there another way to send in my camcorder.</p> <p>Oh, yes, problem is that 1st, the zoom and focus were out of sync, then the zoom made a grinding noise when the camera was turned on, then finally I get a error message and the camera is always out of focus.</p> <p>Thanks</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/looking-for-pd-150170-or#post-52302 Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:22:28 +0000 mister2 52302@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Just updating: I found a DVX100a.  It seems to be a lot of camera for the money I paid.  I'll find out for sure soon.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/input-mic#post-52103 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:57:03 +0000 Stephan 52103@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I myself have a Canon Vixia HF 10 but it was way above $400. I agree with XTR-91, if you're looking for an HD camcorder that is of any quality for $400 or less then you will have a tough search on your hands. Especially if you what the ability to add microphones and other accessories.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/input-mic#post-52102 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:28:44 +0000 XTR-91 52102@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p><em>"I'm looking for camcorder that offers an Input Mic" ... "$400.00"</em></p> <p> </p> <p>Unfortunately, this price range generally poses no interest for having this feature among most manufacturers. The mic input is an essential feature for good sound gathering, even on some of the lower end budgets. Canon, more so than anybody else, has accomplished this by having a mic input in virtually their entire realm of consumer camcorders. But at a budget under $500, I never thought I would have any luck searching. The Canon HG10 HD hard disk camcorder is one thing I came across.</p> <p> </p> <p>The Canon HG10 (Full HD) has a retail value of $1,300, but is currently selling at some places online for around $400. It's got a mic jack, manual focus ring, and headphone jack, which shares its port with the A/V jack being toggled on menu.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/input-mic#post-52097 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 15:10:59 +0000 dkntz6489 52097@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I'm looking for camcorder that offers an Input Mic.  Are there any HD camcorders for under $400.00 with this option.  </p> <p>Thanks </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/vx2000-disengage-auto-shutoff#post-51879 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 15:50:00 +0000 Weddingmaster 51879@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Try putting it on photo mode, I use mine for monitoring for hours..Cheers.</p> <p>Harry</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/looking-for-pd-150170-or#post-51595 Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:45:10 +0000 XTR-91 51595@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Have you checked the Sony PD170's review on <a href="http://www.camcorderinfo.com/content/sony-dsr-pd170-camcorder-review.htm">camcorderinfo.com</a>? The performance was great, though I did seem to find some picture discoloring happen at somewhere around 15 lux. The only weakness I really see in this camcorder is the lack of interchangable lens. If you think about it, however, it might not be all that important for your purpose. The only thing I see useful of lens interchangability is getting 3.5mm converter lens (which the camera can probably already get close to), or the use of wide/tele converter lens.</p> <p>I'd definitely say this is a good camcorder as far as professional features and performance go.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/looking-for-pd-150170-or#post-51593 Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:19:33 +0000 mister2 51593@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Thanks for your advice!  I definitely prefer xlr capability and am also looking at DVX.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/hvr-z1-output-computer-video-file-to-the-camera#post-51519 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 19:34:00 +0000 Z1der 51519@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hi,   What do I have to do to send an edited video file back out over firewire to my camera?</p> <p>Input from camera to computer works fine...  but I can't get it to go the other way.</p> <p>Many thanx.</p> <p> </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/monitor-for-dcr-vx100#post-51512 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 17:23:05 +0000 XTR-91 51512@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>If the camcorder as an accessory shoe, I'd do some research for a small monitor with an RCA or S-Video connector that has shoe mounting capability.</p> <p>Here's something I came across on ebay. It's a whopping $200, but it is a 7" monitor that includes an RCA cable, battery charger, battery adapter, shoe mount, and remote control. And last but not least, it is "professional" - well, it appears so anyway. By the looks of it, it looks like the pro title is something that you can trust.</p> <p><a href="http://cgi.ebay.com/7-Pro-Monitor-Kit-w-Shoe-Mount-Battery-Adapter_W0QQitemZ350266993543QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item518d8a2b87">7" Pro Monitor Kit w/ Shoe Mount &amp; Battery Adapter</a></p> <p>It ends in 7 days, beginning the day that I typed this message.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/monitor-for-dcr-vx100#post-51500 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 04:28:29 +0000 robgrauert 51500@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>You should be able to connect a monitor using the S-Video or RCA connections. Most cameras have those connections. </p> <p>I'm sure that camera doesn't have XLR connections for a mic, so what you want to look for is a 1/8' connection - looks similar to a headphone jack, but it's not.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/monitor-for-dcr-vx100#post-51499 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 04:08:31 +0000 ophelia 51499@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Ã? Hello - Newbie question here: does anyone know if I canÃ? connect a small screen/monitor to my dcr-vx1000 (since it does not have an lcd screen)?Ã?  Also, if I am able toÃ? connect a monitor, will I also be able to connect a microphone (at the same time)?Ã?  Yes, I know the vx1000 is quite old, but this one must have been bought and then stored away, it's actually barely used.</p> <p>Thanks!</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/looking-for-pd-150170-or#post-51488 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 21:06:28 +0000 robgrauert 51488@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I would recommend looking on Craig's List and purchasing from someone you can meet in person. The reason is because you want to play with the camera and make sure it's working properly before you hand over a wad of cash. </p> <p>While you play with the camera:</p> <p>Put a tape in and make sure it fast forwards and rewinds w/o any crazy sounds</p> <p>Record something. Play back what you recorded and make sure the image looks OK and the sound recording works.</p> <p>Play with the zoom/focus rings and make sure they are working properly</p> <p>Look at the lens and make sure it's not scratched. Ask the seller if they had a UV filter on the camera. If they did, it mean they probably took care of their camera. </p> <p>Make sure there isn't any damage on the body of the camera.</p> <p>Make sure the buttons are working. </p> <p> </p> <p>The PD150 and PD170 are great cameras. If you don't find them on Craig's List, look into the Panasonic DVX. If you can do without XLR connections, look into the Sony VX2000 and VX2100</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/looking-for-pd-150170-or#post-51487 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 19:30:09 +0000 mister2 51487@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Hello, I've been doijng oral history in a fixed location (home) for several years now but would like to go mobile so I can catch a larger market.  I'm thinking PD 150/170 offers the best value for the money , but I'm not sure I'm looking for it at all the right places (ebay, etc.).  Can anyone recommend 1.  where to look for the best deals and 2. what to watch out for in these cameras?  Thanks in advance!</p> <p> </p> <p>MR2</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/tapes#post-51294 Fri, 09 Oct 2009 18:54:29 +0000 squirrleyg 51294@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> thank u</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/is-fx7-in-non-hdv-better-in-low-light#post-51152 Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:09:03 +0000 Gocycle 51152@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> NO....same target area is being utilized.  In 4:3.....softer picture because only a poretion of the chip is targeted.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/is-fx7-in-non-hdv-better-in-low-light#post-51032 Wed, 23 Sep 2009 19:42:07 +0000 Mr.Jeff 51032@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>was just wondering whether the FX7 produces a better low-light image when NOT shooting in hd?....If so please provide a link.</p> <p>Thanks </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/sony-or-samsung#post-50845 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 07:12:26 +0000 vaha130 50845@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I'm currently in Korea trying to look for a standard definition camcorder. I was looking for a Sony Camcorder but the guy who were selling the camcorders told me that Samsung is much better because Sony nowadays is made in China while Samsung is a Korea-based product. Can anyone enlighten me on this?</p> <p>Thank you! </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/hvrv1u-038-memory-stick-pro-duo#post-50815 Tue, 15 Sep 2009 07:05:56 +0000 HDVideoPro 50815@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>no, that card slot is for photos only. BUT! you have other options . . . </p> <p>you can connect through the firewire you have a choice of:</p> <p> a 60Gb hard drive: HVR-DR60<br /> or<br /> Compact flash card unit:HVR-MRC1K</p> <p> Or if you want movie quality footage:</p> <p>You can hook up NanoFlash to the HDMI if you want 10-bit 50 100 and 150 mb/s codec recorded onto compact flash cards. these files are ten times the size of HDV and have the maximum color space (known as sony 422) this gets a bit complicated so I'm gona stop here - but it is a option! </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/vx2100-filming-in-medium-avg-humidity#post-50798 Mon, 14 Sep 2009 12:31:17 +0000 grinner 50798@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>yes. It just had condensation in there. This will always happen what ya bring it out in humid heat from a cool interior. I'd not run a head cleaner. Just let it dry. </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/vx2100-filming-in-medium-avg-humidity#post-50796 Mon, 14 Sep 2009 02:54:42 +0000 Eventvideoguy 50796@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I don't quite follow?<br /> Do you mean that it will clear up if I just let it sit and leave it alone? </p>