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Old 08-12-2003, 5:15 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Which mini-dv should I buy ?

Hi,

I'm buying my first digital camcorder (with limited budget). I'm still
deciding between the following models:

Panasonic NV DS 60 575 euro
JVC GR DX25EX 550 euro
Sony DCR-TRV12 600 euro
Samsung VP-D33 600euro
Canon MV600 600 euro

I've read a few reviews on the internet and on basis of those reviews I
would choose for the panasonic NV DS 60. The canon seems to have a bad
picture quality. And the JVC's nightvision doesnt work according to those
reviews. I don't like the samsung brand, it sounds less-quality than the
other brands.
What is important for me ?
- size
- good picture quality
- good sound quality !
- nightvision

Any pro's or contra's would be highly appreciated !

tnx,

Koen
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Old 09-12-2003, 12:01 AM   #2 (permalink)
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Re: Which mini-dv should I buy ?

Hi again,

AFter some considerations I'm down to these three models.

Panasonic NV DS 60
JVC GR DX25
Canon MV600

Anyone got any positive or negative experiences with one of them ?

regards,

Koen
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Old 09-12-2003, 2:38 AM   #3 (permalink)
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Re: Re: Which mini-dv should I buy ?

Ok, after some helfpfull tips on another forum I'm down to 2 options !

Panasonic NV DS 60
pos: better sound quality,better image quality, led spot

JVC GR DX25
pos: nightshot, smaller, 16x zoom instead of only 10x on the panasonic, f1.6 lens


Anyone got any positive or negative experiences with one of them ? Are the positive points that I've mentioned correct ?

regards,

Koen
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Old 09-12-2003, 1:21 PM   #4 (permalink)
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oke, just an update. I chose for the panasonic, the jvc appeared to be not very handy.
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Old 16-12-2003, 6:55 PM   #5 (permalink)
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Hi Koen

Hows the Panasonic working out? I have short listed the exact same three cams as you, but I still can't make a decision!
I'm particularly interested in how it preforms indoors.
I would really appreciate your opinion as the reviews are confusing.

Thanks

Regards

Helen:-)
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Old 16-12-2003, 8:35 PM   #6 (permalink)
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As a long term and confirmed Panasonic fan I would go for the Panasonic every time, if your budget can stretch just a little more I would suggest the Panasonic NV-DS65B which is identical to the NV-DS60B except that it also has DV-in which you will find extreemly useful if you intend to do any editing of your videos on a computer.

Have you had a look at the thread - Panasonic NV-DS65 - well impressed" within this forum
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Old 16-12-2003, 10:07 PM   #7 (permalink)
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I haven't had a chance to test it yet. It's a Christmas present for my brother. I decided to go for the panasonic after reading some reviews at the local library. Virtually all important computer and test-magazines gave the panasonic and the sony trv12 good points. The JVC is really unhandy, it's just to small to point well (with that zoom range) and the anti-shock doesn't make up for it. The canon has bad audio recording (you can hear yourself handling the camera, the turning tape etc) on the recordings.

So it's just a choice between panasonic and sony. Since I personally prefer the Panasonic brand I choose for that one although the sony trv12 gets slightly better reviews in general.

good luck,

Koen
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Old 17-12-2003, 9:47 AM   #8 (permalink)
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HI,

See my thread as mentioned ref the DS65. The models you were looking at were on my list. I chose this model as it had good reviews, DV in, SD card, and can be used as a webcam etc if needed.

Anyway - I got it from AJ Electronics - and it arrived within 3 days by City Link.

Scott
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In my case, size matters.
If you don't need still pictures and DV In, JVC GR-DX25 seems a superb choice for its price. Found it £322.50 at www.pantheronline.co.uk even if bought in store.
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