AMc
Distinguished Member
Hi Guys,
Newbie questions alert!
I have a limited budget of up to £300. I want a camcorder for filming my little'un - capturing into the PC and burning to DVD for the relatives.
I know I'm not going to be the next Ridley Scott . I just want a point and shoot model that's easy to use and produces decent enough results. I'm also looking for something as small as possible so I actually take it out with me (unlike the old VHS-C camcorder a mate lent me which sits resolutely in its bag).
The reviews I've read seem to rate the bottom end Sonys (at least the previous generation). I've been looking at the DCR-HC19 (about £260) and DCR-HC22 (£300).
The difference between them seems to be that the HC22 has DVin (as well as out) and comes with a cradle - the price difference is £45.
So the questions are :
1 - Are these Sony's any cop?
2 - Anyone here own one?
3 - Is DV in and a fancy cradle worth £45?
Thanks for any and all replies!
Newbie questions alert!
I have a limited budget of up to £300. I want a camcorder for filming my little'un - capturing into the PC and burning to DVD for the relatives.
I know I'm not going to be the next Ridley Scott . I just want a point and shoot model that's easy to use and produces decent enough results. I'm also looking for something as small as possible so I actually take it out with me (unlike the old VHS-C camcorder a mate lent me which sits resolutely in its bag).
The reviews I've read seem to rate the bottom end Sonys (at least the previous generation). I've been looking at the DCR-HC19 (about £260) and DCR-HC22 (£300).
The difference between them seems to be that the HC22 has DVin (as well as out) and comes with a cradle - the price difference is £45.
So the questions are :
1 - Are these Sony's any cop?
2 - Anyone here own one?
3 - Is DV in and a fancy cradle worth £45?
Thanks for any and all replies!