MiniDV Camcorder with MIC input

boreboor · 18th March 2007

Hi all, can anyone recommend a good consumer level camcorder that has MIC input?
Preferably < $1K if possible... or up to $2k for a better one with 3CCD

Thanks!

tommon · 18th March 2007

Some is selling a DVX100 for $2k, it's a used pro cam with 3CCD and 2 XLR mic / line input

boreboor · 19th March 2007

Hi Tommon, thanks for your reply!

Yup I've contacted him already, but am also looking at a cheaper version that's preferably less than $1k.

I've checked some of the consumer videocams, and some do have a mic input - those mini-jack kind. Are those sufficient? Will be using the videocams to record some interviews, no need broadcast quality as long as can pick up the voice clearly.

Thanks!

tommon · 19th March 2007

The truth is what are you usig the mic input for?

The sound quality is ok for mini jacks. Only let down, no full control of the input level from cam end and the sockets are not very tough under prolong use.

anakin0618 · 20th March 2007

Originally Posted by boreboor

I've checked some of the consumer videocams, and some do have a mic input - those mini-jack kind. Are those sufficient? Will be using the videocams to record some interviews, no need broadcast quality as long as can pick up the voice clearly.

Yes, those mini-jack type mic input is good enough for recording interview, just take note that the mic cable is not too long.

lwm · 23rd March 2007

You should still be able to find Panasonic GS300 which has mic input, OIS, 3CCD, about $1k.

anarkia · 11th April 2007

Originally Posted by boreboor

Hi all, can anyone recommend a good consumer level camcorder that has MIC input?
Preferably < $1K if possible... or up to $2k for a better one with 3CCD

Thanks!

I think you can go to camcorderinfo.com
and do an advance search with mic input and get your result..

Click the link below i have done the search for you...hehe

http://camcorderinfo.resultspage.com...&submit=Submit

18th March 2007	#1
boreboor New Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 32	MiniDV Camcorder with MIC input Hi all, can anyone recommend a good consumer level camcorder that has MIC input? Preferably < $1K if possible... or up to $2k for a better one with 3CCD Thanks!

18th March 2007	#2
tommon Deregistered Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Currently, Singapore but hope Posts: 729	Re: MiniDV Camcorder with MIC input Some is selling a DVX100 for $2k, it's a used pro cam with 3CCD and 2 XLR mic / line input

19th March 2007	#3
boreboor New Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 32	Re: MiniDV Camcorder with MIC input Hi Tommon, thanks for your reply! Yup I've contacted him already, but am also looking at a cheaper version that's preferably less than $1k. I've checked some of the consumer videocams, and some do have a mic input - those mini-jack kind. Are those sufficient? Will be using the videocams to record some interviews, no need broadcast quality as long as can pick up the voice clearly. Thanks!

19th March 2007	#4
tommon Deregistered Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Currently, Singapore but hope Posts: 729	Re: MiniDV Camcorder with MIC input The truth is what are you usig the mic input for? The sound quality is ok for mini jacks. Only let down, no full control of the input level from cam end and the sockets are not very tough under prolong use.

23rd March 2007	#6
lwm Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 135	Re: MiniDV Camcorder with MIC input You should still be able to find Panasonic GS300 which has mic input, OIS, 3CCD, about $1k.