Which one would you choose?

[Tetrode]

OK, haven't had much or anything to do with video cameras for the past 12 years. The last time I was involved with video, Hi-8 was considered acceptable quality for broadcast use and I was using an linear editing console.

I'm trying to decide between these two miniDV (tape) Standard Definition cameras.
I want to get one for a holiday in the Pacific in two weeks.

I don't want to invest too much as HDV will be the norm soon. Decided against DVD and HDD cameras as for the same price, I get better quality with tape. Plus I probably won't do enough video to justify an expensive camcorder. It is really for just for this one holiday.

I've narrowed the choice to these two 1 megapixel cameras.

The Sony DCRHC48 Handycam.
http://www.sonystyle.com.sg/sonystyl...Number=2032403

The JVC GR-D650
http://www.jvc-asia.com/sg/products/...ils.asp?id=148
Review of the D650
http://reviews.cnet.com/JVC_GR_D650/...0.html?tag=sub

The Sony is a brand new model having just been introduced but it has a 1/6inch CCD, 25x optical zoom, f1.8 lens CZ lens, 2.7 inch LCD screen and uses memory sticks.

The JVC was introduced a year ago and has a 1/5inch CCD, 15x optical zoom, a bright f1.2 Aspherical lens, a built-in LED light, a 2.5 inch LCD screen, uses SD cards (I've got a 1Gb SD sitting around) and a SVHS connector in the rear. Made in Malaysia (not that it really matters) but the it has a cheap feel about it.

The JVC is currently $70 cheaper than the Sony bec it is a runout model.

I know the differences are probably much of a muchness and I guess, logic is telling me that the JVC is the better buy but I would like some alternative views just in case.

So if anyone has anything to add I'd appreciate it.

Thanks

[kodsetthee]

Originally Posted by Tetrode OK, haven't had much or anything to do with video cameras for the past 12 years. The last time I was involved with video, Hi-8 was considered acceptable quality for broadcast use and I was using an linear editing console. I'm trying to decide between these two miniDV (tape) Standard Definition cameras. I want to get one for a holiday in the Pacific in two weeks. I don't want to invest too much as HDV will be the norm soon. Decided against DVD and HDD cameras as for the same price, I get better quality with tape. Plus I probably won't do enough video to justify an expensive camcorder. It is really for just for this one holiday. I've narrowed the choice to these two 1 megapixel cameras. The Sony DCRHC48 Handycam. http://www.sonystyle.com.sg/sonystyl...Number=2032403 The JVC GR-D650 http://www.jvc-asia.com/sg/products/...ils.asp?id=148 Review of the D650 http://reviews.cnet.com/JVC_GR_D650/...0.html?tag=sub The Sony is a brand new model having just been introduced but it has a 1/6inch CCD, 25x optical zoom, f1.8 lens CZ lens, 2.7 inch LCD screen and uses memory sticks. The JVC was introduced a year ago and has a 1/5inch CCD, 15x optical zoom, a bright f1.2 Aspherical lens, a built-in LED light, a 2.5 inch LCD screen, uses SD cards (I've got a 1Gb SD sitting around) and a SVHS connector in the rear. Made in Malaysia (not that it really matters) but the it has a cheap feel about it. The JVC is currently $70 cheaper than the Sony bec it is a runout model. I know the differences are probably much of a muchness and I guess, logic is telling me that the JVC is the better buy but I would like some alternative views just in case. So if anyone has anything to add I'd appreciate it. Thanks

U buy a runout model also can but check if they do keep spare parts and for how long. Or else when u equiptment is spoilt u'll cry, On the other hand I'll go for the Sony cos as a user more secure if it spoil.

[melvinchen]

Actually a 3CCD model, like the Sony HC-1000 would be good....almost like a PD150 camera quality....