[XPBlows]

If I want to grow into my DVCAM (prosumer).... should I be looking into one that has XLR inputs for sound? I've heard that it makes it easier to jack into places that might already be mic'd up.

regards...

[tr]

i guess it depends what kind of work you're going to be doing. if you are going to be shooting at places where you can plug into the PA system via XLR, then yes. if you are planning to use low impedance mics, or have the need for long mic cable runs, or if you are going to get sound via mixing board with XLR outs, then sure.


tr

[DayDream Believers]

When you start getting a camcorder with XLR input you not in the prosumer area as much as you start getting into the Pro area, which is far better. DVCAM is Sony based as this a great form of media however more expensive. The JVC and Panasonic give you about the same bang for your buck as these use formats that are cheaper. JVC uses Mini-DV and you can get that anywhere and the Panasonic on the low level Pro lines uses the DV format which does cost more yet there is more time on the tape and better quality than Mini-DV.
XLR is far better in the long run for filming there is no doubt about this in just about any type of film situation that comes up. You bring a feed from most area and then you can sound prior to importing into the camera. The quality is better also as you better control of sound. You get to even start to choose the microphone that you want to us for a film or an event.

Tom

[Simon X]

Originally posted by XPBlows:
<STRONG>If I want to grow into my DVCAM (prosumer).... should I be looking into one that has XLR inputs for sound? I've heard that it makes it easier to jack into places that might already be mic'd up.

regards...</STRONG>

The Canon XL1s allows you to add an XLR adapter to the existing camera body. You don't just have to get the Canon adapter, Optex and a few others do similar ones too.

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[ 03-14-2002: Message edited by: Simon X ]

[XPBlows]

I've seen that.....but it looks like it costs $400 or so most places making the camera even more expensive....makes me wonder about the PD150 from sony.... it already has XLR inputs and also does DVCAM. I've also seen XLR to mini plug adapters..... I'm sure they probably work fine.

[opallaser]

If you don't need to change lenses then the PD150 is definetly the best choice. We've got an XL1 with the Canon XLR adaptor as we shoot a lot of stuff in halls with sound coming straight from the mixing desk. The system works well. The Sony system would do exactly the same thing.