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Canon Elura 100 or Panasonic PV-GS320 or other?

by daltiger3 Jul 12, 2007 2:27PM PDT

Okay, so I have been trying to do all my homework on camcorders this past week and need a little advice.

I want to spend less than $500 on a mini dv and want to get the best camera I can for me. I am interested in having a really good picture quality, and I will be recording outdoors just as much as indoors (I'd hope to have an above average low light camera). Mostly recording family events, etc. May do some editing afterwards as well.

Right now I am trying to decide between the Canon ELura 100, Panasonic PV-GS320, and the PV-GS85. The best prices I have found are $359 for a brand new Elura 100, $395 for a PV-GS320, and $259 for the PV-GS85.

Please give any advise you might have between these models or any other cameras I should look into.

Thanks!

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The Elura 100 is a great affordable camera -
by boya84 Jul 12, 2007 11:30PM PDT

is the only one on your list with an external mic-in jack. You might consider getting a camera bracket with a cold-shoe to mount an external mic if you go that route... the Elutra does not have a built-on accessory shoe. For this reason only, the other two would fall off my list - even if they have better imaging specs.

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PV-GS320 is fine for video
by beavin10 Jul 13, 2007 5:13AM PDT

I reciently got the PV-GS320. It feels and opperates very well and the picture quality looks good. The sound isn't fantastic, so it would be nice to have the external mic option. It depends on what you want to use it for.

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Who is Selling Canon Elura 100 for $359???
by Rhondamar Jul 19, 2007 12:55PM PDT

I'm interested in purchasing a new Canon Elura 100 (not refurbished) for under $400. Someone mentioned having found them for $359 dollars. I'd like to know where to find one at this price.

Thanks for your help!
Rhonda

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