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Sony HC40, Panasonic PV-GS120 or Optura 30

by elmsley4 Nov 21, 2004 11:56AM PST

Like others, I'm looking at buying a digital camcorder. Here is my dilema: Reviews state the HC40 isn't that much of an improvement over the HC30 unless you're interested in STILL PICS. I AM NOT! I'm more interested in great video with ease of use and operation. The optura 40 looks very nice, but because of the cost, and the fact I hear the video isn't THAT much better, the Optura 30 will hold well. Lastly is the Panasonic PV-GS120. I have read GREAT things on this camera, and the Leica lens is a nice bonus.

I WAS leaning a lot toward the HC40, but to be honest, the Panasonic might be worth more of a look, even with some concerns about brand-reliability. Cannon and Sony are (perhaps I'm wrong) stronger names than Panasonic.

Any ideas anyone???

Thank you!!!

Joel
elmsley4@adelphia.net

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Re: Sony HC40, Panasonic PV-GS120 or Optura 30

by snapshot2 Forum moderator Nov 21, 2004 11:57PM PST

That is a good question but is better suited for the Camcorder Forum.

Here is a link to the Camcorder Forum:

http://reviews.cnet.com/5204-7594-0.html?forumID=59&start=0

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Re: Sony HC40, Panasonic PV-GS120 or Optura 30

by elmsley4 Nov 22, 2004 8:03AM PST

Thank you!

Posted there today!

-Joel

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