Sony DCR-VX1000 or something else?

[sjaguar13]

I am looking at getting a 3CCD camera to do some live band recordings and other various crap. So far, I'm thinking I like the DCR-VX1000 the best. Has anyone used it or have any sample videos recorded with it? I don't have a lot to spend. Is there anything else that would be better than the Sony?

[trevlac]

If I had a lot of money, I'd look at JVC GR-HD1 and/or Panasonic AG-DVX100. The first only has 1 ccd. And both are a bit on the edge. But progressive and/or hidef could be fun.

Of course, I don't have either. Nor do I have a VX1000, which btw is quite an old model. I'd expect you could pick it up for < $1k. VX2100 i believe is the current model.

I do have a 3 ccd sony (TRV900), which with good light is supposed to be as good as the vx2000.

The skill of the camera man is my problem.

Here is a good shopping link:
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=NavBar&A=search&Q=&ci=1881

[sjaguar13]

You think the VX1000 is too old to even consider? I have about $1,000.

[trevlac]

You think the VX1000 is too old to even consider? I have about $1,000.

I'm sorry... when I first read, I thought you said you "had a lot to spend". The VX1000 seems to have been a favorite. I'm very happy with my TRV900. You should check out the low light abilities of any camera you pick. I assume the band recordings are going to be inside.

Here are some links if you have not read them yet.

TRV900 vs VX1000
http://www.bealecorner.com/trv900/trv-comp.html

VX1000 forum
http://www.videouniversity.com/wwwboard/vx1000/index.html


Personally, I would be hard pressed to buy a cam that old for $1k. Things are changing very fast. On the other hand, the quality and field usability of the vx1000 sound to be top notch. Audio should also be much better than from a consumer type cam.