mountainman 0 #1 July 8, 2001 Hey all!!I am looking for a digi camcorder that I can use to video. Granted, I probably won't be jumping a camera until next year or the year after, but I would like something nice now to use around the house/vacations that would also be something good for a helmet. I am liking the PC5 because it's small, lots of features, and has a special case made for it to be mounted on the helmet.My question: what camera would you recommend for buying now and would be good to use when the time comes to jump it? I also want something that is compatable with a fish-eye lens.Thanks!!!Our humble corner on the web... HERE Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pyke 0 #2 July 8, 2001 mm, I think you will find that there are about 4-6 styles and brands of cameras that can be used for video and will compatible for fish eyes.I asked this question earlier...in a round about way (see, Sony or JVC thread)...and I didn't get a good response. Good luck with yours though...I will keep looking to see what people say.P.S. only 2 more threads and my "hand" moves up in status!!Kahurangi e Mahearangi,PykeNZPF A - 2584 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhreeZone 15 #3 July 9, 2001 If you hold out for a bit the newer models will be out and they are smaller, lighter, have more goodies and will be cheaper. The PC-5 is a little out dated by current Sony specs. The PC-9 is the new replacement {I think). You might want to post on rec.photo(somethingorother) and ask what type of DV camera would handle G force shocks up to a few G's and has your list of desired functions on it. I like the PC-110 or 100.Whoa... That was cool! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robellis 0 #4 July 10, 2001 I'm from the UK, and I jump the PC9.Much smaller than the PC110, and a damn sight cheaper as well. It also has USB port so I don't need to buy a firewire card for my computer, or the cable. Using the memory stick, I can transfer a 60-second MPEG video direct to my hard disk without having to use any video editing software, whch is nice for easy integration into a website.I have a Kenko 0.42 lens and a step up ring to change from .30 diameter to .37. which seems to work just fine.Robps. I have wierd spasms in my right hand. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mountainman 0 #5 July 11, 2001 QuoteI have wierd spasms in my right handSo do I, but only if I'm checking out an "adult website".Thanks for the info man! That sounds like a pretty sweet set-up!Our humble corner on the web... HERE Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Viking 0 #6 July 11, 2001 your wife not giving you yours or somthing??? Remember when Sex was safe and skydiving was Dangerous? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkyFrog 0 #7 July 12, 2001 I have a GR DVM50U there is not a lot of bells and wissles,but it leaves little for me to mess up. It even makes good videos to...... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mountainman 0 #8 July 16, 2001 Quoteyour wife not giving you yours or somthing???HAHA!! Dream on, man!Our humble corner on the web... HERE Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
