im after 1 thats able to upload to a pc
do i get 1 thats got a memory card or a tape ??
if i get a tape one ,do i need a tv card to be able to upload to me pc?

any help would be appreciated

 

Ive got a digital tape one with USB so it plugs straight into the pc no probs.
Cheap and cheerful that does the job perfectly well

Sony DCR-TRV245E, think you can pick em up for under 300 quid now

 

Ideally you want one that uses DV tapes. The video is digitally stored on to tape. Most camcorders (if not all) that use this technology include a firewire or USB out connection which allows you to capture the video on to your pc.

Your PC will need a firewire or USB (2.0) connection depending on the camcorder you buy.

You will only need a TV card if your camcorder has no such connection and you are then forced to use the normal TV out connections.

Dont forget you'll need some video editing software for your pc too!

 

I'm selling a Panasonic Camcorder, paid Ł500 for it last year.

I used it once and most of the gear that come with it is still unopened in the box. Quite sure it does all of the above. Going to check now and will get back to you

 

Mine works with USB1, and came with all the software you could ever need

 

USB 1? really? I would have thought that would be too slow. Is it DV?

 

It uses digital-8 tapes, does the job perfectly for the price

 

so anything with a dv tape will do
surley all the software i need will come with the cam
if not i can probarly d/load it from somewhere

im only after summut cheap just to film me baby and stuff

 

Just double check what type of PC connection it uses. Your PC probably wont have firewire unless it is very new!

Yup there are a few ways to get hold of the software.

U'll probably get an evaluation version of something with the camcorder.

 

i know i aint got firewire but usb 1 or 2 is ok

 

Most camcorders use firewire. I think Sonys are the only ones that use USB.

 

hello.

DV tapes are great.

usb is only used for mpeg and jpeg transfer but full video is transfered via firewire.

regards

jay

 

can u buy a firewire add on for ya pc??

 

yes you can buy a firewire card that will plug into a pci slot for a few quid

 

you will probably get a trial version of some video editing software with it.

windows movie maker will do you for basic stuff and it's free but better progs like pinnacale studio or adobe premiere can be downloaded

 

the missis has came home with a flyer from jessops 2day
with a samsung vpd300 for 200 quid
all it says is

mini dv digital camcorder
20* opitical 900* digital zoom
2.5i colour lcd screen
image stabiliser
easy to use

anygood ???

 

have a hunt around google for that model dude.

Im willing bet u'll get it cheaper than jessops too! Tried amazon?

 

I have a Sony DCR-PC101E....

http://reviews.zdnet.co.uk/hardware/...0001474,00.htm

Very good quality, DVD quality infact, touch screen display, sony memory stick etc etc