Q. I'm looking for a good digital camcorder that has a mic jack, but doesn't cost a cold grand.
A. The Canon HV40 is a HD camcorder with an external mic input. It was $999, but now I see that the price has dropped down to an average of about $650. I can't seem to find any other makes available.
What is a good professional quality video camera/camcorder that shoots good at night?
Q. I sing in a band and we do alot of shows at night (outdoors) and I am looking for a pro grade video camera that shoots really good quality at night and has external mic jacks. I also need a camera on a budget. I am looking to spend under $2,000.00.
A. $2,000 won't get you to "pro-grade" - well, not new, anyway... My definition of "pro-grade":
* Lens filter diameter = 72mm or larger.
* Imaging chip is 3CCD or 3CMOS 1/3" or larger.
* Audio inputs use XLR connections.
When you find this camcorder, all the other stuff - controls on the outside of the camcorder - is generally included. The lens diameter and imaging chip are important because they are what allow low light behavior to be good.
Hopefully when the band performs, there are some stage lights - otherwise, please consider investing in some light trees, PAR cans, power cables and lighting controller/dimmer. Then the band won't be in "low light" and a lesser camcorder can be used... like a Sony HDR-FX7.
Using the camcorder requirements from the 2nd paragraph, the Sony HDR-FX1000 nearly qualifies - but has only a 1/8" (3.5mm) stereo audio input. This can be modified to use XLR mics with an XLR adapter from juicedLink or BeachTek. Add in a decent tripod. Tiffen/Davis & Sanford make affordable ones.
If your definition of "professional camcorder" is different from mine, please let us know.
* Lens filter diameter = 72mm or larger.
* Imaging chip is 3CCD or 3CMOS 1/3" or larger.
* Audio inputs use XLR connections.
When you find this camcorder, all the other stuff - controls on the outside of the camcorder - is generally included. The lens diameter and imaging chip are important because they are what allow low light behavior to be good.
Hopefully when the band performs, there are some stage lights - otherwise, please consider investing in some light trees, PAR cans, power cables and lighting controller/dimmer. Then the band won't be in "low light" and a lesser camcorder can be used... like a Sony HDR-FX7.
Using the camcorder requirements from the 2nd paragraph, the Sony HDR-FX1000 nearly qualifies - but has only a 1/8" (3.5mm) stereo audio input. This can be modified to use XLR mics with an XLR adapter from juicedLink or BeachTek. Add in a decent tripod. Tiffen/Davis & Sanford make affordable ones.
If your definition of "professional camcorder" is different from mine, please let us know.
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