Hi Heath, The new Sony XDCAM EX1 is what I would recommend. For low light, a bigger sensor is better, so the EX1 has a 1/2 inch sensor compared to most 1/3 sensor cameras.
It records onto Express Cards but Sony's variation called Sxs. They are talking about allowing any Express Cards. Express cards are pretty cool, they connect directly to the computer versus P2 and Compact Flash that have to go through bus cable. It records all kinds of variable rates. The lens is AWESOME. This is the camera I am getting after holding out for almost 6 years. I don't need the RED power but I need this. The only drawback is that it records in XDCAM which like HDV records in long GOP. I have had no problems with this in all the times i have used a HDV camera. BTW, XDCAM is pro version of HDV. The EX1 uses a new variation Currently, there is support for it in Final Cut Pro and Vegas. I think Canopus (spelling?) also has support. But there should be even more support once it gets popular. The camera is hitting the streets. The footage coming out of this camera is pretty cool. Have fun. Ajit http://squigglebooth.com --- In videoblogging@yahoogroups.com, "Heath" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I am looking at upgrading my camera and in a big way. As some of you > may know I have been starting to have people come to me to video > stuff. And while the camera I have has been able to do that, it > won't get me to where I need to be. So....I am looking at > upgrading. I know quite a few on this list who are using pro or > prosumer cameras, so I am looking for practicial advise and > recomendations. I need something that will be good in low light, > have some manual controls, external sound, etc. I also want to be > able to use this camera to shoot weddings, local events, short films, > etc. > > Like I said, I know the camera I have can do most of what I want to > do, but it doesn't do all and I want a camera I can grow with, the > ability to shoot in low light and the external lighting ablility > along with being able to shoot in 24p are the big things. > > So, Jay, Ryanne, Bill, David, Rupert, Cheryl and anyone else who has > knowledge let me know what you think....and if anyone uses a > paticular camera let me know... > > Thanks! > > Heath > http://batmangeek.com >
