Posts by JonS

Taking into account Christian's comments about finding a good writer/media combo, Chris' comments about there not really being a "best" and the overall approval for Plextor, I am definately leaning towards it. Thanks to everybody that...

Recently my pile of crap I/OMagic drive just stopped working. It still recognizes/burns CD's but not DVD's. And because of a few other recent problems with it I figured it was at it's end so I'm starting to look around for a new...

Thanks for all the help guys, every one of you has been a big help. Looks like I am going with the Sony TRV38, after doing all the research I have done, it sounds the best for me. I will probably order it from IbuyDigital.com . ...

My budget was miraculously highered to no more than $650. I can get the TRV38 for just about $650, but the PVGS70 is closer to $750-$800. There are some major differences between the 38 and the 22. Things like a manual focus...

I have been doing some heavy research and the camera that seems the best fit for me is the Sony TRV38. Nothing sounds perfect, but this one seems like it would be what I need. Any comments on this particular camera?

Quote: I should also add that you will need a recent processor and video card. The editing software you choose will be the major determinate here. What impact exactly will the editing software have on things? ...

Quote: I'm not sure if this is in your budget but I just bought the PV-GS70 the Xmas and I'm thrilled with this camcorder. I got it fron onecall.com for $637 shipped afer a small rebate. Go to your nearest Circuit City and it...

Thanks for all the help. It's a hard and frustrating process researching what camera to buy. I'm sure I'll have more questions in the coming days. Thanks again.

I am in the process of looking for a new camcorder. I will use it to make short films with my friends and family, basically my own personal film school since I cant go to the real thing. I want to be able to film something, transfer...

I have noticed lately that on my Time Warner Pay Per View service, particularly the INDemand Cinema channel, there have been a lot of movies that I really want to see. But, I am not going to pay $4 for a pan n scan movie. My question...