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Fx7 vs dvx

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clement_123
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I just want to know what do you think is better, is it a good choice to sacrifice HD for 24p mode?
thanks a lot.
btw, I have 3000$ to put on a camera, so if you have some ideas or comments, let me know!
Nov 3 2009 12:24PM
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horner
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Try to find a used Canon xha1
Nov 3 2009 12:25PM
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eheath
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If you have 3000 then get a fx1 or a hmc150, but thats coming from someone who doesn't care much about 24p at all.
Nov 3 2009 12:26PM
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KarmaInitiative
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dont buy a camera for 24p unless your an amateur filmmaker
Nov 3 2009 1:30PM
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DBeck
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i recently got a dvx and i'm still learnin, but i like it. everythings easy and accessible for manual adjustments, but i guess it would boil down to are gonna be shooting 4:3 or 16:9. The DVX doesn't have native 16:9 so its a little more work in post if you want a 16:9 picture. granted they're like 1400-1600 used so they're considerably cheaper than the above mentioned cameras.
Nov 3 2009 2:17PM
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dergblerp
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I recently used a few fx1's on a documentary and I really wasn't impressed by them, especially compared to the XHA1 (which i own personally) or the HVX/DVX/HMC.  The fx1 would be an awesome camera to use if you want decent footage but have no clue how to set up a camera.  I say this because they really perform best in Auto mode. 
For 3000, I'd definitely look for a used HMC150, or even a new Canon 7D.  I know the DSLR cam's aren't totally ideal for filming, but as a photographer/filmmaker they do have a lot of appeal.  I like my xha1, but for shooting skiing I really wish it had a 60p mode.  At the time I bought it 60p was really only available on the HVX and a few others well out of my price range tho...
Nov 3 2009 2:30PM
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clement_123
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I'm just shooting ski, so is it a good choice to go with the fx7? The hmc-150 is a bit too expansive, cause i'd also like to buy a decent tripod and a few accessories if possible. I heard that the sound is crappy with this camera but I don't really mind. Is that one of the only negative point? Btw, the hmc-150 is really attractive because of the sd recording system. I want to make a good choice because i will use this camera for a few seasons. So if you'd get 3000$, what would you buy?
Nov 3 2009 3:00PM
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eheath
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I'm going to respectfully disagree, if you know what you're doing with an fx1 you can make it look amazing.
Nov 3 2009 3:33PM
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Trent_Palmer
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For 3000 (and you want to get accessories with that too) then I would look into the Panasonic HMC40, I have seen great footage off it, and it has more frame rates than the FX7, plus its sold state which is really nice. Newer technology too, and thats always a plus. It sucks buying something and realizing quickly that its too outdated for what you were looking for.
Nov 3 2009 3:36PM
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