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Pakanaka
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looking at getting a camera for more cinematic shots and zoom shots and unfortunately the hvx is out of my price range. looking at either the Sony HDR XR200 or the CX405 which one would you recommend/any more advice?
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Tucko
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Vx1000
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Pakanaka
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i want something that can go straight to pc no tape.
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Tucko
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Pakanakai want something that can go straight to pc no tape.

I understand how that is a very useful feature, but as a sangwich enjoyer, vx1000
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verynormalguy
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If you spend a few hundred more you can get the FDR AX33, has paddle zoom and a viewfinder, and great in camera stabilization
Pakanakalooking at getting a camera for more cinematic shots and zoom shots and unfortunately the hvx is out of my price range. looking at either the Sony HDR XR200 or the CX405 which one would you recommend/any more advice?
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Headache
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After 5 mins of YouTube research I think the cx-405 footage looks better but I like the xr-200 zoom is nicer. Bcuz of the better picture (imo) and stills I’d go with the cx-405
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SmartWater
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Pakanakai want something that can go straight to pc no tape.


likely out of your budget but, external recorders would like to chat
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