Hard Drive Camcorder Reviews

I’m looking for a good camcorder.. What can you recommend?


I am going to mostly film marching bands/ colorguards. Both at night, and in the day time…. indoor and out. I would like a good zoom, and a stabilizer. HiDef is a must, and a good size hard drive and battery life. I’ve looked at so many, read so many reviews that my brain has turned to mush. It seems like reviews are never consistent! Thanks for your help!
I would like to add that i have a mac :-)
I think most cameras will be compatible with macs…. non compatibility is pretty much moot this day and age

The Sony 80 GB Handycam hard drive camcorder. HDRXR100

Shining Technology CitiDisk HD-500 External Video Capture Device, 500GB Hard Drive
Shining Technology CitiDisk HD-500 External Video Capture Device, 500GB Hard Drive

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Description

The Shining Technology CitiDISK HD 500 is a 500GB external video capture device designed specifically for Panasonic P2 products, such as the AG-HVX200. Footage is transferred over FireWire to the small drive and is stored as an AVI or MOV files. These files can be transferred directly to non linear editing systems, saving the lengthy process of capturing or digitizing DV footage to a computers hard drive.Save money and time with this simple solution; The CitiDISK HD automatically detects what file format is being ingested, whether it’s DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO25/50 or standard DV.

Features

  • P2 Compatibility: The CitiDISK HD is designed to be used with Panasonic P2 solid-state recording technology. With the introduction of the AG-HVX200 HD camcorder, the P2 system is being widely adopted by professionals, independent filmmakers and hobbyists around the world
  • Lightweight and Shock Resistant: The CitiDISK HD is built to be small and lightweight, making it incredibly comfortable to use in the field. Its lightweight frame is still remarkably durable. The drive is equipped with shock absorbing mounts, keeping data safe and secure
  • Quickplay and QPLAY Functions: Need to review your footage immediately? Have no fear, the CitiDISK HD allows you to do this over its FireWire connection. Simply set the camera to VCR mode and either view all files from first recorded to last or view the last one stored using the “QPLAY” function
  • Loop Recording: Loop scene recording allows the user to buffer a finite amount of run time that is constantly being recorded in “Stand-By” mode. This can be very effective for news gathering when important takes place immediately before the camera operator has the ability to press record
  • Backup Power Management: The CitiDISK HD power management feature has an embedded rechargeable lithium battery that can last up to 90 minutes in the event that the 3 hour external battery runs out

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