Sony DV pro Camera

FPP wrote on 5/29/2014, 4:02 PM

I would like to get a little feedback from any of us out there that may have some experience with an older DV camera.. The Sony DSR-PD170.
I can get a very good deal on one and maybe someone knows about it's overall behavior from Shoot to Post.
I know it has ieee1394 for transfer to workstation and thats a plus, but that is hardly a good enough reason to buy it.
It was a $3000.00 unit when it came out but I won't be paying nearly that.
I am very loyal to Standard def rez recording so I hope it is true that this is one of the best for that..
Please advise:

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FPP wrote on 5/31/2014, 7:03 PM

videoITguy-
The Camera I was pointing out is the SONY HXR MC-2000U, which is a shoulder mount AVCHD camera still shown on Sony.com
I got the story from the Sony sales dept.
I hope that clears some of the fog away.
Also, thanks for the tip on another camera to check out.

Former user wrote on 5/31/2014, 7:35 PM

You might want to check out this link

http://www.friendsofhdvideo.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=277

FPP wrote on 5/31/2014, 7:52 PM

DaveT2-
Seems like the review for this camera struggled to give it "Pro" status.
It just makes good sense to research before buying.. Especially if you're jumping track like I am.

videoITguy wrote on 5/31/2014, 7:58 PM

like i said dog of 2011 - it is now 2014