Dougjumper 0 #1 January 29, 2004 I think im gonna get the Sony 105 instead of the Sony IP-7. The Price for the Sony 105 $899.00 Sony IP-7 is $999.00 Any Imput...?? The glass is half full or half empty doesn't matter. Let go and have the Lord guide your path. He will take care of it all. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DJL 235 #3 January 29, 2004 Check Dbuys.com. PC-105's for much cheaper. I just ordered one for $730."I encourage all awesome dangerous behavior." - Jeffro Fincher Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #4 January 29, 2004 Quote I just ordered one for $730. $649 from Broadway. $668 with shipping. Mine should be here soon. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tonyhays 86 #5 January 30, 2004 I heard the IP-7 slowmotion playback is real choppy. Can't go wrong with the 105.“That which can be asserted without evidence, can be dismissed without evidence.” Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nbblood 0 #6 January 30, 2004 Quote$649 from Broadway. $668 with shipping. Mine should be here soon. Ok, got my attention. Where's this? How do I contact? Thanks. NathanBlues, Nathan If you wait 'til the last minute, it'll only take a minute. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydiver51 0 #7 January 30, 2004 I don't know the differences between the 105 and 101 that I have but I sure love my 101. Had it over a year and not one single problem and all great video. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #8 January 30, 2004 QuoteOk, got my attention. Where's this? How do I contact? Thanks. Sony PC 105 here Just be prepared....they will call you and try to sell you a lot of other crap. Like 5 hour battery, rapid charger, lenses, filters, etc. If you need any of it.....just don't take the first price they offer. I haggled the guy and got a 5 hour battery and rapid charger for an extra $200. Not a bad deal since the rapid charger by itself is ~$140. Just know what the accessories cost before they call you and DON'T accept the first price. If you turn them down they WILL go lower. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyjuggler 0 #9 January 30, 2004 Just my thoughts, but Broadway suck arse. I spoke to 3 different people, all gave different answers on the same questions. Also the last guy had to be the rudest bloke ever spoken to on the phone. They stated different views on the camera being in stock, prices (how can you mess that up) and specifications. Main question was about warrenty, basically in Europe manufacturers guarentee is 1 year, in the States I believe 90 days parts and labour. The prices were alot better in the US for PAL cameras, but I wanted to know if the more limited warrenty was worldwide or just for the US. Normal question I believe for the situation. He was so f@%^king rude. I then started looking into other companies and read some threads from other Dropzone.commers and realised they were terrible in customer service and a shady business. There is some review / comparison of online retailer's prices and service on http://www.dealtime.com/main/linkin_id-3030460 I believe. That helped me. In the end didn't order, as I thought saving was not worth longer warrenty, and didn't want to deal with business in another country especially if they were dodgy. Just my experience on buying a camera. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nbblood 0 #10 January 30, 2004 Skyjuggler- Great link, very enlightening, thanks. Sorts stores by highest ratings then you can skim through the price ranges, very user friendly and useful info. Freeflir-Let us know when you get the camera, I'd be interested in knowing how they follow through, that's a pretty good price. I've got a PC101, but for that price I'd think about getting a new one. Blues. NathanBlues, Nathan If you wait 'til the last minute, it'll only take a minute. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #11 January 30, 2004 QuoteI've got a PC101, but for that price I'd think about getting a new one. I have also heard some crap about Broadway but at these prices.....how could I say no. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nickboyd 0 #12 February 3, 2004 Be aware that the 105 has a tighter standard lense than a PC-5 or PC-9 so that when you mount a Wide Angle on it, it won't be as wide as it should. So a .42 on a PC-5 might look the same as a .38 on the PC-105. Also, the IP's micro DV format has not proven to be very user friendly as far as compatability with software goes. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dougjumper 0 #13 February 4, 2004 Thanks will note.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiverDman 0 #14 February 4, 2004 http://www.5starselectronics.com/shop/Product.asp?ProdTypeList=1000&Sku=SonPc105 PC105 for $639! Blue Skies! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bryce 0 #15 February 4, 2004 The New 330 is even worse for a tighter lens. 5.1mm at widest vs 3.7 on the 105. the PC 5 has a 3.1mm lens. So throw a 0.6 onto the pc330 right now and it's just like having No lens on a PC 5. Sheesh. Aren't these manufacturers considering the needs of us skydivers?! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dejavu 0 #16 February 4, 2004 Any recommendations on what camera helmet to get for a PC 105 ?? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #17 February 4, 2004 QuoteAny recommendations on what camera helmet to get for a PC 105 ?? That's sort of like asking what sort of main canopy you should get for a Vector3. What sort of camera flying are you planning to do? Just film for yourself, for fun. Are you planning on getting a still camera at some point? Are you planning on shooting 4-way video/tandem video/AFF video for money?--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BETO74 0 #18 February 4, 2004 One word .................RAWAhttp://web.mac.com/ac057a/iWeb/AC057A/H0M3.html Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
docjohn 0 #19 February 7, 2004 I agree, the PC-105 is the way to go. got mine for $649. However, be careful. The battery charger that came with mine was a piece of crap that sells on eBay for $25. I had to buy the actual Sony M-series charger for $116 elsewhere. Really pissed! Otherwise, the PC-105 is a kick ass camera! Doc http://www.manifestmaster.com/video Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FreeflyJas 0 #20 February 7, 2004 I have been using the 105 for about 2 months now and find it very good. I have heard that the IP range of cameras have a little trouble with compatability via the Fire Wire port to a PC. Does anyone know ? Jas Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diverds 0 #21 February 8, 2004 Not totally sure, but I think the compatibility issues are when trying to firewire from camera to camera (ie. IP style to miniDV style). Skydive Radio Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
clint 1 #22 February 8, 2004 The audio video cable is different with the 105 than the 101. All of the old PC's, 100,101,5,9, they all plug into the yellow A/V spot into your camera. The 105 is different because it's like a firewire plug. It does the same thing but if you forget your 105 cable, you can't use the 101 cable to watch your video on the tv. Food for thought!Clint MacBeth Skydive Moab 435 259 JUMP M.O.A.B. Mother Of All Boogies Sept 19 - 23, 2012 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
frankiebrina 0 #23 February 9, 2004 just paid 720 for it brand new in the box. dont pay to much!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sputnik 0 #24 February 9, 2004 damn.... have'nt realized that different plug yet.... got mine two weeks ago and haven't jumped.... does anybody know an adapter to buy? the position of the a/v spot is very bad, too.... now I have to dismount the camera before watching just a short vid..... but overall the pc105 is a great device!!!_________________________________________ Life's NOT a journey! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neilly 0 #25 February 10, 2004 Having read this thread the PC105 looks pretty darn good, and the price is great, Can any of you tell me what would be a good all round wide angle lens to get with a PC105? and would the longer battery life be useful for jumping? what would be your standard kit that you would buy with the camera? just to be used for fun jumping, cheers Also how can they charge so much more for a PAL system? If I got an NTSC can I change the format on my laptop if I want to burn a DVD?Fly like an aardvark Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
