Sony HC-32 or HC-42?

[skymick 0]

I'm looking at a reasonably cheap camera setup - mainly for tandem/general use. I have decided to stick with Sony but considering they no longer make cams with a LANC port I am finding it a pain to source an older model however I have found a HC-32 slightly used on ebay for $300(AU) but there are a few days left on the auction so I'm guessing it will go for around $400. Otherwise a local shop is clearing out a HC42 for $691(AU). The main difference between the two is the CCD size; the 32 has a 1/6' CCD with 680k pixels and the 42 has a 1/5.5' CCD with 1070k pixels.

Does the extra size of the CCD make any noticeable difference in the real world? If so what do you think about forking out the extra $$$ for the H-42?

Cheers

Mick

[DSE 5]

Sony still builds cams with LANC port, only certain, lower end models don't carry them due to licensing costs.
Yes, the larger CCD makes a significant difference once you get larger than 1/6, but from 1/6 to 1/5, you'll not notice a huge diff, not with the light we have available for skydiving. But...the more pixels, the cleaner the image can be.
You can't find a 100 series cam anywhere to give you a LANC?

[skymick 0]

Nah no luck finding any 100 series anywhere (ebay or retail). I might try a local cash converters store though...

[freekflyguy 0]

I have a HC40 on Ebay at the moment if your interested, ill even throw in a 25 - 37mm step up ring if you want

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[tetra316 0]

Earlier this summer I got a brand new HC32 off ebay for $260(us).

[hjumper33 0]

I have an HC42 that I got on closeout and I absolutely love it. Shoots great video, only pain in the ass is that you need the dock to transfer from camera to camera.

[lurch 0]

The biggest difference is a 42 shoots in 16:9 widescreen and is worth the extra cost. I been using one for years and was pleased enough with it that when it finally wore it out I ebayed for another. The 42 can take an insane amount of abuse.
-B

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[phoenixlpr 0]

Really? I have a HC32. It can shoot widescreen too.