mamajumps 0 #1 February 21, 2008 Just before Christmas,my boyfriend had a riser strike which sent his camera helmet spiraling to the ground without him. The helmet, camcorder and audible were retrieved (pure luck), but only the helmet was salvagable. I would like to replace his camera, but don't really have an idea which mini dv camcorders make are the best for camera helmets. Your advice is appreciated! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites BGill 0 #2 February 21, 2008 What type of helmet does he have? Was his camera on a bracket or in a box? Do you know what model camera he previously used? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites mamajumps 0 #3 February 21, 2008 QuoteWhat type of helmet does he have? Was his camera on a bracket or in a box? Do you know what model camera he previously used? He has a Hawkeye helmet, the camera was mounted on a bracket and it was a PC105. Thanks for your help! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites DSE 5 #4 February 21, 2008 If you're more or less starting new and cost is a major factor, I'd recommend the new Sony HCr-52 or HCR-96 Cheap, small, and offers LANC. they start shipping in a couple weeks, and should be less than 200.00 on the street (HCR-52). Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites ozzy13 0 #5 February 21, 2008 what about the Camcorder HDR-CX7 do you know anything about this one. I'm using a HC 32 now and keep getting a moisture code. I really want to smash it lol. Looking into other cameras and don't know what to get. I use a FF2 helmet from 2k composites so my options are less because of thatNever give the gates up and always trust your rears! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites dragon2 2 #6 February 21, 2008 Try a search for CX6/CX7... Plenty of posts about this camera. ciel bleu, Saskia Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Unparagoned 0 #7 February 22, 2008 Ask him what he wants. I usually hate people getting me something since it's usually the wrong type, etc. e.g. People know I like whisky, so they buy me a JD, but I hate JD. He may be planning to go HD or have something in mind. Some people don't like the newer sony range and would prefer to buy a PC range second hand. The only way to get him what he wants is to ask him. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites mamajumps 0 #8 February 22, 2008 QuoteAsk him what he wants. I usually hate people getting me something since it's usually the wrong type, etc. e.g. People know I like whisky, so they buy me a JD, but I hate JD. He may be planning to go HD or have something in mind. Some people don't like the newer sony range and would prefer to buy a PC range second hand. The only way to get him what he wants is to ask him. Yeah its kinda a sticky situation. I would kinda like to suprise him ( he was so upset after his jump that day!) I think I am going to keep my eyes peeled for a used PC105. Thanks for the advice! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites k_marr08 0 #9 February 28, 2008 QuoteIf you're more or less starting new and cost is a major factor, I'd recommend the new Sony HCr-52 or HCR-96 Cheap, small, and offers LANC. they start shipping in a couple weeks, and should be less than 200.00 on the street (HCR-52). Are either of these models firewire capable? I looked at Sony's website and couldn't find anything. I'm a newb, looking into eventually getting a cheap video camera to play with on the ground. For a very long time. And eventually get a helmet and bring it to the air."I believe the risks I take are justified by the sheer love of the life I lead" - Charles Lindbergh Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites DSE 5 #10 February 28, 2008 You likely couldn't find anything because Sony calls Firewire "i-Link." Yes, both cams are i-Link/Firewire/1394 capable. If the camcorder has the "DV" logo on it, it's required to have a 1304 port on the camcorder. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0
BGill 0 #2 February 21, 2008 What type of helmet does he have? Was his camera on a bracket or in a box? Do you know what model camera he previously used? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mamajumps 0 #3 February 21, 2008 QuoteWhat type of helmet does he have? Was his camera on a bracket or in a box? Do you know what model camera he previously used? He has a Hawkeye helmet, the camera was mounted on a bracket and it was a PC105. Thanks for your help! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSE 5 #4 February 21, 2008 If you're more or less starting new and cost is a major factor, I'd recommend the new Sony HCr-52 or HCR-96 Cheap, small, and offers LANC. they start shipping in a couple weeks, and should be less than 200.00 on the street (HCR-52). Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ozzy13 0 #5 February 21, 2008 what about the Camcorder HDR-CX7 do you know anything about this one. I'm using a HC 32 now and keep getting a moisture code. I really want to smash it lol. Looking into other cameras and don't know what to get. I use a FF2 helmet from 2k composites so my options are less because of thatNever give the gates up and always trust your rears! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dragon2 2 #6 February 21, 2008 Try a search for CX6/CX7... Plenty of posts about this camera. ciel bleu, Saskia Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Unparagoned 0 #7 February 22, 2008 Ask him what he wants. I usually hate people getting me something since it's usually the wrong type, etc. e.g. People know I like whisky, so they buy me a JD, but I hate JD. He may be planning to go HD or have something in mind. Some people don't like the newer sony range and would prefer to buy a PC range second hand. The only way to get him what he wants is to ask him. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mamajumps 0 #8 February 22, 2008 QuoteAsk him what he wants. I usually hate people getting me something since it's usually the wrong type, etc. e.g. People know I like whisky, so they buy me a JD, but I hate JD. He may be planning to go HD or have something in mind. Some people don't like the newer sony range and would prefer to buy a PC range second hand. The only way to get him what he wants is to ask him. Yeah its kinda a sticky situation. I would kinda like to suprise him ( he was so upset after his jump that day!) I think I am going to keep my eyes peeled for a used PC105. Thanks for the advice! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
k_marr08 0 #9 February 28, 2008 QuoteIf you're more or less starting new and cost is a major factor, I'd recommend the new Sony HCr-52 or HCR-96 Cheap, small, and offers LANC. they start shipping in a couple weeks, and should be less than 200.00 on the street (HCR-52). Are either of these models firewire capable? I looked at Sony's website and couldn't find anything. I'm a newb, looking into eventually getting a cheap video camera to play with on the ground. For a very long time. And eventually get a helmet and bring it to the air."I believe the risks I take are justified by the sheer love of the life I lead" - Charles Lindbergh Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSE 5 #10 February 28, 2008 You likely couldn't find anything because Sony calls Firewire "i-Link." Yes, both cams are i-Link/Firewire/1394 capable. If the camcorder has the "DV" logo on it, it's required to have a 1304 port on the camcorder. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
