Since my last entry on the topic, I’ve shifted my contenders in my search for a new MiniDV camcorder to focus solely on the Sony models. From everything I’ve read, the consistent message — especially in
the message boards on Camcorderinfo.com, where there are quite a few strings comparing the TRV19 and the TRV22 — seems to be that the Sony is the way to go. In fact, many people who’ve purchased one of Canon’s ZR models, which I had nearly made up my mind to purchase, end up returning it and getting a Sony TRV instead.
So where I am now is trying to decide between the TRV19 and the TRV22. I’m heavily leaning toward the TRV22, especially for its analog-to-digital conversion feature (and the color viewfinder), but am struggling with the $100+ price tag difference ($579 for the TRV19 on Amazon vs. $699 for the
TRV22). Of course, there are better deals out there for the TRV22, but Jen is willing to kick down her $300 gift certificate, which is good at Amazon, thus bringing down the out-of-pocket price to about $400.
I have a feeling that if I don’t go for the TRV22, I may regret it later. And I need to decide soon, since I’d love to bring the new camcorder to Las Vegas this weekend!
Update (7.14.2003): See this post for my decision and links to great prices on the TRV19 and TRV22 from onecall!
2 responses so far ↓
1 gabe // Jun 17, 2003 at 1:42 pm
2 substantial threads comparing the 19 & 22:
Thread 1
Thread 2
2 gabe // Jun 19, 2003 at 1:27 pm
here’s my latest thinking on what to do:
http://www.camcorderinfo.com/bbs/showthread.php?s=&threadid=7241#post27887