ZR500 for capture
 

Hey gang, my first post on the DVi network. 8^D What a great place to give and receive info, thanks to each of you for sharing your knowledge and experiences with those of us who are beginners.

I have a question and I know I'm probably beating a dead horse with this one but I searched the archives and couldn't find the answer. I'm looking to buy a mini dv camcorder for a capture device for my GL2 and a buddy has a Canon ZR500 that he'll let me have for practically nothing. It's basically new but I don't know if it'll work with firewire and download to my iBook G4, he knows nothing about the camera and I haven't seen or played with the ZR500. Anyone out there have any experience with the ZR500 ? Any other suggestions for a capture device ? I'm trying not to spend a ton of money on a capture device since I still need to purchase wireless mics and some other stuff.

Thanks a bunch for any info.

Steve

Hi Steve, welcome to DVinfo.net.

The Canon ZR500 has firewire, so yes you can use it to capture your GL2 footage without any problems.

ZR500 as a capture device
 

Thanks Trond !!! I appreciate the info.. I'm going to grab the ZR500 and give it a try.


Steve