30P in DVX100B & DVC30 look different at DVinfo.net

Scott Owens · February 1st, 2008, 01:09 PM

I use the DVC30 for a back-up cam to aid the DVX for my wedding ceremonies etc. I have come to notice that the 30P footage of the DVC30 actually looks better than the DVX, any truth to this? Why would this be if true? I have matched both cams (via settings, etc.) as closely as possible; several settings are not available on the DVC30.

I am finding that the DVC30 images look even more film-like than the DVX's.

Any info will be greatly appreciated.

Thank you.

Mark Williams · February 1st, 2008, 01:46 PM

Hi Scott,

I haven't used the DVX100 much but am one of the first DVC30 owners in the US. I can attest to its SD 4:3 image quality. I have played DVDs I shot on the DVC30 on a 40 inch LCD TV and it holds up pretty good. For some reason it never was a popular cam. I hear now that it is no longer manufactered.

Scott Owens · February 1st, 2008, 01:51 PM

Thanks Mark for the reply. I really like mine; as I said it is a back-up for my DVX100 and I also use it for my Outdoor Media Shoots etc.; its 16x lens & low light capabilities come in handy!

Erik Brun · April 10th, 2008, 02:34 PM

I really like my DVC30 too. I use it solely for weddings and some school videos. The quality is really great.

Kevin James · April 23rd, 2008, 11:15 AM

I agree, the DVC30 is a stronger 60i sports and wildlife camera due to the lens, I disagree on the 30p shooting.

The 30 uses field some flavor of field doubling to pull off it's progressive mode, resulting in (as I recall) something like 40% lower resolution than a 100.

I find they can match up color wise quite well, but he sharpness and detail just isnt there when trying to cut them together.

That being said- my 30 made me a ton of money in its lifetime. When shooting 60i no one knew it wasnt a 100.

February 1st, 2008, 01:09 PM	#1
Scott Owens New Boot Join Date: May 2007 Location: New Orleans, Louisiana Posts: 13	30P in DVX100B & DVC30 look different I use the DVC30 for a back-up cam to aid the DVX for my wedding ceremonies etc. I have come to notice that the 30P footage of the DVC30 actually looks better than the DVX, any truth to this? Why would this be if true? I have matched both cams (via settings, etc.) as closely as possible; several settings are not available on the DVC30. I am finding that the DVC30 images look even more film-like than the DVX's. Any info will be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

February 1st, 2008, 01:46 PM	#2
Mark Williams Trustee Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Deep South, U.S. Posts: 1,526	Hi Scott, I haven't used the DVX100 much but am one of the first DVC30 owners in the US. I can attest to its SD 4:3 image quality. I have played DVDs I shot on the DVC30 on a 40 inch LCD TV and it holds up pretty good. For some reason it never was a popular cam. I hear now that it is no longer manufactered. __________________ Mark videos: http://vimeo.com/channels/3523 Stock: http://www.pond5.com/artist/mark29

April 10th, 2008, 02:34 PM	#4
Erik Brun Tourist Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Minnesota, USA Posts: 3	I really like my DVC30 too. I use it solely for weddings and some school videos. The quality is really great. __________________ www.BrunProductions.com

February 1st, 2008, 01:51 PM	#3
Scott Owens New Boot Join Date: May 2007 Location: New Orleans, Louisiana Posts: 13	Thanks Mark for the reply. I really like mine; as I said it is a back-up for my DVX100 and I also use it for my Outdoor Media Shoots etc.; its 16x lens & low light capabilities come in handy!

April 23rd, 2008, 11:15 AM	#5
Kevin James Major Player Join Date: May 2004 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 204	I agree, the DVC30 is a stronger 60i sports and wildlife camera due to the lens, I disagree on the 30p shooting. The 30 uses field some flavor of field doubling to pull off it's progressive mode, resulting in (as I recall) something like 40% lower resolution than a 100. I find they can match up color wise quite well, but he sharpness and detail just isnt there when trying to cut them together. That being said- my 30 made me a ton of money in its lifetime. When shooting 60i no one knew it wasnt a 100.