DVC80, My final answer is... at DVinfo.net

Daniel Kautz · November 4th, 2003, 09:27 PM

Everyone seems to brag when they make up their mind. So I too have joined the ranks of DVC80 owners. It is en-route from B&H

Top 10 Reasons:

10. This forum
9. A kilobuck less than the DVX100
8. I don't need no stinking 24P flicker to make me feel or look like a "real" film maker. <Ooooo nasty remark!>
7. Good back up camera when I do want to feel all nostalgic about ancient film modulation and buy a DVX100 to get 24P <OK, so I don't really hate it...> :-)
6. It LOOKS like a pro camera.
5. Lieca branded W.A. lens.
4. Great looking video I have seen from other DVC80's
3. Good reported macro abilities from lens.
2. No added consumer-grade do-all frills and "features"

and finally

1. I just wanted this camera!

Will post some clips in a week or so on my web site. Then tell everyone how I REALLY feel about it...

Regards

Dan Kautz

Frank Granovski · November 4th, 2003, 10:42 PM

I see that you watch David Letterman too. :)

Of course it's a great camera going for a reasonable dollar. Besides, like you say, it's lens is stamped with Leica. Good enough for me. :)

Ken Tanaka · November 4th, 2003, 11:03 PM

Congratulations on your decision and your new camera (from one of our sponsors)! I have the 100 but suspect you'll get a great deal of enjoyment and satisfaction from the 80 based on what I've read about it. It seems like a fine camera.

Yang Wen · November 4th, 2003, 11:44 PM

Dunno man.. after Cinegamma+24P I hardly ever go back to 60i mode. Ever watch MTV recently? lots of shows are shot with DVX in 24P and it's very reminisce of 16mm. AWSOME!!

Frank Granovski · November 5th, 2003, 12:21 AM

I never watch MTV. I think you have to steal the signals to get it here. :(

Chris Hurd · November 5th, 2003, 09:30 AM

Congrats on your purchase, Daniel... please be sure to post your thoughts after using the 80 for awhile; we're always looking for feedback on that particular camcorder. Looking forward to seeing your clips,

Glenn Gipson · November 5th, 2003, 11:40 AM

You forgot to add that you don't want no stinking NO-flicker 30p either. :)

Steve Nunez · November 5th, 2003, 06:38 PM

Congrats on your DVC80- I just bought one too and am very pleased with it. For accessories get a nice bag, tripod, UV filter and spare battery. For good additional accessories I'd recommend a 1.7x or 2X tele-extender lens (if you need more range) and a circular polarizer....a remote zoom is awesome too if you can swing it.

(Look into the Mack warranty as several people have experienced head problems- and it's great peace of mind)

Enjoy it and welcome to the DVC80 forum- there are allot of knowledgeable people here that know these cameras well- so ask away!

Daniel Kautz · November 5th, 2003, 06:43 PM

Thanks for the replies everyone. Even from the 24P bigot! ;>p

My needs will certainly be filled if it works as expected.

A more usefull post is promised once I start playing and working with it. I have a series of corporate training DVDs to make.

Regards,

Dan Kautz

Scott Shaffer · November 5th, 2003, 09:26 PM

Dan, glad to hear that you decided on the DVC80. I too have just decided that this is the cam for me, and am just shopping for the best deal deal.

The tough thing about deciding on the right camera is figuring out whether you are over buying. Spending money on features you're unlikely to need or use. If you're an aspiring film making, I can see the 24P route. But for me, like you, I think the 80 does the trick!

Peter J Alessandria · November 5th, 2003, 10:43 PM

Congrats on your new camera. I kind of hate to say this but... I wish my DVX 100 was all black!

Dennis Sladek · November 5th, 2003, 11:50 PM

You'll enjoy it very much. I already had the DVX100 and I bought the DVC80 as a 2nd. camera when it came out.

Daniel Kautz · November 6th, 2003, 12:06 AM

Ah yes, Scott... My number 9 is a big issue. I would love to play with 30P and even 24P but I have to see if I can make some money with 60i before I drop another $1K. I have other parts to purchase...

I am also having a little fun before this forum becomes "sacred ground" for 24P and DVX100 only owners. I do believe there is the DVC80 mentioned in the title.... <g>

Oh, and Peter... Home Depot has this great stuff that comes in a rattle can that can fullfill your wishes...

Dan Kautz

Scott Plowman · November 6th, 2003, 04:09 PM

M TV.. Marx Television.. i dont mean Groucho friends... Anyways.. I love my DVC 80 : )

Daniel Kautz · November 6th, 2003, 07:01 PM

Well, It's here!

Getting one of the batteries (yes, I bought two) all charged as well as myself... It looks great (better than the pictures) and even lighter than expected. Good!

Wondering what I'll be doing this weekend... Hmmm... Go and shoot someone or something I suppose :>)

For now I'm going to go hide and read for awhile. I guess some of us DO read the manual. I'm sure it is the same as the electronic version I downloaded.

Thanks again to all for all the replies. This is great fun!

Best Regards,

Dan Kautz

November 4th, 2003, 09:27 PM	#1
Daniel Kautz New Boot Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Frisco, Texas Posts: 22	DVC80, My final answer is... Everyone seems to brag when they make up their mind. So I too have joined the ranks of DVC80 owners. It is en-route from B&H Top 10 Reasons: 10. This forum 9. A kilobuck less than the DVX100 8. I don't need no stinking 24P flicker to make me feel or look like a "real" film maker. <Ooooo nasty remark!> 7. Good back up camera when I do want to feel all nostalgic about ancient film modulation and buy a DVX100 to get 24P <OK, so I don't really hate it...> :-) 6. It LOOKS like a pro camera. 5. Lieca branded W.A. lens. 4. Great looking video I have seen from other DVC80's 3. Good reported macro abilities from lens. 2. No added consumer-grade do-all frills and "features" and finally 1. I just wanted this camera! Will post some clips in a week or so on my web site. Then tell everyone how I REALLY feel about it... Regards Dan Kautz __________________ Good Enough Is'nt

November 4th, 2003, 11:03 PM	#3
Ken Tanaka Retired DV Info Net Almunus Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 6,943	Congratulations on your decision and your new camera (from one of our sponsors)! I have the 100 but suspect you'll get a great deal of enjoyment and satisfaction from the 80 based on what I've read about it. It seems like a fine camera. __________________ Lady X Films: A lady with a boring wardrobe...and a global mission. Hey, you don't have enough stuff! Buy with confidence from our sponsors. Hand-picked as the best in the business...Really! See some of my work one frame at a time: www.KenTanaka.com

November 5th, 2003, 09:30 AM	#6
Chris Hurd Obstreperous Rex Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: San Marcos, TX Posts: 27,368 Images: 513	Congrats on your purchase, Daniel... please be sure to post your thoughts after using the 80 for awhile; we're always looking for feedback on that particular camcorder. Looking forward to seeing your clips, __________________ CH Search DV Info Net \| 20 years of DVi \| ...Tuesday is Soylent Green Day!

November 5th, 2003, 06:38 PM	#8
Steve Nunez Trustee Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida Posts: 1,418	Congrats on your DVC80- I just bought one too and am very pleased with it. For accessories get a nice bag, tripod, UV filter and spare battery. For good additional accessories I'd recommend a 1.7x or 2X tele-extender lens (if you need more range) and a circular polarizer....a remote zoom is awesome too if you can swing it. (Look into the Mack warranty as several people have experienced head problems- and it's great peace of mind) Enjoy it and welcome to the DVC80 forum- there are allot of knowledgeable people here that know these cameras well- so ask away! __________________ Steve Nunez-New York City www.stevenunez.com

November 5th, 2003, 06:43 PM	#9
Daniel Kautz New Boot Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Frisco, Texas Posts: 22	Thanks for the replies everyone. Even from the 24P bigot! ;>p My needs will certainly be filled if it works as expected. A more usefull post is promised once I start playing and working with it. I have a series of corporate training DVDs to make. Regards, Dan Kautz __________________ Good Enough Is'nt

November 4th, 2003, 10:42 PM	#2
Frank Granovski Outer Circle Join Date: May 2002 Location: Hope, BC Posts: 7,524	I see that you watch David Letterman too. :) Of course it's a great camera going for a reasonable dollar. Besides, like you say, it's lens is stamped with Leica. Good enough for me. :)

November 4th, 2003, 11:44 PM	#4
Yang Wen Major Player Join Date: May 2003 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 991	Dunno man.. after Cinegamma+24P I hardly ever go back to 60i mode. Ever watch MTV recently? lots of shows are shot with DVX in 24P and it's very reminisce of 16mm. AWSOME!!

November 5th, 2003, 12:21 AM	#5
Frank Granovski Outer Circle Join Date: May 2002 Location: Hope, BC Posts: 7,524	I never watch MTV. I think you have to steal the signals to get it here. :(

November 5th, 2003, 11:40 AM	#7
Glenn Gipson Major Player Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Plainfield, New Jersey Posts: 927	You forgot to add that you don't want no stinking NO-flicker 30p either. :)

November 5th, 2003, 09:26 PM	#10
Scott Shaffer New Boot Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Novato, CA Posts: 8	Dan, glad to hear that you decided on the DVC80. I too have just decided that this is the cam for me, and am just shopping for the best deal deal. The tough thing about deciding on the right camera is figuring out whether you are over buying. Spending money on features you're unlikely to need or use. If you're an aspiring film making, I can see the 24P route. But for me, like you, I think the 80 does the trick!

November 5th, 2003, 10:43 PM	#11
Peter J Alessandria Major Player Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 293	Congrats on your new camera. I kind of hate to say this but... I wish my DVX 100 was all black!

November 5th, 2003, 11:50 PM	#12
Dennis Sladek Regular Crew Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 40	You'll enjoy it very much. I already had the DVX100 and I bought the DVC80 as a 2nd. camera when it came out.

November 6th, 2003, 12:06 AM	#13
Daniel Kautz New Boot Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Frisco, Texas Posts: 22	Ah yes, Scott... My number 9 is a big issue. I would love to play with 30P and even 24P but I have to see if I can make some money with 60i before I drop another $1K. I have other parts to purchase... I am also having a little fun before this forum becomes "sacred ground" for 24P and DVX100 only owners. I do believe there is the DVC80 mentioned in the title.... <g> Oh, and Peter... Home Depot has this great stuff that comes in a rattle can that can fullfill your wishes... Dan Kautz __________________ Good Enough Is'nt

November 6th, 2003, 04:09 PM	#14
Scott Plowman Regular Crew Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Kansas City, Kansas, USA Posts: 85	M TV.. Marx Television.. i dont mean Groucho friends... Anyways.. I love my DVC 80 : )

November 6th, 2003, 07:01 PM	#15
Daniel Kautz New Boot Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Frisco, Texas Posts: 22	Well, It's here! Getting one of the batteries (yes, I bought two) all charged as well as myself... It looks great (better than the pictures) and even lighter than expected. Good! Wondering what I'll be doing this weekend... Hmmm... Go and shoot someone or something I suppose :>) For now I'm going to go hide and read for awhile. I guess some of us DO read the manual. I'm sure it is the same as the electronic version I downloaded. Thanks again to all for all the replies. This is great fun! Best Regards, Dan Kautz __________________ Good Enough Is'nt