Re: DVX100 or post-production 24p Nattress filter?

iMan,

I don't have a problem with the build quality of the DVX100. I kind of though the same thing when I got mine, but I haven't had any problems with it yet, (over a year).

What I do like about the DVX100 is the way that it handles the audio inputs and levels. You can't beat a dial for setting the level. I can never figure out the menu on the Sony cameras for setting audio levels. Plus the small screen on the Sonys is almost useless. I love the large screen on the DVX100.

And don't think that I haven't shot enough with the Sonys either. I have logged hundreds of hours on them, in fact more than on my DVX100.

Here is my final point. Yes you can do a lot of things in post to achieve a "look", but I prefer to get as close as possible in camera. That requires more skill as a camera person and I am proud of the skill level that I have achieved in shooting.

Maybe you can look at it this way. Both cameras give you a good look. If you are more of a post person, choose the Sony. If you are more camera person, get the Panny. Either way you can't loose. It's a good problem to have.

Dan Weber