Re: Cineframe 30/Cineframe 25 resolution loss vs. 60i

[James L. Arthurs] "The Z1/FX1 will make the superior wide-screen presentation compared to any camera on the streets (in this price range) even with one field tied behind their back."

What a delightful way to phrase it. Yes, even if CF25 offers fundamentally the same vertical resolution as a PAL 25P camera, it will still offer twice the horizontal resolution. And the Z1 does look to overcome most of the "prosumer" restrictions the FX1 had. And, yes, I do agree that any JVC or Panasonic offering will likely be several months after their official announcement, whenever that official announcement may take place.

[James L. Arthurs] "and when the superior offering from either JVC or Panasonic hits the streets I'll gladly sell the Z1 and trade up/into the new product"

I believe that is exactly the right way to view an investment in a camcorder such as this -- as a tool to do the job that you need done, and if another tool comes along that does the job better, or somehow allows you to do your job more efficiently, etc., you retain the right to sell it and upgrade, as opposed to how people seem to get so emotionally attached to their cameras and their particular brands...

"Until then, I expect at least six months of time with the Z1 at the top of the food chain"

I like your attitude. Use the camera, make some money with it, stay current and upgrade until you get what you want... and if nothing else comes out, you'll still have the top dog. Six months is a lot of time to make a lot of money with a camera such as this. Best of luck!

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