There isn't usually much discussion of the PDX-10 here, but I wouldn't draw any big conclusions from that. I have one and am really happy with it. But I think you need to consider a few things when choosing this camera; there are some tradeoffs. As others have said, it shoots really nice 16:9 and the XLR inputs produce great audio. Nice BW viewfinder, large, bright high resolution LCD screen. Small size and weight (2 lbs) make it well suited for handheld stabilizers like the Glidecam 2000. 37mm filter size means that adaptor lenses and filters are very inexpensive.
But not as good in low light as the PD-150 or VX-2000, but DXP chips help minimize noise at high gain. A bit more awkward control placement, must open screen to reach some buttons. No zoom ring. Uses smaller batteries that don't give nearly the run time of an NPF960. Smaller CCD's. If you want to shoot primarily in 4:3 you might be happier with one of these other cameras. But if you really need good 16:9 you won't be disappointed with the PDX-10.
Boyd Ostroff
Director of Design and Technology
Opera Company of Philadelphia
http://tech.operaphilly.com
