Hi--

> I'm trying to start a small TV production company and I'm in need of input

> about a camera to buy. Is the GL2 sufficient for network quality video or

> di I need an XL1?

The GL2 is overall a better camera than the XL1, unless

you absolutely need the interchangeable-lens feature,

but if so, there are better options among shoulder-mount

cameras. Among "Handycam"-style Mini-DV/DVCam

camcorders, look at the Canon GL2, Sony VX2000/PD150,

JVC GY-DV300, and Panasonic DVX100; among

shoulder-mount types, look at various JVC, Sony, and

Panasonic models. Better, but far more expensive:

D50 models, HD models, top-end BetaSP models.

The Sony PD150 and JVC DV-GY500 are popular

small production house camcorder choices when the

budget is tight...

David Ruether

d_ruether@hotmail.com

http://www.David-Ruether-Photography.com

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