What camcorder to get ! Im confused....
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Im after buying a camcorder and are wanting to pay not much more than £350ish. I was going to buy a dvd sort of camcorder, But i then saw the HDD ones and changed my mind, but now think they might not be ideal as they only record upto 20-30 hours and i would have to keep putting it on to a tape/dvd or risk loosing the lot. My last 1 was only 2/12 year old with little use and it just decided to go all fuzzy on the screan when you were looking through it, It wont record for the same reason. It was going to cost £170 for the make of camera to look at it and the same camera can be bought for £10 more now brand new. Im just a little worried that if i buy the same make that it might happen again. I have loads of hi8 tapes left that i would be able to reuse. Does anyone think i will be better cutting my losses and getting a diffrent make. What is better a HDD or a DVD or mini DV ??? Or is the quality just the same as the tapes that i used to use ???
If anyone knows what might be the problem with my old one or if someone has had similar problems then i could get that one fixed as it is still like new otherwise..
If anyone knows what might be the problem with my old one or if someone has had similar problems then i could get that one fixed as it is still like new otherwise..
That old one wouldn't happen to be a JVC would it ?
There's a common fault with the sensor (I recall it being a Sony problem) and JVC were repairing them foc.
Important Notice to Camcorder Customers
A. JVC has received reports that in certain circumstances, a small quantity of units of the models listed below, may, while in the camera mode, show no picture, a distorted picture and/or display "LENS CAP" even though the lens cap is removed. We have identified the cause as a failure of the CCD image sensor. Until 1st October 2007, JVC will cover the cost of repairs of units exhibiting these symptoms.
If your product is within the twelve month manufacturer's warranty, please return it to your retailer who will arrange a repair under the terms and conditions of the warranty.
If your product is outside warranty, please write to:
JVC Consumer Support
JVC UK Ltd
14 Priestley Way
London
NW2 7BA
Please enclose a copy of your purchase receipt and warranty certificate. Please note that proof of purchase is required. Please do not send your camera directly to JVC. You should send only your purchase receipt and warranty certificate with a covering letter. JVC will contact you to advise how the repair will be carried out.
Please call 0870-330-5000 if you need any assistance in obtaining a free repair. We apologise for any inconvenience and are appreciative of your understanding and support.
Model Numbers Affected
VHS-C Camcorders
GR-FX15E, GR-FXM393E, GR-FXM39E, GR-FX16E, GR-FXM404E, GR-FXM40E, GR-SX19E, GR-SX25E, GR-SXM29E, GR-SXM49E, GR-SX26E, GR-SXM30E, GR-SXM50E
DVC Camcorders
GR-D20E, GR-D21E, GR-D22E, GR-D30E, GR-D31E, GR-D40E, GR-D50E, GR-D60E, GR-D70E, GR-DX25E, GR-DX35E, GR-DX45E, GR-DX55E, GR-DX75E, GR-DX95E, GR-PD1E, JY-HD10E, GR-D18E, GR-D225E, GR-D23E, GR-D24E, GR-D32E, GR-D33E, GR-D34E, GR-D43E, GR-D53E, GR-D54E, GR-D63E, GR-D73E, GR-DX27E, GR-DX28E, GR-DX36E, GR-DX37E, GR-DX47E, GR-DX48E, GR-DX57E, GR-DX67E, GR-DX77E, GR-DX78E, GR-DX97E
There's a common fault with the sensor (I recall it being a Sony problem) and JVC were repairing them foc.
JVC Website said:
Important Notice to Camcorder Customers
A. JVC has received reports that in certain circumstances, a small quantity of units of the models listed below, may, while in the camera mode, show no picture, a distorted picture and/or display "LENS CAP" even though the lens cap is removed. We have identified the cause as a failure of the CCD image sensor. Until 1st October 2007, JVC will cover the cost of repairs of units exhibiting these symptoms.
If your product is within the twelve month manufacturer's warranty, please return it to your retailer who will arrange a repair under the terms and conditions of the warranty.
If your product is outside warranty, please write to:
JVC Consumer Support
JVC UK Ltd
14 Priestley Way
London
NW2 7BA
Please enclose a copy of your purchase receipt and warranty certificate. Please note that proof of purchase is required. Please do not send your camera directly to JVC. You should send only your purchase receipt and warranty certificate with a covering letter. JVC will contact you to advise how the repair will be carried out.
Please call 0870-330-5000 if you need any assistance in obtaining a free repair. We apologise for any inconvenience and are appreciative of your understanding and support.
Model Numbers Affected
VHS-C Camcorders
GR-FX15E, GR-FXM393E, GR-FXM39E, GR-FX16E, GR-FXM404E, GR-FXM40E, GR-SX19E, GR-SX25E, GR-SXM29E, GR-SXM49E, GR-SX26E, GR-SXM30E, GR-SXM50E
DVC Camcorders
GR-D20E, GR-D21E, GR-D22E, GR-D30E, GR-D31E, GR-D40E, GR-D50E, GR-D60E, GR-D70E, GR-DX25E, GR-DX35E, GR-DX45E, GR-DX55E, GR-DX75E, GR-DX95E, GR-PD1E, JY-HD10E, GR-D18E, GR-D225E, GR-D23E, GR-D24E, GR-D32E, GR-D33E, GR-D34E, GR-D43E, GR-D53E, GR-D54E, GR-D63E, GR-D73E, GR-DX27E, GR-DX28E, GR-DX36E, GR-DX37E, GR-DX47E, GR-DX48E, GR-DX57E, GR-DX67E, GR-DX77E, GR-DX78E, GR-DX97E
You were right on the second name. It sounds like my problem.Is there any places to take them (apart from the bin). Sony were going to charge me £170 to find the problem, Then it would cost more to fix it. The same camera now in argos form around £180ish. If i can fix it for a small cost i will get it done otherwise i will buy a new camera.
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