AndrewMSV
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Mar 4, 2006, 3:13 AM
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Well, this is a really GOOD predicament you find yourself in.
Everyone always wants a new camera but can rarely justify getting one. You, at least, have a legit reason to start shopping.
I have an FX1 that I only started using but have yet to try in a wedding event. I like it OK but it's hard for me to get used to the controls (lack of intuitive manual controls like the XL1S) and there's no good way to hold it. It's lighter than the XL1 at only 4.5lbs compared to the XL1's 6.5lbs, but it feels heavier because it has to be held in front of your body all day long as opposed to on your shoulders like the XL1/XL1S.
I, for one, would consider the XL2 as a replacement for my XL1S if I were in your shoes. I've tried one out and it's very sweet. There is no backfocus problem like there is on my XL1S. It also has all the different frame rates, 24p, 30i, 60i etc. It shoots true 16:9, has the 20x zoom, and looks super cool.
But then, I already have an HDV cam so I'm not considering that as a variable. If you're thinking HDV then you have a whole slew of other cams to consider.
My vote: XL2.
Andrew
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