X-don
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Feb 20, 2001, 5:39 PM
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Re: XL1 vs XM1
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: now i'm planning a purchase of a dv-cam, and the options have been narrowed down. now i i've read endless comparisons XL1 vs VX2000, but how about XL1 vs XM1?
This is compared to the NTSC GL1, similar to the PAL XM1. XL1 is a more prefessional product. Much better control over the shooting situation, especially audio. You have manual level controls, 4-channel recording, UV metering, better standard mic, to name a few items. Has several lens options, including manual lens options that give fine control, focus pulling, etc. A true B&W crt viewfinder option. It uses 1/3" CCD for somewhat better control of depth of field and a somewhat cleaner image. It is a larger package. The XL1 supports shutter speeds of 1/30, 1/15 adn 1/8 ot found on the GL1.
The GL1 is smaller, lighter weight, a longer zoom ratio on the basic lens, and lower cost lens adapters and filters (58mm filter thread vs. 72mm on the XL1). It has an LCD panel and some additional image adjustment from the menu system. It has a 1/4" CCD.
The images are closely matched and intercut well, although the standard XL1 image maybe a bit softer - good for human faces. I prefer to shoot with the XL1.
No doubt others will offer their comments, and someone may have some PAL-specific comments..
Rumors are that both models are due for an update later this year.
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