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Manufacturer:
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Sony
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Model:
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HDW-F900R
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Short Description:
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HDCAM 1080p camcorder
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Why was it needed and what did it replace:
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We’ve bought it for a HD project; it has replaced a DVW-790
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Author:
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Mark Koelle
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Date:
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12/12/2007
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What other systems did you consider? :
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Red One, Silicon Imaging SI-2K
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Why did you choose it?:
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Red One wasn't available for sale at the time we needed it.
As for the Silicon Imaging camera we haven't got any salesman to contact us even after 3 e-mails sent, very poor customer support
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Did you buy new or used - if new did you consider used / visa versa? :
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B-stock with under 50 operation hours, we did consider to buy an used but couldn't find any good deal.
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Who did you buy it from (direct from manufacturer or through a dealer)?:
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From a dealer on eBay
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What price did you pay?:
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Rather not to say that
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Were you happy with the sales service?:
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Very very
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What major projects have you used it (or plan to use it) for?:
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Some TV series and commercials
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Does it perform as expected?:
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Very much
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Pro's:
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superb image quality, variable frame makes makes it a fine replacement for any 35mm camera
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Con's:
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Lack of PL mount, we had to buy a P+S Technik Pro35 to use our set of Superspeeds.
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What would your brief summary be on this product?:
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About you – please tell us about you, your background, your company and any credits you or your company may have :
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Video & Cine Production company located in Miami, Florida
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