Will a camcorder hook up to a Samsung HP5073 plasma to view a

Will a camcorder hook up to a Samsung HP5073 plasma to view a

Staff

Using the A/V (Audio Video) output cables from the camcorder you should be able to plug into any television with A/V inputs. Some camcorders have a HDMI output jack to run to TV's that have HDMI input jacks. You should be able to view both video and stills in this manner. Hope this helps.

17 years, 8 months ago

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KellyH

from

Alamogordo, NM

What is the difference between a MiniDV and a DVD camcorder?

Staff

The Camcorder itself is basically the same. The difference is the recording format. The MiniDv is a small cassette that only records 60(Sp) or 90(Lp) minuets of video. A DvD Camcorder is basically the same but records to a DvD giving you MUCH longer record time and once finalized most will play back on regular DvD players. You can edit your footage from a MiniDv with software and a cable ( some use iLink, Firewire or USB 2.0) Dvd Camcorders are a little trickier to edit with. MiniDV tapes can be erased and used over again. DvD’s once finalized cannot be erased.

17 years, 8 months ago

Posted by:

KellyH

from

Alamogordo, NM

How can I get my Camera repaired?

I have a FujiFilm FinePix S5000 it was working fine and now suddenly it won't work--we have tried new batteries and it will only turn on but nothing shows up on the screen or through the eyepiece...it will take pictures but there is only black (even if directly at the light) What can I do?

Staff

The FujiFilm FinePix S5000 is an older model. If you have had the Camera for a long time and taken a lot of photos with it, it could be that the shutter has worn out. There is nothing you can personally do other than take to a repair center. New models of cameras have a much better shutter life expectancy, in some cases up to 25000 releases or more.
Since you do not see anything on the LCD or through the eyepiece (which is still just a small monitor) that would indicate the sensor is not being exposed (again the shutter may not be opening up when the camera is switched on). If you have a Performance Service Plan then take the camera to your nearest store to be looked at or you can contact Fuji Film about where to send it.

17 years, 8 months ago

Posted by:

KellyH

from

Alamogordo, NM

Is there a site a can go to to key in what I am looking for?

I am trying to find a digital camera that uses 2 AA batteries, has a view finder and in camera cropping/copying. I had in camera that had in camerera cropping with my last Nikon that died and loved that feature but can't seem to find it with any other camera.

Staff

Here is what I could find.
Canon - PowerShot
Model: A650 IS
Viewfinder
4 AA Batteries
Canon - PowerShot
Model: SD850 IS
Viewfinder
The PowerShot SD850 IS' Direct Print options include ID Photo Print that automatically generates passport style prints on 4x6 paper with Canon CP type printers as well as ID prints of various sizes (selectable on the camera-menu) and even in-camera image cropping using the camera's monitor.
Rechargeable Batteries
Nikon - Coolpix 8.1MP Digital Camera
Model: S51
NO Viewfinder
In Camera Cropping
Rechargeable Batteries
Hope this helps.

17 years, 8 months ago

Posted by:

KellyH

from

Alamogordo, NM

why the LCD says card locked ?

How can I unlock the memory card and take pictures?

Staff

Depending on which Camera Manufacture and which brand and type of memory this may vary. If it is the memory that is “Physically Locked” there sometimes is a small switch along the side or on the back, you have to look closely for it, it is VERY tiny. It may be in the “Locked” position. If it is NOT a “physical lock” then it may be locked in the “Menu Area” on your camera. Check there and switch it to “Write” or “Un-Protect” or any variation it may have. If it requests as Password and you do not know it “Formatting” the card should get ride of the password. Good Luck.

17 years, 8 months ago

Posted by:

KellyH

from

Alamogordo, NM

two

What product do you change from video Hi8 when they discountintues the camcoder for this item?

Staff

Digital 8 will also play back HI8 and regular 8MM Tapes. Since it is a Digital device it will also let you connect to a computer and let you upload your analog video as if it were digital. This makes it easer to preserve your older footage and improves the quality slightly.

17 years, 8 months ago

Posted by:

KellyH

from

Alamogordo, NM

Is there a site a can go to to key in what I am looking for?

Staff

Finding a 1 camera with these 3 features may be tricky. I am researching into this and will see what I can find. The "in camera cropping" was in the Nikon Coolpix line. View finders are not a standard feature, but 2AA batteries are fairly common. Don't give up hope.

17 years, 8 months ago

Posted by:

KellyH

from

Alamogordo, NM

I need a camera with fast recapture from one frame to the next any recommendations.

I have a Casio Exilim EX Z4U that has what I call a slow recapture time from one frame to the next (like 9 seconds). I want a camera with quick recapture any suggestions on a fast camera? I read the question/answer about burst feature (would be good to have but bad if you needed flash but even after the burst feature has performed I would want the camera to be ready in say 1 second?) would my camera have the burst feature it is probably 5 years old?

Staff

The Casio Exilim EX Z4U does not appear to have a burst mode. The older the camera the longer the recycle time for both writing to the card and re-charge of the flash. Changing to a Digital –SLR would be best for you if your needing that quick of a turn around time. Also getting a “Speedlight” would be better than using the internal flash of the camera. Some speedlights, such as the Canon 430EX, have a Recycling Time: Approx. 0.1 to 3.7 seconds (AA-size Alkaline Batteries)/0.1 to 2 seconds (AA-size Ni-MH batteries). To go any faster than this you will have to change to a “Strobe” lighting system. This would allow you to take consecutive flash shots with out any recycle time because the Strobe Box contains several capacitors that constantly re-charge to trigger the flash. Stop by your local BestBuy and try a Digital-SLR the speed will amaze you.

17 years, 8 months ago

Posted by:

KellyH

from

Alamogordo, NM

I am looking for a camcorder for our church programs

I am buying a camera for our church to record our church programs to then be downloaded to a streaming website. I need a great picture, a USB for fast download. hard drive, SD card slot and a microphone input. I have gone back and forth with JVC and Sony, with the JVC 555 being the closest, but rather expensive. Can you guys suggest anything? Since I am spending church money, I really want to make the right purchase. Will also be used outside the church for youth programs.

Staff

I have done a lot of work with recording church programs, both for re-broadcast and web viewing. The JVC would be a good choice however I feel the Sony DCR-SR82 would be better in the long run. Sony’s are industry work-horses. They just last a long time. The SR42 has a 25x “Optical” zoom (very important), 60gig drive (bigger IS better) and Carl Zeiss lens (some of the BEST optics you can get). Both streaming and editing should be a breeze. The SR82 also has a Microphone Input (via Active Interface Shoe) which is getting harder to find on consumer grade camcorders. Hope this helps.

17 years, 8 months ago

Posted by:

KellyH

from

Alamogordo, NM