I now have three of these. If what you want is near broadcast quality, amazing video with a camera that has some good pro features, this is the one to get if you are on a budget, but you need to be aware of some limitations. Technology has moved a long ways forward. This camera was among the very best in it's day...great lense and technology. But, it does film to mini DV. However, I use the firewire output and record to a digital device, so it doesn't effect me. Make sure if you buy one that the DV port is not damaged....they are easily damaged and I got one on ebay that was and had to send it back. Also, it records 4:3 ratio and is not HD. Again, for my work that isn't an issue, but those could be very serious one's for a lot of people and likely why these are so darn cheap now. Until I am forced to HD and/or 16:9, this camera (along with the other 2 plus a Canon XL1S) are all I need for a very professional multi camera shoot.Read full review
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The camera is great and all of the buttons work, however every time I put in a cassette it immediately ruins it and strings out the tape. I have ruined 2 cassettes this way. Thankfully I know a work around that will allow me to film without cassettes, otherwise I would send the camera back and get my money back. Really disappointing but it could be worse.
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Been aching to get a camera other than my iPhone’s basic image. I love the camera and my only complaint is that it dosent use SD for video but that’s expected for a camera from 2003. Shipped perfect no damage and came exactly how it was marketed. Thank you
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 Very pleased with the product. I have been wanting one for quite some time and found it at just the right price. 
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Classic Mini DV can for that “retro” SD look without filters.
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When you put your cassette tape into the tape box it eats the film
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works perfectly, and is in very good condition
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