I need a firewire to USB converter to import some old and precious MiniDV video to a MacBook Air using the camcorder. Does such a thing really exist?
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posted by gazole
on Jul 28, 2012 -
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A/V Filter: What's the best long-term way to archive and view miniDV tapes recorded on a Sony video camera?
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posted by Bobby Bittman
on Aug 13, 2011 -
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Why exactly do videos shot on consumer grade MiniDV camcorders generally look like bad home movies as compared to that of high-end professional MiniDV cameras? What are the relevant differences between them?
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posted by iamisaid
on May 3, 2009 -
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A friend recorded six hours of footage on MiniDV using a Canon XL 2, but the cameraman accidentally left a setting turned on that recorded the timecode, battery life, and other display information directly on top of the video footage. Is there any way to remove this? (posting for a friend)
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posted by Fuzzy Skinner
on Mar 6, 2009 -
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I am trying to play some Mini-DV tapes, which were sent to me from Lebanon and, I am told, shot in PAL. When I play them, all I can see is a blank screen. Why is this and what can I do?
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posted by sswiller
on Jul 31, 2008 -
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I have several old MiniDV tapes, but no camcorder. Is there any hardware I can buy that I can plug into my PC and let me download the video? Is there anything compatible with Linux?
posted by icheyne
on Feb 28, 2008 -
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FinalCutProFilter: What is the best method of converting footage captured on a HVX P2 and edited in Final Cut as an HD timeline onto a MiniDV for festival usage?
posted by idledebonair
on Sep 23, 2007 -
11 answers
Is a high-definition lens for an HDV camera the equivalent of a thousand-dollar audio cable? Is there any noticeable benefit for an amateur point-and-shooter?
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posted by nervestaple
on Jul 5, 2007 -
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I need to find some indestructible (or as near to it as possible) still and video cameras for use in a school environment.
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posted by davey_darling
on Jan 29, 2007 -
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I have a couple of hours of miniDV footage shot on a Canon XL2. The XL2 was borrowed and I no longer have access to it. I'm contemplating a transfer of the precious footage to my hard drive by way of an old JVC Micropocket camera (using FireWire). Will I lose quality?
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posted by amusem
on Aug 28, 2006 -
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I've decided to make a film on MiniDV. I'd like it to look and sound decent.
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posted by jimmy
on Aug 10, 2006 -
29 answers
Over the years I've lost some MiniDv cases here and there and I've never been able to find a place to buy replacements. Does anyone know where I can purchase extra MiniDv cases?
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posted by SteveFlamingo
on Jun 5, 2006 -
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I would like to find resources, either in print or online, for learning as much as I can about video color space, specifically where it applies to compositing/keying work.
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posted by shmegegge
on May 15, 2006 -
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MiniDV is ten years old. What can be said about this format after a decade?
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posted by amusem
on Apr 30, 2006 -
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Transferring MiniDV contents to VHS. Red/White/Yellow component cables hooked up to the OUT from the camera and into the IN of the VCR (SVHS deck). I push play on the camera and record on the VCR. Nothing is recorded but static, why?
posted by packphour
on Mar 15, 2006 -
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PAL v. NTSC Re:Mini DV. I need help choosing a new video camera, but have some concerns about my future.
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posted by medium format
on Jan 17, 2006 -
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My 5 year old jvc dvm90 minidv/still camera just gave up. It's my only digital still camera, so I want to get another, but don't have much money now. I was always disappointed by the low light filming any way. So, do I get an equivalent for ~$300 or go for a used "prosumer" like the canon xi, Panasonic 953, etc. for about$450 to $500 if possible(craigslist, ebay)?
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posted by 445supermag
on Jan 16, 2006 -
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Need recommendations on (preferably cheap/free) windows software to allow me to make DVDs from MiniDV that are playable in most set top DVD players. [MI]
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posted by Mitheral
on Sep 14, 2004 -
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