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Rugged Mini-DV Camcorder for the Road?

Posted by Cliff on from the movies-on-the-move dept.

step asks: "As part of my job, I (and my colleagues) spend weeks at a time on the road, doing science shows for high school students. To review our work, we carry DV camcorders to tape and watch our performances. Unfortunately, all the previous models we've tried haven't lasted more than 12 months on the road (and not from lack of care). When returned for repair we were told that they weren't faulty, just not up to the task. We don't need a full feature camera, just solid reliable recording and playback. In fact, simple is probably better to accommodate the most users. What experience has Slashdot had with camcorders? What's a good model that can handle lots of travel?"

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  1. this is a rugged one.... by bobsalt · · Score: 5, Funny

    http://www.ev1.pair.com/colorTV/myTK41_1.html

  2. Panasonic by ianmalcm · · Score: 5, Interesting
    I highly recommend the Panasonic PV-GS150. We used it to stream LiningUpTV for 6 weeks on the steet of Hollywood Blvd, 24 hours a day. That camera is a workhorse - it survived torrential rainstorms, bleeding hot sun, drunk transients throwing it on the ground, and other insane hazards. The GS150 ran for 1000 hours straight, and is still working great.

    It can be had on Ebay for $600 package deals.