If you bought a miniDV camcorder that has AV-in enabled (most don't ) then a cheap Hi8 cam could connect to this and then onto a PC via firewire - this could possibly be a cheaper option than a D8 cam with analogue replay capabilities.
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But even then you wont get full quality as USB simply isn't fast enough for uncompressed miniDV transfer. .CALL ov CAMCORDERS Panasgnic The newest member of the video ' Mini DV Tape Steadicam team. USB & Firewire are 2 totally different protocoles and require hardware conversion to work together. Also be careful as only a selection of the D8 cams can play the analogue formats (video8 & Hi8).Īll miniDV camcorders will have a firewire output as this is (as already stated) the only way to transfer full quality video from a miniDV tape to the PC.įirewire to USB cables do exist but don't buy one as they are not capable of working and anybody selling them is selling a scam. There are some Digital8 camcorders that will play these tapes and have firewire, but Sony stopped making them a while ago so second hand is the only option. These DV camcorders are outfitted with many different features, ranging from 360-degree capturing functionality, night vision, and the ability to use the system underwater. DVD and Media supply mini dv tape and cassette media for use with camcorders. MiniDV camcorders allow you to record any event, vacation, or party that you take part in as well as providing you with the means of honing your video recording skills. This is very different than a camera using Mini DVD. Hi8 is an analogue format so no Hi8 camcorder will have a digital output such as USB or firewire. Mini DV camcorders refer to the specific size of tape cassettes that these cameras use. The cheapest options are to get a second hand camcorder for each format. Hi8 & miniDV tapes are physically different sizes so you can't get 1 player that can play both tapes. PicClick Insights - Sony Mini DV Video Head Cleaner Cleaning Cassette Tape Camcorder PicClick Exclusive.