Sony HXR-MC2000 - English Review
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- Опубликовано: 5 сен 2024
- Link to B&H Video page goo.gl/usF8b
These videos were recorded entirely with this camera -
Sports:
• Grace vs. St. Francis ... and • Lancer Athletic Podcas...
Various Shots With Partial Low Light:
• Video and • Video
The camera records as AVCHD to an internal hardrive and also has the option for recording onto an SD card. The internal 60gb hardrive can fit about 6 hours of video with the camera set to the highest video quality.
I would also add that the battery life in incredible. I've never come close to running out of battery.
Another downside would be no XLR inputs. But that's somewhat to be expected at this price point. You can purchase an XLR attachment for around a couple hundred dollars.
Tripod: VCT-1170RM -- $250 eBay
Camera Light: Aputure AL-160 -- $30 eBay
StreetWires ZN5XF35 mic extension cable -- $20 eBay
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first quality review of this camera. been looking for one for some time now... thanks!
I use 3.5mm extender leads for the Mic and LANC sockets - that way the actual camera sockets will see very little wear and tear, This is because a 3.5mm jack system not as robust as an XLR connector.
Also the best fluid head & tripod for my money was a Fancier FC-270A at around $230/£150 delivered - The zoom issue was resolved by a $35 LANC
The addition of a 4" lens shade/matte box is essential in sharp low lying winter sun situations, as for low light I will post some footage
The camera has 1/8in mic input (also called "line in").
It works with XLR mics if you buy an adapter.
For time lapse just record in 'normal' and use your NLE suite to create the effect. In FCPX you just need to speed up the footage - works a treat.
Hi Michael, I unfortunately didn't have a lot of time to put this together. Showing me with the camera would have involved getting another camera to shoot it plus correct lighting and a decent backdrop for the video.
It was either audio only or don't do it at all. I thought this way was better than nothing.
1. Yes. It has a 60gb internal drive but you can also use an SD card if the internal drive fills up. I think you can also set the camera to recored directly to the SD card but I haven't tried that since I always just use the internal drive.
2. Yes. You can plug in a mic with an 1/8 in port. There are also XLR adapter you can purchase for $150 or so.
3. No digital zoom. Why would you need one? A digital zoom does the same thing that zooming in with any editing program will do.
Good question. The camera has no internal mic. Some kind of mic needs to be plugged into the 1/8 inch port on the front in order to get sound.
It does sometimes. You can see my videos at RUclipsDOTCOM/alookatlego that show a blurry background when I zoom in on something.
I'm actually not a huge fan of the DSLR type look where the background is blurred almost all the time.
I've never seen anything that actually states this but from what I gather shopping around and doing research on this camera the E version is the PAL version and the U is NTSC
The sounds is pretty good from the stock mic. But obviously it's not going to compare to a studio music recording mic.
If you're serious about music, you'll want to purchase an additional mic.
The LCD is a bit small for me, looking for at least 5in LCD monitor, but the budget is tight now so will think of that later.
I just looked up the ebay listing. The tripod will be pretty much useless with this large camera. The battery included appears to be a 3rd party one that is much smaller than the original.
The camera would no longer have a Sony warranty and you'd be stuck with just the seller's warranty.
The lenses/filters might be useful. But I always found filters too much of a hassle to use and I never saw a real need for them.
If I was looking to purchase this camera, I would no buy from that listing.
The xlr cable was $8-14 dollars on amazon. I got the $29 lanc remote. It has a clamp that you can attach to the panning handle of the tripod. I also bought a Neewer
160 LED light, dimmable for $36. I also bought on a whim a Letus mini i got used from ebay. Wanna try how the video looks with the DOF adaptor.
I believer Ryther was the place that sold the camera with a smaller battery and no Sony warranty. Give them a call and double check.
I don't know what to say either. I bought it on Ebay. The instructions where for a VCT-1170RM but there is no way this will work with the HXR-2000U. Even the support people at Sony BSSC told me it will not work. .....I have know idea.
Yes. You can set the fram rate all the way up to 1000fps.
yeah, look up XLR to 3.5mm on amazon electronics, you'll get the picture. Maybe you're talking about the beachtek xlr adaptor. It attaches under your camera, it has a built in tripod plate. Its expensive but you can control the sound that comes in the camera. The xlr cable I think will just allow you to plug into a sound mixer if example you're in a concert or church event. Pardonr my sentence construction.
B&H has it for $1699 and (like I said in the video) they are awesome to work with.
Hi!
For a church, I'd suggest you look at the considerably cheaper Canon M500. Though the camera is much smaller, the picture quality is actually better than the MC2000U.
Don't ever use the digital zoom on a video camera. It will result in much lower quality. If you want to make video larger, you can always zoom in on any video editor program.
I would have loved to show the camera but I didn't have time to do anything more than audio.
I thought getting this up was better than nothing and would hopefully help some people out when they're looking for a review.
Thanks for that john. I'm about to buy one this week. What is the lens thread size if in case I will use a letus converter? And can you change the recording mode? Like 24p/30p? Thanks again for the review. very helpful.
Makes sense! Is Ryther Camera, the online store a trusted place to purchase the camera? I want the MC2000E version.
Gotcha..well I'm sort of a fan of the effect...just checked out the Lego video...it was nice and very interesting....my next question...if you were doing film or video...which one would prefer to use? The Sony HXR-MC2000 or an DSLR camera?
John, after watching your video, I purchased the tripod model, VCT-1170RM. It is not compatible with the HXR-MC2000U. I called Sony BSSC and they agreed that the tripod will not work with this camera.
Thanks for the review. How's the audio performance without the meter/controls? Does the sound blow up or whisper all of a sudden? Does the camera adjust quickly to changing sound environments? Thanks.
So the piece will screw into the camera but doesn't fit onto the tripod?
Whatever the case, the problem is not with the tripod but rather the connecting piece. You need to get a different size. Did you buy it used?
yes, it does. you can shoot a 5 second smooth slow shot.
The tripod? Yes.
Sometimes I'm a fan of the super shallow depth of field like most DSLR footage has. But not always.
I'm not an expert by any means, but in my opinion a DSLR would be better for film work. Most short films you see on RUclips or other places are filmed with DSLRs. Film type work is actually what they're perfect for in my experience.
A lot of it just depends on your personal preference and what works for your individual situation.
Absolutely. You can use the camera with any standard tripod.
I will tell you that a cheap (under $100) tripod will not give you a smooth image. The camera is too big for those. I have the VCT-1170RM and it is very nice.
I'm going to call them next week. I thought your review (other then this problem) was very good!
There are enough comments about this being a good small camera in a big plastic cover - so often a slight from those that misunderstand its purpose, I have owned and still use one and I can clearly tell you that trying to do ENG work with a DSLR really isn't a patch on this model or the newer 2500 model. Why? simply because this camera has an ENG form factor but without the tedious weight of the larger diecast bodies, so it is also ok to lug around when doing a one man interview, certainly it is shed loads easier than holding a DSLR in somewhat unpro poses - DSLRS need tripods or cumbersome shoulder mounts that defeat their small form factor advantage. DSLRs also have 3.5mm ext mic jacks - but your shoe will be used and you would need a "tree" for lighting etc, and then you DO need a decent shock mount whereas this model has a dedicated shockmount. and TWO cold shoes! and there is also a headphone output - unlike DSLRs. Now I would definitely recommend getting another mic and I regularly use the HTDZ range - dirt cheap and well good for interviews using shotgun feature, another great bit of kit is a wireless mic but DO NOT be fooled into buying the very cheap ones, you should consider the Sony ECM AW4 because you will get TALKBACK feature and because you can run the receiver via a Beachtek mini for excellent quality audio control, So, basically it is brilliant for interviews and TV Eng work and very good as a studio camera, again another feature is the rigid mattebox, worth plenty of money when you consider how a DSLR needs tarting up to do the same job. I could bullet point just these few features but I am sure you will get the picture, and yes, I also own a DSLR - by Sony ;0
huntingtigers Thanks for the comment! This review video is from 2012 but I still use this camera all the time for ENG-type work.
Is it possible to put the camera on a tripod?
Sorry if it's a stupid question, I'm new with advanced video cameras.
I have the Canon HV20. It was extremely popular about 5 years ago as a high quality but cheap tape consumer camcorder.
I definitely think this MC2000U is an upgrade. But it's also about 6 times the size of the HV20.
How was the low light response when you were shooting the play? Im looking to use it for theatre productions but am concerned about exposure between the stage lights and the spotlights
Thanks
Thanks John, i bough it, my USA Version has 160x digital zoom and i check the zoom and saw that when you zooming until 20x i have not problem, you can see the review in ebay site too. Thanks so much any way for all your time. I get for $ 1,179 in Ryther Store.
God Bless you
How well did it do in basketball? I am a freelance journalist and video producer. I believe the form factor is important. The sell point on this one for me is the 200FPS slow motion mode.
Have you done a separate video showing a film test of the camera, if not I was wondering if you could
thanks!
I mean the small clunky sounds when moving the camera. I adjusted the audio rec from normal to low, and it lessened the clunky/plastic/empty sound. The body was a bit slippery to grip. Maybe bec it's still new. Great video quality btw, even in low light. Have you tried an XLR to 1/8 cable? I ordered a non-sony lanc remote control but haven't tried it yet.
It has a 12x non-digital zoom.
Hi jwj. Have you tried a lanc controller for the HMC2000?
I didn't have time to set up an a camera. I also don't have a good studio setup for a background.
If you're wanting to make short films, I would suggest buying a DSLR camera.
This camcorder I reviewed will work but it's not going to be nearly as good as a DSLR for filmmaking. Do a Google search for "best DSLR" and find a list somebody has put together recently. They are as cheap as $300 and less if you buy one used.
Hi john. I was trying to download my first video clips from the camera but the video files have .CPI name with it, and is not recognized by Win 7. What could be the problem? thanks
I actually have wondered the same thing. :)
The only difference I can find is that the MC2000E is sold mostly in Europe while the U version is what we have here in the U.S.
If anybody else knows of a difference feel free to leave a comment.
How is it not compatible? The handle control doesn't work? The camera/tripod connector is the wrong size?
I don't know what to say. It works with my camera perfectly.
Hey!
Does the camera take any memory-card or is it dv?
Other than that, is it possible to plug in a mic?
Is there any digital zoom?
I would guess you can zoom in at the one side of the camera?
Hello John...What about the Dept of Field on the camera...when a subject is focused does the background have a blur effect?
i need one of this for church, but our church is big John, i need more then 12x zoom, my question John is: maybe you zooming after 12x zoom maybe until 20x, do you lose quality video after 19 or 20x zoom?.
i like this camcorder but i need at least 17 or more zoom, because my Christian Church is big, or maybe i can cover 17 zoom clear without lose video quality, because this camcorder has 160 Digital Zoom, maybe can work for me. Thanks for your replay, or if somebody know about this.
Thanks.
awesome! thanks you saved me from buying the hxr mc50u =D
I'm looking at this camera, because i do concert videography and i want to give my viewers the best possible videos, can this camera be tapped into a soundboard, so i can get the audio directly from the band's performance?
Hi john. I got my copy today of the mc2000. The plastic body produces noise due to the rubbing and moving, and gets picked up in the audio. Do you find yours that way? How do you solve that? Thank you.
can help me out john....? can i hav audio sounds without hooking up the external mic? does it has built-im mic on its body? im very curious... t.q
That sounds right. Thanks for the info.
There is not way the camera will attach to the head of the tripod.
Also, none of those extras appear to have a brand name which worries me.
the HDMI port? can you use it to go to a porteble moneter and recorn on that monitor???
Good review, thanks. I guess you cant be lazy audio wise because you always have to have your headphones on.
Wow! The funny thing is that's the only place I see the E version of the camera; any recommendations?
nice I saw this camera on a wedding it look nice
but looks very big I use a canon HV20 I still like it
and the HV30 thnaks
nice camera I have the sony HVR HD1000N
it looks the same but my its HDV
It flips up so it can be pointed in any direction.
Thanks for your Replay John,.
you think if i zooming 15x in this camcorder, mc2000u i can get normal video quality?
You know i like the shape and body of this mc2000u, look is Professional, i like that.
i have else panasonic hdc sd90, you can see a video in you tube,( Panasonic hdc sd90 in Germany), video is amazing, but camera is to small and look is not like mc2000u, nice camcorder. So please let me know if i can zooming at least until 15x i can still get good quality.
Thanks so much. Bless.
hi John I'm a Performance student whit hope of entering the world of film soon, Me and a group of friends want to start kicking off but making short films in RUclips, still we cannot decide which camera is suitable....we have searched all over and this camera is the best recomendation we had. my question is, do you this it's worth buying? cause me and my friends cannot decide. help us :P
does this have smooth slow recording? im saving for one and almost there. I was going to buy a used one on b and h but there is no warranty and shipping isnt free. thanks
Then the guy you bought it from must have been using it with a different camera. You need to find the correct size connector. I would call B&H and figure out what that size is called. Or you might be able to find it in the specs of the tripod listing.
It's not that the tripod doesn't work. You were just sold the wrong connector.
Hello John. What's the difference between Sony HXR-MC2000U and Sony HXR-MC2000E? Thanks!
what are the differences between 2000u and the 2000n.?
thanks in advance.
what kind of Canon were you using? I'm buying this sony tomorrow from a friend but I have been using a Canon XL1S and I'm hoping the Sony is a upgrade.
Hey dude cheeked your videos with this camera are eat, nice job, and got to say you are great help many thanks, just one question, i saw in your Lancer Athletic Podcast - Ep. 5 video in which you have used an extension cable for the microphone, can you tell me which cable you have used and what type of set up it is? if you can could can you place a link for the cable, thanks.
Hi, Mohammed, the cable is the StreetWires ZN5XF35. It works REALLY well to use the shotgun mic that comes mounted on the camera with the extension cable. You're essentially getting a nice handheld mic for only the price of the extension cable.
Look at the interview videos on the BeyondtheBrickTV RUclips channel. They're shot by me with the MC200U and all use the mic that comes with the camera along with this extension cable.
Thanks for the reply John, im planning on geting the sony Hxr -2500 a newer version of this camera, do you still actually use this camera? And also once again thanks for the reply. Regards from United Kingdom.
Mohammed Hussain Seedat I still use it all the time. It's a few years old now but it works for me.
John Hanlon thanks for the help.
the video. thanks!
HD. I got now, I just opened the wrong folder. Thanks again.
The review could have been better or the camera could have been better? Thanks for the comment.
If you get this camera on B&H what does it come with in the box
Good day ! upon your experience, what should be the best manual option to record in outside daylight ? Thanks
why didnt you show the real camera
I guess so, or a portable sound mixer. Haven't looked at those yet. Maybe there are cheap diy ones. Try ebay.
How exactly does it "not work" with the camera?
thank you very much
very helpful information
I am looking to film some short films / skits. Is this the right choice for that ?
This camera could work for that, but so could many cameras. I would look at a smaller, cheaper camera that would give you better low light performance. Give B&H a call and see what they suggest.
How's the audio quality for music video recording???
i have a question this camera can be mounted in a tripod ? i read is shoulder mounted
Yes. I have a link for a good tripod in the description of the video.
okay! Thank you !
Does anyone know if this camera is compatible with Avid Media Composer 5?
Can it run 60fps?? (it would be nice with 1080p 60fps)
else John canon m500 only has 10x zoom and is not wide angle lens like your Sony mc2000u, Sony mc2000u has 29.8 mm wide angle lens and canon m500 has 35mm wide angle lens, poor angle view for our church, that is the reason i like the Sony mc2000u, has wide angle lens.
Thanks, God Bless You.
thanks John my name is Kenan i live is Baku
Thanks!
thanks
can you turn the lcd upside down?
is this camera good for only PAL videos? or can we use it in NTSC?
Hi, Scott, it is NTSC by default. I don't know how the PAL versions work.
John Hanlon sweet, thanks for a fast response john :)
is it HDV? or HD
at 1080p?
Hello! Very nice review, man! I just got myself same camera from B&H also. Can you do a favor for me, please? Can you write in comments your light make and model number, please? Thanks, man! I'll be waiting. Stan
Does this camera support for Mac Computers?
Yes, you can transfer video files with an included USB cable.
I have not done a lot of basketball shooting (with this camera or otherwise). But this video is one I did that is completely basketball. youtu. be/HDAaAR7EjHw (take the space out after youtu. and copy and paste into the URL browser box).
Hope that helps!
I link to several videos that were recorded with this camera in the description.
sorry for the horrible grammar, i'm on my phone.
This was ok,
could have been better!
very poor in low light