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<br />The JVC has a higher quality CCD pickup. The XLR inpu ts and DV interface are similar <br />to the other packages. <br /> <br />Camcorder Option #3 <br />Canon XL-1S <br />Mini-DV Format <br />1/3” 3 CCD <br />Microphone <br />IEEE 1394 (DV) interface for capture <br /> <br />Package: <br />16x Zoom Lens <br />BP-930 Battery Pack <br />CA-910 Compact Power Adapter <br />DC-900 DC Coupler <br />MA-100 Microphone Adapter <br /> <br />Additional equipment not in package: <br />MA-100 Microphone Adapter <br /> <br />The Canon is a lightweight design that has a different feel and look to a <br />standard professional camcorder. Its features are slightly less <br />professional than the other camcorders. The most important feature <br />missing is the XLR microphone adaptor. <br /> <br />4. Quotes and Preferences <br /> <br />The best camera choice based on price and features is the Sony DSR250 package. This is <br />based on experience with their quality cameras, and the items included in the package, <br />except for the power supply. The following quotes are separated into local vendors and <br />Internet vendors. The Internet vendors have been researched to determine their reliability. <br />This includes checking the “Star” ratings systems, as well as reviewing past customer <br />feedback. I have included the results of the research along with the quotes from the Internet <br />vendors. <br /> <br />Sony DSR250ENGN1 Package (List price $6,600) <br /> <br />(Local Vendors) <br />EPA $5,247.00 <br />ALPHA $5,269.00 <br />AVI $5,824.00 <br /> <br />(Internet Vendors) <br />B&H $4,979.95 (+ $75.05 Shipping) = $5055.00 Total