I’ve been using this camcorder as a amateur video consultant for a non profit who bought top rated video equipment for their broadcast TV productions. After about six months of my use of it I was so impressed with its ease of use and features I ended-up getting one for myself.

Its video performance is magnificent. Low light is especially impressive as I recorded in ambient low light conditions which would have required supplemental lighting.

It can record to either tape or Memory Stick. I haven’t tested Memory Stick recording yet but a knowledgeable friend told me to expect about 1GB to 4GB per hour depending on video quality setting.

It serves as a great video tape deck too. Connecting it via Firewire to your Windows PC you can control all the usual tape deck functions of rewind, fast forward, pause, stop, record, play (with video capture) all from your video software.

And as far as video software goes you can’t go wrong with Adobe Premiere. Yes, it is costly but, like this camcorder, it is loaded with features that you will grow into with time and experience.

I know there is a lot for me to learn regarding video production but I think I have a top quality camcorder that I will grow into. I make this a solid recomendation to anyone who can afford taking this to that extra level.

I consider it an investment in myself because as I gain more video experience I already have bought my next level (or two) camcorder with this Sony DSR PD170.

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