Topic: what camera buy to tape gigs? DV, DVD or mpg?

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thanks for the tips, i will only buy a cam with jack for external micro!

what about this model is this good enought?

http://www.pixmania.com/pt/pt/526054/art/sony/camara-de-video-minidv-dc.html

I like the 40x optical zoom on this model (don't ever use digital zoom, it ruins your footage), but one concern is the lack of an external mic. jack. Camcorder preamps are usually shitty, and will brickwall easily at a loud concert. I would suggest running separate audio to sync in post. If you don't want to go through the extra hassle of running separate audio, you might want to look into a minidv cam with a jack for an external mic, and the ability to disable AGC (auto gain control).

Wish I could recommend a model for you, but I haven't looked into what's available since purchasing my Canon Optura 50 a few years ago. I always run alternate sound to sync in later. Sony Vegas makes this a piece of cake once you get past the initial learning curve.

I remember hearing good things about some of the Panasonic cams, and the ability to disable AGC. Might be worth looking into, even if it means buying used.

Good luck to you!