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Anybody with a canon HV20, i have a quick question
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im almost ready to buy this cam, but i want to know, how bad is the viewfinder? ive been reading reviews and such, but i just don't know how bad it will be (mainly used for skiing). is the LCD easy to use in the light as well (aka, can i use that to set up (obviously if color and stuff like that were important, i would try and use the viewfinder, but other times when i need a quick shot i may not use it) a shot, rather than try and use the shitty viewfinder?)
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I've used the HV20 for many different applications. The viewfinder is fine, but it doesn't extend out like on some larger camcorders, but the lcd screen is really nice. Of course if your filming skiing/boarding, I would highly recommend a good multicoated UV filter. (They're REALLY cheap). I highly recommend this camcorder for skiing. It's small but has all the manual features you'll need, and in HD, the picture quality can easily trump a DVX100, or a GL2, which cost 3 times as much. The only difficulties I've had are with the tiny focus ring on the side, but this will only be a problem if you want to rack focus or something more advanced like that.
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well thank you very much! i am probably ordering this tonight, and i will look around for that filter too. This cam is SO SICK!!!! i cant wait!
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i have a hv20 now and its a really nice cam. the viewfinder being fixed is a little annoying but its not that big of a deal. the lcd is bright enough and works really well in bright conditions so thats not really a problem. def go for a uv filter tho. ive been rocking one since i got it and it helps so much keeping everything off the lens and is real easy to clean. i would def recommend the cam tho its real good quality.
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well i cant find much info on UV lenses. they seem a little pointless, and the only use is to protect the lens (unless i spend upwards of 100 dollars on one!). I still want one jsut for the protection, but do you have any suggestons? which are you using now, and how do you like it? how much does it really help on bright sunny days at the mountain?
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You want a 43mm polarizing filter. You see in some ski/board movies the intense blue sky. A polarizing filter gives that effect, and it reduces glare. In general it's a good idea for shooting outdoors.
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