On 28 Aug 2000 04:01:44 GMT, frantzunlimited@aol.com (FrantzUnlimited) wrote:

>I have been using my TRV-900 heavily for two years and want to replace it as my
>primary tool. The two greatest drawbacks to the 900 are the audio controls and
>the focus, especially at slow shutter speeds in extreme low light situations.
>I understand the lens, light sensitivity, and balanced audio are a plus for the
>150.
>Does the new model offer any better audio controls? With the 900 I have to go
>through about four levels of menu to make a change. Organists and bands give me
>hell. Could someone describe the audio controls on the 150 for me? Or has
>anyone tried to use the auto levels with satisfactory results. I am trying to
>decide if I should opt for a more conventional outfit like the JVC DV-500
>instead of the 150. Thanks for any enlightenment you may offer.

You will be pleased with the audio controls on either the
VX-2000 or PD-150 - they are easy to access from the rear,
and the PD-150 allows individual-channel metering and
control (useful if each of the stereo channels has a
different type of mic on it). The AF in the 2000/150
is very noticeably better than the 900 in low light,
and the finders are easier to use for focus and framing.
The low-light sensitivity of the 2000/150 is also better
than the very-good 900, and you may not need to use
slow shutter speeds (though 1/30th still looks good, and
gives you one more stop...). Check out the reviews on
my web page for more - and frame-grabs in various light
types/levels - at:
http://www.David-Ruether-Photography.com/camcorder-comparison.htm