On Fri, 17 Aug 2001 15:12:42 -0500 (CDT), MarkEdits@webtv.net (Mark Wagner) wrote:

> After weeks of comparing features I decided to purchase the Sony
>VX2000 DV Camcorder instead of the Canon GL1. This decision was largely
>based on the fact that the VX2000 allows manual zooming. As I was
>ordering, the salesman informed me that the VX2000 manual zoom is
>electronic, not optical. He said it gives a soft look as a result and
>loses focus as you zoom. The salesman also said that the still picture
>quality of the VX2000 is inferior to that of the GL1. Furthermore, he
>said it is easier to get video out of a GL1 into an editing system than
>it is with the VX2000.
>
> So, now I am more confused than ever. Anyone know the validity of
>these issues? Which camera do you prefer in general?

The other posters above have covered the various issues.
As for the stills, the VX-2000 still-feature simply makes
the best 640x480 images (see www.nikonlinks.com/ruether
for a bunch of stills shot with the VX-2000 [with a WA
converter on it, no less...;-])
For comparative reviews and frame-grabs, visit:
www.David-Ruether-Photography.com/camcorder-comparison.htm
I ***MUCH*** preferred the VX-2000...;-)