Brandon I just wanna say thank you for making this video and inspiring me to go ahead and pick one of these up. Always loved outdated media formats and this fits perfectly in my ever so increasing room and heart of strange collectables.
Thank you for sharing and your review! I recently just bought this camera online as well. I don't skateboard, but I do make short films/vlogs, but I preferred a retro aesthetic when filming. I was inspired by the movie Mid 90s & an Amazon Prime documentary called Val (Val Kilmer's documentary) where I see them using camcorders a lot. I already bought some spare batteries, battery charger and a mini DV cassette tape! I can't wait to use it!
The successor of this model, the Sony DCR-PC110 can shoot small 320x240 video clips onto a memory card, great for those cringeworthy tiktokers who don't bother to learn how to rip videos over firewire
Hi @Brandon thank you for this video. I actually got one for myself. do you think it is safe to handle the camcorder by the coldshoe? I am worried the cold shoe might rip out. It also doesn't fit in my u-grip. What are your experiences?
I have used the cold shoe handle method for years now with camcorders and dslr’s. I have had them come loose with heavier cameras but I have never had one slip out of the cold shoe. You can find more durable ones that will actually lock in place. They are a little more expensive but they will be much more solid. And the issue I have always had with the u-grip handles is they are plastic which makes the whole handle flex when you are trying to film. Which makes the footage super shaky
Hey Brandon! I've got couple of questions as a new owner to a PC110! How many pictures or videos can I capture on a 64 MB memory stick? And could you list down every wire and adapter I would need to transfer the videos over to my computer? thank you!
Im not sure how many videos and pictures you can store. I know video will take up the space on the card pretty quickly but you should be able to get a decent amount of pictures. I also should have links in the description of this video for converters you can use
I have a Sony DCR DVD115E hybrid camcorder ,it can record to miniDVD or Sony Memory stick PRO DUO card,I use mine with a memorystick PRO DUO adapter and put a 64gb micro SD in the adapter,you can get an Integral USB card reader which will take the memorystick produo card and plug that into your PC .If you want the Sony DVD camcorder make sure it is one of the later ones that are the HYBRID type ,the earlier ones do not record to memorystick cards.Some of the later models also have 8gb of internal memory.
@@brandoncameracollection Hi Brandon Have a look at Adrians video about the Sony DCR DVD 110E camcorder,he features the Sony Memory stick PRO DUO Hybrid feature of the later Sony dvd camcorders,in the UK I think they were numbered 110,115,310 and 410 but I think they were numbered 510,610 ,710 and 810 for the US market,and some even have internal memory storage,these are the hybrid models and have the memorystick pro duo feature that can be used for video recording,and is of better quality than DVD recording,they are,I believe some of the last DVD comcorders Sony marketed th-cam.com/video/zULVe-67Opo/w-d-xo.html Adrians YT channel I think is very interesting and lots of information regarding different camcorder models
I need to update that link the 37mm opteka fisheye I can’t find anywhere anymore. But I did find another one that looks to be very similar: amzn.to/3pNATq1
hey man, i just got one of these cameras today but it came with no cables... But ive bought one of those recorders that plug into your computer with a s video and red white and yellow cables im just wondering if i need to buy a s video cable and then just the basic auidio video cables to plug into the recorder? would that be enough because i noticed that the front of the camera only have one audio out plug so im just a little confuesd hahah, im a mini dv noob
You are not able to attach dslr/mirrorless lenses to camcorders. But you could look at a Sony nex vg10, vg20, vg30, or vg900. They are camcorder bodies that use Sony e-mount lenses.
@@brandoncameracollection Thanks for the information, I'll try to find these lenses on Aliexpress. I'm from Brazil and here there is little information about the camera, other information I don't know if it could help me, about the storage of the stick duo card, how much does this camera support? Thank you for the informations.
I have this camera the quality of the video is pretty nice and the colors are vibrant but it broke it doesn't turn on when the tape deck is closed but turns on when the tape deck is open. Anyone knows a solution to fix this?
That’s a unique problem🤔 I’m not sure what that could be. I had one where I tore the ribbon cable on the bottom side of the tape deck and it wouldn’t retract the tape into the camera. Maybe look at that and see if it’s damaged at all
Dude if you want to be serious about this youtube thing I think it's high time for you to upgrade your audio, build yourself a studio (or at least better place to record. The echoing sounds terrible and will turn off plenty of people), write an actual script instead of talking on the fly and do better, more in-depth research about the product at hand. Look at how guys like Doug Demuro do his video. For the longest time he filmed himself with nothing but an iphone on a tripod but he managed to make a professional looking video because he did his research, follow a script and understand that people tolerate bad video quality (bad video not bad production) more than bad audio. Consider this a constructive criticism from a guy who just wanted to see small youtube channel to succeed and not die an early death
Brandon I just wanna say thank you for making this video and inspiring me to go ahead and pick one of these up. Always loved outdated media formats and this fits perfectly in my ever so increasing room and heart of strange collectables.
Yes collect these old cameras can definitely get a little addictive haha😅 and I’m glad you were inspired and enjoyed the video 😊
what a cool channel! please keep going, you have one of the best camcorder channels I've seen. Thanks for your hard work!
Your videos have been really helpful for me finding fun mini DV cameras. My only wish is adding what the image from the camera actually looks like
I have test footage at the end of every video if that helps
Thank you for sharing and your review! I recently just bought this camera online as well. I don't skateboard, but I do make short films/vlogs, but I preferred a retro aesthetic when filming. I was inspired by the movie Mid 90s & an Amazon Prime documentary called Val (Val Kilmer's documentary) where I see them using camcorders a lot. I already bought some spare batteries, battery charger and a mini DV cassette tape! I can't wait to use it!
Hell yeah you’ll definitely enjoy this camera
dcr pc-101 is a great option aswell because of the price and amount of futures
No this one is the 100
You just sold me! I’m gonna get one 🙌🏾
Hell yeah you’ll enjoy it
Hi, I have a Sony HDR cx535, will that 37mm lens fit it? Or does it have some kind of ring to adapt it, mine is 46mm
To me it looks like it’s about a 46mm does your 46mm not fit?
The successor of this model, the Sony DCR-PC110 can shoot small 320x240 video clips onto a memory card, great for those cringeworthy tiktokers who don't bother to learn how to rip videos over firewire
🤣 they would rather just use a bag filter anyway. But that’s sick I didn’t know the pc110 could recorded to sd card
@@brandoncameracollection it's not an SD card, it's a Sony memory stick.
I have the PC105 and it can too, it's a great camera
Do you need a 30-37 step up ring? Or does the fisheye just screw on.
The thread size is 37mm so it will just screw on
What do you think about DCR-PC 120? Is similar or this one is better?
The pc120 is the newer version of this one. I would definitely check out the 120
i have the same camera and a 37mm fisheye what adapter/step ring do i need?!!
It should just line up since this camera has 37mm threads on it
Hi @Brandon thank you for this video. I actually got one for myself.
do you think it is safe to handle the camcorder by the coldshoe? I am worried the cold shoe might rip out.
It also doesn't fit in my u-grip. What are your experiences?
I have used the cold shoe handle method for years now with camcorders and dslr’s. I have had them come loose with heavier cameras but I have never had one slip out of the cold shoe. You can find more durable ones that will actually lock in place. They are a little more expensive but they will be much more solid. And the issue I have always had with the u-grip handles is they are plastic which makes the whole handle flex when you are trying to film. Which makes the footage super shaky
Hey Brandon! I've got couple of questions as a new owner to a PC110! How many pictures or videos can I capture on a 64 MB memory stick? And could you list down every wire and adapter I would need to transfer the videos over to my computer? thank you!
Im not sure how many videos and pictures you can store. I know video will take up the space on the card pretty quickly but you should be able to get a decent amount of pictures. I also should have links in the description of this video for converters you can use
Any luck trying to slap an anamorphic lens on one of these?
As long as it can thread on the front. The diameter would have to be a 37mm
Can you go tapeless with this cam or with any cam that has firewire?
Yes you can go tapeless with it and FireWire. Look into the Sony MRC1
@@brandoncameracollection ok thanks but does it also work with clearclick? Bc the mrc1 is way too expensive.
@@brandoncameracollection and whats the difference between the pc100 and the pc100e?
No the clearclick isn’t compatible with FireWire. Only av and s-video cables
@@brandoncameracollection thanks.
Is there anykind off camera that has this old look but uses SD card ?
I know a lot of people like the Panasonic hpx170
Im using Panasonic SDR-H280, great small camera with vintage look
I have a Sony DCR DVD115E hybrid camcorder ,it can record to miniDVD or Sony Memory stick PRO DUO card,I use mine with a memorystick PRO DUO adapter and put a 64gb micro SD in the adapter,you can get an Integral USB card reader which will take the memorystick produo card and plug that into your PC .If you want the Sony DVD camcorder make sure it is one of the later ones that are the HYBRID type ,the earlier ones do not record to memorystick cards.Some of the later models also have 8gb of internal memory.
I’ve been wanting to check out some dvd camcorders but I haven’t seen any that catch my eye. You recommend any models?
@@brandoncameracollection Hi Brandon Have a look at Adrians video about the Sony DCR DVD 110E camcorder,he features the Sony Memory stick PRO DUO Hybrid feature of the later Sony dvd camcorders,in the UK I think they were numbered 110,115,310 and 410 but I think they were numbered 510,610 ,710 and 810 for the US market,and some even have internal memory storage,these are the hybrid models and have the memorystick pro duo feature that can be used for video recording,and is of better quality than DVD recording,they are,I believe some of the last DVD comcorders Sony marketed
th-cam.com/video/zULVe-67Opo/w-d-xo.html
Adrians YT channel I think is very interesting and lots of information regarding different camcorder models
Fisheye out of stock! Anywhere else you’d recommend to shop for it online?
I need to update that link the 37mm opteka fisheye I can’t find anywhere anymore. But I did find another one that looks to be very similar: amzn.to/3pNATq1
@@brandoncameracollection Cool, thank you!
Footage with the fish eye ?
I have video on my instagram but I must have deleted it from here
Just got one! So can you manual white balance like the vx or do you have to pick one of the white balance settings?
I don’t quite remember I think you have to just choose a white balance
@@brandoncameracollection yeah it looks that way! I bought one because of your video. You’re killing it with the content. I appreciate you!
Thanks man I’m glad you enjoy it 😊
hey man, i just got one of these cameras today but it came with no cables... But ive bought one of those recorders that plug into your computer with a s video and red white and yellow cables im just wondering if i need to buy a s video cable and then just the basic auidio video cables to plug into the recorder? would that be enough because i noticed that the front of the camera only have one audio out plug so im just a little confuesd hahah, im a mini dv noob
If the av out is like a yellow headphone jack then you can use a 3-1 av cable or yes you can do a-video with the red and white audio cables too
@@brandoncameracollectioncould this camera be ran with a Immersion Rc for a tapeless setup?
Hello friends, which lenses could I adapt to this camera? Could anyone recommend it to me? I would like to adapt 16mm and 35mm lenses, is it possible?
You are not able to attach dslr/mirrorless lenses to camcorders. But you could look at a Sony nex vg10, vg20, vg30, or vg900. They are camcorder bodies that use Sony e-mount lenses.
@@brandoncameracollection Thanks for the information, I'll try to find these lenses on Aliexpress. I'm from Brazil and here there is little information about the camera, other information I don't know if it could help me, about the storage of the stick duo card, how much does this camera support? Thank you for the informations.
@CostaAlves well you can’t record to the memory stick. Only photos to the memory stick. So you will need to record to a tape
By the way the discord link appears to be broken
I’ll see if I can fix it
I have this camera the quality of the video is pretty nice and the colors are vibrant but it broke it doesn't turn on when the tape deck is closed but turns on when the tape deck is open.
Anyone knows a solution to fix this?
That’s a unique problem🤔 I’m not sure what that could be. I had one where I tore the ribbon cable on the bottom side of the tape deck and it wouldn’t retract the tape into the camera. Maybe look at that and see if it’s damaged at all
@@brandoncameracollection Did you ever get the ribbon cable fixed?
No I ended up selling that one for parts this one is actually my dads camera
Is there any difference between sony dcr-pc100 and dcr-pc6e?
That I’m not sure. Could be a more budget camcorder so it might have a smaller sensor like a 1/6 inch rather than a 1/4 or 1/3
@@brandoncameracollection Thank you for respond! I don't know much about cameras, so what is the sensor you mentioned responsible for?
Dude if you want to be serious about this youtube thing I think it's high time for you to upgrade your audio, build yourself a studio (or at least better place to record. The echoing sounds terrible and will turn off plenty of people), write an actual script instead of talking on the fly and do better, more in-depth research about the product at hand.
Look at how guys like Doug Demuro do his video. For the longest time he filmed himself with nothing but an iphone on a tripod but he managed to make a professional looking video because he did his research, follow a script and understand that people tolerate bad video quality (bad video not bad production) more than bad audio.
Consider this a constructive criticism from a guy who just wanted to see small youtube channel to succeed and not die an early death
Hahahaha sick
Your audio sounds as if you're in a laundry and the dryer is on.
That’s because the laundry room is the next room over haha 😂