It's not true progressive scan. It's a simulated "film look" so you'll lose resolution when you use that mode. Another drawback to the DVC30 is that it has 1/4" chips. However, it's supposed to be a great little camera.
The DVC30 has better zoom. 16X optical. I find though that the OIS has a hard time keeping full telephoto still.
You don't get built-in XLR MIC jacks. You need an option MIC pack that's about $229, AG-MYA30. I love the camera though. If you didn't care about 24p, it's completely usable.
so the film look mode on the dvc30 is not good enough to use for let's say a experimental short or documentary? how much resolution will I lose using this mode and is that still acceptable to screen on a tv/beamer/small cinema?