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Just a word about P2 cards. I ordered one from B&H back in June and still haven't received it (but it was just shipped, so that's a two-month wait). It's been the same story across the country. This may change as Panasonic plays catch-up with supply/demand, but meanwhile I bought a Firestore FS-100 and used it on a trip to Hearst Castle and Big Sur and it worked great. If you can afford multiple P2 cards, go for it. My plan is to use one FS-100 and one 16GB P2 for a while to have the flexibility of both options (and add more P2 cards later when prices go down and availability goes up).
 
Sure, the outcomes can be similar...

Really, it all comes down to choosing the NLE that you like the best. It mostly comes down to personal preference. However, concerning which NLE natively has the best and most thorough support for P2. Just trying out the 4.5 update (released today) and it's great too. Speaking only in terms of taking the fullest advantage of the P2 workflow, a PCMCIA slot and EDIUS Broadcast is it.... Beyond that, all NLE's either natively, or with the help of 3rd party programs like Raylight, support p2. So, just pick what's most important to you in a feature set, etc. for your NLE and get the one that suits you best... Download some trial versions and pick the one you like.

Yes, several companies will offer dvxuser discounts. Just call them up and ask 'em about it. They'll tell you.

Jason
 
You seem to be in a similar situation like me. Money is not so important for us. When I see an opportunity, I can live like a monk just to achive what I want. If I loose money, I dont care. Its just money, but I cant get the lost time back.

Just buy that beast, like I did. Keep on reading on this board and on many other places. You are still young, so the learning curve will go up very fast.

If it is not working out, you can always sell it, as said above. Or just keep it for fun. I think it is much better than spending your money on stupid stuff as you mentioned. With the money my brother put in cigarettes, I could buy 2 HVXs with a lot equipment :D
 
...Oh, just one one thing about purchasing your HVX200: make sure that you are purchasing one that cleared US Customs! Some online stores will sell you brand new product, but when you go to register it for the 1-year factory warranty, Panasonic will say "Sorry, but that's a gray market camera. No factory warranty available". Ouch!

Note: I should know because that's what happened with my camera. I filed a fraud dispute with Mastercard and reported the matter to US Customs who told me to hold onto the camera pending investigation. Mastercard credited my account for the purchase price. So until US Customs gets around to my little problem, I guess it's a free camera. How weird is that?
 
While those who say 'rent' have very valid points, there's nothing like owning the camera and just filming stuff at a moments notice - its the best way to learn. Making mistakes is part of the learning process, something you can't afford to do when you rent if it means a re-shoot.

Get the HVX and use it - learn how to shot HD. U will not regret it.

C
 
Correct, for use with your express card slot. Or you can ingest via firewire, but you won't benefit from the hot swap/continuous shooting of the the p2 workflow.... But if you only have one card, then it wouldn't matter so much.
 
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