Good looking camera. Format is consumer DV (not DVCam or DVCPro. Keep in mind that even though this cam is larger in size than the popular palm-corder style DV cameras (XL-1, GL-1, TRV-900) is still accepts only the mini size tapes which currently allow for a 60min load. 80min load cassettes will arrive on the shelf before the end of the year. The bundled lens is a Fuji 14:1. The lenses for this camera are not modified--it accepts standard 1/2" Bayonet mount lenses. All the pro bells and whistles are there. Manual everything including audio levels, XLR inputs.(posted 8957 days ago)Also check out the new DV VTR from JVC, BR-DV600U. It offers Firewire in/out as well as all the standard analog including analog component. Also RS-422 control. Perfect for NLE's.