When Firewire first appeared, some DV cameras had the port but were not compatible. JVC, Hitachi, and Panasonic were most problematic in terms of compatibility. That was 4-5 years ago. Today, it's almost a non-issue. It is an exception if the camera is NOT compatible. ------------------------------------------------- Ronald Woodland -- St. George, Utah 84770 ------------------------------------------------- This email is a natural human product. Slight variations in spelling and grammar enhance its individual character and beauty and should in no way be considered flaws or defects. On Jan 22, 2004, at 7:48 PM, CFlatow wrote: > > On Thursday, January 22, 2004, at 09:29 PM, R B Williams wrote: > >> Yes - this Sony is controlled using iMovie 3.0.3. Maybe earlier, but >> I have no other >> experience. The only connection is a firewire 4 pin from the camera >> to the Mac. >> >> (one of these days, maybe Apple will update their list of compatible >> cameras) >> > > Thank you very much. > My son was just issued this camera to make a documentary in a college > course. > > Carl