[MacDV] New miniDV tapes versus used

[Brett Conlon]

Any tape use over time degrades its performance - just playing or 
re-recording over the top - but it usually takes a long time or a lot of 
use to see this. I can't speak specifically for MiniDV tapes but I know 
with my Panasonic camcorder, when I've not been pleased with bits I shot 
I've recorded over the top of them. So far I've not seen a hint of 
degradation in quality or any parts of the old footage.

Perhaps Rich needs to clean the heads on his camcorder?

Yes, the tapes are cheap but having to unnecessarily purchase more coz you 
can't re-use unwanted used ones seems "unfortunate" to me.  8-}

Coj



Christopher Zayachkowski <macminialacool at mac.com>

Brett,

Doesn't recording over previously recorded miniDV tapes degrade the image 
over time? I thought it did and if so a bad idea I think. Here in Canada 
you can get 60 minute Fuji miniDV tapes for $7.00 a piece! That's a 
deal...

Chris


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