Sony DCR-SR57E problem!!

[dvdguy]

Hi everyone!
Recently I joined this nice community and I came across a lot of useful info I needed. As of now, I'm still in the learning phase, well pretty much catching up on theory and all to continue on with my small project. I'm planning on buying an external "shotgun" mic (preferably an NTG-2 or you could advise something better), and I noticed that my camera doesnt have a freakin "mic input". Jesus, what are the odds of that anyway, I wanna know if there is any other alternative besides the fact that you need a mic input (which my cam doesnt have)... Thanx in advance!

 

[grinner]

the odds were pretty good. You'll find many consumer camcorders have no audio in.
Surf BandHphoto.com and find a camera that best suits your needs and budget.
You can always use the camera you have right now as a secondary cutawy camera or to mount for shots you'd not subject a better camera to. A quazi-disposable camera is a great thing to have.

 

[dvdguy]

this is the camera I have, the thing is, I read that Sony cams used to have this mic input thingy, just now, the newer models dont have it.. you sure I should buy a new one? this one cost me a lot too(about 700 $)