On Mon, 11 Apr 2005 14:56:56 GMT, "JimboSlim" wrote:

Simple Question Are all mini DV tapes compatible with each other?

Yes. All tapes and devices with the Mini-DV symbol should work
interchangably.

I had my Sony TRV50E Mini DV stolen in Barcelona.

Sorry to hear that. Barcelona seems to be a hotspot - I know a few
people who've had problems there. I've been myself and had no
trouble, but I was being extremely vigilant!

I now have the Insurance money.

Yay! New toys!

Do I have to buy a Sony to make sure my old Sony recorded Mini DV tapes
still work.

No - the only problem might be if the heads on your old camcorder were
out of alignment, which would mean that your recordings won't play
properly on anything.

Are there any Camera Shops that would let
me try one of my tapes in other camcorders?

Most camera shops should be happy for you to do this. If they're not,
question why.

Hope this helps.

HVB.
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