Well very recently my Sony (TRV 33) broke with the dreaded C31

x error (a tape transport error). A similar error occurred on my Sony Video recorder recently as well (tape transport again). And it got me thinking that over the years Sony just don't have the same quality build that they used to. DO with that in mind and spending a bit on a video cam, as well as all the reviews of course, I decide to go for Canon.
As for Adobe, well I must give it a try one of these days. I shall have to save up my pennies and get me a copy. Hey it may be such a steep learning curve that I will have to post some 'Please Help' queries on the forums.
Funny you should mention Lloyd. I was thinkling about that the other night, and noticed he hasn't posted since Gwen called him a douche something or other. Hope he comes back, because he has a lot to offer and it was good to see the number of regular posters growing.