12-28-2008, 03:08 PM
The cheapest MiniDV player is a MiniDV camcorder. Stand-alone decks that I've used can cost up to $2k. You can get a decent, refurbished MiniDV cam during most sales for less than $200. I got a Canon refurbed zr500 a year ago for $180 shipped. Fry's has a sale on these refurbs somewhat regularly.