Thanks for the background, Ben. My camcorder is a Sony DCR-TRV-480, which is a digital 8mm camcorder. And it will playback 8mm, Hi8 and, of course, Digital 8mm tape. Looks like we may be able to make a deal, after all.
My camcorder is an older model Sony CCD TRV37. Still works great after replacing the battery a couple years back. I set aside a few tapes prior to making the OP, for when the need arises.