best camcorders under 2000 image
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I've always been into the whole making movies thing.
And I would like to start making short clips and stuff.
But i don't know where to start.
What would you recommend?
-I'm looking for an affordable video camera. And I'm imagining one of those $2000 ones but I guess that's too.. way out of my league at the moment. I can't really see myself making a video with a itty bitty camcorder.
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I was looking for a "good" camcorder that was reasonably priced and easy to use. I read many, many reviews and compared several different makes of camcorders. I kept leaning towards the Canon FS100 camcorder. I was told that the video quality of the Canon FS100 was better than the competitors when it was being shown on a widescreen television. But the reviews really confused me because there were reviews that went from 5 stars down to one. The higher reviews said the camera had great video quality, while the 1 & 2 star reviews said the video quality was terrible. Video quality was probably the most important feature I wanted in a camera, so which was it, really good or really bad. The only way to find out was to try one myself. So I ordered one from Amazon.com, because their return policy is excellent. If I didn't like it for any reason, I would just return it. When I received the camcorder, I charged the battery and started using it immediately. I think it is very easy to use, and the "video" quality was excellent on my widescreen TV. I was thrilled. When shooting in extreme low light situations, the video is grainy, but acceptable for me. I really don't plan on shooting in the dark with the mini video light on the camera. Regular indoor video with existing lamp light, was still excellent quality. BUT, if you are wanting to use the camcorder for still pictures, don't. The still picture quality is pretty bad. Now, about the packaged software that comes with the camcorder. I didn't like it. The camcorder saves the video in .MOD format, which MAKES you use the Canon software. So for you beginner and intermediate users, my suggestion is to download "SDCOPY" from the internet to your computer. The "SDCOPY" will convert the .MOD files to .MPEG files. Then, you will be able to use different software programs. I am using Windows Vista on my computer, so I use the Windows Movie Maker program that comes on Vista to burn my video onto DVDs. So I didn't have to buy any additional software. I am not shooting video for "professional" reasons. I just want my memories recorded onto DVDs so I can watch them in years to come. So for those of you that may be looking for a really good camcorder at a great price (under $500 at Amazon), and one that is easy to use, then I recommend the Canon FS100. How can you go wrong at that price and receive great videos? I absolutely love mine.
I was looking for a "good" camcorder that was reasonably priced and easy to use. I read many, many reviews and compared several different makes of camcorders. I kept leaning towards the Canon FS100 camcorder. I was told that the video quality of the Canon FS100 was better than the competitors when it was being shown on a widescreen television. But the reviews really confused me because there were reviews that went from 5 stars down to one. The higher reviews said the camera had great video quality, while the 1 & 2 star reviews said the video quality was terrible. Video quality was probably the most important feature I wanted in a camera, so which was it, really good or really bad. The only way to find out was to try one myself. So I ordered one from Amazon.com, because their return policy is excellent. If I didn't like it for any reason, I would just return it. When I received the camcorder, I charged the battery and started using it immediately. I think it is very easy to use, and the "video" quality was excellent on my widescreen TV. I was thrilled. When shooting in extreme low light situations, the video is grainy, but acceptable for me. I really don't plan on shooting in the dark with the mini video light on the camera. Regular indoor video with existing lamp light, was still excellent quality. BUT, if you are wanting to use the camcorder for still pictures, don't. The still picture quality is pretty bad. Now, about the packaged software that comes with the camcorder. I didn't like it. The camcorder saves the video in .MOD format, which MAKES you use the Canon software. So for you beginner and intermediate users, my suggestion is to download "SDCOPY" from the internet to your computer. The "SDCOPY" will convert the .MOD files to .MPEG files. Then, you will be able to use different software programs. I am using Windows Vista on my computer, so I use the Windows Movie Maker program that comes on Vista to burn my video onto DVDs. So I didn't have to buy any additional software. I am not shooting video for "professional" reasons. I just want my memories recorded onto DVDs so I can watch them in years to come. So for those of you that may be looking for a really good camcorder at a great price (under $500 at Amazon), and one that is easy to use, then I recommend the Canon FS100. How can you go wrong at that price and receive great videos? I absolutely love mine.
What would be a good software and camcorder for someone getting into videography?
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Im taking my interest in movie editing further and plan to make a business out of it. i have played around with windows movie maker but need something more detailed. Im trying to figure out what type of software is really good for somebody in my situation who is just starting out. I have researched some and looked at reviews but would just like more opinions. I also would like opinions on digital camcorders if you have them. Thank you
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Software is easy: Avid is what the big boys generally use. A close second and also used by professional editors is Adobe Premier as part of the larger Production premium pack, or the ultimate pack. If you are a student (HS or College) then Adobe is a great choice because of their huge 80% discount for students and teachers.
The camera depends on the type of work you are doing, intended audience, locations, etc.
Do not even bother with consumer HD cameras, learn about the different formats and you will see this is an evolutionary step backward in quality.
Ideally, you would get a HDV camera like the Canon XH A1S ($4000) at a start.
If you can not afford the XH, then right square between the consumer HD and Pro HDV is good-old standard def MiniDv Pro-sumer cameras like the Canon XL and GL series. The GL-2 is still available new for about $2500. Both are frequently on e-Bay with the XL going just under $1000 and the GL-1 and GL-2 going for $500 and $800 respectively.
When you get to where your time is valuable, you will also want a purpose built computer for editing. HDV is here and it does not require a huge upgrade form standard def, but plan on $2000 if you can build it yourself.
Software is easy: Avid is what the big boys generally use. A close second and also used by professional editors is Adobe Premier as part of the larger Production premium pack, or the ultimate pack. If you are a student (HS or College) then Adobe is a great choice because of their huge 80% discount for students and teachers.
The camera depends on the type of work you are doing, intended audience, locations, etc.
Do not even bother with consumer HD cameras, learn about the different formats and you will see this is an evolutionary step backward in quality.
Ideally, you would get a HDV camera like the Canon XH A1S ($4000) at a start.
If you can not afford the XH, then right square between the consumer HD and Pro HDV is good-old standard def MiniDv Pro-sumer cameras like the Canon XL and GL series. The GL-2 is still available new for about $2500. Both are frequently on e-Bay with the XL going just under $1000 and the GL-1 and GL-2 going for $500 and $800 respectively.
When you get to where your time is valuable, you will also want a purpose built computer for editing. HDV is here and it does not require a huge upgrade form standard def, but plan on $2000 if you can build it yourself.
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