im looking for a video camera to make my little film shorts but im having trouble choosing the right camera what type of camera do you guys recomend for filmmaking??
2007-04-28 11:42:31 · 6 answers · asked by boogy81869 1 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Movies
An excellent camera to use, especially for filmmaking, is the Panasonic DVX100B. It is a 3 CCD camcorder with 2 XLR inputs and the capability of recording in 24p (the framerate for hollywood films). The camera is very widely used in television, broadcast, video production, and independent filmmaking. B&H Photo sells the camera for a good price. The website is www.bhphotovideo.com . Now if you're going for something much more affordable, the Canon GL-2 is also a good one to use, since it boasts 3 CCD chips and a wide range of professional features.
2007-04-28 12:59:40 · answer #1 · answered by Danny T 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you've got some money look for almost anything with a 3 chip package. MiniDV cameras (handycam types) are now offering things like this. I myself have a single chip Canon that actually captures video very nicely, but it also features DV in and out so I can do some transfer stuff that other cameras might not offer.
If you've got a lot of money behind you - My partner has a DVX 100-A and that is one of the most widely used high end cameras I've come across. Many of the people in my neck of the woods use this camera (professional and amateur alike).
Otherwise, on the cheap, picking up a camera for shooting something and making a start for yourself or just to get things done...We've used anything including a high 8 old school Sony handycam.
2007-05-01 16:04:52 · answer #2 · answered by it_charlemagne 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all, please get the proper education to understand which camera fits your filmmaking needs. But in any case, the Panasonic AG HVX200P would probably blow your mind... that is if you know how to use it. This camera requires a good knowledge in cinematography. The image quality is one of a kind, which no Sony or Canon Camera would surpass. But if your worried with the cost, i suggest you go for the Panasonic AG DVX100B. This camera stood on the top of the market for some years, until 200P came out.
Anyway, the camera doesn't really matter. Your vision is the only thing that stands between you and a masterpiece. To sum it up; its not the gun that matters, its the shooter...
2007-05-01 02:18:20 · answer #3 · answered by Kahimo 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would recommend working on one of the HD cameras I own/operate/rent a JVC110U. It shoots only at 720P. Its one of the few cameras that does true progressive frame rates which makes it look like film. If your planning on printing to film (which costs a lot of money anyway) you would have to shoot in 24 progressive framerate. If your in LA give me a call I could get you a deal.
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2007-04-29 20:15:19 · answer #4 · answered by Matthew P 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You'll want a High Definition (HD) Digital Video Camera. You can get them starting at about 500 bucks. Everything will soon be HD, so you should go ahead and step that way yourself. And by using digital instead of tape, you'll be able to better edit, modify, manipulate and transfer your footage. :-) Have Fun!
2007-04-28 19:19:06 · answer #5 · answered by Army Of Machines (Wi-Semper-Fi)! 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How much to you have to spend? Panasonic HVX200 HD.
2007-04-28 21:50:50 · answer #6 · answered by s 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋