Tyler Leisher Posted October 28, 2007 Share Posted October 28, 2007 Hi everyone! I recently received funding for a small independent film that I am producing and I am looking into cameras to buy. I want high definition and the best possible quality picture, the total budget for the camera is $6,000-7,000 and I may be able to budge a little over that if need be (Anything lower with great quality would be awesome too). Anyway, what camera would you recommend I look into? I definitely want to shoot in 720p or higher, I'm not experience with high definition cameras so any help is welcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member Adrian Sierkowski Posted October 29, 2007 Premium Member Share Posted October 29, 2007 In that range, you're basically limited to a no-thrills HVX. You'll need more money for the P2 cards, which can be pricey, and make sure you're post workflow can handle the camera. That's really the only "HD" camera I can think of. Anything cheaper would be HDV and might cause motion problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyler Leisher Posted October 29, 2007 Author Share Posted October 29, 2007 How much would I need for a very good high definition camera, I was thinking that $7,000 would be more than enough for a good one but if not, what should I be aiming towards in my budget? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyler Leisher Posted October 29, 2007 Author Share Posted October 29, 2007 That and what are you using out in the field to film your movies? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member David Mullen ASC Posted October 29, 2007 Premium Member Share Posted October 29, 2007 You may want to look at the new Sony XDCAM-EX, a 1/2" CCD camera that records HD XDCAM to memory cards, in your price range. I think it will give the Panasonic HVX200 a serious run for its money. Next price level above those cameras are some of the JVC ProHD camcorders. The next jump gets into the +$20,000 cameras, like the RED ONE and pro XDCAM's, etc. You have to start factoring in the cost of the lenses you want to use at this point... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member Adrian Sierkowski Posted October 29, 2007 Premium Member Share Posted October 29, 2007 Keep in mind, too, that lighting is a big factor as well. Knowing how to control and use light can allow great results from any camera. As my dad used to say, "A camera is just a holder for the film." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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