Shelagh Healey Posted December 14, 2013 Share Posted December 14, 2013 Hey guys, I'm still in high school, but as of now I do not have a good camera at all. My main purpose is too make short films and music videos. Any ideas on a camera to get that isn't too pricey? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brett Bailey Posted December 14, 2013 Share Posted December 14, 2013 There are trade-offs camera to camera. The body of a BMCC with an EF mount is roughly $1995. A lens (let's say 70-200mm) will run you roughly $2,499.00. The 5D is just as pricey. You're in high school, just starting out, and are learning so I'm not sure I would bite the bullet on something like that. Unless, you're a good hustler (I'm saying this in a positive way) and are going to hit the local band scene and charge for videos -- then maybe invest.This might help you out.http://www.eoshd.com/content/9413/eoshds-top-5-cameras-of-2012I started out with a Bolex H16 REX shooting on Kodak 7266. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuart Brereton Posted December 14, 2013 Share Posted December 14, 2013 You can buy a used Canon T2i on eBay for about $400. The T2i might be a few years old, but it's still capable of good pictures. As far as lenses go, L series lenses are great if you're shooting 18mp stills, but for the sub 2k video that these cameras shoot I wouldn't worry too much. I know of plenty of great material that has been shot using cheap kit lenses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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