Michael Ott

Yeah, I believe I should get a Super 8. I have 100 bucks on me right now that I am thinking about going down to Beger Bros. and finding one. And as for all the other things you said, thanks, you're probably right about not rushing into pro equipment, especially when I don't have the money for it right off the back. Developing skills with a cheap camera will show how much integrity I have in cinematography.

Yeah, I've had the 100A recommended to me before, but the 4 grand that most places and people are asking for is a bit much for me. I make about 150 a week and the money just never seems to get near there, mainly because I manage my capitol horribly, like most high school kids. I'm an intermediate photographer, going on my 3rd year of snapping photos, but I feel the transition from still picture to moving is a lot harder than I thought and even more expensive. Maybe I should just start off with a top notch Super 8?

Hello, I'm looking for a good camera to start off with. I want the camera to be reliable and as durable as possible, just in case I fu** up, which I'm sure I will. I am looking to pursue film and shooting film in college, so a camera that I will be able to grow with and that will be able to adapt to my experience as I go along would be great. And actually, I'm just looking for something other than your soccer mom's handheld from Radioshack. Something respectable, yet not too expensive (Possibly under 3 grand.)

I'm shopping around for digital camcorders after recently striking an interest in pursuing a career in motion picture. I'm looking for a great bargain camera. I wish to use it for all around purposes - Short films, sports footage, interviewing and experimental shooting. Mainly short films and action sports, though. I have done some research, but I really do not know what I'm looking for exactly. I figured coming from photography to motion picture, I'd have a helpful bit of insight with purchasing a great camera, but I was mistaken about that. I am clueless. So, if anyone can help me with a few suggestions for a camera unbder $1,000, that'd be great. I don't mind buying used either.