Markus Jacinto Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 So I am a total rookie that would like to get more into cinematography. I have about $2500 to spend (that's all the wife will allow). The setup I've come to think I like from browsing this and other forums is this: 1. Canon HV20 - approx $750 2. Brevis35 MP.1 Imaging Bundle (including flip module) - $1,455 3. Step up ring set - 43-72mm - $19 4. Nikon 50mm f1.4 Lens - $300 $750 + $1455 + $19 + $300 = $2524 Is there anything you can see that I'm missing? Also, when it comes to lenses do I buy the same lens you would use on an SLR camera? Like this... http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/9741...ikkor_50mm.html Are there any other lenses you'd suggest to shoot in low-light and maybe 20 yards away? Sorry for the rookie questions. Just want to be sure before blowing my money. Thanks for any insights. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie Lewis Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 I'd scrap the Breavis and get a lighting kit and a couple of mics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie Lewis Posted June 20, 2008 Share Posted June 20, 2008 Marcus, Woot.com has the HV20 for $549.99 for one day only. So if you want that camera jump on it now. It's also close to being sold out. http://www.woot.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member Walter Graff Posted June 20, 2008 Premium Member Share Posted June 20, 2008 Start with just the camera, a tripod and a few lights. That is all one needs to start making movies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary McClurg Posted June 20, 2008 Share Posted June 20, 2008 Start with just the camera, a tripod and a few lights. That is all one needs to start making movies. How bout sound and a good script and... :lol: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member Walter Graff Posted June 20, 2008 Premium Member Share Posted June 20, 2008 How bout sound and a good script and... :lol: Oh yea, a mic. As for script, I can't help. Today's wannabee filmmakers think that its the equipment that makes a film not the person. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barryagilbert Posted June 29, 2008 Share Posted June 29, 2008 Don't buy too much. Rent what else you need when you have a solid project and know exactly what you'll need. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Osinski Posted August 24, 2008 Share Posted August 24, 2008 (edited) look into the sony hdc-sd9 from panasonic... its only about 550 and takes sd cards...24p not 24f, full HD check up on manual controls or mic inputs though the hv20 doesnt have full manual control, just an av and tv mode hv30 can set shutter and aperature independently to give you much more control anyway think about that but.... consumer HD cam - 600 tripod - 300 extra batteries (buy generic in bulk) - 100 maybe some lights...i dont know....but stay away from 35mm adapters for now Edited August 24, 2008 by Peter Osinski Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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