Topic: One of THOSE camera threads
So I recently came in to a relatively decent amount of extra money (relative to the 5 bucks in my account atm) and it got me thinking about beginning to equip myself with a some decent equipment, specifically in this instance, a decent camera for doing my own projects. Unfortunately I have zero-nil experience with the HD/Prosumer camera market nowadays so I'm turning to you nice people for some advice.
Basically I'm looking at a budget of around 1-2k (I'm still very much in the research phase, so basically I'm trying to figure out how much more I need to scrounge in order to get one), most likely leaning towards the 1k side of things so a range would be appreciated. I would like something that can shoot HD, is decently customizable you know, all that kind of stuff. (Keeping in mind I will be very visual effects based while also doing normal short film type stuff) And hopefully something that will stay relevant for a while (Namely so it's something I can still work with after I leave school).
@Brian: I know you guys shot Lights on a 7D, how have you found it as a camera to actually shoot stuff on? Would you recommend DSLR's on the whole or would a more traditional miniDV camera be preferable. Also...sound?
So...learn me something, why don't cha.
Thanks guys.
Last edited by BigDamnArtist (2010-09-12 08:36:04)