Video Camera???

[trailrider894]

Hey all!! I am looking to start making some small time films at MX tracks, and maybe making a penny or two making some videos for some local buisnesses in my hometown and college... If you guys could give me some idea's on a good video camera that is good all around?? Back in HS i was big into video stuff but am way to far behind it technology right now...

[Ichoptop]

Videographer Magazine puts out an extensive yearly comparisson of all the cameras. Google the website, its probably on there.

Personally I use my Sony HVR-A1J. 5 years old and going strong.

[trx250xtim]

If they are small films (like nothing professional) the Canon powershot S2 IS is a cheap way to start off. It doesn't pick up loud sound all that well (by loud i mean like airhorn close-up loud) but it takes nice clear pictures and records perfect videos. This is used with a powershot (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6a8hRE3jQlw) Remember it isn't the greatest camera in the world, but something great to start off with.
It also has great fish eye control.

[TAZ450r]

DSLR

[tjsdaname]

I have a canon powershot SD1400 IS and it is an awesome camera, shoots 720p hd video and 14mp pictures... and it's only about 180$

here is a vid with it.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JEitADxxN2k

[trailrider894]

Thanks for all the info guys!!!!!! I am def on a budget, but want to still have top notch quality.... I am not a sucker for features except stabilization and sound quality...