Well, for a 1000$ which was exactly my budget too, i got me a Sony Dcr-TRV25,and a mic. which isnt a 3 ccd cam. but it also didnt cost 5000 bucks ethier and it gets the job done, to tell you the truth. I have shot shorts, and had access to magic bullet(adobe after effects plug in) and after editing the finish product looked closed to that quality of 16 mm film.....

so with the patientance and good editing u can prob take bout ne decent digi cam and make it look good, its all about resources..... if your on a budget..

best,
derek

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What is the difference/advantages/disadvantages between MiniDV and MiniMV?? and what is ccd? -dean mrx347?bellatlantic.net

Hey. I am going to buy a camera and I've narrowed it down to two MiniDV cameras: The JVC GRDV3000U and the Sony DCR-PC120BT which one should I get and why? thanks. mrx347?bellatlantic.net -dean

I am going to buy a camera soon. I have it narrowed down to two cameras: The JVC GRDV3000U and the Sony DCR-PC120BT. Which camera should I buy and why? Thanks. mrx347?bellatlantic.net -Dean

I am going to buy a camera soon. I have it narrowed down to two cameras: The JVC GR-DV3000U and the Sony DCR-PC120BT. Which camera should I buy and why? Thanks. mrx347?bellatlantic.net -Dean The JVC camcorder can be seen here (copy and paste the address to ur navigation bar): http://www.jvc.com/product.jsp?productId=PRD1203000 And the Sony can be seen here: http://www.sonystyle.com/is-bin/INTERSHOP.enfinity/eCS/Store/en/-/USD/SY_DisplayProductInformation-Start;sid=WnN_l9RBVDB_l-ogY4d1nJtOlQb70s0JX5I=?ProductID=mqsKC0%2eN130AAADzUWkE_KQN&Dept=dcc&CatalogCategoryID=%2e9EKC0%2eNg9cAAADzx3kE_KQI

Well i've taken a look at each camera's specs and i've come to the conclusion that the sony is slightly better than the JVC with 200$ more left in ure pocket so in my oppinion if your shure that these 2 camras are the ones u want i say go with the sony but u might want to get another oppinion.

Life is the art of making movies without editing

Well i've taken a look at each camera's specs and i've come to the conclusion that the sony is slightly better than the JVC with 200$ more left in ure pocket so in my oppinion if your shure that these 2 camras are the ones u want i say go with the sony but u might want to get another oppinion.

Life is the art of making movies without editing

Mudbikes- do you think either of them are good? why/why not? your help is appreciated! mrx347?bellatlantic.net -dean

Well from what i can see they both seem to be around the best you can buy for features and quality of video/audio that only have 1CCD for that price range... but these cameras are more oriented towards home movies than making films... now i'm shure if you're willing to dish out 2000$ you can find a 3CCD camera for around that same amount... but as of right now i can't think of any.

Life is the art of making movies without editing

Are there any around $1700 you would reccommend for making films? Why would the cameras i showed you not be good for making films (if i use editing software etc.)? mrx347?bellatlantic.net -dean

For $1700, check out the Canon GL-1. You can find some good prices on ebay. But really check the sellers background if you go that route. Go to BH Photo and check out some of their mini-dv cams like the Sony DCR TRV 950($1,999.00), the panasonic AG EZ50($1,199.95), or the panasonic AG-DVC15 ($2,199.95). These are some of the cheapest 3 chip cameras.

I've found GL-1's on ebay for as low as $1100 by the way.

Whats so great about a 3CCD chip camera?

Read the article below and search around for more info about CCDs. A 3-Chip camera will simply give you a better picture than a one chip. It's not necessary to have if you are starting out and just want a camera to mess around with, but if you're going for serious, broadcast quality images then you will want 3 CCDs. But if you have the money, might as well get the best bang for the buck.

http://www.urbanfox.tv/articles/cameras/c1buyingguide.html

There are so many cameras out there with usually minor differences and feels. You just need to spend some time and research the cameras; find clips of footage shot with different cameras if you can. Also look into film as a possibilty. Whatever you choose, remember you'll need other things such as proper lighting and audio equipment, post software and hardware, and a good story.