Video Camera

[Brodieeee]

Hello!

I've been tasked with looking around for a video camera for the drama department ; I was wondering if anyone has any idea as to what is good and what to stay away from!

I literally have no idea where to start; any help or guidance would be most appreciated

Price range, probably looking at around £600

Cheers

[dhicks]

I've been tasked with looking around for a video camera for the drama department

I recently bought a Panasonic Lumix FZ150 - a "bridge" camera that acts as a camcorder, so you can use it for both stills and video. It's excellent at both, although make sure you get the US version otherwise you will be limited to videos of half an hour at a time. At £400 you'll have enough money left over for a tripod, case, spare batteries and a zoom mic.

[3s-gtech]

Just got some Canon Legria HFM46s at a shade over £400. HDD recording, HD, and the staff here like them.

[Brodieeee]

Thanks guys I will pass these on!

[Brodieeee]

For future preference, I found this handy to break down all the technical side of things.

Buying Guide

Hope this helps others