Do stores such as Best Buy and Circuit City sell somewhat professional cameras?

Question

Or where can I buy cheap camcorders that have microphones attached. I am looking mostly for something that can be mounted on the shoulder.

Answer 1

The least expensive shoulder mount camcorders - of which I am aware - are the

Panasonic AG-DVC20 (standard definition only)

http://catalog2.panasonic.com/webapp/wcs...

and

Sony HVR-HD1000U (standard and high definition)

http://pro.sony.com/bbsc/ssr/cat-broadca...

Neither BestBuy nor Circuit City carry these camcorders. bhphotovideo.com and adorama.com are reputable online video suppliers.

or...

You can use ANY camcorder you want and buy a SpiderBrace - or make one... http://spiderbrace.com/

Answer 2

Yes, they do. They also sell some high-end cameras. I would try Best Buy before Circuit City, though.