What kind of camera is good for filming?

Question

I dont meen a brand name. I want to know what kind of cam.

Answer 1

For filming what?

What is your budget?

Starting at the top and working our way down to $1,000:

Canon XHA1; Panasonic HDX200; Sony HVR-Z1U, HVR-V1U

Panasonic DVX100B; Canon XL2; Sony HDR-FX1 (prosumer), HDR-FX7 (prosumer), HVR-A1U

Then there is a BIG drop down to the consumer Canon HV20, HV30, Sony HDR-HC7, HDR-HC9.

Please note: All these cameras have manual controls: Zoom, Focus, iris/exposure and audio.

The higher-end cameras listed use XLR mic jacks, the lower end use 1/8" mic jacks.

Are you looking for something cheaper?

If you want real film, that comes in CineAlta or Arris cameras - they aren't camcorders - they use real film. There are others, but those come quickly to mind.

Answer 2

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