Hey guys, i am wanting to buy a cheap camera to practise with until i can afford something better.
I only want to spend about $150usd
My options are.
- VHS Camera
- VHS-C Camera
- Hi8 Camera
- No Name MiniDV
What would you suggest and why, remembering that it is a video camera for me to learn on and go from there.
All tapes i can still buy here in australia,
cheers.
I don't understand, do you need it right away? I have to say, if you are looking to make films, spending $150 on a camera is a wasted expense...unless you want a camera to record behind the scenes.
Even if it's just for learning...it's just not at the level you want. If you're serious about learning, a $150 camera is going to teach you the sheer basics...but you're going to be behind the 8-ball when your decide to upgrade. Why not get an actual film-worthy digital camera now, so that the learning curve isn't so high when you upgrade.
I would highly recommend, if you are serious about film making, to work hard and save for a year or so and get a camera you can be sure will produce quality images. You don't need a RED ONE...but I would at least get a camera that is HD.
You may not have a job, and you may be in debt...I don't know. Times are hard, we all feel it. But having a budget of $150 for a camera...I don't think you're ready to buy anything yet.
If you truly just want to test the waters with recording and editing...to see if it's something you want to do...then OK...get a cheap camera on eBay, tool around with iMovie or whatnot, and see whether you dig it. But don't expect to learn anything fancy with a $150 camera.
And this goes into a whole other discussion...sure there are people that have put together entertaining 'movies' with low-tech cameras...just don't expect much from a budget that low. Do you have lights? Do you have editing software?
I'm just busting balls...go out and make it happen my man!
Just my two cents. Good luck.