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What type of video camera should i buy????

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loongoons
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I,m looking for a durable camera that shoots good video and is under 600. Any suggestions??

Sep 3 2012 7:31PM
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homestar
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For best results answer the questions here https://www.newschoolers.com/ns/forums/readthread/thread_id/552650/

I got my Panasonic tm700 used for about $600 and I'm really happy with it.
Sep 3 2012 7:50PM
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b_r_tregs
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In my opininion you could go 2 ways

You could get a go pro and go good \

or get a real dslr from canon (t3i or whatever suites you budget)
Sep 3 2012 11:06PM
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erikK
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dumbest camera suggestion ever
Sep 4 2012 3:51PM
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CrotchKiller
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no, stop
Sep 4 2012 5:08PM
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.qzyxya
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Get a used T2i and a few good lenses. used body is around 3-400 500 max and then you can get the 50mm 1.8 for under 100 and the kit lens
Sep 4 2012 5:26PM
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Belzebub
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No, for 600 bucks he shoul invest in a decent camcorder which works without tons of accecories. To get a dslrvideosetup you have to pay at least 1500
Sep 4 2012 5:48PM
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Belzebub
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Fucking phone.
Sep 4 2012 5:49PM
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.qzyxya
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ummm... not at all... you're an idiot.
you can buy a T2i body for ~500 or less, (or a cheaper micro 4/3 like the Gf2) even with the kit lens it is good. Then you can upgrade once you get more money.
You dont need to spend 1500 bucks...
Sep 5 2012 5:49PM
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CrotchKiller
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for a dslr setup, you need more then just the camera. Most set ups end up being around 1500 dollars if not more
Sep 5 2012 7:10PM
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.qzyxya
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I think it'd be a better investment to get a cheap micro 4/3 body (or a normal sized dslr) than a camcorder since you can invest more later on. If you are only planning on making one purchase than yes a camcorder would probably be best. Panasonic M4/3 cameras are pretty good and can go for under $4-500
Sep 12 2012 11:20AM
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eheath
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i fucking hate you
Sep 12 2012 12:02PM
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.qzyxya
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alright then.
Sep 12 2012 12:34PM
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