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Looking for low end camera - used?
by Joel42 on Jul 23, 2007 at 1:40:04 am

Ok, I bought the RODE Video mic with 1/8 plug. And my Handycam failed.
I'm at the LOW end of the market obviously.

What are your recommendations for used equipment? NW is preferred, but I'd drive to SouthEast for a good deal.

The entry level SONY's appear to have DROPPED mic inputs.

I don't think I can afford any HD equip. Thought maybe someone who went HD might have an extra DV they would let go for less $. (Dreaming?)

Most of my work is "man-on-the-street" interviews, family documentaries, etc. (and my adult kids steal off to make short indie films.)

Looking for all suggestions. really appreciate the wealth of knowledge in this group!

--Joel

iMac family,

G4 - iMac, eMac, mini, and new dual macBook

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Re: Looking for low end camera - used?
by jdwegley on Jul 23, 2007 at 6:36:04 pm

What is your price range? $1000 to 500? Less?

David Wegley

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Re: Looking for low end camera - used?
by Anthony Miles on Jul 25, 2007 at 2:17:03 pm

I have a Sony HVR Z1U HDV I would let go for about $2600 with 3 large batteries. It is used but in good condition. Great camera, good price for HD with XLR inputs.

Contact Anthony Miles
602-568-8652

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Re: Looking for low end camera - used? Maybe CANON?
by Joel42 on Jul 29, 2007 at 9:57:14 pm

Yep, Really low end. I'm thinking 300- $500. We've cut the home budget WAY back, as we've got three in college all at the same time. (I know, what crummy planning was that?). And I understand, you have to pay good $ for quality. I'm just freaked out on the SONY stuff now. I thought the soft touch buttons on screen were a very flexible, great idea. Till the screen stopped working. I heard good reviews on CANON ELURA 100, but seems like they're discontinued?

iMac family,

G4 - iMac, eMac, mini, and new dual macBook

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Re: Looking for low end camera - used? Maybe CANON?
by Steve Wargo on Aug 12, 2007 at 4:46:50 pm

[Joel42] "(I know, what crummy planning was that?)."

What were you thinking of at the time?

Oops, never mind.

Steve Wargo
Tempe, Arizona
It's a dry heat!

Sony HDCAM F-900 & HDW-2000/1 deck
5 Final Cut Pro systems
Sony HVR-M25 HDV deck

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