Hey all,
I am going to be coming back to the US this summer, and would like to invest in a laptop and camera to begin my indy film venture. I'm not looking for the best camera out there, but a digital camera that filmmakers would recommend for beginners. Also, would anyone here recommend that I switch to Mac? If so, what would be the best Mac for the money for a filmmaker?
Thanks!
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Best Laptop and Camera Combo for Filmmaking
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sadida
, Mar 06 2007 07:58 PM
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NClarke
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Posted 07 March 2007 - 10:14 AM
Take a look at this thread for info on a camera.
If you have the budget (I think you should be able to get one under 2k used, I think the consensus among most people is the Panasonic DVX-100. It gives you the right amount of user control, but at the same time is not overwhelming. Most film makers like them because of the 24p option which gives a more "filmic" look.
In terms of computers obviously you are going to get a range of opinions. At work, I edit on Avid Adrenalines running on Windows. At home I edit on a Mac based Avid Xpress Pro system. Far and away my experience is MUCH better on the Mac. This will only improve if you use Final Cut - this is one case where it is a good thing where the same manufacturer makes the hardware, the OS and the software. You'll pay more, but in my opinion it is worth it. I can't tell you how many times a Windows update has screwed up Avid. Plus I would wait until Windows Vista is a little more battle proven.
One thing to look out for though. At this moment in time programs like Avid and I believe some Adobe programs are not compatible with Intel macs. I believe that will be changing by spring when these companies role out new products at NAB.
If you have the budget (I think you should be able to get one under 2k used, I think the consensus among most people is the Panasonic DVX-100. It gives you the right amount of user control, but at the same time is not overwhelming. Most film makers like them because of the 24p option which gives a more "filmic" look.
In terms of computers obviously you are going to get a range of opinions. At work, I edit on Avid Adrenalines running on Windows. At home I edit on a Mac based Avid Xpress Pro system. Far and away my experience is MUCH better on the Mac. This will only improve if you use Final Cut - this is one case where it is a good thing where the same manufacturer makes the hardware, the OS and the software. You'll pay more, but in my opinion it is worth it. I can't tell you how many times a Windows update has screwed up Avid. Plus I would wait until Windows Vista is a little more battle proven.
One thing to look out for though. At this moment in time programs like Avid and I believe some Adobe programs are not compatible with Intel macs. I believe that will be changing by spring when these companies role out new products at NAB.
