Filming

[riofaded]

The event I need to record is close, and I'm tring to find out which is the best digital camcorder for DV films. Also, specifics to look for in DV camcorders.[/b]

[guns1inger]

3 CCD's, high quality lens, optical stabiliser, good level of optical zoom.

What's your budget ?

[riofaded]

Tring to stay less than $500 if I can. Also, is megapixel important?

[riofaded]

Thanks gunslinger, I saw some prices for the Canon XLIS with 3.2 megapixel. I have to get my weight up $$$

[guns1inger]

Megapixal usually doesn't play a large part in the video side of things, but is important if you want the camera to double for a still camera as well. Having said that, you are better to get a good video camera with no still feature, than an ok video camera that takes photos. You will always get better stills from a dedicated still camera.

[ZAPPER]

What's the event? Tri-pod and lights can be as important as the cam.

[guns1inger]

Very good point