http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ Videomaker Community Forums » Tag: aspiring - Recent Posts en Thu, 16 Feb 2012 17:57:03 +0000 http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/aspiring-videographer-seeking-advice#post-54817 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 03:17:45 +0000 jjvidplus 54817@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> It's been my experience to use something of professional quality--perhaps a Panasonic PV-GS150 or similar model.  It's a consumer cam, but uses the same technology as their broadcast models.  As far as prosumer models, the AG-DVC20 (which I just purchased on eBay) is good.  Some reviews are negative, but I wouldn't worry.  Accessories should include extra batteries, filters, a wide angle lens and solid tripods--Manfrotto or Sunpak.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/aspiring-videographer-seeking-advice#post-34375 Mon, 31 Dec 2007 08:25:50 +0000 rtimusic 34375@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> I'm an aspiring videographer who hopes to penetrate the market of video coverage (audio visual presentations, music videos, &amp; wedding coverages).  I've been reading and researching a lot and I'm finally about to buy a Panasonic agvhx200.  I'd like to ask for help on what kind of secondary videocam (something that's below $1500) I can get so my video quality doesn't differ too much from the agvhx200.  I plan to use the secondary camera as an unmanned camera for my wide shots.   Also, what kind of mics (I was thinking of a lapel mic &amp; a boom mic -- what's a good affordable brand) &amp; lights should I get initially? What kind of accessories should I have for a start?  Thanks.</p>