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Multimedia Reporter's Tool Kit
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Canon PowerShot A590IS 8MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Image Stabilized ZoomCanon PowerShot A590IS 8MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom
Buy new: $269.99 / Used from: $109.00
A very affordable, highly rated Canon point-and-shoot. Can shoot video in a pinch.
Canon PSC-85 Deluxe Soft Case for Canon Powershot A650IS and A720ISCanon PSC-85 Deluxe Soft Case for Canon Powershot A650IS and A720IS
Buy new: $7.99
Camera case to protect your investment.
Flip Mino Camcorder, 60 Minutes (Black)Flip Mino Camcorder, 60 Minutes (Black)
Buy new: Too low to display / Used from: $55.00
Great little camcorder. Perfect for shooting web quality video at bargain basement prices.
Olympus VN-4100PC Digital Voice RecorderOlympus VN-4100PC Digital Voice Recorder
Buy new: $204.89 / Used from: $93.99
Record interviews or add another source for gathering audio for your video. Example: Crowded conference room with a panel of guests. Shoot the wide shot, but place the voice recorder on the dias.
Joby GP1-E1EN Gorillapod Flexible Tripod (Grey)Joby GP1-E1EN Gorillapod Flexible Tripod (Grey)
Buy new: Too low to display / Used from: $9.99
This little flex tripod will come in handy. Just find a place to anchor it and frame your shot for steady stills and video. Will work for both camcorders and digi-cams alike (universal threads)
Flip MinoHD Camcorder, 60 Minutes (Black)Flip MinoHD Camcorder, 60 Minutes (Black)
Buy new: Too low to display / Used from: $138.00
If you have HD web capability, this is an inexpensive way to take your footage. I have one. Pretty good light sensitivity for the price.