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Filmmaking on a budget
By an Amazon.com customer
Panasonic Pro AG-DVX100A 3-CCD MiniDV Proline Camcorder w/10x Optical ZoomPanasonic Pro AG-DVX100A 3-CCD MiniDV Proline Camcorder w/10x Optical Zoom
Buy used from: $1,200.00
The best standard definition camcorder out there
Bogen / Manfrotto 501 Pro Video Fluid Head TripodBogen / Manfrotto 501 Pro Video Fluid Head Tripod
Buy used from: $219.99
Smoth moving tripod head for pans and tilts
Manfrotto 3001PRO Professional Tripod without Head (Silver)Manfrotto 3001PRO Professional Tripod without Head (Silver)
Buy new: $302.57 / Used from: $200.00
A very steady set of tripod legs
Audio-Technica AT835b - MicrophoneAudio-Technica AT835b - Microphone
Buy used from: $199.00
Shotgun microphones pick up dialog with little background noise
Gitzo G557C - Microphone holder - black - anodized aluminumGitzo G557C - Microphone holder - black - anodized aluminum
Use a boom pole to get in close to the action
Audio-technica AUAT8415 Shock MountAudio-technica AUAT8415 Shock Mount
Buy new: $54.95
The shock mount reduces noise from handling the microphone
C25J Mic CableC25J Mic Cable
Buy new: $18.84
Cable to connect the microphone to the camcorder
Sennheiser HD 202  HeadphonesSennheiser HD 202 Headphones
Buy new: $21.95 / Used from: $29.99
To listen to the audio while it's being recorded
3.5mm Stereo Headphone Extension 15 ft. Straight3.5mm Stereo Headphone Extension 15 ft. Straight
Buy new: $4.70
Gives to boom operator room to move around
Panasonic AY-DVM60EJ3 MiniDV Tapes (60 Minute, 3 Pack)Panasonic AY-DVM60EJ3 MiniDV Tapes (60 Minute, 3 Pack)
Buy new: $9.66
Good quality tapes to record onto
Northern Industrial 1000 Watt Twin Head Halogen Tripod LightNorthern Industrial 1000 Watt Twin Head Halogen Tripod Light
Buy new: $39.99
A cheap alternative to a lowel lighting kit
Rosco Roscolux Light Tough Spun, 20" x 24" Sheet of Light Diffusing MaterialRosco Roscolux Light Tough Spun, 20" x 24" Sheet of Light Diffusing Material
Buy new: $6.50
Diffuses the light, softer shadows
Westcott Muslin Sheet Background, 10' x 12', Chroma-Key GreenWestcott Muslin Sheet Background, 10' x 12', Chroma-Key Green
Buy new: $122.57
Have a virtual set
Coleman Cable 02407 14/3 SJTW Vinyl Outdoor Extension Cord, Red, 25-FootColeman Cable 02407 14/3 SJTW Vinyl Outdoor Extension Cord, Red, 25-Foot
Buy new: $12.85
There is never an outlet where you need one
Tripp Lite TLP606 6-Outlet Surge Protector (750 Joules)Tripp Lite TLP606 6-Outlet Surge Protector (750 Joules)
Buy new: $11.08
There are never enough outlets
Permacell Gaffer Tape 50 Yards x 2"- BlackPermacell Gaffer Tape 50 Yards x 2"- Black
Buy new: $26.95
Used to secure cables and other items
Gray (Duct) Tape - 2in. x 60 Yard LengthGray (Duct) Tape - 2in. x 60 Yard Length
Buy new: $6.50
Cheap alternative to gaffers tape
Avid Xpress DV 4.0 Win/MacAvid Xpress DV 4.0 Win/Mac
Edit the video like professionals do
Belkin F3N401-06-ICE IEEE 1394 4-Pin/6-Pin 400 Mbps FireWire Cable (6 Feet)Belkin F3N401-06-ICE IEEE 1394 4-Pin/6-Pin 400 Mbps FireWire Cable (6 Feet)
Buy new: $7.50 / Used from: $8.47
Connects the camcorder to the computer