Questions About Buying a Camera for Video

Nightengale · 07-29-2009, 05:00 PM

Hi all,

I've been considering buying a camera for posting and using online videos. Several people have recommended the Flip camera. I noticed that it doesn't have a screen that swivels out though. So if you're shooting yourself, how in the world do you know if your shot includes your head or just the sky (or ceiling) behind you?

I'm confused and want to make the right decision.

Thanks,
Michelle

Nightengale · 07-29-2009, 05:53 PM

Someone? Anyone?

Robert Oliver · 07-29-2009, 06:42 PM

Josh Anderson is the expert on this subject.

There have been several threads in the past
on this topic as of 6-8 weeks ago I think..

Do a search in the forum. You should find your
answer.

Robert

Dave777 · 07-29-2009, 06:54 PM

I think this is one of the threads Robert is referring to...

What Video Camera Do You Use/Suggest for Video Marketing

Dave

donnyg18 · 07-29-2009, 06:59 PM

I would recommend a flip camera just because the ease of uploading and the quality that it provides when making videos. I would recommend asking a friend to help you shoot videos or do a couple test shots and see where the camera is actually lined up with

Habitat · 07-29-2009, 07:14 PM

A Flip Ultra with one of those mini tripods work great. Might as well get it in HD!

midasman09 · 07-29-2009, 08:31 PM

Use a "WebCam". I've had sound problems with MicroSoft's LifeCam and went to the Logitech QuickCam. (The top of the line is only $80 as I recall)

Easy to make and upload Videos. And, you can see yourself on your pc screen while filming so you can stay inside the frame at all times.

Midas Man

07-29-2009, 05:00 PM	#1
Nightengale Senior Warrior Member War Room Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: West Palm Beach, FL, USA. Posts: 1,425 Thanks: 299 Thanked 350 Times in 189 Posts Social Networking	Questions About Buying a Camera for Video Hi all, I've been considering buying a camera for posting and using online videos. Several people have recommended the Flip camera. I noticed that it doesn't have a screen that swivels out though. So if you're shooting yourself, how in the world do you know if your shot includes your head or just the sky (or ceiling) behind you? I'm confused and want to make the right decision. Thanks, Michelle

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Nightengale Senior Warrior Member War Room Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: West Palm Beach, FL, USA. Posts: 1,425 Thanks: 299 Thanked 350 Times in 189 Posts Social Networking	Re: Questions About Buying a Camera for Video Someone? Anyone?

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Robert Oliver Corporate Sales Pro War Room Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Texas, USA. Posts: 920 Thanks: 11 Thanked 135 Times in 99 Posts Contact Info	Re: Questions About Buying a Camera for Video Josh Anderson is the expert on this subject. There have been several threads in the past on this topic as of 6-8 weeks ago I think.. Do a search in the forum. You should find your answer. Robert
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donnyg18 Active Warrior War Room Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Atlanta Posts: 84 Thanks: 3 Thanked 10 Times in 7 Posts Social Networking Contact Info	Re: Questions About Buying a Camera for Video I would recommend a flip camera just because the ease of uploading and the quality that it provides when making videos. I would recommend asking a friend to help you shoot videos or do a couple test shots and see where the camera is actually lined up with
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midasman09 Advanced Warrior Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 622 Thanks: 5 Thanked 649 Times in 220 Posts	Re: Questions About Buying a Camera for Video Use a "WebCam". I've had sound problems with MicroSoft's LifeCam and went to the Logitech QuickCam. (The top of the line is only $80 as I recall) Easy to make and upload Videos. And, you can see yourself on your pc screen while filming so you can stay inside the frame at all times. Midas Man