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Question

which one of these cameras would be best to use for filming

Aug 7, 2013 4:42PM PDT

I am looking to film high quality content. Which one of these cameras would be best to use:

Sony NEX-VG30H Handycam
http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i35/yo1yo1/sony_zpsa72426ac.jpg

Sony HDR-PJ430V High Definition Handycam Camcorder
http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i35/yo1yo1/sony2_zpsc1c10904.jpg

Sony HDR-CX550V 64GB High Definition Handycam Camcorder
http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i35/yo1yo1/sony3_zps545153b4.jpg

Sony HDR-CX12 High Definition Memory Stick PRO Duo Handycam Camcorder
http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i35/yo1yo1/sony4_zps9bfa03e4.jpg

Sony HDRCX580V High Definition Handycam 20.4 MP Camcorder
http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i35/yo1yo1/sony5_zps6e24dab7.jpg

Cannon VIXIA HF M52
http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i35/yo1yo1/vixia_hf_m52_586x186_zps1f8ab424.gif

CANON LEGRIA HF M52 Camcorder
http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i35/yo1yo1/cannon2_zps18de0b41.jpg

Panasonic HDC-SD90K 3D Compatible SD Memory Camcorder
http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i35/yo1yo1/panasonic_zps4bae892b.jpg

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Answer
That's a long list.
Aug 7, 2013 4:53PM PDT

Many are nearly the same or trying to cater to the same market so with that out of the way, cut the list the simple ways. Dismiss the highest cost unless there is a reason. Same for the lowest cost.

Consider what you film with now and in the past as a guide. Then the last thing is what you've heard many times and some flame out over it. The camera does not make the shot.
Bob

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Thanks
Aug 8, 2013 2:38AM PDT

thanx for your opinion. I will take that into consideration.

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Looking for a Camera?
Aug 10, 2013 1:43AM PDT

I agree with R Proffitt above - shorten your list depending on what your own criteria is e.g price, make, etc. and then look where you can get the best deal.
I also had trouble finding the right camera but finally found a site that not only had great deals but also had some brief review on the camera itself. The site is PhotoStore and has a large selection to choose from.

Hope you find what you are looking for.