Independent Filmmaker

You want a camcorder with features such as high definition capture, 10x or higher zoom capabilities and selectable frame rates (24p or 30p). Invest in a camcorder that can sync up with professional lighting and sound accessories such as microphones and video lights. Shop around for high-quality video editing software for your computer and make sure it accepts the format from your digital camcorder with no hassles.

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1	Panasonic AG-HMC40 Professional 3MOS AVCHD Full-HD Camcorder 2.7 in. Touchscreen LCD - 12x Leica Dicomar lens More + Add to Shopzilla List		$1,995 to $1,999 Found at 4 stores
2	Sony HDV HVR-A1U Camcorder Image Device: 1/3 in. - Type: CMOS - Optical Zoom: 10X - Screen Size: 2.7 in. More + Add to Shopzilla List		$1,900 to $2,699 Found at 7 stores
3	Sony HDV HVR-HD1000U Shoulder-Mount High Definition Camcorder... Recording Format: HDV 1080i/60, DV(LP) 480i/60 More + Add to Shopzilla List		$1,574 to $1,950 Found at 4 stores
4	Canon GL2 MiniDV Camcorder Style: Horizontal - Optical Zoom: 20 X - Digital Zoom 100 X - With 2.5 in Screen More Rating: 9 reviews + Add to Shopzilla List		$1,779 to $3,292 Found at 4 stores

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