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« on: May 27, 2015, 02:31:00 pm »

Every now and then I work on games in the garage and maybe I havent found anything on youtube that covers it, so though about recording the fix.

What is a good entry level videocamera that does 1080p with enough storage for longer record times (ie. 30mins or more).
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« Reply #1 on: May 27, 2015, 03:39:08 pm »

go pros are actually pretty decent for video, there are a ton of sub $200 cameras that are good enough.
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« Reply #2 on: May 27, 2015, 04:00:59 pm »

Was looking at those, but dont think they have a viewfinder/display.   Is that a separate add-on?
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« Reply #3 on: May 27, 2015, 08:21:55 pm »

After a bit of research, settled on this camcorder.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HLDFTRS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Supports external mic, 1080p60, optical zoom, removable storage, lower price point, and I think a tripod mount for a rolling tripod.
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« Reply #4 on: May 27, 2015, 08:46:53 pm »

After a bit of research, settled on this camcorder.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HLDFTRS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Supports external mic, 1080p60, optical zoom, removable storage, lower price point, and I think a tripod mount for a rolling tripod.

I think you made a good choice! Be sure to post links here once you upload some vids.
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« Reply #5 on: May 28, 2015, 07:17:39 am »

Hmmm, what is your goal with the camera?
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« Reply #6 on: June 02, 2015, 05:36:40 am »

Two fold, youtube camera for my daughter who likes to do makeup and misc videos.

Also, misc youtube video for myself to focus on some arcade repair (pcb work, cabinets, etc) of things that I might be fixing/working on that I havent seen on youtube yet.
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« Reply #7 on: June 02, 2015, 10:42:31 pm »

Every now and then I work on games in the garage and maybe I havent found anything on youtube that covers it, so though about recording the fix.

What is a good entry level videocamera that does 1080p with enough storage for longer record times (ie. 30mins or more).

I find myself doing the same thing. 
Most of the time the videos speed right by the trouble/fix
but I guess that's good in a way because you will learn more with less help.
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« Reply #8 on: June 03, 2015, 11:38:50 am »

After a bit of research, settled on this camcorder.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HLDFTRS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Supports external mic, 1080p60, optical zoom, removable storage, lower price point, and I think a tripod mount for a rolling tripod.

If you haven't already made the purchase or don't mind returning.  B&H has a sale on the next model up, The R50 (has 8GB internal mem) for $250.  http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1023204-REG/canon_8gb_vixia_hf_r50.html

Model Comparisons:
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/compare/Canon_HF_R500_vs_Canon_HF_R50_vs_Canon_HF_R52/BHitems/1023206-REG_1023204-REG_1023205-REG

Overall either way you go, it sounds like a nice camcorder!
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« Reply #9 on: June 03, 2015, 12:21:25 pm »

Bought this refurbished (hopefully it is like new, should be here any day now for me to confirm) for $179 on amazon.com.

I picked the r500 because I dont need some of the features of the other models (ie. control it via wifi, etc) and the r600 is basically the same.

I'll probably buy a bunch of 32GB SDHC cards for it as the price point is good.

Here is a good review on youtube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JWd1HuKubJ4
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« Reply #10 on: June 04, 2015, 04:46:32 pm »

Got the camcorder in the mail today.

Looks brand new and works perfectly.

Was in original unopened Canon packaging that was labeled refurbished.

The refurbished label saved me $80.
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« Reply #11 on: June 04, 2015, 10:03:08 pm »

I need to find out what Tripod John uses, I need one with wheels.

I also need to get a light kit.

Here is a very low light video using the camcorder of my Frogger.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60aLBvO-U9E
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« Reply #12 on: June 05, 2015, 09:19:14 am »

I need to find out what Tripod John uses, I need one with wheels.

I also need to get a light kit.

Here is a very low light video using the camcorder of my Frogger.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60aLBvO-U9E

Funny you mentioned the tripod, I was re-watching last years funspot video last night and John mentioned Dan Reed gave it to him.  'danreedphoto' is in the chat frequently, might want to ask if you see him there. Providing you don't get a response here in the meantime.  It looks similar to this in person.  http://www.ecvv.com/product/3918924.html
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« Reply #13 on: June 05, 2015, 10:04:45 am »

The wheels are not built into the tripod.

It's this:

http://www.amazon.com/Ravelli-ATD-Professional-Tripod-Camera/dp/B000YB862E/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1433516661&sr=8-1&keywords=tripod+dolly&pebp=1433516420669&perid=1E0X3AN9FGSAVK96FQE6
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« Reply #14 on: July 01, 2015, 06:18:04 pm »

Day footage using the camera while on a recent trip to the Bahamas, for a sub $200 camera, I'm very happy with it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vS71doe9SUU&t=40
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