What camera is best for independent film making on a tight budget?

Hi, I am wondering what camera would be best for independent film making on a tight budget? I have written a script for an independent horror themed film I want to create, but I am not sure what camera I should use. I don't want to go into the the thousands for the camera alone since then I'd need the tripod, and other accessories for it. So is there any suggestions on what camera I should get?|||Worlds first consumer interchangeable NEX HandyCam


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I so want this. The creativity you have is astounding.|||Film cameras, the good ones, are terribly expensive. Video cameras on the other hand can be pretty reasonable but, it's still going to be a few thousand to buy one.





Why don't you look into renting a camera - there are companies that do that. I've been to a rather large outfit in DFW that rents to the likes of Costner and others.|||The season finale of the series 'House' was filmed entirely with a Canon 5D Mark II using Canon EF lenses. A 5D Mark II w/24-105mm f4L IS USM lens will cost you $3,299.95 at B%26amp;H:


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You might be able to accomplish your goal with a Pentax K-x w/18-55mm f3.5-5.6 lens for $549.95 at B%26amp;H. Here is a real-world, hands-on review of the K-x:


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A friend of mine got that one 3 months ago and he is really pleased with it.


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