Which camera is best for creating You Tube videos on a limited budget?

Eric T.
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Semi-pro music composer 5+ years working on games & films! I also compete in short film competitions! #gamesound

 

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Shopper conversation with Eric T. on August 05, 2016

I need a camera that I can do You tube videos well but limited budget. need auto focus
Eric T.
hi there! how can I help?
do you have a video question?
I want to do You tube videos but need a good camera on a limited budget Have a canon 10d and lenses what do you suggest
Eric T.
good questions. what is your price range?
and you have a few canon lenses already i assume?
I am 70 years old and on a fixed income so best I can get for the least amount of money
Eric T.
alright
do you need audio equipment too?
Im thinking of a t5i would be good for you
but there are different packages of accessories. some with tripods and mics
I was hoping to get something used if possible
Eric T.
we have an open box t5i right now
you could use the lenses you already have
$539.00 is the actua; price not 649
what do you think about the Nikon s9900
Eric T.
that would also work, its much cheaper
you will get better video from the rebel ofc but I think
Yep you have them referb for 229
Eric T.
yes we do :-)
it really depends on how deep you want to get into it
and it has a flip out screen so I can make sure everything is in frame
Eric T.
good point
do you know if it has a audio jack?
Eric T.
It does not unfortunately
only downside to that camera
im still looking through
hold on
I think this might be what you are looking for
flip screen hd video and mic input?
I run Grandpas Vapes on Line and want to expand and thought this would help!
Does it have remote control
Eric T.
I dont think so
you might be able to get one actually i need to confirm
one moment
take your time iam not going any where
Eric T.
there is no remote control option it seems
well the audio can be mixed but it is a pain in the butt! May be s9900 is the immediate answer
Eric T.
you shouldn't have to mix it if you use an external mic.
I think the s9900 is great apart from no mic input
Well true I could wifi every thing to my surface pro 4
Eric T.
sure
with an external mic how do I connect it to the video
Eric T.
it would be in the video file
no editing should be needed
Don't under stand the audio mic would have t be hooked to the camera wouldn't it?
Eric T.
oh you mean with a completely separate mic. yes you are right about that. you would need to edit it in with some video editing software.
if its connected to the camera you wouldnt need to like with the vixia
I don't think the internal mic will work well enough
Eric T.
no probably not. did you want me to pull up an external recorder?
No you have answered all my questions and I do appreciate it I think I will buy the DMC-ZS45 you have used and play around with it and see if I can make it work. Thanks for all the help! Grandpa of Grandpas Vapes
Eric T.
sounds great! let us know if you need any more help
You guys have always been my resource for all my photographic needs so thanks again! It is already in my cart
Eric T.
Alrght. thanks for chatting