Panasonic WXF-1 and Sony AX53 are both great cameras in your budget and have cold shoe mounts for a microphone. I use a Rode Stereo Videomic Pro. Both cameras have excellent image stabilization, optical zoom, and low light modes. They also have a ring for manual focus which can be a huge plus.
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@catman529 - You rank them the same? Or one eek out over the other?
Canon G30 for sale on AT. If you all are gonna drop serious coin on a camera in hopes of a truly serious youtube channel or to get sponsorships/career going, BUY A 4K or higher camera. This will save you money in the long run. Soon the 1080p will be obsolete (if not already). I have friends that were turned down on company submission due to sub 4k quality.
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Thanks for the recommendations. 99% leaning AX53. Looks like it will meet my needs. Now to figure out a camera arm and other equipment needed...
How many use their cell phone to film?