best digital camcorder under $1000 usd -- nikon d5100?

[directdrive]

I am about to buy this camera, because according to my research its the best setup for under a grand. am I making a mistake?

 

[Kim Welch]

D5100 Digital SLR Camera

D5100 Digital SLR Camera

D5100 Digital SLR Camera

16.2 MP DX-Format CMOS Sensor
3.0" Vari-Angle 921K Resolution LCD
1080p HD Movies w/Full Time Autofocus
Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Lens
35mm Equivalent: 27-82.5mm Lens
In-Camera Special Effects Mode
Fast 11-Point Autofocus System
In-Camera HDR (High Dynamic Range)
ISO Sensitivity 100-6400
Built-In Speedlight Flash With i-TTL

It doesn't look bad. Let us know.

 

[Kim Welch]

Why didn't you go for a Canon? I'm wondering, since Canon DSLRs like the T3i offered a flip screen and manual audio levels at a similar price. The D5100 is still a good camera for stills and video; plan on an external mic for the best sound.

 

[directdrive]

I know people love canon for film, but this camera looks like it has better specs. Also I am partial to nikon (for photos, but vids I have seen on this one looks great online)... I can get the t3i for same price give or take, should I?

 

[Kim Welch]

Online video

Online video

making videos for online is a growing business and these days it is a part of camera choice.

 

[garychencool]

so far, ive seen Canon do a better job with DSLR video than Nikon or Sony, also you can get this thing for canons to really mess with the controls