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As Paul said, ?400 will only get you started so with that little money, you'll have to manage expectations.

Depending on what you want to achieve in your videos and photos, you will need to consider other things such as lighting, external microphones for starters.

I shoot video and stills solely with a DSLR (I paid about ?600) but I've spent a lot more than ?400 on other gear.

Thanks for that advice. To be honest at the moment I'm seeing it as just a bit of fun as I have always liked the idea of doing it.

If after a while I want to take it a bit more serious then I will look at investing more into it with a better camera, lighting etc. As for model fees, I will be looking at escorts who allow filming in bookings and that type of thing.

I'm completely new to it though so really appreciate the comments, don't suppose anyone knows of anyone allows interested people to shadow them on a shoot and observe things from there?

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We Sony camcorders as they film crisp & clean in 1080p AVCHD 50/60 frames a second & they are within the price range, they are easy to load up on your computer & very user friendly.

We also uses a sony NEX 5D which films excellent HD film & 16mp photos with inter changeable lenses but you are looking at the ?550-?700 mark for this camera.

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That WAS meant as a JOKE (a bit of FUN if you like)

No disrespect

No KTG shadowing as you called it is a no no as far as most (all) are concerned... Models do not like randoms standing around... I get asked by tons of people to come on my shoots... I would be a rich man I guess if I let them...

Like everything it costs money... go on group shoots maybe is the closest your going to get... apart from that trial and error... unless someone know's something I dont ?

At that budget you will be able to get a good HD video camera that will get you started. I've seen video shot with small pocket sized HD camera's and produce very good saleable results. There will be limitations though.

Good useable lighting kits can be bought for not much, e.g. this one on ebay - http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/200728993624? ... 1423.l2649

I'm sure the pro's will scoff but this will get you started and is more than adequate for producing reasonable amatuer movies.

I wont scoff... you should of seen what we started out with ! Every one has to start somewhere Good luck...

Im pretty sure I was the first pornographer to start out with the first 3 chip camcorder from Panasonic in the late 90's when all my peers were on the VX2000

Shot a whole series of OEJ on it too before moving up to the PD150 and now the Z7...Um ahing about the Canon Mk3 or C300 but who am I kidding, if I had the green I would have them right now

All this film gear costs a lot of money if you factor in post production and all the other bits too

Probably the most important consideration to avoid disappointment is an experienced professional model, (but take claimed dress sizes with a pinch of salt).

However, you need to have a think before taking the plunge. Even if you only require so called 'amateur' type material, when shooting with just a DSLR disappointment is almost inevitable.

Unless you will be satisfied with;
hard flat lighting, which shows up every pore and pimple;
deep flat shadows with knife sharp edges;
over exposed blonde hair on top, but pussy unseen in deep black shadow;
and so on;
you will need to consider off camera lighting, or limit yourself to shooting in professional studios, or daylight.

My guess is that you would follow the same path as me. I started with only a Canon EOS450D. Now over three thousand pounds later (including models' fees), I am lugging round umbrellas, lighting stands etc, and upgraded to an EOS550D. And to keep up I should really upgrade to a 600D. However, the lovely ladies I have met mean it is all worthwhile.

If you do start out with only a DSLR, I would say that hiring a studio is the best bet. Studio owners usually stay with you while the lighting and exposure is sorted out. A professional studio and a professional model will go a long way towards a successful shoot.

A further consideration is that when choosing a first DSLR, you are committing to a specific manufacturer, because when upgrading to a newer camera model, you will want your existing equipment, lenses, flashes etc, to fit it.

Videoing with a DSLR
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Recording length limitations

One major aspect of capturing video you need to be aware of is the recording length limitation of your DSLR. Your camera can only record video for a finite amount of time before you need to stop it (or it stops recording). This recording limitation usually varies from 5?20 minutes per clip (dependent on frame size, frame rate, and manufacturer). These limits might not seem like severe restrictions. But if you?ve used a traditional video camera, you?ll be rudely awakened by the fact that most video-enabled DSLRs have such short recording length limitations.

Why do DSLRs have a time limit? Most video-enabled DSLRs format their memory cards using the Windows FAT32 file system. This system limits files to 4GB or about 12 minutes of continuous recording. Other manufacturers impose even lower limits due to hardware performance. Although this time limit might sound crippling, in most cases you can work around it. If you?re recording an interview or event that consists of long segments, make sure you know your camera?s limitations. Remember, you can tap the record button once to finalize the current clip and then tape again to start recording a new one.
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