Hi Mia
Kodak Zi8 can take an external mic input and is easy to use. Getting clips into the computer is really straightforward too.
For sound key issue is background noise (fans, electromagnetic noise from machines etc). Using an ext mic makes a huge difference.
Good luck with it.
Martin
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On 7 Jan 2011, at 15:24, "Ridge Mia" <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
> Hi,
>
> we're looking at a project working with musicians and performers, and
> wanted to record vox pops and behind-the-scenes type footage - would a
> Flip camera have decent-enough sound for this, or is there a similarly
> inexpensive and user-friendly video camera we should look at instead?
>
> cheers, Mia
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