Hello!
I am getting back into the business. A previous client has commisioned a "documentary" of his life. He wants me to shoot an interview with him where he basically tells his life story after which I will edit the raw video incorporating family photos and music.
In the late 80's/early 90's I did some work for him using a prosumer Sony hi-8 camera which worked fine at the time. At that time I edited the final product (linear editing).
Years later everything has changed. I am familiar with some non-linear editing systems and have that end pretty well covered.
What camera to buy? Should I stick with SD? Something like the PD-170 (or VX2100) or should I buy the HVR-z1u? I plan to also use this camera to document my own extended family history and do some more similar "family documentary" type projects.
Any help is appreciated.