I hope it's alright to post this here as I use FCP for editing. I know it's more Camera Based so please feel free to move or delete if I've posted this and it's not allowed.
Right Now:
Currently taking a video feed (Composite) of an overhead projector (while Power Point slides are being displayed) and recording it to Mini DV tape through the "VCR" mode on a Canon XL1s. Then transferring it into FCP to edit.
Would Like:
I'd like to find a camera (Flash, Hard Drive, etc) that would allow me to do the above, but then just drag and drop the digital file over to my Apple and FCP. OR even a digital recorder (DVR) would work to....trying to keep it simple and reliable.
Problem:
Can't find a camera (other than JVC Everio G) that offers an AV input.
I'm looking for a good recommendation of either a camera or a better way to do this. Problem is, I'd like to stay at or under $500 for hardware. I know the JVC is almost $500...might be my only possibility. I've also thought about dedicating a stand alone PC for just this purpose, but again would need some input on capture cards, etc for this.
Thanks a ton!