Still down from there is something you’re more likely to be working with. I would recommend DVCPRO HD, which the HVX200 uses to shoot in 1080p. It’s a great format because, unlike HDV, you don’t get these highly compressed images they start to show their weaknesses when you start to edit them.

Also, it’s important to note that you probably want to buy cameras that give you the option of shooting in 1080p because 1080i (interlaced) is not the best quality.