If resolution is not critical, and you have access to a Hi-8mm video camera, you can download directly to a Power Mac 8500 without even using tape. That's of course if you have a MAC. Total cost would be around $6,000 for both and you still have a cool computer to work with when you're not filming. You can add sound and edit as much as you want into a movie. An Epson printer will provide good color output for another $500.