It is also beneficial to read published scripts and screenplays. If you are still writing, one resource that is just as important as The Screenwriter's Bible is a program called Final Draft. It's a film class in your very own computer. Of course, you'll need one of these. Because cameras come in a variety of types and formats, you'll have to shop around once you have decided what type of film you will be making.
Cameras can vary from film size to digital effects capabilities.
This will cut down on the shakiness of hand-held shooting. It's also helpful to have at least a 20x optical zoom. There are a few nice cameras by Cannon. And just off the shelf is the Panasonic Mini DV Camcorder. It weighs only 4.8 lbs.