question about video on website

[kdoc175]

I am wanting to put "how to" videos (approximately 3-10 minutes long) on my website. I have two questions:

1. Can anyone recommend what equipment or software I should get to make good quality videos? I plan on recording them and editing them myself. Currently I have a Sony DCR-SX44 handycam and have played with video in Windows Movie Maker. Is there a better software to use for video editing?

2. Is there a good microphone or sound capturing device I should be using? I figure I'll use the sound from when I'm recording video but also may want to do voice overs later in editing the video.

I appreciate any advice as I am completely new to all this. Thank you.

[katereber]

Making video does not need expensive equipment, but having the right stuff helps. A good camcorder, editing computer and accessories will improve the quality and ease of all your video-making.

Choose the Right Camcorder
Choose the Right Microphone
Video Tripods
Video Bags

For more information, visit the link below..

http://desktopvideo.about.com/od/videoprojects/u/makingvideos.htm

Hope it can help..