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Annoying, sure, but calling it a "deal breaker" seems a bit overboard...

Why, exactly, is that such a big deal to you?? :huh:

DSLR's aren't "hard" to control for video so much as they're not going to really do anything for you automatically. You're looking at all manual operation, which is actually a good thing. More control over the video = better video. (and lots of opportunities to learn!) A good used Canon T2i...

I'll echo rayw on the length of your spot... For something like that :60 would be the max, but really it's too long even then. People's attentions spans are NOT what they used to be. I'd cut the script down to a nice tight :30 that only hits on the most important points, and have your VO talent...

I'd look at the Sony HXR-NX70U (http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/761581-REG/Sony_HXR_NX70U_HXR_NX70_Compact_Dust_and.html) Run the shotgun mic on one channel, or replace it with an Audio Technica AT4053b, up to you. Keep a lav (wireless or not, again up to you) for the second channel and...

I would take a serious look at the Nikon D5100, it's on sale for $596 with the kit lens at B&H right now (http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/764102-REG/Nikon_D_5100_Digital_SLR_Camera.html). Then you'll need to work on your audio acquisition...

I would seriously consider the Canon 5DmkII. Prices are way down, and it still has that beautiful sensor that started all this madness. And it's much cheaper to set up than a BMCC. Don't forget, for three grand with the Black Magic, you *only* get the camera (and software). No lenses, and no...

I'd spend a little time with a DOF calculator, so you'll know what to expect from the different focal length and aperture combinations. If you've got a smartphone there are DOF apps available. Sometimes you'll want shallow DOF, sometimes you'll want deeper DOF, and different focal lengths...

I've got a great old Spiratone M42 mount 28mm f/2.8. It only cost $35, including the adapter. :D

With adapters you can use any old Nikon/Nikkor F mount lenses, as well as any M42 screw mount lenses, many of which are available on ebay for very little.

It's awesome. So many useful features, but it's worth it for the focus peaking alone!

Congratulations, and welcome to the wonderful world of DSLR video! To help you on your journey I offer these two words... Magic Lantern. :D

I would recommend the Manfrotto 504HD head/546B legs combo. I use an older version and it's been very dependable.

The T3i is a great camera, and will save you some money toward glass, but there is definitely something about the sensor in the 5DmkII that the T3i can't touch. It has a certain look that smaller sensors can't match, which is why it's been the "go to" DSLR for video. That said, I've been...

I couldn't have said it better! As far as the "cinematic look" goes, you can get it from any of the cameras mentioned... It's mostly in the lighting and the grade anyway. ;)

P2 will do the job well, to be sure, but they're also budget-busters. A 16GB Panasonic P2 card costs $399. A 16GB Sandisk Class 10 SDHC card can be had for under $20. It just doesn't make sense to recommend a format like that to someone, unless they've got piles of money they're looking to...

I'm wondering why you're considering P2 at all? :huh: I work with P2 on a daily basis, and would never recommend it to anyone looking to buy into a camera system.