Video editing doesn't take a monster computer or a fancy camera.
Tools Required:
Camera - MiniDV camera works best because it is the most reliable and easiest to use.
Capturing the video from the camera:
If you have an older video camera VHS or 8mm, you will need a video capture card or device such as the Dazzle [1].
All you need if you have a digital video camera (MiniDV, DVD or HDD) is a firewire port on your computer and a firewire cord.
For best results you should have at least a 2Ghz processor and 1GB of RAM. The more hard drive space, the better.
You will also need a good piece of software such as Adobe Premier Elements or Ulead Video Studio.
Links:
[1] http://www.pinnaclesys.com/PublicSite/us/Products/Consumer+Products/Dazzle/Dazzle+Video+Archiving/Dazzle+Video+Creator+Platinum
[2] https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_xclick&business=rick@yourpcpartner.com&item_name=Buy
[3] http://www.helpmerick.com/node/1469
[4] http://www.helpmerick.com/node/1467