subject: Top 5 Stock Video Websites [print this page] After using stock footage to supplement video productions for years, I have come to know and love some sites more than others. Here is a ranking of my top 5 favorite stock video websites:
#1 ShotSpy- http://shotspy.com
-The biggest stock footage marketplace out there with 500,000+ video clips
-A search engine so you see numerous stock footage libraries at once
-Links through to the sellers site where you have to sign up
-Excellent variety due to all the providers
-DVCAM, HDCAM, Beta, HD
#2 Pond5- http://pond5.com
-Over 200,000 stock video clips
-Website is easy to navigate and to make purchases
-Excellent variety in their library
-Excellent prices- $10 - $50 per clip
-DVCAM, HDCAM, HD and Beta
#3 Fotolia- http://fotolia.com
-Has 75,000 stock video clips
-Easy and quick to navigate and download
-Good variety in their library
-You can buy per clip or sign up for a subscription
-DVCAM, HDCAM, HD and Beta
#4 iStockphoto- http://istockphoto.com
-Over 250,000 stock video clips
-Website is easy to navigate and to make purchases
-Excellent selection in their library
-Monthly plan, pay-as-you-go or subscription options
