Nikon D5100 for video or a Canon DSLR?

I'm trying to pick out the best dslr under $1000, that shoots good quality video. I'm really into making movies and I've seen many filmmakers use Canon.

Well "filmmakers" would use film cameras not digital cameras.

I'm a Canon guy and I like my results so Canon is what I recommend.

Here's an example of what I'm getting.

Go with Canon! The video quality is outstanding with 1080p videos. A good dslr under a $1000 would probably be the Canon T3i with the swivel screen for different angles while filming. Also you would want different lenses as well.

Video on a DSLR, the answer is simple - Sony

Checkout the very basic SLT A37, http://www.bhphotovideo.com/...gital.html
It is cheaper than the D5100
Is it better than the D5100, well at least as far as videography is concerned - yes

Compare, http://www.dpreview.com/...ony_slta37

Go through a few reviews, get the fact sheets filled out
Next up go to your local camera store & check out for self

The D5100 gets pretty high marks for its video capabilities. For under $1, 000 you're not going to get much better. Here's a sample: