Replying to Getting Into Filming

Hello Ns, I am just trying to get into the world of filming for the next ski season. I am interested in buying a camera that shoots solid quality and is good skiing and other extreme activitys.

I am looking for something with a few manual features that I can work with and learn from but still with an auto feature. I have been trying to search the forums for advice that has already been given but everyone sort of has different opions and everyone is looking for something different in other threads.

My price range is $800 - $1500. So NS I am hoping that I can get some solid advice in regards to a camera. Thankyou!