What kind of Mac Book Pro should I get as a filmmaker?

I'm not sure how I should customize a Mac Book Pro so that it would be perfect for editing HD videoclips from an HD camera (like a Canon XH-A1). I want it to last me a long time for the money I'm paying. My budget is no more than $2500 for the computer and all software included.
I was looking at these specs? Can sdmeone please ell me what I don't need for the MacBook Pro or what I should add to these specs in order for the computer to still be amazing for a filmmaker's needs? Thanks!
MacBook Pro, 15-inch, Aluminium
2.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo
2GB 1066MHz DDR3 SDRAM - 2x1GB
250GB Serial ATA @ 5400
SuperDrive 8x (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW)
Backlit Keyboard (English) / User's Guide
Final Cut Express preinstalled
Accessory kit
AppleCare Protection Plan for MacBook
Cart Subtotal: $2,507.00
This is also my first time dealing with Macs so keep that in mind. Thanks!

Editing HD-Video is one of the most intensive applications you can run.
Generally maxing out CPU und RAM should be a priority (Especially RAM since its not that expensive).
The SSD-Drive might be a good idea (speedwise) to, but it´s very expensive
Keep in mind that any MBP config should be able to handle the HD-Video. They just take longer on slower models.
If you are a professional and work wih video all day long you might want to consider an Mac Pro instead of a MacBook Pro.

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