best dslr camera for video recording image
Mintca
I was going to buy iPhone for its good video quality (of course with all iOS glory), and then I considered for handycam. Then my friend told me that DSLR, especially Nikon D5100 is a good choice since I may be interested in photography as well. Then I read this article saying that Canon is better at video recording than Nikon. Any suggestion of what camera I should buy? Preferably in the same cost range with Nikon D5100? Or Nikon D5100 is good enough? Considering I'm really new in this photography and filming thing (actually only for family purposed filming).
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If video is important, then a camcorder is preferred. It is designed to capture video. And audio. capturing still images is a secondary "convenience feature".
If stills are important, than use a still image capture device. Like a dSLR. Capturing video (and audio) is a secondary "convenience feature". For example, if you read the documentation available for download from the dSLR manufacturer's web sites, you will find they will overheat when capturing video "for prolonged periods" (about 15-25 minutes maximum) and stop video capture until it cools down (takes a long time)... or... check their built-in (mono) mic and no (or extremely limited) manual audio control. This means no stereo without an external mic and adding something like a XLR adapter (~$350) to plug into the stereo audio input + use the audio gain controls... or... use an external audio recording device like a Zoom H2, H2n, H4n and take the extra steps to import and sync the audio when editing...
Basically you end up spending more money and time you would not spend if you use the tool designed for the task.
I am not saying dSLRs can't capture good video - they can - but they cannot be treated like a camcorder and they cannot replace a camcorder. There are workarounds for lots of things that you normally don't need to worry about when using a camcorder...
Don't forget the tripod or other steadying device, and shotgun mic (Audio Technica), stereo mic, wireless mic and maybe a video light... you'll need these no matter which video capture device you get. Even a dSLR.
Camcorders in the price range you are looking at include the Canon HF M series.
If video is important, then a camcorder is preferred. It is designed to capture video. And audio. capturing still images is a secondary "convenience feature".
If stills are important, than use a still image capture device. Like a dSLR. Capturing video (and audio) is a secondary "convenience feature". For example, if you read the documentation available for download from the dSLR manufacturer's web sites, you will find they will overheat when capturing video "for prolonged periods" (about 15-25 minutes maximum) and stop video capture until it cools down (takes a long time)... or... check their built-in (mono) mic and no (or extremely limited) manual audio control. This means no stereo without an external mic and adding something like a XLR adapter (~$350) to plug into the stereo audio input + use the audio gain controls... or... use an external audio recording device like a Zoom H2, H2n, H4n and take the extra steps to import and sync the audio when editing...
Basically you end up spending more money and time you would not spend if you use the tool designed for the task.
I am not saying dSLRs can't capture good video - they can - but they cannot be treated like a camcorder and they cannot replace a camcorder. There are workarounds for lots of things that you normally don't need to worry about when using a camcorder...
Don't forget the tripod or other steadying device, and shotgun mic (Audio Technica), stereo mic, wireless mic and maybe a video light... you'll need these no matter which video capture device you get. Even a dSLR.
Camcorders in the price range you are looking at include the Canon HF M series.
What is a good DSLR camera with HD recording for a beginner?
gamebreake
I want an inexpensive camera (around or less than 500$ if possible) that can has all the basic functions of a dslr and has HD video recording. I was thinking of the Nikon D40 but I want guidance from a professional. Thanks
Answer
you can consider buying Pentax K-x 12.4 MP Digital SLR Camera
# Capture widescreen HD 720p video at 24fps; 2.7-inch LCD with autofocus and Face Detection Live View
# 4.7fps capture rate with 1/6000 sec max shutter speed; 11-point wide-angle autofocus
http://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=sr_nr_scat_3017941_ln?rh=n%3A3017941%2Ck%3Apentax+k-x&tag=bestdeals-y-20&keywords=pentax+k-x&ie=UTF8&qid=1278494886&scn=3017941&h=e5858a564584a3e3e3c2e129f2686939a3beb448
you can consider buying Pentax K-x 12.4 MP Digital SLR Camera
# Capture widescreen HD 720p video at 24fps; 2.7-inch LCD with autofocus and Face Detection Live View
# 4.7fps capture rate with 1/6000 sec max shutter speed; 11-point wide-angle autofocus
http://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=sr_nr_scat_3017941_ln?rh=n%3A3017941%2Ck%3Apentax+k-x&tag=bestdeals-y-20&keywords=pentax+k-x&ie=UTF8&qid=1278494886&scn=3017941&h=e5858a564584a3e3e3c2e129f2686939a3beb448
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