Stupid question but does using monopods/tripods actually improve the sharpness of a video image? Clearly it does when shooting photos but, other than the undesireable handshake, does such movement actually make a video clip more blurry or does the sensor operate quickly enough to make this a non-issue?

Yes, a support system can improve image quality. Think of video as a series of stills. Higher frame rates and image stabilizers can help minimize the blur effect of shaky camera-work. Definitely at 24fps, using a tripod makes quite a noticeable difference, at least for me.


Mark

Thanks Mark. That seemed to be logical but I just wanted to check!

Sorry to hijack this thread (seemed like you've already received your answer Tim), but instead of starting a new thread, maybe thought we could here some fellow forum posters advice and experience with monopods.


I've heard good things about the following:

561 BHDV monopod with 701 video head (is that a video head?)

Are there others to recommend or any accessories that'll make life easier?

Why ask these questions here, when the "be all and end all" of camera support information is right here?

Tripod Sticks & Heads Forum at DVinfo.net (http://www.dvinfo.net/forum/tripod-sticks-heads/)


These are not camera specific questions, so shouldn't be in a camera specific Forum.


CS