View Full Version : Getting Canon 60D instead of XF100


Andrew Kiu
July 9th, 2011, 10:08 PM
Anyone Compare the footage with this 60D & XF100?

I planning to get better video cam on "Depth of View" for my next video project.
Can anyone compare and give me good reasons why should i buy canon XF100 instead of 60D which is lots more cost saving.

thanks
andrew

Tim Bakland
July 9th, 2011, 11:30 PM
You're comparing very different cameras, almost apples and oranges. Totally depends on your use and intent.

But if it's solely for Depth of Field, wouldn't you want the 60D ?

I don't do DSLR, but if I were only going for depth of field, I'd certainly pick the 60D.

For me, the XF100 is my back up camera and very often a continuous shoot, long-angle view. Can't beat the features it has (dual slot recording, long-time recording, etc. etc) when it comes to my needs. But you haven't been specific enough in your description for me to say were I in your shoes.

Robert Turchick
July 10th, 2011, 12:41 AM
Different tools for different jobs.
I have the big brothers to both cameras and it's invaluable having both. In my case, the 300 is the workhorse. I have used the 105 and it's a great "A" camera as well. The dslrs arent useful in a lot of situations and only get called as b-roll or special effects shots. All the Canons cut together really well as long as you set the dslrs to a flat profile.
If you want a "do it all" camera, I'd suggest stepping up to an AF100 or FS100 as they will give you the dslr look without sacrificing the pro camcorder necessities.
The biggest issue I have with the dslrs is the aliasing and moire. It shows up more than I like and if the 7D was my only camera I'd be screwed.