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Re: Camcorder equal to the 5D quality?
Both JuicedLink and Beachtek have adapters that will provide phantom power for the NTG3 and other powered mics. . Over the years, though purists won't admit it, these adapters have provided great service and added value to lower end camera systems.
If you are going run a mic on camera, though, the on camera mic is a 5.1 surround mic that actually is not bad--- a lot better than I expected.
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Re: Camcorder equal to the 5D quality?
The FS100 is compatible with the new power zoom lens. The lens has a small zoom control on its body. You just need to use that.
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Re: Camcorder equal to the 5D quality?
Glen - pretty sure it's the FS700 with the zoom rocker switch on the handle, not the FS100.
Danny - one camera I forgot to mention was the . It has autofocus, a power zoom, great low light capability, a shoulder mount and XLR jacks. Here is what it can do indoors (couldn't find any gym video, so here's a church :)): Cheers, Bill |
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Re: Camcorder equal to the 5D quality?
Wow Bill, that boxer video is very impressive! I will definitly look into that set up. You can see the fast shutter they used on it and it seems awesome in the low light. Thanks so much for the lead!
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Re: Camcorder equal to the 5D quality?
Have you looked at the new JVC GY-HM600?
I am also looking, and would LOVE the Canon C100 as well, but the JVC looks like best bang for the buck with great lowlight, 23x zoom and really wide angle. Not to mention lots of recording format choices including simultaneous recording. |
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Another vote for the FS100 for the OP--I wouldn't even think twice about it. With the native f/1.8 e-mount native lenses you get superb lowlight and full-time autofocus and great maneuverability. The 35mm and 50mm lenses are even stabilized. |
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Buy some quality glass and your all set. I would highly recommend the Sony EA50. |
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Awesome! Thanks James.
James, do you happen to know if the EA50 would accept my Canon 24/70 lens? That's the lens I use on my 5D. |
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Re: Camcorder equal to the 5D quality?
Danny, I'm jumping in late in the conversation. Are you looking to replace the XHA1s or the 5D? I mean, which equipment do you plan to keep? If you sell the two XHA1s's and the 5D, you should be able to cover the Canon C100 with a bit more out of pocket. You already have glass for it (from your 5D). If I recall your original post, the only shortfall with your 5D is the audio?
I'm in the same boat with my two XHA1s! But I need to be able to do run-and-gun as well as cinematic work, and take pictures. C100 is a bit out of my budget because I have no glass whatsoever, so I'm looking hard at a 5D mk III and a C100 later when I hit the Megabucks. Most of this thread is moot point though, this close to NAB. Expect some surprises - I would hold off a month What I've read about the FS100 from Sony is that although it is a great picture, it's rather awkward and frustrating to use. If you decide on that, please report your findings |
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Re: Camcorder equal to the 5D quality?
Wow, I keep hearing people downplay the audio on the 5D Mark III. In the shoots that I've done with this particular camera, I have absolutely no concerns. Although my experience is limited to the following:
Canon HV30 Canon XHA1 Canon XHA1s Canon XLH1 Canon 5D Mark III Canon HF G10 Canon HFS 30 Canon 7d Canon 5D Mark II I think that the 5D Mark III is the best by far for audio. With any audio that I have captured, I always import it into my Adobe suite and try to make it sound better. Just curious what camera, if any has such GREAT audio out that the 5D Mark III continues to get slammed. The camera overall is a GREAT camera. I actually don't think that the solution here is the Canon C100 (although I want one and will be getting one). Out of the box, the C100 will limit Danny's use as it only shoots at a frame rate of 24p. If my understanding is correct, Danny will pay additional money for the 60i, PF30, PF24, 24p, 50i, and 25p frame rates. Regarding the glass, I agree, good glass will make footage look significantly better with most any camera. |
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What are your thoughts on the 5D mk III for run-and-gun video? I would love one. |
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Re: Camcorder equal to the 5D quality?
Apologies Alex. I've got to get some glasses. Like me I'm sure that you hear that beating that the 5D Mark III takes, some for good reason but in response to your question, if you have the correct setup and really get to know and understand the camera, I think it works fine. I like some of the others actually do prefer a video camera over the HDSLR for run and gun and then simply get some cinematic shoots with the Mark III. I would however like to try shooting an entire wedding with 4 Mark III's. I'm just waiting for money to start growing on trees, bushes, plants and anything else that I can have easy access to. :-)
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Re: Camcorder equal to the 5D quality?
The only poeple I see knocking the 5D are Nikon owners. Lol!
I'd really like a C100 after the reviews I saw and read, but a little too pricy for me at this point. I don't have a still camera, and I'm being asked quite often to do shoots. I can sell my two XHA1s's hopefully. I'm inclined to get the JVC GY HG600 (affordable and all the right features) I just don't know how it would do with a Canon DSLR on a 2-cam shoot. At least the 5D mk III would hold me off until I can get a C100 or something similar. Once I start buying lenses I'd like to swap them back and forth between cameras. That's why I would't go Sony or Nikon once I get anything Canon. I probably wouldn't use a 5D for run and gun, unless I absolutely need a great picture or in low light. But you are happy with it as a video cam? I usually record audio separate because I do a lot of showroom bands and concerts, etc. I can imagine video with a 5D being VERY awkward without a rig or tripod. How's the stability? |
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