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Ryan ONeil · April 6th, 2010, 10:56 PM

I'm guessing that people using 7d and 5ds for weddings utilize them for short cinematic shots, correct?

I do a ton of promotional materials for my church and I'm needing a camera. However, I want to get one that I can utilize with my wedding videography as well.

I'm shooting now with an FX1. Will the 7d and 5d work as a backup or just for the above mentioned shots?

Kelly Langerak · April 7th, 2010, 10:04 PM

Ryan, they are used for everything in weddings. Generally, if you are the only shooter you would use a HD camera. I shot on a HD camera and my second videographer gets the nice shots with a 5D. I end up using all or most of his shots and only use the HD camera for the ceremony for a diff angle.

I suggest renting one, before buying one and use it as a second camera for practicing during the reception. Shots always come out too shaky if it's not on a steadicam, tripod, or monopod. Even shoulder mounts come out shaky.

Take the plunge and rent one. You will learn very quickly what the DSLR takes.

Buba Kastorski · April 8th, 2010, 07:28 AM

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April 6th, 2010, 10:56 PM	#1
Ryan ONeil Regular Crew Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 81	Cameras shooting video I'm guessing that people using 7d and 5ds for weddings utilize them for short cinematic shots, correct? I do a ton of promotional materials for my church and I'm needing a camera. However, I want to get one that I can utilize with my wedding videography as well. I'm shooting now with an FX1. Will the 7d and 5d work as a backup or just for the above mentioned shots?

April 8th, 2010, 07:28 AM	#3
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April 7th, 2010, 10:04 PM	#2
Kelly Langerak Major Player Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Bay Area Posts: 522	Ryan, they are used for everything in weddings. Generally, if you are the only shooter you would use a HD camera. I shot on a HD camera and my second videographer gets the nice shots with a 5D. I end up using all or most of his shots and only use the HD camera for the ceremony for a diff angle. I suggest renting one, before buying one and use it as a second camera for practicing during the reception. Shots always come out too shaky if it's not on a steadicam, tripod, or monopod. Even shoulder mounts come out shaky. Take the plunge and rent one. You will learn very quickly what the DSLR takes.