If no one minds, I'd really appreciate some opinions on a matter I am debating about.
I currently own a Canon XH-A1 and two rode ntg2 mics, and have been very satisfied. After proper post work the footage is great. But I am getting sucked into the DOF/DSLR craze, with good reason obviously.
I have debated about buying a DOF adapter for the XH-A1, but after seeing prices and reviews, it seems like it isn't worth it when there are other options available. Also b/c I am sick of capturing and want to fully adapt to the instant capture/SDHC aspect.
To get a camera as good as the XH-A1 with those features is way beyond what I can spend.
So I have tossed around options, and need some opinions from you, if it's no trouble.
With my price range, I am thinking about getting the body of a T2i(like everyone else), a Canon 50mm 1.8/f prime lens,, and a H4n audio recorder.
I know of the advantages and disadvantages of the DSLR's, and the advantages outweigh the disadvantages for me, but at the same time, I feel it's a waste b/c I really don't plan on utilizing the photography aspect the camera has. So I'd lose a lot of the functions and smooth mobility and all that of a camcorder.
So I thought about the possibility of buying a fairly inexpensive consumer camcorder that shoots in the exact same quality as the t2i for video, and also has digital capture..but then I'd be absent of any DOF. So then I thought about purchasing a DOF adapter for a more inexpensive camcorder, since they tend to be cheaper than those for the prosumer's like the Xh-A1. So I'd get the same quality, DOF ability with focusing.
I'd lose manual aperature adjustment, but I can live with that. Unless are there consumer cams with that?
With both options, my budget of around 1000 would be met. I'm just not sure which is more practical and has more longevity.
If anyone goes with the camcorder, what are some good ones that people have been having success with?
Thank you
I currently own a Canon XH-A1 and two rode ntg2 mics, and have been very satisfied. After proper post work the footage is great. But I am getting sucked into the DOF/DSLR craze, with good reason obviously.
I have debated about buying a DOF adapter for the XH-A1, but after seeing prices and reviews, it seems like it isn't worth it when there are other options available. Also b/c I am sick of capturing and want to fully adapt to the instant capture/SDHC aspect.
To get a camera as good as the XH-A1 with those features is way beyond what I can spend.
So I have tossed around options, and need some opinions from you, if it's no trouble.
With my price range, I am thinking about getting the body of a T2i(like everyone else), a Canon 50mm 1.8/f prime lens,, and a H4n audio recorder.
I know of the advantages and disadvantages of the DSLR's, and the advantages outweigh the disadvantages for me, but at the same time, I feel it's a waste b/c I really don't plan on utilizing the photography aspect the camera has. So I'd lose a lot of the functions and smooth mobility and all that of a camcorder.
So I thought about the possibility of buying a fairly inexpensive consumer camcorder that shoots in the exact same quality as the t2i for video, and also has digital capture..but then I'd be absent of any DOF. So then I thought about purchasing a DOF adapter for a more inexpensive camcorder, since they tend to be cheaper than those for the prosumer's like the Xh-A1. So I'd get the same quality, DOF ability with focusing.
I'd lose manual aperature adjustment, but I can live with that. Unless are there consumer cams with that?
With both options, my budget of around 1000 would be met. I'm just not sure which is more practical and has more longevity.
If anyone goes with the camcorder, what are some good ones that people have been having success with?
Thank you