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I started out with a Canon T2i and ditched it for Panasonic GH cameras. I couldn't stand the T2i's lack of video-centric features (e.g., the 12 minute limit, no video autofocus, no headphone jack). I now shoot with the GH4, the Blackmagic Pocket and my Panasonic TM900 camcorder. My dream is...

Do you mean the Samsung NX1? If so, it has an APS-C sized sensor, just like your T2i.

Good news - it looks like the GH4 is on sale right now for $1498, which gives you $500 headroom for glass. Here are a few options: Classic glass package: - Panasonic DMC-GH4: $1497.99 - Canon FD 24mm f2.8: starting at about $120 - Canon FD 50mm f1.4: starting at about $45 - Canon FD 100mm...

Hi Bold - and welcome to the world of narrative filmmaking! I wouldn't buy the 70D for video. It can't record in-camera slow motion because it is limited to 30 frames per second (fps) in full 1080p High Definition (HD). It can't record for more than 30 minutes continuously unless you restart...

As others have said, this is a problem with CMOS sensors used in consumer (and an increasing number of professional) cameras. The real answer is to buy a camera with a CCD (such as the Digital Bolex) or a global shutter (such as the AJA Cion or the Blackmagic Production or URSA cameras)...

JVC will give you $500 for your old AF100 if you trade it in for the LS300. I don't know whether that's sad or funny.

I've given up waiting on Panasonic. I thought they'd respond to the FS100 3 years ago. I 've nevertheless kept upgrading my GH cameras and now have the GH4, but (as I said over on the other thread) I'm selling my TM900, GH1, GH2 and GH3 to get a JVC GY-LS300. I am not excited by its 8 bit...

Sadly, with the Blackmagic Studio Camera, you still need an external encoder such as the Blackmagic Intensity Pro or Shuttle to get to IP. The new JVC cameras have the encoder built-in and can transmit via wi-fi to your internet connected phone/tablet/laptop to get the stream to the web...

I would seriously consider one of the new cameras from JVC with built-in streaming. You'll need external power to keep it running for 12 hours. There is a very nice description of how to stream from one of these cameras, the JVC GY-LS300, from about 3:00 to 4:40 in this "First Look" video from...

Fate - I agree with richy - don't let it make you crazy. For what it's worth, I agonized over which video-capable camera to buy back in 2010. When I finally bought one, it turned out I made the wrong decision (it was a Canon T2i with a 12 minute clip length limit, a viewfinder that was blocked...

If you don't want to wait, you can get the Rokinon 35mm T1.5 for Canon mount for CDN$571.88 + $18.31 for shipping (at today's exchange rates) from Beach Camera in the States via eBay Canada (no additional import charges at deilvery). Hope that's helpful and good luck! Bill

I can't really add anything to what Alcove and the Expert have said except to emphasize the RFI/hum risk of unbalanced high Z cable. Even if your gain staging is perfect, your batteries are fully charged and your mic is placed precisely where it is supposed to be - a long run of unshielded...

If you prefer to buy rather than rent, and you don't want another still/video hybrid camera, the least expensive Super 35mm camcorder in your price range is the 8-bit 1080/60p Sony NEX-FS100 for $2499. For another $63.49, you can buy an adapter that allows you to use your Canon EF lenses with...

So is the $699 Nebula 4000 Lite 3-axis brushless gimbal stabiliser :) That said, I have the Flycam 5000, and it can be a challenge to balance. This video from emm at Cheesycam really helped me a lot: http://vimeo.com/17618357 Best of luck! Bill

I feel your pain. After being overwhelmed by all of the choices out there, I finally gave up on finding the perfect rig and built my own rifle style setup for my GH4, as seen here: Parts list is in the "about" section of this video: Final Config of the rig I'm taking to NAB tomorrow If I...

OP said: Even used, it would be tough to find a C100 for less than $3000US.

Hi Ed - it depends on how much you're able to budget, but my recommendations would be: Below $500: Sanken COS-11 w XLR jack - $449 Here's why: http://vimeo.com/15979250 Below $250: Rode Lavalier - $244 (because you can plug it into just about anything) Below $150: Audio Technica AT803 -...

I didn't like the grade of the St. Petersburg video either. Some people like the "bleached" look. I don't. But the lens still looked good :)

Hi Philip - as long as your camera (with lens) is below 1 kg (2.2 lbs), you might want to consider the $699 Nebula 4000 Lite. It costs a lot less than a Movi or a Ronin - and it has a much smaller form factor. Once properly configured, here is what it can do: With the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema...

If budget permits, I recommend the $950 Nokton. It's not just low light - the huge aperture gives you creamier bokeh than the Leica: http://vimeo.com/115515056 http://youtu.be/M4UNjD1Ardk It's the closest you can get to the full frame "look" with the m 4/3 sensor.