Hi guys!
Welcome back to another episode.
Following the popularity of our previous “Best cameras for filmmaking” video - we thought
we would update the list and give you the Best cameras for filmmaking in 2017.
There are a few things to consider before heading to get hold of your new camera.
What do you want to use it for?
Feature films?
Vlogging?
Action filmmaking?
What about your budget?
Do you have funding to spend on the most up-to-date gear?
Or are you an indie filmmaker trying to make the most of your budget?
Since our last video, the market has been on the move.
The following options aren't the cheapest available but we think they give you the best
value for money.
We want to give a couple of different options without breaking the bank and we’ll be sure
to link all products in the description below so you can go and check them out.
Do bear in mind that the older cameras we covered in our last video are still completely
viable options.
Whenever a manufacturer brings out a new version of the product, the older versions always
drop in price - certainly something to keep in mind if you're looking to stay on budget.
The Canon T7i is the bigger brother of the T6i which we previously mentioned.
As expected it does come with a number of bolstered features which makes it a really
awesome option for people trying to do cinematic style filmmaking.
In the latest version the processor has had some attention and now comes with the DIGIC
7 which allows for superior image procession and faster operations.
A higher ISO range means that this camera is great for shooting any low-light situations.
Coupled with what is claimed to the the world's fastest live-view autofocus system you’ll
be able to change perspective in the blink of an eye.
These changes do a lot add more versatility to your camera, giving you a better piece
of equipment for more robust and adaptive filmmaking.
Taking a look at more action filmmaking, the DJI Osmo+ has now been released with a whole
host of awesome new features including a 3.5x optical zoom which opens up a whole new world
of opportunities for you and your filmmaking.
You can now shoot 4K video at 30fps and even 1080p at 100fps if you want to create some
smooth slow-motion, like we explained in our last Q&A.
You also get more advanced time lapse features, stabilization technology and the hardware
which comes with the camera has also been improved with the addition of a higher capacity
battery and a compact battery charger, which is great.
Now those all come as standard but there are some advanced options for the Osmo but they
are reflected in the price so it really depends on what you want from your camera.
Those were our picks but if you're not so restricted by budget you could invest in the
Panasonic Lumix GH5 - with It’s stunning 4K footage and professional features.
I mentioned slow-mo before and the GH5 takes it to a whole new level.
You can record 1080p at 180fps which is a superb quality and then you can slow it down
7.5x and still playback at 24fps which is just insane.
It is.
So get it.
It's pretty good.
Another option is the Canon 5D Mark 3.
It's only 1080p but it does have a full-frame sensor to make things look really pretty visually.
It's not as great at video work as the GH5 because it doesn't have great sound recording
unfortunately.
But, as mentioned in our previous video, Canon cameras do come with interchangeable lenses,
so you can save some money, if you already have a lens, by just purchasing the body of
the camera.
There are so many great cameras out there and what works well for one filmmaker may
not work so well for another.
It all comes down to what you want to create, your budget and your capabilities.
We'd love to hear your thoughts on what you think is the best camera of 2017 down below
in the comments, let's get a discussion going.
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