Ois Camcorders
1080p Camcorders overkill for YouTube?
I’m planning on upgrading my camcorder to an HD model but its only use is for YouTube videos(non-vlogging). I thought I would invest in the Canon HF S100 but maybe that’s unnecessary for YouTube quality. Plan to capture skating and bmx events and such so OIS and fast AF is a must. I don’t plan to view my videos on a HDTV set so maybe something with a smaller MP CMOS chip?
Pocket camcorders won’t do because those are mainly geared toward vloggers. I need ones that capture action under different lighting conditions.
I agree with both iridflare and xSoni…
But specifically with iridflare’s insight. AVCHD compression and fast action video capture will provide you with poor video. Least compression is advised. In the consumer environment, that would be HDV. Even standard definition DV (4:3 or widescreen) would be preferable. In the consumer environment, that would be miniDV tape. Canon HV40 is the entry point for HDV. If you don’t want to use a tripod or other steadying device (like a SpiderBrace), the shoulder mount Sony HVR-HD1000 is interesting (and it can also be used with a tripod or other steadying devices). If you want to stay with a small form factor, but a step up from the HV40, then the Sony HVR-A1U… then the leap to pro-grade starts. In either case, something like the GlideCam StuntBar might be interesting to you. If you stay in standard def, the Canon GL2 is worth a look.
If you are still convinced you need to be tapeless, then check what the bigger dogs use when they don’t use miniDV tape (or an external Firestore hard drive connected to their miniDV tape based camcorder): Sony HVR-Z7U, JVC GY-HM100, Panasonic AG-HVX200… No AVCHD.
And for fast action, increase the shutter speed to 1/500 or 1/1000. This will help with slow-motion playback or not-so-blurry frame grabs. You need good light, though…
I don’t think it is overkill to want the best available video quality. You can always downsample… but you cannot “up-sample”. I record in 1080i and render to 720p for upload to vimeo and YouTube – that’s how the HD button can be useful and made available to your viewers…
Panasonic SD700 vs TM300 OIS
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Panasonic Professional AG-HCK10 Point of View Camera with 12x Lens (Requires AG-HMR10 & Cable) $1,214.00 The ultra-compact, mountable AG-HCK10 HD camera head (POVCAM) teams with the AG-HMR10 AVCCAM handheld recorder to offer a low-cost Full HD camera recording system for a wide range of applications. Connected to the HMR10 recorder with a detachable cable, the HCK10 captures 1920 x 1080 high definition video using three 1/4.1″ 3.05 megapixel 3-MOS imagers for recording by the HMR10 recorder inthe AVC… |
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Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS SLR Lens $111.99 Equipped with Canon’s Optical Image Stabilizer (IS) technology, the Canon EF-S 18-55mm standard zoom lens is ideal for just about any application. IS technology compensates for camera shake by providing the equivalent effect of a shutter speed up to four stops faster. This allows you to take sharp handheld shots even in low-light conditions–a must for sports and nature photography. The lens also … |
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Canon VIXIA HF G10 Full HD Camcorder with HD CMOS Pro and 32GB Internal Flash Memory $1,499.00 Packing in every feature a video enthusiast could ask for, the VIXIA HF G10 Flash Memory Camcorder is Canon’s new flagship consumer camcorder, providing the ultimate in HD video performance and quality. Incorporating a 32GB internal flash drive, as well as dual SDXC-compatible card slots, it delivers exceptional storage capacity. Recording Full HD 1920 x 1080 video, the VIXIA HF G10 features a Ge… |
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Samsung HMX-H300 Full HD Camcorder with 30x Zoom (Black) $349.99 The Samsung H300 HMX-H300BN HD Camcorder was designed to capture memories in comfort and in style. Not only will you enjoy the natural way to hold your camcorder, but an unobstructed view of the LCD screen as well. The result: hours of pain-free, naturally comfortable recording capability. Features Recording at 1920 x 1080 60i Full HD resolution enables you to capture the exquisite beauty of each … |