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Jonas
Hey world. I was wondering what some experienced people thought about audio for low budget filmmaking. I've been planning on getting a Canon EOS 550D, and a Zoom H2, or maybe Zoom H4n.
Now, taking quality, practicality, long-term and short-term cost into account, what do you think is the best kit?:
Canon EOS 550D and a separate recorder like the Zoom H4n, or a prosumer-type video camera with XLR inputs?
My theory is that the EOS 550D and separate recorder could do great stuff if used the right way. And as for picture quality, I feel like the EOS performs pretty much just as good as any prosumer camcorder, and has a wide range of cinematographic options considering the comfort of using a dslr lens, which, if using a dedicated video camera, would have to be achieved through a 35mm/DOF adapter...right?
Answer
The problem with shooting a Movie with a DSLR camera is the fact it does not matter what model or make, all DSLR cameras overheat and shut down, after 13 to 18 minutes, depending on ambient temperature and make and model of the camera. Also, DSLR camera interpolate the Video, making it terrible for any action scenes. You would be better off spending your money on a MiniDV tape Camcorder, they do not have an overheating issue and have the best Video Quality going.
Using Zoom H4N or similar device, put it at one end and on the other end of the Boom Pole put a Shotgun Microphone, hire someone to hold that above the actors heads. Make sure the Shotgun microphone is is a furry cat wind screen and hook it to Zoom H4N.
How to sync you Zoom H4N and your Video - http://youtu.be/5aeuy6MrbHY
The problem with shooting a Movie with a DSLR camera is the fact it does not matter what model or make, all DSLR cameras overheat and shut down, after 13 to 18 minutes, depending on ambient temperature and make and model of the camera. Also, DSLR camera interpolate the Video, making it terrible for any action scenes. You would be better off spending your money on a MiniDV tape Camcorder, they do not have an overheating issue and have the best Video Quality going.
Using Zoom H4N or similar device, put it at one end and on the other end of the Boom Pole put a Shotgun Microphone, hire someone to hold that above the actors heads. Make sure the Shotgun microphone is is a furry cat wind screen and hook it to Zoom H4N.
How to sync you Zoom H4N and your Video - http://youtu.be/5aeuy6MrbHY
What is the cheapest but high quality prosumer camcorder?
eric o
I have been researching high end camcorders, such as the XL2 and the DVX100B, however, they're both too expensive for my monetary situation. Does anyone know of a camcorder that is more frugal that also offers similar functions as the aforementioned camcorders, and not that Sony HVR-1000U?
Answer
The least expensive cameras that would qualify would also have a mic-in jack, full manual control of the major functions (audio level, zoom, exposure, focus) and use miniDV tapes:
Canon HV20, HV30
Sony HDR-HC7, HC9
For using pro-grade (XLR) mics with the 1/8" mic jack, you will need an XLR adapter like those from BeachTek or juicedLink.
Also, from the Sony pro line, take a look at the Sony HVR-A1U. It is the "pro" version of the HDR-HC1 from a couple of years ago (but the A1U has a lot more functionality than the HC1), plus it has XLR mic jacks for pro-grade mics. It is more than the HVR1000U, but less than the XL2 or DVX100B... and the A1U will do high definition AND standard definition the XL2 and 100B are standard definition only). The A1U will not behave quite as well as the XL2 or 100B in extremely low light - but it is not so bad, either.
The least expensive cameras that would qualify would also have a mic-in jack, full manual control of the major functions (audio level, zoom, exposure, focus) and use miniDV tapes:
Canon HV20, HV30
Sony HDR-HC7, HC9
For using pro-grade (XLR) mics with the 1/8" mic jack, you will need an XLR adapter like those from BeachTek or juicedLink.
Also, from the Sony pro line, take a look at the Sony HVR-A1U. It is the "pro" version of the HDR-HC1 from a couple of years ago (but the A1U has a lot more functionality than the HC1), plus it has XLR mic jacks for pro-grade mics. It is more than the HVR1000U, but less than the XL2 or DVX100B... and the A1U will do high definition AND standard definition the XL2 and 100B are standard definition only). The A1U will not behave quite as well as the XL2 or 100B in extremely low light - but it is not so bad, either.
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