leonorath

http://bit.ly/12CkcHT Would you buy from something like this or would you avoid it? I hope the link works

Ms paint.

Ok, so I have been doing some research on lenses and I have a reasonable understanding about lenses now. (didnt know what an apature was before or what a f/1.4 was compared to an f/8) Also while researching i kinda decided that i should bite the bullet and go for the 6d, to save my self getting super wide lenses in an attempt to compensate for a cropped sensor. Loving the versatility of the 24-105 f/4 L so i will get that in a kit for sure. Still havn't decided on a wide lens. Stupid question, but what if I don't want to zoom at all? Wouldn't no lens be the equivalent of 0mm f0?? Compared to this http://www.amazon.com/Zeiss-Compact-Prime-Canon-Mount/dp/B00BCU0J8U/ref=sr_1_3?s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1368279036&sr=1-3&keywords=cp.2+lens So a "free 0mm f0" or a $5,700 15mm f.2... seems like an easy decision to me but then again i have no idea what im talking about xD.

Noooo! I jut spent so long deciding on the 650D and you come in here to and suggest another product which begins to breeds doubt in my mind! You bastard! Haha joking. The only reason I would change my mind from the 650D is if there was a full frame option for around $1000 and I might be wrong but that black magic looks like it would have a pretty small sensor.

Ok so after all my questions, curiosity, and research I have decided to go with a 650D (maybe a kit) and get a Nexus 7 with DSLR Controller like was suggested at the start of this thread. This will give me much more to spend on glass and audio and the rest of the rig/set. Now begins the lens research..Yay! I'm assuming I wont need big lenses because all my work will be indoors and fairly close up but I have no idea how lenses vary other that "size" (focal length?) which I believe determines the distance one can shoot at. Edit, P.s. Thanks for being patient with me. You guys have been extremely helpful.

http://www.camranger.com/features/ Does anyone have experience with this app? This looks perfect for me and it opens up my choice for a body!

Ah you got in before my edit, I'm a but slow on my phone.

Well the wifi plus the video looked better lol. Edit. Turns out wifi doesn't support video... With the official app anyway. Will look into other options.

After watching that ill probs go with the 6D because that wifi control is exactly what I need for my one man operation. That is assuming It works for video as well as stills.. Will have to look into that some more.

Hmm, I hadn't got around to researching lenes and or mics yet. That was the next step I suppose. P.s. Where would be the go to place for cameras and lenses once I finally decide what to go with?

Ok so i do want to go with the 6D but u have some limitations that may force me to go with the 60D Being a one man operation I won't have a camera man, so the flippy screen on the 60D would be awesome to help me moniter the shot while still being in the shot. However if there is some way I can "take over" the camera with an iPad sitting next to me that would be ideal. Does anything like that exist?

OK so another question. Why don't you guys recommend full frame lens cammeras like a 6D at least? Why is it so important to start off with entry level hardware?

Yeah no editing experience but I should pick it up fairly quickly. Thanks for the advice guys!

Thanks for the quick response! Any particular reason why you suggest the 650D? Is the video comparable to that produced by the more expensive options? I realise I have to invest in good lenses and a good mic but I still wouldn't want to compromise on video quality. But if the video difference is barely noticeable i'd be happy to hang on to some cash lol Cheers

Hi all. So I'm keen on starting to make YouTube videos, I really enjoy building PC's and want to do some build logs as well as capture all those unboxing moments. I have absolutely no experience with film or cameras, and would like some suggestions on what hardware will produce professional level videos and if there is a point where quality plateaus while price continues up. For example I have been looking at Canons 5d mark ii and iii and from what iv seen they are amazing, but is the price worth it? I know these are on another level when it comes to taking stills but I have no interest in taking stills whatsoever. Is there a noticeable difference in video quality between a 6D or a 7D and a 5D mark ii? Am I even on the right track buy going a DLSR over a camcorder... I read camcorders are gimicky but I honestly have no clue. Cheers