DSLR that's versatile enough for HD video?
Now here's quite a quandary. Is there a DSLR out there that I can purchase that will offer me the versatility of high quality photos as well as HD Digital video clips? I'm looking for at least 1280x720 here at 24 or 30 fps on the vid. I'm just curious. I've been doing some research and it seems that to get exactly what I want, I'm going to have to spend thousands of dollars. Well, I guess my kids don't really need to go to college, right?
My Nikon D90 was the first DSLR to include HD video, currently about $1100.
Nikon has expanded HD to many of its offerings, generally adding an 's' to the designation, e.g., D300s.
Canon has several offerings such as the EOS Rebel T1i EF-S at about $800.
Tell the kids that college is overrated and they should work their way through trade school.
There are a number of good brands so don't be sold on the idea one brand is better than another. I would keep your costs down. I would get a DSLR with a short zoom (like a 18-55mm) to start for around $550 to $1100. Either a 12MP or 15MP will do just fine.
Below, I listed some links where you can look up reviews and see what camera works best for you.
The first link listed below is to a web page that lists the 4 DSLR cameras I am recommending you compare. This list will let you compare features and specs, also it has links to reviews of the cameras, the reviews include sample images from the cameras.
Also I included some links to some dealers so that you can try and get the best price. Some of these dealers are including some nice extras, free shipping is very common, and sometimes they are offering a free memory card and/or camera bag. Sometimes you have to click in the "add to cart" button to see the actual price.
Here are some models that I think are well worth researching with estimated prices:
Nikon D5000 12MP DSLR Digital Camera w/18-55mm VR Lens - $649
Nikon D90 12MP DSLR Digital Camera w/18-105mm VR Lens - $1089
Canon EOS Rebel T1i (500D) 15MP DSLR w/EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens - $769
Pentax K-x 12MP DSLR with 18-55mm Zoom lens - $550
Of a quick side note: I am a Nikon user, but think all three cameras are excellent. I like that the Nikon D5000 has the movable LCD screen, that would seem to be valuable in doing video. I am very intrigued by the Pentax K-x partly because it does video video but also because of how impressive it seems to work at high ISO settings which can be great help in low light situations (see the photo.net link below). Do some research, I would ask some questions in the discussion forums at photo.net where photographers can share their experiences and samples of their work.
Hope this helps. Pick a price range, some features you know you want, and even consider which camera feels good in your hand a factor. Plenty of great cameras, get one you like and start learning the principles of photography and you will be on your way to making some great images. If you think I can be of any help, please to do contact me.
Hope this helps. Good luck.
Mark
marksablow.com
Nikon D5000 can Record 720p HD movie clips at 24 fps (1280 x 720)
Nikon D5000 12.3 MP DX Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Lens and 2.7-inch Vari-angle LCD
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Also Canon EOS Rebel T1i can capture Full HD video at 1920 x 1080 resolution
Canon EOS Rebel T1i 15.1 MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera with 3-Inch LCD and EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens
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