Is there a dslr camera that can shoot high speed video?

Frank

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NO

Not only are dSLR cameras still cameras with a video feature, the fastest frame rate is only 60 fps, twice the frame rate of NTSC video. High speed video runs closer to 1,000 fps and higher. Only special high speed cameras can do that for you and they are not inexpensive. Most people rent them when they need them

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what is the best DSLR camera for HD video 100-170$ ?

Silas

I am looking for A DSLR camera that shoots HD quality video for up to 180$ I see alot of lowpriced DSLR camera's at walmart, and Target, but what model is the best in that price range.

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There is no "dSLR" at that price. Only "point & shoot" that looks like a dSLR. The lens is not changeable. Manual controls are more than a pocket point & shoot, less than a dSLR.

These cameras - and dSLRs and point & shoot are designed to capture still images. Video capture is a secondary "convenience feature". This does not mean they cannot capture good video - when used properly, they can - but they are not camcorders and cannot be treated like one. Prolonged video capture can cause the camera to overheat - and it takes a long time to cool down. Most record mono-audio.

Camcorders are designed for video capture - and as long as there is space on the memory card and power available, capturing video continues - and no issue with the camcorder overheating. Most also record stereo audio. Capturing still images a secondary "convenience feature". This does not mean they cannot capture good stills - when used properly, they can - but they are not dSLRs or bridge cameras or even point & shoot cameras and should not be treated like one.

When you get a tool for a specific application it is best to get it for its primary design purpose. When you get the tool for a secondary design, expect to use work-arounds or plan on having problems.

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Good beginner video camera?

John

I have no experience with video cameras or film. I just wanted to make some videos and screw around for fun. I have a flip but want something better but i have no clue what to go with at all.

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HD Camcorders and DSLR Cameras interpolate the video, which means of every 25 frames of video, 4 or 5 frames are taken by the lens assembly; the other frames in between these are filled in by the camcorder inner circuitry, thus giving you not true video. It looks like this -one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, from front to back of the video. Near impossible to edit, even when you have the Multi port processor computer with the big 1GB Graphics card and a Sound card that is required to edit, view, watch and work with the files these camcorders produce.

DSLR Cameras, all Makes, all Models, all have the same problem when video taping some long videos, all overheat at the 13 to 18 minute mark, depending on the Make and Model. This is unavoidable, it all has to with the fact, video is an afterthought in DSLR camera production.

Consumer Level HD Camcorders and DSLR Cameras have 4 problems. 1) Blurry, fuzzy, out of focus areas closely around people in videos taken by consumer level HD camcorders. 2) Any movement, even a wave or lifting an arm, while in front of a recording Consumer Level HD Camcorder and DSLR Cameras, results in screen ghosts and artifacts being left on the video track, following the movement. Makes for bad video, sports videos are unwatchable. 3) These Consumer Level HD Camcorders and DSLR Cameras all have a habit of the transferred to computer files are something you need to convert, thus losing your HD quality, to work with your editing software. 4) Mandatory maximum record times - 1 hour, 30 minutes, 8 minutes, 3 minutes â four different times advertised as maximum record time for some Consumer Level HD Camcorders and DSLR Cameras. No event I have ever been to is that short. Either take multiple camcorders and DSLR Cameras or pack up with out getting the end of the event on video.

MiniDV is currently the most popular format for consumer digital camcorders. MiniDV camcorders are typically more affordable than their HDD and DVD counterparts. Each MiniDV tape will typically hold an hour of footage at normal recording speed and quality. MiniDV tapes are available for purchase at not only electronic and camera stores, but also at drugs stores and grocery stores, making them easy to find while your on vacation. There are literally hundreds of MiniDV camcorders available; both in standard and high-definition. And add the fact that to get a HD camcorder that could produce better video quality footage, one would have to spend in excess of $3500 for that camcorder that could produce higher quality video

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Would a DSLR Camera Record Videos As well?

Marian

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Depends on the dSLR. If you pick one, and video is the primary reason for the purchase, be sure to download the camera's manual from the manufacturer's site BEFORE you buy and READ it. Most of the dSLRs under about $1,500 will shut down due to overheating after about 20 minutes of continuous video capture, record the internal noise the camera makes when capturing video (aperture and focus motors make noise) that will be recorded by the built-in mic and there may be a 29 minute limitation on a single segment capture (assuming it does not shut down due to overheating).

The people I know who use low-end dSLRs primarily for video either use 2-3 of the same camera (one is in use while the others are cooling down) or they use a newer "hybrid" cam that is a camcorder - but uses the large sensor. Like the Canon EOS C100/C300/C500, Sony NEX-EA or NEX-VG series or Blackmagic Cinema cam. I just got a Sony NEX-EA50UH to augment my other camcorders, and it does a great job for what I need.

If you are prepared for the known issues low-end dSLRs have related co video capture - a convenience feature for the camera designed to capture still images - then you'll be fine... assuming your computer and video editing application can deal with the video captured...

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