7D or 5D Mk II; and which lens?

[Norman Willis]

Hi Josh.

Thanks for the recommendation on the H4N. How can you get four channels of sound when there are only two XLR inputs? Does it give an option to use the onboard mics in addition to the XLR jacks?

Thanks for recommending the Sigma. How does their quality compare to the Canon L series lenses? And are there other lines of lenses I should be considering? It would be nice to get something high quality, that also has image stabilization.

Thanks.

Norman Willis
http://www.nazareneisrael.org

[Norman Willis]

OK, I checked the Sigma series, as well as the Tamron, and Vivitar. They are not built for the full-frame sensor.

>>Note! This lens is only for APS-C / DX sensors (not full frame).

I also checked Carl Zeiss and Leica, but they are out of reach at this point.

Can anyone recommend some good magazine resources?

Thanks,

Norman Willis
http://www.nazareneisrael.org

[Josh Buchanan]

Norman,

The Zoom H4n, does the 4 Channel with the 2 onbroad mics, which aren’t too bad. And the other two channels through the XLRs.

[Aaron Stewart]

The Zoom’s inputs are XLR / Quarter inch combo inputs, just as a side note, so it takes both.

Aaron R. Stewart
arstewart@gmail.com

[Norman Willis]

Thanks. Yeah, I got a Zoom H4 back when it first came out (2005?). It took both .wav and .mp3, and I thought it was a great little unit. However, it died at fourteen months, and since it was two months out of warranty, Zoom would not fix it 🙁

If I did not have a CX431 already, I think an H4N ($320.00) would make the most sense. However, since I already have a CX431, all I need is a DN101 ($139.00). The CX431 will only record mono with the DN101 attachment, but at the moment I only need mono (as my microphone is mono). Also, it seems like recording directly to the H.264 file would save time in editing.

I am sure I will need stereo at some point, and will probably get an H4N then. But at the moment I just need to conserve funds. 🙂
Thanks.

Norman Willis
http://www.nazareneisrael.org

[Norman Willis]

thanks for the help Josh 🙂

Norman Willis
http://www.nazareneisrael.org

[Brent Dunn]

I have both the 7D & 5D. The 7D will also overheat. Your limited by both with 12 minute clips. 5D full sensor is nice and the new upgraded firmware now give you audio control and proper frame rates.

Do the math on all the lenses, audio accessories, etc that you will need with both. Then go buy the Sony EX-1R. A true video cam used in broadcast and film production. It may sound more expensive, but add up all the stuff you will need with your choices and it’s the same price or less.

A lot of film schools have chosen the EX-1 or EX-3. Next year you will see the hybrid Video cam’s with DSLR lens & sensors. Panasonic and Sony have both shown a preview at NAB.

Then you can buy a 7D later as a 2nd cam. I would Never have these as my main and only camera. There are also rolling shutter issues with both.

Brent Dunn
Owner / Director / Editor
DunnRight Video.com

[Norman Willis]

Hi Brent.

Thanks for the advice. Nice cam!

With the 5D MkII I need the 16-35mm wide angle lens zoomed all the way out in order to get my talent in at 7 feet to lens.

Will the EX-1R give me a full body shot of my 6’8″ tall talent at 7 feet from the focal plane?

Norman Willis
http://www.nazareneisrael.org

[John Major]

Hi Brent, you made the comment “I would Never have these as my main and only camera. There are also rolling shutter issues with both.”. But from my understanding, the rolling shutter issue is due to the Canon cameras using a CMOS sensor. Both the ex-1 and ex-3 use CMOS sensors as well and are prone to the same issue. Am I missing something in your comment or do you feel that the issue isn’t as bad on the Sony cams?
Thanks, John

[Norman Willis]

Hi Brent.

>>Next year you will see the hybrid Video cam’s with DSLR lens & sensors. Panasonic and Sony have both shown a preview at NAB.

I am really looking forward to the new hybrid cams. Do you suppose I can hobble along until that time?

We just re-did our budget, and I may not be able to do the TV show at this time. It may be back to short, high-impact videos for now.

I am trying to make the best lemonade possible….