Crank II, a film that won 32 million $ by Neveldine & Taylor and Jason Statham was done with a regular camcoders!

@mixedup5858

3 жыл бұрын

Yes story telling won

@thekillerprawn

2 жыл бұрын

Jason statham? Storytelling???

@brugj03

5 ай бұрын

And your point is??

I LOVE your confidence on the subject. Learning all of what I know now from KZread and personal practice and repetition, etc, I have turned a HUGE blind eye to video cameras. Shooting weddings more frequently now, I think having a few of these for Ceremonies and Speeches will be the solution to all my problems.

Such a practical overview, thanks for focusing on the task at hand for most of us, which is to get started as quickly as possible!

@TheBoomerConsumer

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

I'm so happy I stumbled across this. There's so much information out there about camcorders and DLSRs and it felt like everything I found was mostly for DLSRs. I finally started looking at what the difference is. I don't believe need all of the fine-tuned details of DLSRs (including the price tags involved with that) and camcorders have moved back into 1st place. THANK YOU

I have a veritable collection of mirror less cameras and have now opted for a video camera that have come on leaps and bounds over the years. I bought the Sony AX53 which is a brilliant camcorder and so easy to use. Best of all the stabilisation is incredible!

Thank you so much for this video! As an amateur I found it very easy to understand, without the "scarry" tech buzzwords and it helps me to think and investigate further on what device would truly meet my needs and could handle with my level of "expertise". (I'm just a father looking for an easy to handle, budget camera, with decent quality to make - mainly - family shoots.)

Excelent content! Having worked with camcorders in the past, I was always boggled by why the heck the video content production market is going down the path of the photography cameras for that. Looking to buy myself a new camera for youtube, and it's hard to find good content about the latest camcorders.

Your point about the false savings on not buying a camcorder is very on point. I went down the unusual route of building around my camcorder (started Vixia) - DJI gimbal + several external mics, lights etc. While I would have been terrified to spent $1500 on a pro camcorder with all those built in... I've definitely spent more than that accessorising. Another point is that it's a lot of hassle to assemble all the accessories and keep everything charged. Having one solid device ready for run and gun use... absolutely invaluable!

Great review, have been going back and forth regarding weather i should get a camcorder or dslr. I just want to press record and go without the extra hassel to have a good quality video. 🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽

Really appreciate your efforts to create this video. Nicely done. Soft spoken. Beautiful channel.

@TheBoomerConsumer

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

I learned more from you in this one video than I have watching a dozen other camera videos. I'd love to take a class from you if you offer it.

precise honest and sincere analysis! I believe what Bruce is saying 100%. Focus on content. Don't waste time and money trying to find the ideal combination. There will be always another one...

I appreciate this so much. I go down the DSLR rabbit hole every time I think about upgrading my current camcorder and I'm always overwhelmed. Ready to upgrade to a prosumer camcorder instead.

@TheBoomerConsumer

2 жыл бұрын

Yes DSLR’s can be expensive, and difficult to use. A camcorder is a proper video camera, designed with that sole purpose in mind.

@reallymentalpig1173

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheBoomerConsumer can camcorders be used for cinematic videos? And how does it compare to an iPhone 8 Plus?

@YankeeWoodcraft

Жыл бұрын

Once I got my camcorder for outdoors videos, I left my DSLR collecting dust back home. Plus, my loadout went from darn near a small suitcase of gear to just a simple pod to hold the camcorder & batteries and a tripod. One & done. It's like carrying all your lenses already in one piece of equipment and again, the image quality is up there with DSLR's unless someone wants to film a motion picture.

@JesusChrist_IsTruth-LoveForALL

Жыл бұрын

​@@YankeeWoodcraft which one did you get?

First time seeing your channel - I love it! I started our channel with a nice DSLR and had a bear of a time getting good footage from it with fast moving kids. It's when I finally picked up my wife's Sony Handycam and got perfect footage, I was set. It got my channel going!

Incredible and informative video. I've been shooting photos on DSLRs for over a decade now, but have recently been looking at getting my first video camera.. I always assumed 'camcorders' were just old 90s/00s technology, when really the product has EVERYTHING I personally need a video camera for.

@consciouscoma85

6 ай бұрын

you should be able to go into your menu and fine tune it. Markus Rothkranz has some good information about video cameras.@@justinbeaton

It's almost like video cameras were made specifically for taking video.

@TheBoomerConsumer

3 жыл бұрын

Lol

I use a Sony Handycam video camera for video, and a DSLR for still photography. I wouldn't use a DSLR for video because of the rolling shutter effect, bad stabilization etc.

I been using a Sony AX53 for quite some time now and I am blown away at the quality of the video I shoot. I can zoom in on tiny objects with clear crisp video.

@markrussell.

2 жыл бұрын

That's a great Camcorder

great video man! just ordered my first camcorder, the canon xa50, and i’m so excited, but also nervous if a camcorder is the right path for me! thanks for this video!!

I agree 100%. I use the Sony PXW-X70 4K Camcorder with exceptional results, and yes you can get a blurred background with it! I shoot short film and documentaries. Well done Sir excellent video.

Well said. I have been using the Panasonic camcorder for the past two-years as my run and gun go to camera and it is the perfect camera for me. It’s all about the content!

Exactly the info I needed. Great points made! Thank you.

What a timely video, I am working on a documentary and I was thinking of investing in a DSLR but I wanted to explore camcorders thank you for this video.

Thanks for sticking up for camcorders and for pointing out the flaws with the DSLR / mirorless fandom. Thought I was missing something even after watching their side of the argument but... apparently not. Camcorders make eminently more sense for video (also... seems like as you say people are getting distracted by small details!)

Thank you so much for pointing this out, I have been a commercial photographer for over 40 years and have just about everything but I can tell you the the ax700 is a killer unit, very close to motion picture images. I shoot all the sony sir a7r and such, it has its place but for me the ax700 for video is without sought the best. thanks for the video on its greatness.

🎯 100% spot on with the difference on both. Im in the market for a video setup and when you start adding things to a dslr/mirrorless it just gets more expensive and bulkier. Camcorder it is for me.

As someone who played around with a camcorder, having my own mirror less setup, I really wondered why more people didn’t use camcorders and this video broke it down beautifully and am seriously looking to buy one now, thank you so much for this video.

I've used camcorders to record the kids track meets but i tried using my Canon 80D on a tripod and it was difficult to keep it smooth. I guess the cheap tripod didn't help especially with the weight of my 70-200mm lens attached to the camera. I tried zooming in but i couldn't get close enough. I think for certain instances a camcorder is better. I used my dslr for more enclosed events such as high school basketball or presentations. I'll probably opt for a camcorder for when i shoot outside.

Great video sir, videos that start as promised like this one 🙌🙌not the ones that start and say stick around for more

Excellent presentation! Good job!

Thanks great explanation! For a musician who is putting the camera far from the stage I think a camcorder is the way to go. A DSLR isn't going to give you depth of field from that far away, and no record limit.

Really good overview.

This is an Excellent video on the comparisons! Just what I was looking for! And @11:20 you are so correct on that!

I agree with everything you said. DSLRS are for photos .. camcorders are for videos.. simple and efficient.

Thank you for your very informative videos! I noticed the bouquet effect when you were talking on this video. Did you shoot your talking parts on a camcorder or on a DSLR if you could let me know that would be helpful thanks!

Love this video. I’ve been searching for vids like this. I use my AX43 for video and my a6100 for shots. I have the weebil LAB stabilizer and mount my ax43 on it. I wish more stabilizers were made for camcorders

Love your take on this! I'll probably get myself the Panasonic HC X20

Love the talk man, thanks!

Thank you very much for the video! You are so right. I have a Sony FDR AX 33 and I love it. I am now buying an AX 700. I make wedding videos and I think this is the best choice. You said it too !! All the best to you!!

Well done Sir.....you just destroyed a lot of misconceptions I had.

funny how the other "best video camera of" videos never mention the 30 minute record limit, or overheating issues of most mirrorless cameras.

Great video. I bought an AX-700 a couple of years ago and I love it. Go look at some 4K footage examples. Stunning footage. I use mine for green screen recording in my basement studio. Works great. Cant recommend them enough.

@mixedup5858

3 жыл бұрын

Any bokeh for short distance?

Great overview, I have only dabbled with a consumer Sony CX 450 which is Ok, but looking at something with better low light performance. A DSLR or mirrorless is tempting, but a better true video is also up there.

The AX700 transformed my online teaching and videos of content tailored for individuals with a disability. Immediately I was focused on what I was teaching rather than the technology. I was a photographer many years ago and I love a good DSLR for photography but in my opinion the AX700 and a new AX53 I have as a second camera is a far superior setup for my type of work. The bonus is that anybody can use them so I can get assistance when I need it, which was not practically possible with DSLRs. The quality and features are spectacular for the price and in the end it all just works like a video recording session should.

Well said "focus on the content, save your money " and I am your new subscriber. Many thanks!:)

Couldn’t agree more. The ergonomics alone. Plus, some have XLR audio jacks with phantom power and individual channel gain.

Great video. I've invested in the Panasonic WFX991. Best decision I've made. If needed, I do my bokehs in my software. DSLRs are limited in practicality.

Thanks for your very useful information.

Great points Thanks for sharing your thoughts with all of us:-)

Nice video! Thanks a lot from Brazil!

This is such great advice. Thank you so much.

@TheBoomerConsumer

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Thanks sir, i think i will use camcorder for guitar cover video . Because i dont want to mess with Dslr technical Stuff, so i can more focus with audio and my music content . I use my smartphone front camera at now, will buy sony cx 405 maybe for start.

Excellent! I love this video. Thank you sir. As a hobbyist who slid down the DSLR rabbit-hole, I always suspected this to be the case. But I felt I just didn't know enough about it. . I have a onetime high-end, prosumer Canon video camera I got for cheap (it uses DV tape!) and I prefer every single thing about it, and every thing about using it, over my DSLR. More or less just what you said.

@TheBoomerConsumer

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Thank you sir. This is very relevant information.

Great video! Thanks! Right thoughts...

Nice info sir ☺️I actually always loved how camcorders look!! Beautiful

@TheBoomerConsumer

2 жыл бұрын

Same here!

Perspective changer, thanks alot sir🎉

I have the Canon 5D mark iv, (and 2 other full format Canon bodies) lots of Canon L lenses, and lots of gear, but now my favourite camera is the iPhone 14 Pro Max, especially for video. My life improved when I discovered the Kirk Enterprise System bridge conversion to arca swiss for the MVH500AH video head, so that I can finally ditch those long plates that are so inconvenient for DSLR, and it's much easier with the universal arca swiss, and it works well with the iPhone with a small holder.

i really want to get a lense for my sony handycam and not sure whats the best fisheye size for skateboarding

Thank you for sharing your knowledge

Thanks for this video because I’m a newbie to YouTubing and wonted to know the difference. You have made learning about this was great.

@TheBoomerConsumer

3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

I have a Panasonic AG cx10 and for 99% of people it has everything you need. Built in ND filters, super zoom, 2 line xlr interface and light, external mic, dual card slots, even ethernet or wifi livestreaming. Its absolutely perfect for run and gun and everything except shooting an actual movie. Oh also it has infrared nightvision.

hi what type of camera did you film this video on ?

I usually buy my equipment open box or refurb and a couple of years behind the current state of the art. I bought a Canon Vixia HF R800 refurb from Canon for chump change which is my easy to carry touristy camcorder. There's not a decent video on youtube showing it's capabilities in the right hands. I may do it myself. I enjoyed the video. Good luck with the channel.

such a useful video, i appreciate you GREATLY!

@TheBoomerConsumer

10 ай бұрын

You're so welcome!

Brilliant video,I have both the Sony ax100 & ax700 ,they are both outstanding

@ricr.4669

3 жыл бұрын

nx80 here

@kiddfromjerz1659

2 жыл бұрын

Sounds fun, im thinking of getting one to shoot podcasts with, if i settle for the ax100 would i be missing out on anything significant?

My brother gifted me a Sony HXR-NX100 camcorder (1080p not 4k) for Christmas and I'll admit I was DEVESTATED. Everyone I've watched on this platfom talks about DSLR this and that, and so I thought when he spent $1500 on a camcorder instead of a DSLR for my 1st camera I thought I was going to be in trouble. Needless to say your video makes me feel better about the entire thing. Thanks for helping to prevent a dysfunctional holiday fight from happening lol.

Strait to the point information, thanks for posting.

In my opinion, the best advantage to interchangeable lenses is value retention. lenses I bought 10 years ago can be sold for 70-80 percent of what I paid for them. when replacing a camera body, all of my lenses, nd filters and other accessories carry over.

Does anyone know if the Sony and Canon camcorders have the same reputation for reliability as the other S & C cameras?

Thank you for the frank analysis!

Great video! We have a Sony FDR x 3000 (more of a camcorder than an action camera) and the AX53 and love them both!! Never use our Pan. G9, which is truly wonderful. Our only complaint on the camcorders is low light, hence the G9, but we get reasonable bokeh on the AX53 if we zoom in or shoot very close. Was considering selling the g9 and looking for smaller APSC (or maybe the Zv1), but now wondering if there is a camcorder that might work better in low light.

@TheBoomerConsumer

3 жыл бұрын

Look for a camcorder with a 1 inch sensor such as the Sony AX700 for example. They will do a bit better in low light.

Great video and lots of info, especially for those that don’t have either or. But what would you tell someone who already has the dslr with all the lenses? I’m a semi pro wildlife photographer that shoots with a full frame mirrorless Sony a7iii and a Sigma 150-500mm. And I have all the different neutral density filters, polarizing filters, etc and use a Rode Video Mic for smaller animals. But in the wildlife world, especially when filming grizzly bears, black bears or other large animal species, you don’t want any nd filters because of the amount of light needed to hit your sensor. And with grizzly bears, because they tend to kill you if you get too close, you need a lens in the 500mm or more range. How many reasonably priced camcorders are out there that shoots mainly in that long range and typically in very low light? It seems like so many, if not all, instructional videos are for vlogging where you would want a video camera to be able to film for long periods of time. But in movies and documentaries, most clips are only 15 to 20 seconds long. For myself, I’ve been searching for a good camcorder because carrying a camera and a few long lenses, plus other gear is a bit cumbersome when in the field. Do they make camcorders for documentary filmmaking that don’t cost thousands of dollars?

Just curious what you shot the video with. I notice the image goes blurry then clear...autofocus? Also I can either see you or the camera but not both. One or the other is blurry. I'm a retired nurse and I've been using fb live to teach real covid info. I'm tired of being censored for daring to utter...."vitamin c" so I've moved over to Rumble. My viewers are now asking for classes so I'm looking at devices with longer recording times. The DSLR cuts off at 29 min unless you use an external recorder. I'm guessing to do screen shares I'll need to set up my computer webcam and switch back and forth between cams. The whole thing is overwhelming. I want to help people with these classes but I keep getting stuck with the tech obstacles. Please help!!

Awesome video and great info, thank you! One no-brainer detail I might add would be that some people starting out online might need a video camera and a stills cam. One bonus for mirrorless/DSLR. Not disagreeing with this great content, though. Much wisdom, here. 🙂

Well said. Thanks!

@TheBoomerConsumer

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

I love camcorders, I have 3 of them, one is 480 from 12 years ago, the other two are 1080, one is sony and the other is canon, and they are not 4k. I also have a DSRL camera and you are absolutely right with the change of lenses and all the functions. I think that depending on the situation, video cameras can be used for many things. . It is not the same to have a camera made only for video than a photographic camera that you use for video. I imagine that already in 4k they have to record much better. I once tried a sony 4k 5 years ago and I didn't like it very much. The audio was recorded poorly and did not have much zoom. But maybe in these years the new models have improved. It did record the video very well, the depth of field, but I didn't like the audio and the zoom. But if the camcorders are wonderful, I have great affection for them and I continue to use them.

Been thinking about just this. Thanks for permission to get a camcorder and sell my GH5 and all those accessories. At 73 I can’t retain all the stuff I don’t want to forget. Had more fun on the video camera days. Content be king not tech. Got into the biz with the Panasonic DVX 100, moved up to the HPX 170 made $$$. Lured away to the GH4 then the GH5. Looking for an Panasonic video camera to do more run and gun stuff. Miss concentrating on filming and less on fiddlin’.

Does this have a nightvision like old VHS camcorders from 00's?

Well said my friend. Greetings from Australia.

I wish I knew about it before buying GH5. I agree that camcorder is the best for the run and gun situation. Especially for youtubing camcorders are the most convenient and easy to use in every situation.

Batteries are mounted externally on camcorders not internally like in photo cameras. This makes changing batteries easy and quick and don't require removing the camera from a tripod. Same goes for memory cards. Some photo cameras will position the card slot underneath the unit and makes it slow and cumbersome to swap out.

Great video Boomer, you just picked up a new subscriber. Q, What camera are you using to record this video? the front shot...

I don't know about DSLR's but one thing I like about camcorders is they are parfocal, which means they stay in focus and don't blur when you zoom in or out or change from direction to direction shooting fast moving subjects. Go Pros & I phones blur on the fly for split seconds before they lock in to the focus area.

Do you know if there is a difference between Sony Ax700 and Ax700/B ? Is there a difference with the /B or not? Model difference? Or the same?

Can I use a SONY Cyber-shot HX400VB for video on a budget

Opinion of Black Magic 6K Pro product? Is this the best marriage of the two styles so far?

I started out with the canon xa 11 camcorder for parts of the worship service and the sermon of a church I’ve been attending. I got a great deal on that at a pawn shop for $650 cash. Since then I have purchased 2 lumix G7’s. Everything in this video is SPOT on! The camcorder is way easier to use. I’ve spent so much time on YT finding out how to set the lumix’s to match the Canon.

Making a body made to take stills comfortable to hold for video is a point I've always made about using DSLRs. Another issue as a photographer is that most cameras since 2017 haven't improved for still photography. Manufacturers now have to cram more video features to make a marketable product. I just need my camera to take photos. My favorite camera is a Nikon D700. I might upgrade to another D700 and a D3. My money goes to quality glass. I don't need more than 128,000 iso (you're doing something wrong if you do) and I don't need a red record button. I've been looking at prosumer level camcorders recently and this video sold me on them. I might not be able to achieve the level of cinematography someone can achieve with a 35mm but that level of cinematography requires serious rigs (chassis', tripods, trollies etc), specialized lenses for smoother manual focusing. I really just want to get my feet wet with video for photojournalism and for that the camcorder is king. Also professional camcorders can stream live which is a huge plus.

Thank you !

When I bought the 5D MK2, I rigged and used it for video and photo but between the terrible ergonomics and lack of good focus, I couldn't use it for long content. Images and colors looked great but when you need audio, better screen, dual recording, battery life, camcorders just make sense. Only camera I'd consider with DSLR form factor today is a R5C.

wife is making YT videos and used our A6000, but it overheated during summer (she makes VLOGS around 45-70 minutes long) so we got fed up with it. Great for photos, not videos. So we spent some cash on a AX700 and man, my life is so much easier. We set it up for her with all the settings and now she can just flip it up, press REC and record a video. Never has it been a problem, never has a settings changed or been wrong. Power on, rec and she is ready. External microphone works much better to with proper audio settings. we had to get additional light, but thats more because of the winters here with 0 sun for 3 months at a time. She has made about 20 videos with it and never have I had to come and save her project in final cut because some settings was wrong, it just works. Additionaly, it will be great for future videos of our expected baby. The AF, lenses, tracking,features (4k, slog, hdr etc) is all there. For still photos the A6000 will be kept around, I use it regulary. Plus side is that you can connect a HDMI cable to a capture card and record 24/7-365 with no over heating or issues.

@jmkhenka

2 жыл бұрын

To add to that, I looked at comparable DSL's with similar setup - ND filter, 25-30ish lens, 4k (hdr, slog not importaint but I have the option) and saw that its almost TWICE as expensive. Add to that, this camera can record FHD 1000FPS, wich is really nice for slow motion video.

This man is trying to save you money and get you creating content. Look at some of these channels that tell you to buy all this mirrorless crap... their content is only about the products! They have no creativity. Get a camera that will allow you to just focus on the world around you and not on the camera. Trust me. I've been through it. After countless mirrorless cameras and regretting selling my ax100, I just bought an ax700 for a great deal and I can already feel myself focusing on the subjects and not the camera.

I use the AX-43 for video and the A6100 for photos. I wish gimbals were made for camcorders instead of just DSLRs

Great. Thank you.

Oh my God I am so happy with my sony video camera and my wedding customers are loving it.

@TheBoomerConsumer

Жыл бұрын

Great 👍

Hi, how longs material you recording on DSLR and camcorders? If you recording long materials over 30 mintes DLSR is not good. Camcorder recording long video lot over 30 minutes.

i dont like that Wide Aperture lens , having tiny field of focus , so it hunts all the time , whats wrong with having a bit smaller aperture and having all in focus , would be nice

I have a question. What do you think about if we compare Professional Video cameras (not consumer as you have), Cinema Cameras and DSLR cameras? I like and use only Professional Canon XF series videocameras and I hate those DSLR cameras even I have Canon 5D Mark III DSLR camera. I mean I hate DSLR cameras only if shoot video with it... for many many reasons. DSLR: for photography and Video cameras: for videography and cinematography. But what you think? ☺

DSLR's are for photography Camcorders are for videos Yes, it sounds obvious but I think we tend to forget about it quite a lot. Unfortunately, I'm getting tired of using DSLR's for videos. It doesn't matter what you shoot, the DSLR's cannot record for more than 30 minutes (at least 90% of the dslr's won't), and if they do record for more than 30 minutes, they tend to overheat. They're so unpractical. If you want to shoot videos (podcasts, youtube etc), go for a camcorder, trust me!