••Nikon D400 - 1080p 24fps $1999••

mattsand said:
Live view is designed for viewing, that's why it's automatic, even if you're purposly underexposing an image you want to see it bright for framing. I think they simply added recording to an already existing module. Frame rate? Same thing.
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That could well be the case. A lot of theories suggest that the D90 was just to get the idea out there and see what kind of buzz it generated. It was obviously popular with indie filmmakers. If they've listened then they will have no doubt heard the call that we want a good manual digital cinema camera.

I was going to buy a D90, but with these D400 rumors swirling I'm gonna wait. I'm not a photographer, although part of my reason for buying one would be to learn photography. A D90 would be plenty good enough for me, but I'd rather wait and spend more money on the D400 for 1080p and better quality in the video department as well.

Do you hear that Nikon? I'm sure there are others just like me that would be willing to spend more on a really great DSLR/digital movie camera that can deliver pro results in both departments.

Plus, they can't sit on their bums since Canon's 5D mkII already has a better video codec and a mic input. The main problem is just the 30p only limitation. It is only a matter of time before Canon could include 24p video in their DSLR's that will inevitably come out later this year. The next Digital Rebel anyone? If that had a good codec, 24p, a mic input, and manual control all at a cheap price point then Nikon would loose a lot of ground on the DSLR video side of things.
 
alexandroff said:
so it is full frame? what do u guys think?
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I have no idea. Some people say FX, others say DX sensor. I would guess that if Nikon wanted to go head to head with Canon's 5D mkII and offer something as good or better for less, then it will be full frame. If Nikon wants to keep the option open for a future upgrade to the D700 with a D800, then I'd guess the D400 will stay with a DX sensor for now.

I just want to know if it is really coming, how much, and most importantly for my needs, what the video pros and cons are.
 
Super8 said:
oh yeah...try shooting with a GY-HD200 with Anton Bauer bricks, Monitor, Letus and Mattebox...all on your shoulder....you will loose that love for making films real quickly!

:)
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Just out of curiosity... Why didn't you choose to go with the JVC Adapter made for your cam instead of the letus? Seems like a much cleaner/better solution...
 
i believe the jvc adapter is just a mount that lets you use 35mm optics, not a 35mm adapter per se. there's still the crop factor and so on. no ground glass.

/matt
 
With the success of video DSLRs, I'd be surprised if all future Nikon and Canon didn't include video. By adding video to all their future releases, Nikon and Canon will be enticing photographers of any level to upgrade their current DSLRs.
 
I reckon I'm probably not the only one who....
* has a superzoom 'bridge' camera for stills, and have been considering upgrading to dSLR for the fun of narrow DoF
* doesn't have a HiDef camcorder and don't really want one, when....
* I'd love to have a dSLR that does video well, because narrow DoF moving images look fantastic.

For stills pics I've put up with near infinte DoF and noisy pics from the small sensor, but the time has come to consider spending money for better results.

I don't want to waste money on a conventional camcorder with small sensor, Never Quite Enough resolution, and the Video Look with small sensor noise and large DoF.

I **DO** want to have a dSLR that DOES IT ALL WELL, and will happily spend the next xx years buying a whole load of lenses to go with it.

Make me happy, Canon / Nikon / Panasonic, and I'll keep your shareholders happy!
Me and xx thousands of other would-be purchasers in the same position :)
 
MJ Peg said:
I **DO** want to have a dSLR that DOES IT ALL WELL, and will happily spend the next xx years buying a whole load of lenses to go with it.
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That makes a ton of sense from a logical point of view, however, Nikon and Canon can probably maximize their profits by slowly introducing all the features we want over 2-4 camera body generations.

You're absolutely right about the lenses. I too want to have more flexibility but without the hassle of a 35mm adapter, which costs pretty much what a DSLR costs alone. Just think how many more lenses Canon would sell if they merged the 5D mkII with an XH-A1. I think something like that is inevitable. The problem is when will it get here... a year? Two to three? I wish I knew.
 
I was looking at the D90 but I might as well wait. No hurry anyway. Plus it might drop the price of the D90 too.
 
Nektonic said:
That makes a ton of sense from a logical point of view, however, Nikon and Canon can probably maximize their profits by slowly introducing all the features we want over 2-4 camera body generations.

You're absolutely right about the lenses. I too want to have more flexibility but without the hassle of a 35mm adapter, which costs pretty much what a DSLR costs alone. Just think how many more lenses Canon would sell if they merged the 5D mkII with an XH-A1. I think something like that is inevitable. The problem is when will it get here... a year? Two to three? I wish I knew.
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Please dont give them any idears:(
 
Jack_Felis said:
You guys haven't heard of the "black spots" problem? It's similar with the "black sun" problem the RED One has but the 5D Mark II experiences it sometimes with just normal lights. Look it up, it's weird, but avoidable.
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The black dots have been corrected via firmware upgrade 1.0.7 which my dealer installed before I picked it up.
 
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