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[Chaos123x]

To dispel this misnomer, the only thing a DSLR has over any other proper prosumer video camera is control over how much shallow depth of field you want. With everything else, the AG-AC130 (and other similar-class video cameras) is a better camera.

I think the advantages of of DSLR outweigh the disadvantages. I sold my hpx200 and got 2 gh2's and some lenses. If I ever buy a "proper" video camera again it would be something like the Af100.

 

[iain.bason]

I'm thinking about the Sennheiser wireless mic EW112 G3.

I would suggest using a wired mic if that's feasible. In my experience (admittedly limited), wireless mics are finicky, eat batteries, and can't compare in sound quality to a good wired mic.

 

[Gary Huff]

The Sennheiser G3 is a great wireless mic. I haven't had any of those problems that you've mentioned.

 

[Lucas Adamson]

To dispel this misnomer, the only thing a DSLR has over any other proper prosumer video camera is control over how much shallow depth of field you want. With everything else, the AG-AC130 (and other similar-class video cameras) is a better camera.

1. A misnomer is something that's named wrongly. Surely you meant mistake or myth.
2. The GH2 is a class apart from all of the Canon DSLRs. In fact it's not really a DSLR. It can record in Intra-frame now, so no AVCHD P frames, and at an enormous 176Mb bitrate.
3. The video quality is at least as good as any video camera mentioned on this page in my experience. Dual system audio and ND filters, and you're away!

Having said that, a traditional video camera may be a better choice for the OP, for the simplicity of use.

 

[hendosan]

The Sennheiser G3 is a great wireless mic. I haven't had any of those problems that you've mentioned.

I second the G3 tip. They are extremely robust even in environments flooded with other wireless signals. My favorite piece of the kit is the wireless XLR transmitter - you can easily connect it to a mixer or PA and run around freely while recording house sound at the same time.