what would you chose to older prosumer or newer consumer

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loudlael

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Being fairly new to filming, I'm trying to decide is using an old vx2000 or buying something like a VIXIA HF S21 would be better for shooting weddings and other similar events. I'm comfortable around the vx2000 and have not used a consumer hd camera yet. I'm going by quality of image, ability to capture. I'm only set up to do one event and am borrowing the vx2000 so I thought that maybe I would just buy a under 1k camera instead and jump into it.
thanks for any advice. I hope I've given enough information if not please let me know.
 
I'd borrow the VX2000 and rent a wireless mic. Getting good audio for the bride and groom is very important and something that can't be done unless you are less than 5 feet from then.

You don't want to be that close...so rent that wireless mic and film away. Just make sure it has an appropriate output for your camera. I think the VX2000 only has an 1/8" audio input jack.
 
I'd say get the VIXIA HF S21 and a Beachtek adapter. Now you can be upclose, but not be intrusive because the camera is smaller and it has a 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack you can still use an XLR Mic with the adapter. Plus it's HD. But if you're new to the workflow you may want to stay with the VX2000.

-Nate
 
Thanks guys
I used the Vx2000 and have a wireless g2 that I have as well as recorded it to my H4n. I think my audio was better than my video for the shoot.
Sure was tired after shooting the wedding. I think I'm crossing over though from audio to video.
 
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