Why I Switched To DSLR

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sadude

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I wrote this article on my website and I would like your input:

http://newagetv.co.za/videographer/why-i-switched-to-dslr/

I wanted to help those deciding if they should go dslr as I know this can be a huge decision. The basic idea I have put forward is that dslr's are a great starting point for professional video people who are tired of having to upgrade their camera systems every few years to keep up with the industry.

The Module Camera Concept or MCC means that you look at all the different functions that your camera performs seperately. The lens, the Chip, The Audio etc.

You build these up to replicate your professional video camera and then if you need to upgrade a certain module like the chip, then all you do is upgrade that I.e buy the latest 5D etc.

This means you save money by not having to upgrade an entire camera with built in lenses etc. You just replace what needs to be upgraded.

I would appreciate your thoughts on this and if you could comment on my article that would be great too :)
 
I just skimmed it, since I have a job to get through, but this looks like more pictures than words, and those words are largely a description of a basic kit. I think you can do a lot more to explain the benefits. And you may want to note that it's not an all or nothing decision. Sometimes higher end cameras are needed, but you can always rent those and still have the DSLR for smaller projects and personal work.
 
Good article. I still think there is a place for a DSLR rig in every professionals kit. As a C300 and a former C100 owner, 90% of my work (reality TV/ID Discovery recre work) is shot on a 5D M3. It's what the producers want. They don't want to hear about how it's inferior to my C300, they just want that look and because they are paying me, I don't argue. Of course the ergonomics suck, but part of me likes the whole modular aspect that you laid out so well in your article.
 
Cassius said:
I just skimmed it, since I have a job to get through, but this looks like more pictures than words, and those words are largely a description of a basic kit. I think you can do a lot more to explain the benefits. And you may want to note that it's not an all or nothing decision. Sometimes higher end cameras are needed, but you can always rent those and still have the DSLR for smaller projects and personal work.
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good point about the hiring. i get caught hiring because the equipment tends to fail and the battery might not work. plus i have to go pick up the equipment which is an extra hassle.
 
E GREY said:
Good article. I still think there is a place for a DSLR rig in every professionals kit. As a C300 and a former C100 owner, 90% of my work (reality TV/ID Discovery recre work) is shot on a 5D M3. It's what the producers want. They don't want to hear about how it's inferior to my C300, they just want that look and because they are paying me, I don't argue. Of course the ergonomics suck, but part of me likes the whole modular aspect that you laid out so well in your article.
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thats true, clients who want the dslrs are becomming more and more and there is no point arguing. they see it as leading edge and that makes it appealling
 
I get the point of an MCC and in part it is what I'd love to see it in the near future too. However, I actually want it to be modules, more or less like LEGO (trademark...) and actually like the computer industry. And the reason is because I have one extra desire: a compact setup!

The thing is, with a DSLR your trying to make those modules work with each other. However, the only language those modules talk are 15mm holes and 1/4"/20 holes. As a result my LEGO project got real expensive. I do have the modules, but for quite some time one of those modules decided to reposition itself. So you buy better rods, quick release plates, anti twist plates, cable fixing thingys, hdmi port savers, .. And all this still does not include the time, effort and most importantly frustration to make the modules work together.
Really, I'd love to be able to buy a rig and all, a kick-ass lens and upgrade the body over time, but I'm pretty sure I'll still have to buy another loupe, a different hdmi port saver or a quick release receiving from the front. So, it is modular to some extent.
And don't get me started on, 'if you have multiple camera's you can use some modules on those too'. The answer is, yes you can, but you'll want an assistant to convert the entire setup and double check every bolt is fastened again.

I'd love to see an industry standard on form factors of enclosures, a standard socket for the sensor, a standard.. a standard.. a standard... And once I have that, I'm pretty sure I'd love somebody to break away from that standard, just like I'd love to see that happen in the computer industry. (Apple tries it, in a sense, with the new Mac Pro.)
 
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