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Best Filming Camera?

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BenG
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I am wondering what a good filming camera would be, im thinking between the Canon 7d, Canon 60D, and the Canon 3ti. what do you think is the best filming camera for the cost around those. THis would really help.
Jan 24 2012 12:16AM
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WillStart
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definitely not the 7D. although it was really sick for filming when it came out, it's been surpassed in terms of video features by the 60D, T2i, and T3i.


however, the 7D, 60D, T2i, and T3i all have the same sensor, so they will produce the same image. So as far as video goes, the main difference between the T3i and 60D, considering they both have manual audio and an articulating screen, is the build quality of the 60D, which is better than that of the T3i. whether that's enough to warrant the price difference is up to you. and the 60D is better for photo stuff I'm fairly certain.
Jan 24 2012 12:26AM
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STAUSS
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...the 7D. 
Jan 24 2012 12:26AM
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STAUSS
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what other video features on the t3i, and 60d surpass the 7d, besides the manual audio and articulating screen? 

i've always perceived the 7d to the be better camera because it shoots 60 fps, but i dont really know much about these things.  
Jan 24 2012 12:31AM
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BenG
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Will, so what do you think i should get out of thos three the 60D, T2i, or the T3i. and isnt there a 3ti? anyway out of those four now, what do you think would be the best for FILMING Park. Thank you
Jan 24 2012 12:31AM
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blatt
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They all shoot at 60fps. 7D is outdated in regards to video when compared to the T2i, T3i, and 60D. All of which can be hacked with magic lantern which makes it lightyears ahead of the 7D.

Here's what I believe is the only true advantages of the 7D
-HDMI out for when using monitors
-"weather-proof" body
-Bigger, therefore more badass
-7.6 photos/second (correct me if I'm wrong) photo burst
-More AF points
Jan 24 2012 12:38AM
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BenG
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So Im thinking of the best camera for the best price. I want to get a bundle also. so i am thinking of the 60D or t2i. I am hoping to get a good explenation for what i should get and why. i want to get the best FILMING CAMERA that wont Break and for a reasonable price. Please explain why. I really dont care what Brand or Model i just wont a Good well Built camera, That can last in the snow, and Put out AMAZING Cameras.
Jan 24 2012 12:47AM
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skituner
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60d+ magic lantern= win
Jan 24 2012 12:47AM
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BenG
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put out AMAZING quality*
Jan 24 2012 12:48AM
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blatt
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They're all going to put out the same quality. When comparing T2i to the 60D. The only thing the 60d really has over the T2i is a few bells and whistles..

Get a T2i, buy some lenses with the extra cash
Jan 24 2012 1:00AM
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STAUSS
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i have a t2i and love that shit so far. 
The quality of any of those cameras in terms of video is for the most part the same (except what kids have said about the 7d i guess..)

the 60D has a bigger/ sealed body, so its more water/dust resistant. 
Jan 24 2012 1:16AM
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WillStart
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wait, you know your T2i shoots 60p, right?


just double checking because of your previous post
Jan 24 2012 1:28AM
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p.hawks
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I'm going to have to say the gh2. I think it is around $700 for body only, af actually works when recording video, and you can adapt almost any lens ever made. Also, when you install the hack, the video quality is amazing (like comparable to RED, fs100, better than 5d, etc.). It isn't weather sealed, and while it may be a smaller sensor, the photos are good enough for decent size prints. Also, what is your entire budget? you know that there are many things you need besides the camera. Just pointing that out because the t2i is around $500-$600 now, while the 7d is well over $1000.
Jan 24 2012 7:40AM
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gabe_cohen
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t3i for sure
Jan 24 2012 10:32AM
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