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EM_Productions
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hey guys, I have over 600 bucks in gopro gear and Im going to sell it all and buy a DSLR, i don't know much about them except for the fact that the video turns out a lot better than a gopro if used correctly... So I'm wondering if i should buy a t2i or a t3i and what lens i should purchase as well... Im kind of on a budget so i would like a decent lens for a decent price.
Mar 30 2014 5:22PM
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edai
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dont buy a DSLR you dont have the money for a good setup and based on this thread existing im 90% youre not smart enough to figure out how to use it
Mar 30 2014 5:39PM
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*DUMBCAN*
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$600 go pro stuff = $400 when you sell it. That won't cover you for a DSLR.

If you want to shoot DSLR save for the T3i, but I always have the attitude of "I've saved this much, what's an extra $300 for a better piece of kit" and I'd get a second hand 70D/60D. The reason for these two cameras is the articulated screen, you'll be able to get cool low down angled up shots without having to lie on the ground and still see what you're filming.

You'll also need a microphone because the inbuilt one is complete shit and any noise will get drowned out by wind, Rode videomic is the standard, plus a deadcat (not actually a dead cat, just a really fluffy thing that goes on the microphone to cut out the noise of the wind generated by you skiing). I'd recommend getting a cheap tripod over a knock-off glide cam - glide cams are overused and a tripod is more versatile. Also you can stabilise for follow cams with a tripod, it's just slightly more annoying.

Ignore the douche who says you need to learn how to use it, that is true but everyone has to start somewhere.
Mar 30 2014 5:52PM
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edai
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I'm sorry i didnt mean that
Mar 30 2014 5:53PM
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*DUMBCAN*
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Sorry for callin ya a douche :)

Mar 30 2014 5:57PM
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Lou.
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t2i - No flippy screen
t3i - flippy screen

For a lens, with your price range, I'd keep the kit lens. Maybe go with a used t2i with kit lens, then a cheaperish mic and possibly a flycam nano or used glidecam.

But to be totally honest, just keep filming with your gopro until you have enough to buy a nicer setup with some actual nice glass and a real mic and real stabilization. 600 is enough to get you a good enough photo setup but not really enough to get you into a film setup.
Mar 30 2014 9:29PM
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wellthisisold
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Just saying that in my opinion a glide cam is easier to carry around than a tripod.
Mar 30 2014 11:32PM
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PacificRimJob
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You guys are full of shit... on the used market, you can SO get a decent DSLR setup for cheap.

Bargain priced T2i + Tokina 12-24 F4 is going for about 570$ or so right now on most Used sites (KEH/Adorama/BHpv)

use that extra 30$ on batteries (get Wasabi Power) and memory cards (the transcend ones will work alright at first), and maybe find a 5-10$ tripod at goodwill if you don't have one.

Boom. Now go shoot. upgrade accessories as you go/DIY shit up.



If you want a mic & faster lens, wait until you have another 100$ laying around, buy the Takstar mic for 30-35$, and the 50 f1.8 mkII used on craigslist for ~75$. Kill it.
Mar 30 2014 11:50PM
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Lou.
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Damn. I take back my response. Op if This is accurate pricing this is no doubt your best bet
Apr 1 2014 7:10AM
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dan_swagner
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gopros are easier to carry than a dslr so im assuming you shoot with a gopro on the glidecam.

I dont think you should pick your gear by what is the easiest to carry. you can find a light weight tripod that is just as easy to carry with you and get a larger variety of angles.
Apr 1 2014 11:12AM
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wellthisisold
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Why the hell would you think that? I'm the versatility of a glide cam to a tripod. Nothing else.
Apr 1 2014 9:30PM
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dan_swagner
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A tripod is often lighter than a glidecam with a large camera and all the weights to balance it. They are about the same to carry to the location if you bringing a backpack with lenses and camera bodies. And if you want to get a static shot or pan or pans and tilt shots it's more difficult with the glidecam to pull off smooth. Your arm will also get tired quickly if you are trying to do a locked shot or pans with the glide cam. And the glidecam limits your lens choice more than a tripod will. It's more difficult to shoot with a lens over 50mm on a glide cam. The glidecam is a great tool but it's not made for every job. If I had to pick between a tripod or glidecam, I would pick a tripod most of the time. I just don't think one is much easier to carry than the other.
Apr 2 2014 12:07AM
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