Comments on: Top Ten HDSLR Gear List.

By: Chris Marino

Chris Marino — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 19:36:33 +0000

First you need to define better. Next you need to ask yourself how much money do I want to spend. Remember a camera body is just that. When shooting video you will need more accessories than typical.

By: Tan

Tan — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 12:56:35 +0000

Hi there,

Is 60D better than 5D Mark II as well for video as 5D Mark II is a couple of years old? Please advice.

Thanks,
Tan

By: Jared Abrams

Jared Abrams — Sat, 02 Apr 2011 16:37:58 +0000

60D is better than 7D. Manual Audio control for video.

By: Arief H. R.

Arief H. R. — Sat, 02 Apr 2011 12:29:26 +0000

nice post, but

how about 7d and 60d ?

wich one is better to HDSLR. ?

thanks before !

By: Jared Abrams

Jared Abrams — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 13:20:06 +0000

Most support equipment is very subjective. The RRM kit I use works for me. It may not work for anyone else. My AC hates the 24″ steel rods that I prefer. I would have to disagree that any autofocus lens is better than any manual focus lens for video work. They are not as precise by design. HD-SD will not be an issue in the future, embrace the squeeze. We dropped the LP MP several times, no breakage (see video). They are overpriced.
Thanks,
Jared

By: Darryl Gregory

Darryl Gregory — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 08:05:58 +0000

Nice post Jared, Very informative, But I have somethings to add…

1. Although the Zeiss ZE 50mm f1.4 would be my first choice If I were to want all Zeiss lenses for the purpose of Color & Contrast, But the Sigma 50mm f/1.4 EX DG HSM Autofocus Lens for Canon is sharper.

2. The Redrock Micro Field Cinema Bundle is over priced at$1,204.50,
When All you need is the Redrock Micro microshoulderMount Deluxe Bundle at$568.00 With the flat Offset accessory kit at$179.00 and the Manfrotto 577 Rapid Connect Adapter with Sliding Mounting Plate (501PL)
at$51.90, this setup it’s inline with a Zacuto Z-Finder, and or a Monitor, they only difference is the weights and the OVER PRICED micro DSLR Baseplate, that I see as unnecessary.

3. Marshall 5” HDMI monitor Comes in a slow second place over the SmallHD DP6 for the 5DMKII and other Cameras that down rez to SD during record period! No Further discussion here.

4. Litepanels MicroPro is WAY OVER PRICED, and they break easily
Save money and get a 160 LED from china for under $60 , they work
great, I own 5 there that good!

Well this is my 2 cents, with no obligation(s) to any DSLR rig Manufacturer, I hope this helps at least one person form buying only name brand(s).

Thanks Jared.

By: Jared Abrams

Jared Abrams — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 02:36:40 +0000

http://www.keh.com has some good deals on used lenses.
Thanks,
Jared

By: Brent

Brent — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 00:40:17 +0000

Where do you recommend purchasing GOOD used lenses?