So, let's suppose someone were going to put together a pro or
semi-pro camera/mic kit to elevate the quality of their videoblog to
something that might actually warrant being paid for (just go with me
here, please-- I don't want to start an argument about value and
vlogging, just a tech
The Panasonic AG-DVC60 is the one to get in my opinion. First it is the least expensive at $2,000 and it has the professional look (it is a shoulder camera). Weight: 6 pounds. It is pretty big - probably a foot and a half long - but light. You can shoot for hours without being tired.
With a
ok to take the step upwards these are the elements i would suggest in
terms of looking at equipment..
audio-
make sure the camera has XLR (the three pin sockets) and can generate
phantom power. That way you can upgrade to a more professional
microphone when you feel like it. There are some
Ok, shooting with a shoulder mounted camera for your videoblog is
silly, shoulder-mounted camera's have some advantages, for example,
you can basically turn yourself into a tripod with one, but they
severely limit your field of motion with the camera. Eric Rice has a
Panasonic DVC-30 and I
