Digital Single Lens Reflex Cameras

Oh, the DLSR. There are so many reasons to buy one, yet so many reasons to wait until you can afford a "real camera." Or is DSLR filmmaking the progressive frontier that will lead filmmaking into the next epoch? The answer is "probably not." Its time has most likely passed with the release of inexpensive Sony and Panasonic prosumer camcorders released this month with APS-C sensors that don't succumb to rolling shutter problems and give a more "film" look. Whatever that means, right? Either way, there are many positive aspects of DSLR's that make them so useful to independent filmmakers. The most glaringly evident feature of the Digital Single Lens Reflex camera is its price tag. The second is its sensor size, and the third is its physical size. It also performs well in low light with the capability for increased light sensitivity over a thirteen stop range. All aforementioned features are better than other available options, however, there are also many shortcomings. Most notable is the rolling shutter effect that makes quick pans literally stomach churning-ly bad. Second is their size in the sense that they are too small to operate steadily without a support system. Lastly, DSLR's are not made specifically for video. While these shortcomings may prevent some filmmakers from using them, I've got to say from personal experience, having a camera and being able to shoot whenever is better than having your money sit in the bank waiting for the Scarlet to come out.

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