Should You Wait For Better Specs Camcorder ? Camcorders vs. DSLRs

Should You Wait For Better Specs Camcorder ? I discuss the limitations on why we should or should not expect selective capabilities from DSLRs / Mirrorless cameras into camcorders.

There are some newer cameras that behave more like a cinema/hybrid, such as the Sony FX3 and Canon EOS C70, so they may work for your production, depending on budgets and production format requirements, but let’s look at the pros and cons of using a broadcast-style camcorder for your production rather than a mirrorless or DSLR camera in certain production environments.

First, there are obvious pros of using DSLR/mirrorless cameras for video:

Small, portable size
Cinema-quality sensors
Still image option
Lower cost
Fine shutter control
High-quality imagery in low light
Numerous lens choices
Many accessory options for handheld and mobile productions

Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
0:42 Major Spec. Differences Between DSLRs and Camcorders
1:00 Camcorders Capture Duration Requirement
4:19 Sensor Size Limitations On Camcorders
7:50 Conclusion