GH4-R is unleashed
Probably the most popular “DSLR” type camera that shoots 4K video, the Panasonic GH4, is getting a mid-life refresh. The new GH4R offers “unlimited” 4K recording (Cinema 4K: 4096×2160 / 24 fps…
New stills cam from Sony boasts super stabiliser
There’s a new full-frame camera on the block and it’s toting a 5-axis optical stabilisation system on the sensor – a world first, apparently. It’s Sony’s A7 II, building on…
Canon updates C100 camcorder
Canon’s popular and well-liked DSLR/camcorder hybrid, the C100 has had a makeover. The new C100 MkII is said to have inherited technology from its much bigger brother, the C500, plus other…
Tascam updates DSLR audio recorder
There’s a new version of Tascam’s audio recorder for DSLR video. The DR-60D MkII builds on the original, award-winning, release but has upgraded pre-amps. If you’re not familiar with it,…
Which camcorder for stage show?
First of all, yes, the HF-G25 is essentially the same as an XA10 minus the XLR audio inputs (not a problem if another camera will take the stage audio feed…
Camcorder choice: beware red herrings
The endless dilemma. We received a question recently along these lines: “Our company wants to start a YouTube channel and has a a budget of £800. Which camcorder should we…
Connecting XLR mics to consumer camcorders
Connecting professional XLR microphones to consumer level camcorders or DSLR cameras is fraught with potential problems. Many people seem to assume they can just wire an XLR to 3.5mm jack…
Decent low light and audio in a cheap camcorder?
Answer There is no camcorder in your price range that will handle low light well. In fact I’d go so far as to say there is no camcorder under £2,500…