How does the video quality compare to a standalone camcorder? I have a Canon VIXIA HF100 and would like to replace it with the T4i.
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I haven't really used this camera much for video. It takes excellent pictures though.
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The T4i is very good for short video clips but DSLRs tend to overheat during long uninterrupted shots. You'll still want your camcorder for school plays, etc.
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I have not used a stand alone camcorder but the picture quality on the T4i stood up to my husbands 46 inch big screen without any distortion or issues. There are various settings on this camera regarding the video quality you can use a higher storage capacity to get more footage with a higher quality but if you do that I would highly recommend investing in a battery grip for twice the battery life, although I have never had any issues with mine taking whatever it was being used for the battery grip will give you twice the battery life of a standard battery on this camera. The battery grip holds 2 of the standard batteries for longer shooting or video time with your camera. I have enjoyed every aspect of this camera and plan on using it Thursday to record my Daughters graduation ceremony because it does really well in low lighting. I hope that helps sorry I couldn't give you an honest answer regarding the stand alone but if you do find it is better or worse I would love to hear back from you regarding it. I do know in a comparison of the T4i and the new T5i that the only real difference between them is the price and T3i is great, I bought one for my daughter as a graduation present and couldn't resist playing with it, but the video quality on the T4i was much better and the photo quality was higher. I did a lot of research before investing in my camera and I can honestly say it was time well spent because I truly do love my camera and everything it provides me with.
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Video quality is comparable to that of a stand alone device. Only sacrifice is storage.
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I shoot youtube videos, weddings, etc. with this camera love it highly recommend it! Great camera quality is great. Much better than a camcorder in my opinion.
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I am considering CX150 or CX110. Is there any difference between those two except 16GB internal memory in CX150? I have been researching camcorder for more than week and can't decide. Now boils down to one of these two - no reasons...just due to Sony brand. I know there better rated panasonic and canon out there in the similar price range...any comments???
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Sorry, I can't offer any feedback, but I found it funny that someone else is having the same dilemna with the same 2 cameras. So I will also be intersted in hearing any input as well. Is the video capability really worth it?
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I bought the Canon HTC-100 HDMI cable for my Canon Vixia HFS10 camcorder. The picture quality is horrible! The color is way off -- yellow and muddy. The supplied component cables produce a far superior and accurate image. Anyone have any advice or should I just return the cable?
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Hello,I am the proud owner of the HMC40 and love the video quality I get from it. I rarely take stills with it because I also own a Canon 7D DSLR and can say I am very pleased with the quality i get from it as well. Because the stills with the Panasonic are sub-par is the reason I don't use it for stills.
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If you go to cnet, they have a more detailed comparison between the two. I'll try a link here...http://www.cnet.com.au/camcorders/0,239035877,339272971,00.htm
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Can you explain the difference in the following 3 Panasonic Camcorders:HDC-TM90KHDC-TM700HDC-HS700I REALLY need to buy a good camcorder (under about $700) to take video of my son's lacrosse games for college recruiters. THANK YOU!!
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I'm not that familiar with the T4i but I believe it is superseded by the T5i. I'm very impressed with the auto focus video on the 70D. you might compare all features and determine which are of value to you before selecting a model. Both will take exceptional photos.
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I just purchased a Canon Vixia HG 20 camcorder. I am stumped in trying to download videos to my computer with the ultimate goal of copying them to a DVD burner. The software that came with the camera is not that good. Any suggestions on another software? Also, when I attempt to play videos on my computer, the video is not "seamless" it jumps from one scene to another. Any help out there?
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Hey there -I see no one has really responded to your question - I am in the same boat - looking for many of the things you are. I have been looking at the Sanyo Xacti HD700 7MP MPEG-4 High Definition 720p Camcorder with 5x Optical Zoom - the reviews have been pretty good - not sure about the external mic - and it still has the low light issues - Let me know if you made a choice -
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I have not used a 60D, but I bought T4i this summer and I am thrilled with the results. It is 1000% better than the Rebel XT. Sharper image, better color rendering, etc. I could not be happier with the performance of the T4i.
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Just keep in mind that the Canon XSi does not have video at all. And the LCD screen does not support live view. Other than that I think the XSi is a good DSLR Camera to start with a DSLR experience. But it is not as great as T2i.
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I came to amazon to find out what's new on the camcorder front. I bought this Canon HG10 almost two years ago and I absolutely love it.I use it with Mac OS 10, IMovie and Final Cut Pro 6.0. Other than some improvements; 1080p vs 1080i (from Panasonic). I really didn't see any reason to get a new camera (upgrade). I recently just purchased new battery packs and a new Rode SVM Stereo Condenser Microphone. If I was to get a new camera I would probably get the HG20. But that one is $1000. So, no rush. I'm going to hold on to this one for a year or so then see what's available in the HG series later next year. I came to amazon to find out what's new on the camcorder front. I bought this Canon HG10 almost two years ago and I absolutely love it.I use it with Mac OS 10, IMovie and Final Cut Pro 6.0. Other than some improvements; 1080p vs 1080i (from Panasonic). I really didn't see any reason to get a new camera (upgrade). I recently just purchased new battery packs and a new Rode SVM Stereo Condenser Microphone. If I was to get a new camera I would probably get the HG20. But that one is $1000. So, no rush. I'm going to hold on to this one for a year or so then see what's... » Read More I came to amazon to find out what's new on the camcorder front. I bought this Canon HG10 almost two years ago and I absolutely love it.I use it with Mac OS 10, IMovie and Final Cut Pro 6.0. Other than some improvements; 1080p vs 1080i (from Panasonic). I really didn't see any reason to get a new camera (upgrade). I recently just purchased new battery packs and a new Rode SVM Stereo Condenser Microphone. If I was to get a new camera I would probably get the HG20. But that one is $1000. So, no rush. I'm going to hold on to this one for a year or so then see what's available in the HG series later next year. « Show Less
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I think the previous poster may have been referring to the act of shooting. Full HD video is full HD video, no matter where it's shot. The T1i does full HD up to 1920 x 1080 at 20 fps, and 30 fps when shooting SD or HD quality video (640 x 480 and 1280 x 720 pixels, respectively). DSLRs do a remarkable job of video capture, and I would imagine that the video shot by this camera is as good or better than many camcorders.
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Yes the video quality is good. Got this for my son and his videos using the 1020 fps feature are hilarious so he told me to make sure I mention this feature in my comment. Picture quality is also good and when I used this in our Siem Reap trip recently I was impressed at how well it adjusts to the different types of lighting. Great, easy to carry around, camera!
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HG21 is the only cam on the market with 24Mbps AVCHD and the colors are much better too. there's a comparison on vimeo.com i'd definitely go with canon.
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I had a similar dilemma. I just had a baby in December and wanted a camcorder for home videos. After hours of research I decided the Sony DCR-SR300 was the best HDD camcorder out there and bought it... so far so good! It also takes great pictures, although with each video you're limited in the number of pictures you can take (don't know if it's the same issue with the JVC Everio).