{"id":159135,"date":"2021-10-04T10:01:10","date_gmt":"2021-10-04T15:01:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/?p=159135"},"modified":"2022-03-30T10:38:12","modified_gmt":"2022-03-30T15:38:12","slug":"dual-use-photo-video-digital-camera","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/dual-use-photo-video-digital-camera\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Look for in a Dual-Use Photo and Video Digital Camera"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Everything you need to know about selecting and investing in the right camera for your digital video and photography needs.<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s really no better feeling than owning a camera. OK, maybe that\u2019s not true. I mean, I’ve been wakeboarding\u2014and seen a retrospective screening of Terminator 2<\/a><\/em> in 3D on an IMAX screen\u2014but besides those examples, I\u2019d put buying my first camera up there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s just something so satisfying about saving up, doing your research, and purchasing a digital camera. This is doubly true if it\u2019s your first camera, or at least one that you plan to use for several years and on a variety of projects, both big and small.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

My first camera was a Canon 7D<\/a>, and I used it regularly for almost a decade. I shot short films<\/a> with it, directed music videos<\/a>, recorded interview featurettes<\/a> around town, plus used it for all my photography needs, as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yet, these days, it really feels like the market is moving so fast that many photo and video professionals are constantly looking to upgrade to the new and best thing. And, if that\u2019s the case for you because of demand, then more power to you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, if you\u2019re someone looking to save up, carefully research, and make a purchase for the right camera for years to come, here\u2019s our guide to help you accomplish this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What to Look for in a Video Camera<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Think of the money you put towards a good video camera as an investment for your future. Image via Nattapat.J<\/a>.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

First, let\u2019s go over some basic elements you\u2019ll want to look for in your video camera. As we\u2019ve covered before, these days a good price point for an optimal digital video camera is around $3,000<\/a>. You can obviously spend less (or more), but that might be your best value. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You also really want to look at what the camera has to offer in terms of your video needs. Many videographers might simply be looking to chase pixel count these days but, in reality, you really should look at other factors, like video recording formats and dynamic range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re shooting long-form documentary footage<\/a>, you might want good battery life and built-in ND filters<\/a>. If you\u2019re shooting videos for social media ads<\/a>, you might look at high frame rates, which would be good for slow motion. It\u2019s really up to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are some of the key factors to consider:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n