Caleb Elliott
Enthusiast
Every year, the urge to upgrade equipment or purchase new equipment seems to hit right as companies roll out their new rigs. However, with each passing generational improvement, I am noticing more problems with the CMOS 4k.
Bigger sensors=longer sensor scan times (more noticeable jello/flicker)
4K 60p is only needed if you intend to slow down your footage by 50%
4K looks worse in low light/high ISO noise due to more pixels, causing extra workflow steps in post.
So, the search continues. Below is a list of 4K cameras I am currently considering (based on storm footage that I've seen where a chaser discloses their camera used). Considerations are given to rolling shutter effect, high ISO noise, low light performance, stabilization, price point, etc.
I recently purchased the GH5 w/ 12-60mm f2.8 but sent it back due to the terrible, nearly unusable low light performance (ISO max of 12,800). I've been considering the Sony A7sii but rolling shutter is absolutely terrible and apparently it likes to shut off after 10-20mins of video. Sony ax53 has superb stabilization...but that comes at a cost. Mine got drowned by a wave during Irma in San Juan and is now a paper weight. Also, I have a BMPC4K but due to the rigs cumbersome features, make it impractical. Anyways, I'd like to what are your thoughts, insights, information, experiences with any/all of the cameras below? Let me know.
Bigger sensors=longer sensor scan times (more noticeable jello/flicker)
4K 60p is only needed if you intend to slow down your footage by 50%
4K looks worse in low light/high ISO noise due to more pixels, causing extra workflow steps in post.
So, the search continues. Below is a list of 4K cameras I am currently considering (based on storm footage that I've seen where a chaser discloses their camera used). Considerations are given to rolling shutter effect, high ISO noise, low light performance, stabilization, price point, etc.
I recently purchased the GH5 w/ 12-60mm f2.8 but sent it back due to the terrible, nearly unusable low light performance (ISO max of 12,800). I've been considering the Sony A7sii but rolling shutter is absolutely terrible and apparently it likes to shut off after 10-20mins of video. Sony ax53 has superb stabilization...but that comes at a cost. Mine got drowned by a wave during Irma in San Juan and is now a paper weight. Also, I have a BMPC4K but due to the rigs cumbersome features, make it impractical. Anyways, I'd like to what are your thoughts, insights, information, experiences with any/all of the cameras below? Let me know.