Can someone explain to me why everyone is so giddy over the 5D MKII video output given that:
1) It records video at resolutions that are less than some other 1080i dedicated video cameras in the same price range... (2 megs 5dMKII vs 2.9 meg for the Sony HVRA1U.)
2) Horrible audio/audio connections
3) No monitor
4) No autofocus
5) records maximum 12 minutes continuous vs 45 for DVCAM models (DPReview 5D MKII Specifications)
I like the use of the Canon "L" lenses, which is a great thing... but can someone clarify for me in simple technical terms why everyone is so ga-ga? It just seems like the hassle factor is very high in all other aspects of using the 5D MKII as a video source. Plus, I'd like to see a side-by-side output comparison of dedicated 1080i cameras in the same price range of the 5D MKII. Is this available on the net somewhere? I am obviously missing something...
