Alex Stelmacovich Posted April 18, 2014 Share Posted April 18, 2014 I currently don't have much knowledge at all regarding video, but am looking to get in to it. I have a very limited budget but will be going to Thailand at the end of the month and hope to get some footage. I know someone selling a Leica V Lux 1 for cheap, it seems to be a good choice. A sample of the type of footage I hope to achieve is linked here: I realize that this is made on film and to achieve that myself will require lots of editing work. I just wanted some opinions on how viable this is with the Leica V Lux, or any other entry level camera. If it isn't, I'm fine to hear it, I just am having trouble finding information. Any advice is much appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Sezer Posted April 22, 2014 Share Posted April 22, 2014 I've never heard of anyone using a Leica V Lux 1 for video. Looking at the specs, it seems like the sensor is very very small. You're also probably paying a lot more just to get the Leica name. A better option for a similar price is a Canon APS-C DSLR like the T2i, T3i, T4i, or the 60D. A Panasonic GH2 or GH3 may also be a good option. These cameras have much larger sensors and allow you to use a wide array of different lenses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Sezer Posted April 22, 2014 Share Posted April 22, 2014 By "very very small" I mean in relation to the sensor on a DSLR. The V Lux's sensor is about the same size as a prosumer video camera. However, with a prosumer video camera you'd get a similar image plus all kinds of controls that you wouldn't get with a still camera. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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