#4 DSLR Camera Stenghts and Weaknesses

DSLR Cameras create beautiful images and have cameras from beginning videographers to professionals. Here are the basics. DSLR Cameras are primarily made for photographers however, since these Cameras have added a video mode, many videographers are using them to create cinematic masterpieces. They have a large CMOS sensor inside and the size of the sensor varies from camera to camera. They also have interchangeable lenses and they are larger than a pocket camera. In this post I am going to compare a few different DSLR Cameras strengths and weaknesses.

This is a Sensor Size Map for different DSLR Cameras.

Cannon 5D Mark II

Strenghts
Cannon 5D has a full frame sensor which means its makes clear and smooth images. Also a full frame sensor makes its easy to use an array of lenses without having to worry about a crop factor.

Weaknesses
The sound quality isn't great however it is useable you just might end up with a lot of backgronud noise. Also The full Frame sensor creates a very shallow depth of field so shallow it can be hard can be hard to kkep your subject in focus with even the slightest movement.

Cannon T2i 

Strenghts
This Camera has a smaller sensor, an APS-C however its not much smaller than the 35mm full frame. It also has a huge LCD screen on the back which is great if you don't have a monitor. Finally because the camera can shoot in 1080p, 24p/25p/30p at 720p, 50p/60p its great for slow motion shots. Low Price.

Weaknesses
This camera isn't very good at shooting stills because is a slow continuous shutter speed. Also it heats up quickly which cause poor quality shots and noise.

Cannon EOS 7D

Strengths
This cameras HDMI output remains at 1080 when recording, while it can drop to 480 on other cameras. It is almost weatherproof, it can record in rain or snow. It has an APS-C sensor and can shoot in various ways just like the T2i

Weaknesses
No audio control, heats up easily.

In conclusion,  there are all different cameras for different budgets and shooting styles. I think th emost important thing about DSLR cameras is they provide cinematic quality images and help the film maker hone his craft.