Video samples: Sony 5N 2:25 . Sony A5000 3:03 . Sony A5100 3:52 . Sony NEX6 4:42 . Canon EOS M 5:52 . Canon T2i 6:51 . Panasonic GH2 7:40 . Panasonic GX7 8:41 . Samsung NX2000 10:38 . Pentax Q7 12:22 and 12:36 . Or seconds numbers (th-cam.com/video/MeBNSOTa1_c/w-d-xo.html&t=145) 145, 183, 232, 282, 352, 411, 460, 521, 638, 742, 756 : I found it helpful to enter these manually and revisit each sample using the browser's "previous/next" buttons.
Thank you for also actually including footage shot from each camera in similar scenarios. A lot of people when using test film will shoot each camera in a different location with various lighting so it makes it really hard to compare them accurately
As a creator working on a budget myself, I suggest just rocking the phone camera and saving up until you can buy something that you are going to be happy with for a long time. I still use my iPhone 8+ and just ordered a Canon Rebel T5i. The quality of most modern smart phones is good enough for most video purposes, and I also think theres some value in the fact that you always have your phone with you so you're always ready to pull out your camera and record something.
@@dslrvideoshooter Haha yea I think they can't believe it either. Anyway, stay awesome dude, catch you in the next video. Your video, not mine, mine are trash atm lol
lol, I know right. I knew Blackmagic was bad at these things, but this is excessive even for them. By this time we'll get ours in 2020, when the GH6 is out.
Until to today this is the most realistic and best budget truly video on TH-cam for video or filming. THANK YOU SO MUCH Do not change your approach or character, you're definitely a valuable person, all I can give back to you is by keep watching your vids, liking, sharing and giving donations. Thanks again, cheers!
The real lesson here is "Shooting with cheap (slightly) *outdated* cameras looks amazing, just make sure you have good light" All these cameras looked pretty good, certainly good enough for a lot video applications. Yea sure there were some dynamic range issues but honestly for the price you won't beat them. Just yea, get enough light so you can shoot as close to base ISO as possible.
In Brazil it is forbidden by law to buy used things from international sellers. So not only we are madly poor, but we are not allowed even to recycle the trash of others.
You don't get arrested, the government only "confiscate" your product and it goes to a public auction. You can maybe get away with it, but if it's written "refurbished" anywhere on the package you will probably lose it.
@@woozyyt5573 Under this circumstances, yeah, it is permitted. But 50,00 dollars is not much and you have to convince a person to send you as gift, and not all sellers will do that.
I bought my daughter a Panasonic GF1 and today was looking through some of her video footage and was honestly stunned at how good it looked and I paid $45 for the camera and maybe $60 for the 14-42. Even the sound was great right out of the camera. She had great lighting of course but I just wanted to add that in. Great video thank you for the suggestions.
Its nice to find a video where the camera costs less than a mortgage payment. I dont know when "budget" and "affordable" switched meaning you had to sell a kidney to take a picture
11:00 I'm so pleased the Pentax QS1 is on here, because I've just bought one. I actually mainly shoot film on a Panasonic Camcorder(HC-V360) but it's good to hear someone in the know say that the QS1 is good for video too. I'll definitely put it through its paces, now! Thanks!
I bought a Panasonic lumix gh2 because of this video. I now have three expensive lenses and I love it. The only bad thing is the adaptors and effective mm due to mirrorless. I have a 50mm, 250mm, and a 10mm. It’s a super cinematic camera, I am just shy about posting videos online of it. I’ve done a ton of kids photos and videos for their families with this camera. Love it.
The Sony A5100 is still my go to carry every day cam, it's so small and light with the 35mm f1.8 OSS and still produces lovely images that hold up well even today.
THIS VIDEO IS AMAZING!!! I SPENT MONTHS TRYING TO FIND A MID-QUALITY CAMERA! YOU HELPED ME FIND IT. MOST I WAS FINDING WAS EITHER 1000$+ OR CHEAP STUFF. YOU SIR HAVE CHOSEN AMAZING CAMERAS AND I THANK YOU SO MUCH!! GOD BLESS YOU!
I always love your videos. Budget photographers/videographers who are still starting in their careers in video thank you! I learned so much from what kind of cameras are the best value for me. These camera videos that are below...are great! Thanks Caleb. Keep doing what you're doing, I wish you the best bro!
Thank you!!!!! Everyone is posting about cheap cameras but they're over 600 dollars. All I'm doing is posting video reviews of products I use and I love that you posted cameras for under 300.
I’m using the Canon SL2 I love it as an entry level Filmmaker. Caleb your channel has been a great part of my filmmaking learning experience. Thank you.
I use it too. Later I got 80D as well, but at the time of purchase I realized that *SL2 is better than 70D* ! Here's why: th-cam.com/video/qo9bPw1YsX0/w-d-xo.html
The SL series of Canon are very underrated. I did so many weddings with two Canon SL1 and I was able to push a lot out of the cameras and saved up enough for FF cameras
I started with the Nikon D7000 (GASP - A Nikon Shooter!). Those can be had for under $300. Full HD up to 30p. Mic input and mini-HDMI. Not sure of the data rate. Super long battery life.
I use Nikons too, is that even allowed? A 750 and a 7100. Is there are support group we can join? Because when I do my part I'm not ashamed of the results at all. : )
For what you do you might want to pull it out and throw a lovely cheap 50mm like a Series E 1.8 on it. Cost you 50 bucks or so. On a DX might be the closeup portrait lens of your dreams. No need for adapters, Nikon made everything back-compatible until the full-frame mirrorless. Nikon might not be in the forefront with video features but boy they have some good glass on offer.@@NerdLensStudios
@@mfreeman313 Yeah, I have a 50mm 1.8D which I got off craigslist and it's a solid little thing despite being an older model. Totally agree, Nikon has some great lenses overall
Absolutely amazing video. As an aspiring creator it's really helpful that you've made this very straight forward. ALSO, to all other aspiring creators, I hope you all succeed in what you try to do. Don't give up on your dreams people.
Caleb touched on this a little, but I would like to be emphatic about it. Newer cameras offer better image quality and higher resolution (4K, 6K, and even 8K). However, I still think the video quality coming from many of these cameras is "good enough" for TH-cam or your amateur film. They are fine for learning if you're just starting out. But the most valuable innovations since these cameras were released come from ease of use. - Headphone and microphone jacks - In-body image stabilization - Reliable video autofocus - Improved audio pre-amps - Improved dynamic range You want a camera you don't have to work around. And that's where many of the newer cameras have an advantage. You don't need necessarily need an external audio recorder. You don't necessarily need a rig or a gimbal. I am not opposed to these things, but they are not as critical today as they once were. I want a camera I can just pick up and use with minimal fuss. That's why I love my Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II, and I am lusting after the new Lumix cameras like the G9 II and S5 II / S5 IIX. These new cameras have amazing video quality and no recording limits. There is also an XLR adapter for many Lumix cameras. If someone figures out how to make a compact hybrid camera with built-in ND filters, it will be an even better world.
Just wanted to let you know how helpful this vid was man. Thank you for making this video. This was the video I watched 3 years ago to help me decide which camera to get for my first ever real camera. I ended up getting the Canon EOS M which was such an awesome little camera for my budget. It taught me so much about the basics of photography and videography. I had the EOS M for a little over a year and then upgraded to a Canon M50 and I’ll be upgrading to an EOS R soon. Just wanted to come back to this video because it’s pretty nostalgic in my photography journey.
If this video was better than your eyes then you'll not be able to see the video, like if your eyes can only see 480p then you'll not be able to see 720p. This is an uneducated reply, correct me if I'm wrong.
Great review! One note and one error correction on the GH-2: 1. The GH-2 has a “crop mode” where it just reads the center 1920x1080 pixels instead of downsampling from the full MFT sensor, this makes it well suited to 16 and Super16mm C-Mount lenses with fUll HD resolution (probably better than Pentax’s Q). 2. @dslrvideoshooter has a title card for the GH-2 which states that it has a 2.5mm headphone jack. This is incorrect. The GH-2 has a 2.5mm *mic in* jack. It works, but it does limit your mic options unless you are willing to use an adapter.
I just upgraded to the Black Magic Pocket 4k, but can safely say that the Canon T5i has been an exceptional entry level camera, and surely the older ones are as well. If you're on a budget get one of these entry level cameras, and then research and invest in vintage lenses. Quickest way to really boost the quality of your shots, beyond just getting better yourself obviously, is to find a unique vintage lens. I'm very partial to the Carl Zeiss Jena Pancolar 50mm, and you can find it for around $100 or so.
The Pentax is reminiscent of the old 1970’s Pentax 110 SLR camera. It might be interesting to see if it allows use of those lenses; the 18mm, the 24’s, the zooms, and the 50 and 70mm telephotos. Yes, these were a 110 camera from Pentax. BTW, Minolta had two SLR cameras as well in the same era.
It's nice to see these entry level camera's carefully reviewed on TH-cam. So many review of the mid-level and high-end cameras already. But these entry level cameras are a much bigger market.
Thank you! I am a low-income Senior Citizen who vlogs, but who likes to publish quality videos. This type of information is invaluable for a person like me.
The GH2 is a great little camera if you want a cheap b-cam and already own a mft camera as your main. Actually made a video on it just the other week. Managed to pick it up with a 14-140mm lens for roughly the same price i could resell the lens for, great deals to be had :D
The Pansonic GH2 was one of the most important DSLR-style video cameras ever released (after the Canon 5D Mk2 which pretty much kicked off the genre) with lots of great stuff shot on it. Although it's getting a bit long in the tooth these days, the image "quality" is still far better than anything the GH5 can muster. I know that I intend to be buried with mine! :)
Thank you so much for making this video! Even 2 years later it was so helpful in finding a good affordable camera to start my TH-cam channel! Most of these videos claim to be “under $300” or “affordable” and still end up taking you to a $500-$600 camera. Using your link I was able to find a Panasonic GH2 for $150 in great condition with accessories! I appreciate it
Awesome Video ! I just love when you expose old cameras and we see that the specs are *pretty decent for shooting 1080p* ! I shoot a lot with the a5100, I think 70% of my channel is shot with it ! Great work on this video ! See you soon !
what bugs me about decent 1080p cameras is the sharpness doesnt appear quite 1080, right now i'm very satisfied recording in 4k then downscaling to 1080
I loved this video. All the other videos I watched were talking about $400-$700 cameras and they had ‘budget’ in the title and to me, there’s nothing budget about $700 whereas this video ACTUALLY had budget cameras 👍
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I tell people all the time, if you are thinking of videography/photography: 1) consider just using your phone for a while and see where the limitations are. 2) if you are a noob, buy the cheapest decent body you can find and spend the rest on lenses.
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As a Nikon shooter, I'd recommend the Nikon 1 system for video. The phase detect AF in the 1 system is fast and accurate. The V series include a mic input whereas the cheaper J series don't. The J5 even has a 4k @15fps but still no mic input. Its going rate is less than $300.
That's such a neat party trick with the Pentax Q. That footage really did look like it came from an old 8mm home movie camera, especially if you add some film "defects" in post. Perfect for adding a scene or two to a larger movie that shows someone as a child in the past.
Don't underestimate the importance of a mic jack. I know you can work around not having one by using your phone or an external recorder, but it's annoying and will slow you down. The GH2 is really the way to go on this list because it has headphone and mic jacks, just be sure to get stabilized Panasonic lenses if you plan on using the camera handheld. I'm sure Caleb would agree that audio is very important! It sucks that it never occurred to Sony to include a mic jack on an APS-C camera until the NEX-7.
Thanks for making the video. I'm looking for a cheap vlogging camera and I couldn't find one brand new. The mic port is important for me so glad I found what I was looking for.
this advice came in handy for my "when I'm in a place where I am very likely to be robbed" camera. Well, I ignored the advice and went with the canon m3, but still.
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Great video! Can you point me in the direction of your rigging please? There is no link. I currently have an L stand and would like to attach another camera. Finding an option where I can swivel the camer seems almost impossible to find. Thank you.
Great choices! You should definitely do an updated version of this with 4K cameras. Pretty sure you've already seen the demand for this video in the comment section.
Information centered rather than "open mic night" like so many other videos covering this subject. No wonder you have such an incredible like/dislike ratio! Excellent thank you
I saw somebody say that when videos like this are posted more people go searching for the cameras which makes sellers raise the price since the camera has become popular again. I don't know if it's true but if it is that may be why we can't find it at the price he said it was.
So glad the EOS M is on this list. I feared I might have to invest in another camera (would not be right now). And glad you've done some videos on it. About to take a look. Had my camera 6 years but haven't really exploited its potential.
I took NEX-7 with 18-55 3.5-5.3 for 240 EUR ~270$ 2 years ago in a local pawn shop. I still use it with my gimble to shoot weddings. The main camera is a NEX-VG30(i use it 6 years).
You can now get the Olympus OM-D E-M1 used for under $300. With firmware 4.0, it added the ability to shoot 24p and 25p in addition to 30p. It's not a fantastic video camera, but it's definitely usable.
I have a Nex-5N and I got the camera, kit lens, flash, etc for $150, it was like $10 for a MD to E-mount adapter and spent $40 on a few Minolta lenses and for $200 I have both modern and vintage looks that most people can't really tell apart from a much more expensive camera. In fact the only real frustrating thing as I see it is that it lacks the much faster autofocus of the later models but, I use manual lenses more often anyways.
Is there a camera that is recommended for vlogging within the same price range, under $300, that would also support a flip up camera screen, for selfie adjustments, while providing image stabilization for movements?
I don't think any of these have stabilization built into their bodies but there are lenses that have stabilization. I'm afraid I don't know much about it though. otherwise it seems all the other criteria might be met by the a5100, GH2, or T21.
I know American's generally have better prices relative to Canada, on almost everything. But the disparity in camera prices has always seemed unusually massive. I'd love to get any of these at that price damn.
if you just save up about 50 to 100 dollars more there are plenty of canon 70d cameras for about 350$ to 400$ that offer 1080 30fps, aspc sensor, a mic jack, flip out screen, and duel pixel autofocus. I think that is the perfect starter camera.takes fantastic raw images as well.
panasonic gh2, manual settings ALL work when recording , HDMI output is working when recording, rotary screen, not overheating. This camera in my country filmed WEDDINGS, the second camera in popularity for Canon 5Dmark 2, then Canon 7d, and Canon 550d
I love the GX85, i got two of these. I love it for its IBIS. But I also have 3 of the EOS M, simply because with the right picture style it shines, plus, you can shoot RAW video via Magic Lantern.
GX85 is a great suggestion, only lacking a mic input and a bit softer 1080P footage compared to the G85. But for that money probably still the best bang for your buck.
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5:51 The exact face I make when I hear no flip up screen these days. Although let's be fair, if you're serious at all you're going to be using an external monitor. I just bought the Black Magic Pocket 4k. No regrets.
Video samples:
Sony 5N 2:25 . Sony A5000 3:03 . Sony A5100 3:52 . Sony NEX6 4:42 . Canon EOS M 5:52 . Canon T2i 6:51 . Panasonic GH2 7:40 . Panasonic GX7 8:41 . Samsung NX2000 10:38 . Pentax Q7 12:22 and 12:36 .
Or seconds numbers (th-cam.com/video/MeBNSOTa1_c/w-d-xo.html&t=145) 145, 183, 232, 282, 352, 411, 460, 521, 638, 742, 756 : I found it helpful to enter these manually and revisit each sample using the browser's "previous/next" buttons.
PhotonicDrop i love you for this
Thanks!
Why dont these people who make these reviews do this. This was soo helpful thank you so much!
Legend.
The real hero here..
Thank you for also actually including footage shot from each camera in similar scenarios. A lot of people when using test film will shoot each camera in a different location with various lighting so it makes it really hard to compare them accurately
This might be THE most helpful video for beginner/budget filmmakers. Thank you!!!
Radio Rain which one did you end up with?
@@stereotypedmoped8081 does it shoot good video quality?
Totally agree!!I had to go through a bunch of other videos with very expensive cameras before this one.
The info I've been looking for. Thank you!
you are right
As a creator working on a budget myself, I suggest just rocking the phone camera and saving up until you can buy something that you are going to be happy with for a long time. I still use my iPhone 8+ and just ordered a Canon Rebel T5i. The quality of most modern smart phones is good enough for most video purposes, and I also think theres some value in the fact that you always have your phone with you so you're always ready to pull out your camera and record something.
Don’t forget cano SL2 24fps 30fps 60fps flip screen dual pixel auto focus excellent camera and cheap .
@@fredr. ever used one of these? I need one for car videos and I cant chose one😂
Ever heard of storage? It's something I don't have
@@fredr. Agreed
Fred R. As I’m the 11 is better or worse?
I don't even need a new camera yet here I am.
But I will be getting that BMPCC4K guide once that damned pre-order arrives. Great video Caleb, always a good time!
@@CountSorinsRealm Haha! Thanks man! I can't believe they are STILL behind on orders!
@@dslrvideoshooter Haha yea I think they can't believe it either. Anyway, stay awesome dude, catch you in the next video. Your video, not mine, mine are trash atm lol
lol, I know right. I knew Blackmagic was bad at these things, but this is excessive even for them.
By this time we'll get ours in 2020, when the GH6 is out.
@@cinemenico Exactly, unless, we perhaps perform a dark ritualistic sacrifice. Aka sacrifice someone who bought 5 to sell at double price on Ebay.
Until to today this is the most realistic and best budget truly video on TH-cam for video or filming. THANK YOU SO MUCH
Do not change your approach or character, you're definitely a valuable person, all I can give back to you is by keep watching your vids, liking, sharing and giving donations.
Thanks again, cheers!
a5100 also has clean HDMI out :) Great as a webcam! Doesn't overheat via HDMI like it does via SD writing.
Great and how long will the battery last?
Do any of the other cameras you reviewed also have a clean HDMI out?
@EposVox Is this true for the a5000 as well?
Can it boldly go, where no web cam has gone before too?
What about a5000 also hi
The real lesson here is "Shooting with cheap (slightly) *outdated* cameras looks amazing, just make sure you have good light" All these cameras looked pretty good, certainly good enough for a lot video applications. Yea sure there were some dynamic range issues but honestly for the price you won't beat them.
Just yea, get enough light so you can shoot as close to base ISO as possible.
In Brazil it is forbidden by law to buy used things from international sellers. So not only we are madly poor, but we are not allowed even to recycle the trash of others.
Wait so you can actually get arrested for buying a for example used laptop from any other country?
You don't get arrested, the government only "confiscate" your product and it goes to a public auction. You can maybe get away with it, but if it's written "refurbished" anywhere on the package you will probably lose it.
thebrazilbusiness.com/article/the-used-goods-market-in-brazil
can you buy from an international seller and ask to post it as a gift? as far as I know goods under $50 are exempt from the taxes
@@woozyyt5573 Under this circumstances, yeah, it is permitted. But 50,00 dollars is not much and you have to convince a person to send you as gift, and not all sellers will do that.
I bought my daughter a Panasonic GF1 and today was looking through some of her video footage and was honestly stunned at how good it looked and I paid $45 for the camera and maybe $60 for the 14-42. Even the sound was great right out of the camera. She had great lighting of course but I just wanted to add that in. Great video thank you for the suggestions.
Its nice to find a video where the camera costs less than a mortgage payment.
I dont know when "budget" and "affordable" switched meaning you had to sell a kidney to take a picture
Haha, I totally agree. It drives me crazy when someone says "affordable" and then talks about an $800 camera or whatever.
The Sony A7III is just soooo cheap at 1999$ it is impulse buy territory.
@@shido00 The impulse to rob a bank?
@@cobeer1768 There's no better feeling after you spent 2 grands on a camera to realize that you have no money left for lenses.
Like buying a Lamborghini but no money for gas
Wauw finaly a video with real budget camera's since we don't all have 500 bucks lying around when starting out! Thanks so much for this!
11:00 I'm so pleased the Pentax QS1 is on here, because I've just bought one. I actually mainly shoot film on a Panasonic Camcorder(HC-V360) but it's good to hear someone in the know say that the QS1 is good for video too. I'll definitely put it through its paces, now! Thanks!
I bought a Panasonic lumix gh2 because of this video. I now have three expensive lenses and I love it. The only bad thing is the adaptors and effective mm due to mirrorless. I have a 50mm, 250mm, and a 10mm. It’s a super cinematic camera, I am just shy about posting videos online of it. I’ve done a ton of kids photos and videos for their families with this camera. Love it.
The Sony A5100 is still my go to carry every day cam, it's so small and light with the 35mm f1.8 OSS and still produces lovely images that hold up well even today.
THIS VIDEO IS AMAZING!!! I SPENT MONTHS TRYING TO FIND A MID-QUALITY CAMERA! YOU HELPED ME FIND IT. MOST I WAS FINDING WAS EITHER 1000$+ OR CHEAP STUFF. YOU SIR HAVE CHOSEN AMAZING CAMERAS AND I THANK YOU SO MUCH!! GOD BLESS YOU!
I always love your videos. Budget photographers/videographers who are still starting in their careers in video thank you! I learned so much from what kind of cameras are the best value for me. These camera videos that are below...are great! Thanks Caleb. Keep doing what you're doing, I wish you the best bro!
Aw thanks man!!! Really means a lot dude.
Thank you!!!!! Everyone is posting about cheap cameras but they're over 600 dollars. All I'm doing is posting video reviews of products I use and I love that you posted cameras for under 300.
I’m using the Canon SL2 I love it as an entry level Filmmaker. Caleb your channel has been a great part of my filmmaking learning experience. Thank you.
I use it too. Later I got 80D as well, but at the time of purchase I realized that *SL2 is better than 70D* ! Here's why: th-cam.com/video/qo9bPw1YsX0/w-d-xo.html
The SL series of Canon are very underrated. I did so many weddings with two Canon SL1 and I was able to push a lot out of the cameras and saved up enough for FF cameras
10 Things I Like About and the SL2 is way better.
In the beginning of the vid I thought “what a generic intro”
But the VALUE that came after that...
T-H-A-N-K UUUUUU 🙏🏼
I started with the Nikon D7000 (GASP - A Nikon Shooter!). Those can be had for under $300. Full HD up to 30p. Mic input and mini-HDMI. Not sure of the data rate. Super long battery life.
I use Nikons too, is that even allowed? A 750 and a 7100. Is there are support group we can join? Because when I do my part I'm not ashamed of the results at all. : )
Nothing wrong with a Nikon shooter lol! This comment makes me want to pull my D3300 back out tho
For what you do you might want to pull it out and throw a lovely cheap 50mm like a Series E 1.8 on it. Cost you 50 bucks or so. On a DX might be the closeup portrait lens of your dreams. No need for adapters, Nikon made everything back-compatible until the full-frame mirrorless. Nikon might not be in the forefront with video features but boy they have some good glass on offer.@@NerdLensStudios
@@mfreeman313 Yeah, I have a 50mm 1.8D which I got off craigslist and it's a solid little thing despite being an older model. Totally agree, Nikon has some great lenses overall
Dude they all looked incredible to me - I think it's something in your hands
My first DSLR was/is a Canon 550D i.e. the T2i. And I still use it. Awesome camera.
I still love my T1i
Awesome! I know some people who still recommend that camera even today and have made some epic projects with it.
Absolutely amazing video. As an aspiring creator it's really helpful that you've made this very straight forward. ALSO, to all other aspiring creators, I hope you all succeed in what you try to do. Don't give up on your dreams people.
Rewatched this one so many times. Not even interested in getting a new camera, just a really entertaining video. Can we get a sequel?
Caleb touched on this a little, but I would like to be emphatic about it.
Newer cameras offer better image quality and higher resolution (4K, 6K, and even 8K). However, I still think the video quality coming from many of these cameras is "good enough" for TH-cam or your amateur film. They are fine for learning if you're just starting out.
But the most valuable innovations since these cameras were released come from ease of use.
- Headphone and microphone jacks
- In-body image stabilization
- Reliable video autofocus
- Improved audio pre-amps
- Improved dynamic range
You want a camera you don't have to work around. And that's where many of the newer cameras have an advantage.
You don't need necessarily need an external audio recorder. You don't necessarily need a rig or a gimbal. I am not opposed to these things, but they are not as critical today as they once were.
I want a camera I can just pick up and use with minimal fuss. That's why I love my Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II, and I am lusting after the new Lumix cameras like the G9 II and S5 II / S5 IIX.
These new cameras have amazing video quality and no recording limits. There is also an XLR adapter for many Lumix cameras.
If someone figures out how to make a compact hybrid camera with built-in ND filters, it will be an even better world.
A5100 Sony I love but the overheating was so awful for vlogging
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@Carlos Cerda external battery ?
Just wanted to let you know how helpful this vid was man. Thank you for making this video. This was the video I watched 3 years ago to help me decide which camera to get for my first ever real camera. I ended up getting the Canon EOS M which was such an awesome little camera for my budget. It taught me so much about the basics of photography and videography. I had the EOS M for a little over a year and then upgraded to a Canon M50 and I’ll be upgrading to an EOS R soon. Just wanted to come back to this video because it’s pretty nostalgic in my photography journey.
This video quality is better than my own eye sight. My eyes are so confused 😂
Impossible lol
Is it just me or do we see in 480p💀
If this video was better than your eyes then you'll not be able to see the video, like if your eyes can only see 480p then you'll not be able to see 720p.
This is an uneducated reply, correct me if I'm wrong.
@@Bruhman-et8kg they were joking
@@Bruhman-et8kg It's almost like if that was the joke xd
This video is the reason I bought my NEX-6 almost two years ago now, absolutely love it.
Great review! One note and one error correction on the GH-2:
1. The GH-2 has a “crop mode” where it just reads the center 1920x1080 pixels instead of downsampling from the full MFT sensor, this makes it well suited to 16 and Super16mm C-Mount lenses with fUll HD resolution (probably better than Pentax’s Q).
2. @dslrvideoshooter has a title card for the GH-2 which states that it has a 2.5mm headphone jack. This is incorrect. The GH-2 has a 2.5mm *mic in* jack. It works, but it does limit your mic options unless you are willing to use an adapter.
i was looking for a camera for finally starting a decent video filmaking and editiong portfolio with my own creations, so this has been a bless
My friend was trying to look for something in this price range. This video came in clutch
I just upgraded to the Black Magic Pocket 4k, but can safely say that the Canon T5i has been an exceptional entry level camera, and surely the older ones are as well.
If you're on a budget get one of these entry level cameras, and then research and invest in vintage lenses. Quickest way to really boost the quality of your shots, beyond just getting better yourself obviously, is to find a unique vintage lens.
I'm very partial to the Carl Zeiss Jena Pancolar 50mm, and you can find it for around $100 or so.
The Pentax is reminiscent of the old 1970’s Pentax 110 SLR camera. It might be interesting to see if it allows use of those lenses; the 18mm, the 24’s, the zooms, and the 50 and 70mm telephotos. Yes, these were a 110 camera from Pentax. BTW, Minolta had two SLR cameras as well in the same era.
It's nice to see these entry level camera's carefully reviewed on TH-cam. So many review of the mid-level and high-end cameras already. But these entry level cameras are a much bigger market.
5100 it's so good for photos and video with small gimbals, I use that camera all the time, nice review
Does it allow attachment for a microphone
@@iceyisaac665 it Doesn't :(
Thank you! I am a low-income Senior Citizen who vlogs, but who likes to publish quality videos. This type of information is invaluable for a person like me.
I would add the panasonic lx100, it's bassically a gh4 with a 12-35mm f2.8 but for very little money and shoots in 4k
By far the best video i have ever seen for affordable cameras, thank you very much
The GH2 is a great little camera if you want a cheap b-cam and already own a mft camera as your main. Actually made a video on it just the other week. Managed to pick it up with a 14-140mm lens for roughly the same price i could resell the lens for, great deals to be had :D
I might have to do that.
I own one as well and it’s a good primary camera for low budget filmmaking, especially when it’s hacked.
I watched this video back in the day.
And I thought it was really good!
The Pansonic GH2 was one of the most important DSLR-style video cameras ever released (after the Canon 5D Mk2 which pretty much kicked off the genre) with lots of great stuff shot on it. Although it's getting a bit long in the tooth these days, the image "quality" is still far better than anything the GH5 can muster. I know that I intend to be buried with mine! :)
Setting yourself up for grave robbery...
The film "Upstream Color" was entirely shot on a GH2, and honestly looks pretty great all things considered
Thank you was looking into this one. I think I'll grab two.
You deserve a award for actually being very useful, THANK YOU!! I only started youtube today and you helped a lot!
Thank you, I thought I had to spend over $500 just to get a decent camera but I’m glad I stumbled upon your video
Best Camera Comparison Video EVER MADE.
Would love to see an updated version of this video for 4k (even if that means bumping the price cap by 100 or so!)
Exactly what I was thinking about.
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Thank you so much for making this video! Even 2 years later it was so helpful in finding a good affordable camera to start my TH-cam channel! Most of these videos claim to be “under $300” or “affordable” and still end up taking you to a $500-$600 camera. Using your link I was able to find a Panasonic GH2 for $150 in great condition with accessories! I appreciate it
Awesome Video !
I just love when you expose old cameras and we see that the specs are *pretty decent for shooting 1080p* !
I shoot a lot with the a5100, I think 70% of my channel is shot with it !
Great work on this video ! See you soon !
what bugs me about decent 1080p cameras is the sharpness doesnt appear quite 1080, right now i'm very satisfied recording in 4k then downscaling to 1080
Such an amazing video, thank you!
I’ve been filming with my old Canon Rebel T3i for 6 years now, and I’m happy with this guy.
This was insanely helpful, man! Very in-depth and still done in under 15 minutes.
I loved this video. All the other videos I watched were talking about $400-$700 cameras and they had ‘budget’ in the title and to me, there’s nothing budget about $700 whereas this video ACTUALLY had budget cameras 👍
Am I the only one that went to search these up and realised they are like $400
you can be lucky in ebay.
Oh, well then, next video I guess..😐
once a popular youtuber promotes a product the price always slightly goes up especially on an older product that they arent getting any profit on
@@xthindiesel166 aw come on, Sony didn't saw this video and suddenly realized their eight years old camera was worth at least two hundred dollars more
@@Ruinemacil they don't have to, they go by the popularity, what people are searching.
You saved my life.
Congrats.
I'm happy because this video exists.
If only I had a dollar for every time he said “back in the day”
LOL!
you'd have 42$
You come here to learn and complain about the teacher giving you free game? Dude hush!
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Just got an nx3000 off Ebay for 185 plus shipping. I'm stoked for it to get delivered. Thanks for the great video!
I got a t3i with a cracked screen and two lenses for $180 on eBay. I repaired the screen myself for only $10.
The best video in budget cameras to date
I tell people all the time, if you are thinking of videography/photography:
1) consider just using your phone for a while and see where the limitations are.
2) if you are a noob, buy the cheapest decent body you can find and spend the rest on lenses.
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As a Nikon shooter, I'd recommend the Nikon 1 system for video. The phase detect AF in the 1 system is fast and accurate. The V series include a mic input whereas the cheaper J series don't. The J5 even has a 4k @15fps but still no mic input. Its going rate is less than $300.
Another good alternative is the Canon SL1 which you can get used on Amazon or eBay for around $250 US
This is one of the most well put together videos I have ever seen. Great information! Thank you. 🙏
The Pentax was a crazy surprise. No way I need that and of course I want it.
Haha, same! I feel that way about pretty much all of these cameras
Colin Bloodworth lmao dude, I just bought it..
NerdLens Studios so true man
@@jamieian Where did you buy it?
@@user-lp5ef8rd2n it was hard to find a site where they sell them, I used ebay homie!
That's such a neat party trick with the Pentax Q. That footage really did look like it came from an old 8mm home movie camera, especially if you add some film "defects" in post. Perfect for adding a scene or two to a larger movie that shows someone as a child in the past.
Don't underestimate the importance of a mic jack. I know you can work around not having one by using your phone or an external recorder, but it's annoying and will slow you down. The GH2 is really the way to go on this list because it has headphone and mic jacks, just be sure to get stabilized Panasonic lenses if you plan on using the camera handheld. I'm sure Caleb would agree that audio is very important!
It sucks that it never occurred to Sony to include a mic jack on an APS-C camera until the NEX-7.
Thanks for making the video. I'm looking for a cheap vlogging camera and I couldn't find one brand new. The mic port is important for me so glad I found what I was looking for.
this advice came in handy for my "when I'm in a place where I am very likely to be robbed" camera. Well, I ignored the advice and went with the canon m3, but still.
Which places might that be, if you don't mind me asking? I could use an M3.
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Best video on finding a budget camera for recording/vlogging
This is the only channel that knows the definition of 'cheap'
Great video! Can you point me in the direction of your rigging please? There is no link. I currently have an L stand and would like to attach another camera. Finding an option where I can swivel the camer seems almost impossible to find. Thank you.
Chicken nuggets are good
Great choices! You should definitely do an updated version of this with 4K cameras.
Pretty sure you've already seen the demand for this video in the comment section.
I use the A5000 for all my B-roll... Great little cheapy
5100 is packed with features and has a very impressive image. I've had it for years and it was my B cam for my FS100.
Watching this in April 2020.. It's still helpful even after the Canon GxX III kinda failed
Information centered rather than "open mic night" like so many other videos covering this subject. No wonder you have such an incredible like/dislike ratio! Excellent thank you
the sony A5000 is showing up as $489 usd for me
im not sure how you found it so cheap unless im looking at the wrong thing
Same for the 5100. 550 bucks now.
used market or go check walmart
I saw somebody say that when videos like this are posted more people go searching for the cameras which makes sellers raise the price since the camera has become popular again. I don't know if it's true but if it is that may be why we can't find it at the price he said it was.
Easily the best video I've found on this topic. Thanks so much man.
So glad the EOS M is on this list. I feared I might have to invest in another camera (would not be right now).
And glad you've done some videos on it. About to take a look. Had my camera 6 years but haven't really exploited its potential.
I took NEX-7 with 18-55 3.5-5.3 for 240 EUR ~270$ 2 years ago in a local pawn shop. I still use it with my gimble to shoot weddings. The main camera is a NEX-VG30(i use it 6 years).
Btw thank you very much for this video. Just got a Panasonic GH2 and I'm in love
The Pentax one got me, the retro old school look would be cool for some things.
Can we get an updated list for 2023?
Panasonic GH3, Nikon D5200, and Canon T6S. That's the list.
You can now get the Olympus OM-D E-M1 used for under $300. With firmware 4.0, it added the ability to shoot 24p and 25p in addition to 30p. It's not a fantastic video camera, but it's definitely usable.
Ive spent my whole life obsessed with guitars, now its spread out to cameras.
Same
I have a Nex-5N and I got the camera, kit lens, flash, etc for $150, it was like $10 for a MD to E-mount adapter and spent $40 on a few Minolta lenses and for $200 I have both modern and vintage looks that most people can't really tell apart from a much more expensive camera. In fact the only real frustrating thing as I see it is that it lacks the much faster autofocus of the later models but, I use manual lenses more often anyways.
Oh man, I remember the T2i! That was a huge deal to me back in the day. If I had to run any of these, I'd go for the GH2, though.
I still have my old T1i! 1080p an utterly useless 20fps. If you want 30, you need 720p.
A Photographer camera I really recommend is The Canon EOS 70D
And a Travel camera good for the go is The Canon Powershot SX620 HS Good for travel.
Is there a camera that is recommended for vlogging within the same price range, under $300, that would also support a flip up camera screen, for selfie adjustments, while providing image stabilization for movements?
I don't think any of these have stabilization built into their bodies but there are lenses that have stabilization. I'm afraid I don't know much about it though.
otherwise it seems all the other criteria might be met by the a5100, GH2, or T21.
I know American's generally have better prices relative to Canada, on almost everything. But the disparity in camera prices has always seemed unusually massive. I'd love to get any of these at that price damn.
I wish you had checked out the HDMI on each to see if it is clean
dont remember how many time I watch this video... just keep coming back... godshi I need to buy one of these...
if you just save up about 50 to 100 dollars more there are plenty of canon 70d cameras for about 350$ to 400$ that offer 1080 30fps, aspc sensor, a mic jack, flip out screen, and duel pixel autofocus. I think that is the perfect starter camera.takes fantastic raw images as well.
Link?
panasonic gh2, manual settings ALL work when recording , HDMI output is working when recording, rotary screen, not overheating. This camera in my country filmed WEDDINGS, the second camera in popularity for Canon 5Dmark 2, then Canon 7d, and Canon 550d
OMG the nex-5n and the t2i, what a flash black. I remember using those. I only sold my t2i to go 60d before I abandoned Canon altogether haha
Thanks for the video! I have been looking for a new studio camera for my channel and this was a huge help!
NEW DRINKING GAME: Take a shot every time he says, "Back in the day."
You might want to try the Pentax 110 lenses on the Pentax Q. I use them on my m4/3 Olympus and they work great.
You can get Panasonic gx85 for 250 bucks , with 4k , 5axis stabilisation and Cinelike-D with an easy hack. You can't top that.
I love the GX85, i got two of these. I love it for its IBIS. But I also have 3 of the EOS M, simply because with the right picture style it shines, plus, you can shoot RAW video via Magic Lantern.
I have one. Excellent for the price.
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The heck did you find it?? I only see $400 and up on Amazon
hi, obviously i am referring to second hand, which you can find in ''like new'' condition in many sites like KEH or MPB.
GX85 is a great suggestion, only lacking a mic input and a bit softer 1080P footage compared to the G85. But for that money probably still the best bang for your buck.
This was such a helpful video back in the day when I needed a camera
Can we appreciate his subjects? They're beautiful.
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5:51 The exact face I make when I hear no flip up screen these days.
Although let's be fair, if you're serious at all you're going to be using an external monitor.
I just bought the Black Magic Pocket 4k. No regrets.