Canon G1X Video

This camera is stirring up things on the intertubes. I was happy to find out it has a larger sensor than was originally suspected. I’ve had a couple of conversations where I wished out loud for a G12 style metal bodied camera with manual knobs and dials that has a bigger chip and interchangeable lenses. I got most of that wish with the new G1X but no interchangeable lenses. I don’t think I need a fixed lens carry camera when there are so many great choices of small M43 and APS-C cameras like the new Fuji X1 Pro and the Sony Nex-7 that have interchangeable lenses. I guess interchangeable lenses are both a pro and a con because good lenses can easily set you back another grand. I’m sure this camera will find it’s place among photographers wanting an all-in-one compact solution.

Here’s a video from Canon Europe about the G1X:
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FreshDV Dress Your Camera for Success Article

FreshDV has a nice article about dressing your camera for success.

We’ve all heard the phrase “dress for success.” Well guess what? There are legitimate reasons why this principle also applies to your production kit, and the current crop of compact HD cameras and HDSLRs in particular (and Red Scarlet, soon). This new breed of compact camera systems are tiny in comparison to traditional broadcast and what the public considers to be “professional” gear. In many cases, this small size is an advantage…documentary work sometimes requires a stealthy presence, so this diminutive size is a huge advantage in that field of production. But for people working in other levels of production, bigger is, at times, better for appearances.

I agree with the article. There is a term I have used for my peers who want to build their own homemade version of a light modifier, sound blimp, beauty dish etc.., it is called perceived professionalism. Your clients want you to have pro gear that inspires trust instead of homemade rigs. I would even go so far as to say that a lot of still photographers chose medium format gear for the impression it leaves on their clients as much as for the file size or lens bokeh. It is all part of being perceived as professional and trusted to do your job. Be sure to read the whole article here.