Canon 5D Mark II
Akihabara News have a simply gorgeous video of Tokyo - and not just any video. Its taken with the Canon 5D mark II. They have uploaded the full HD video (1.81GB) here but if you cant be bothered then at least give the daily motion version a whirl.
Just got my Kiss 2 and wont be getting a digital SLR that can record HD video unless the price drops significantly.
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Student
I'll watch the full HD video later on. I got Kiss 2 too by the way and that's good enough for me.
Student
I get:
"The server encountered an internal error or misconfiguration and was unable to complete your request"
when I click the link to the full HD video :(
Nekophilia
SLR cost a bomb.. And I'm not really into photographing.. No for me ^^
Posting from SG?
Engineer by weekdays, Hikki by weekends
http://ejump.wordpress.com/
no its not.
entry level DSLR can go at rm1.3k(usd300).
unless you are comparing it to entry level p&s.
Game Designer & 2D Artist
http://catzstudio.blogspot.com/
to be fair, SLR EVENTUALLY cost a bomb :P with all the lenses, filters, bags, etc :P
銀河帝国五〇一軍团 TK/TD 8316 M.E.P.D. Police Sergeant
http://gordonator.com/
the canon 1000D is cheap and good for an entry level DSLR.
Dance Trooper: DCX-001 O.D.E. (Order of the Dancing Empire)
http://dannychoo.com.my
DSLR that can record HD video? gonna check that out!
Office Administrator
http://aquilla429.co.uk
I don't own a DSLR, I have a regular ol point and shoot job. It does me fine for my infrequent' camera useage.
Medical School Student
hmm, can't do proper photography, so buying SLR would be just a waste of money for me..
Associate Network Administrator
Waiting for the D80 to drop in price some more before I bite the bullet. Maybe there'll be a special for the D90 come Christmas/Boxing day.
Dropping computers, starting all over again at Journalism
http://xspblog.com
Oh yeah, I saw that video... just gorgeous/awesome!
Really has that professional studio feeling.
The only problem is that it was too hard on my poor laptop processor, so it came all chopped on HD.
Like I said on the comments, if this camera had a mic input, I'd even consider buying one in a near future... because you know, it's stil a DSLR... too pricey for my poor pocket.
filmaker
http://bigstick-freshturd-hotday.blogspot.com/
that camera is sweet. i'll definitely b getting 1 b4 my nxt trip to tokyo
Figurine Enthusiast, Uni Student
I'm happy with my PnS camera. I'm not actually a SLR person.
Otaku / Student in Networking
http://hayasaki-kun.blogspot.com/
I can't download the video T-T
DSL Tech Support T____T, Kita-Kon Chairman
http://www.kita-kon.org
The video must be getting some traffic, i can't get it to start either.
System Design Engineering (UWaterloo)
http://robostrike.wordpress.com
I have always been wanting to get myself on an SLR, but my lack of income + recent purchase of PSP, DS and Wii has stopped me from buying it. May be in 1/2 a yr or so I'll get enough money once again to get myself a SLR.
houkouonchi
http://www.flickr.com/photos/red_mango/
I still use and will continue to use my old Canon EOS 5D. I think my camera is now three years old. Well I bought it month one after its release in the States. I would rather my additional lenses than consider upgrading to the 5D MII.
website/graphic designer and karaoke amateur~
http://www.furudango.com
I own a Nikon dSLR [brand new, but an old model] and an SLR [an old Chinon my dad found, it's a 1984 or 85 model, I don't use it though ^^;] :3
The Canon looks incredible from the quick glance I took over at http://www.dpreview.com/news/0809/08091705canon_5dmarkII.asp *o*
Student and full-time otaku
Hmzz, both links don't work. Guess I'll try it later cause I really want to see that vid.
Student, part-time Haruhi wannabe (that bit about godhood etc)
http://www.aprilius20.com
Even on a simple digicam, my hands aren't stable enough... so the thought of getting one of those fancy cams has never crossed my mind. Would love to take such great pics though>.<
Unemployed bummer
@_@ at Robo's recent lack of income but purchase of 3 new gaming devices.
anyway, i was just wondering, would there be any issues if videos of people you filmed while going around were put up somewhere on the Net?
as for me, my interest in an SLR has increased due to the difficulty of getting good night shots while i was in Tokyo but being unemployed atm, it's tough to commit to something this expensive. probably when i get a new job, i'll get an SLR with my bonus or something. ^_^
Hikikomori in the making
http://supermariabros.deviantart.com/
How much is the price of the digital SLR right now, anyone know?
銀河帝国五〇一軍团 TK/TD 8316 M.E.P.D. Police Sergeant
http://gordonator.com/
less than S$1000 for a Canon 1000D or Nikon D40.
browsing the nets
http://otakuposts.blogspot.com/
i dont own an dslr, just a PnS. its good only in bright light, and all limitations come into play at iso's over 200. i think i overgrew it in just six months. will upgrade to a dslr next year when i get a bonus. most probably a nikon D60 or canon D1000.
Student
Will download it later, thanks for the link:)
Student
http://yellowguy89.blogspot.com/
!!! thank you for posting this.
The video was amazing :)
Computer Tech. / Graphic Design
http://reikukan.jimdo.com/
I don't own any but I'm consedering to buy one, this one has really stuning quality.
大学生 - University student
Wow! The quality is just stunning! So extremely sharp! Almost no noise in the dark scenes! I am deeply impressed! Ｏ(>∇<)Ｏ
There are so many nice girls in the video too! Aaarrrggghhhh.... WHY WAS I BORN IN THE WRONG SIDE OF THE WORLD?! ＿|￣|○
Student
http://andreijournal.blogspot.com
That's some very high res.
I could call mine SLR, though whenever shaking hands or in motion, the outcome will be blurry.
So it's not good after all.
Delivery Driver | Semi-student
http://www.soulfringe.com/
It's really one demanding video to watch. 40-45% Cpu use on my Q6600. But it just makes me want that camera that much more.
I would love to have it with me if and when I go to some conventions and such. A poor man can dream...
NEET part-time - Technical Support Officer - Network security engineer
http://burugureibi.blogspot.com/
Canon 400D user here
i would never buy a DSLR just because it can also do HD video
if i wanted to do that, i'd just buy a HD camcorder/whatnot.
A DLSR was designed to take photos and do it well.
Delivery Driver | Semi-student
http://www.soulfringe.com/
While there are some full HD camcorders out there, it's to my knowledge that they aren't the best for taking pictures. This camera takes the best pictures and is capable of getting the best video recording, all on to 1 "compact" unit. (i use the word compact loosely)
It's bad enough carrying a dslr around with you on a trip/convention I am sure. But now you don't have to lug around a Full HD Video camera around with you too.
The dude who has this cam at anime expo you know is going to be big pimpin.
I am sure there is also another number of advantages to this as well. We don't have an actual price set on it yet, to my knowledge, but I imagine after the initial release and the price drops down, its going to be more affordable than buying a top tier dslr and full hd cam as well.
Engineering Student
http://www.flickr.com/photos/turkguy19/
I bought a Nikon D40 here a couple years ago, and have been in love with it. Would like to upgrade to a D300 but don't have the money.
Policy & Research Officer
http://www.alafista.com/
You should also watch the video by Vincent Lafore taken using the 5D Mark II ... its simply GORGEOUS
http://www.usa.canon.com/dlc/controller?act=GetArticleAct&articleID=2326
Policy & Research Officer
http://www.alafista.com/
But its little wonder why the film looks good because of the expensive lenses used:
FD 7.5mm f/5.6 (converted to EF mount)
EF 15mm f/2.8 Fisheye
EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM
EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM
EF 50mm f/1.2L USM
EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM
EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM
EF 135mm f/2L USM
EF 200mm f/1.8L USM
EF 400mm f/2.8L IS USM
EF 500mm f/4L IS USM
TS-E 24mm f/3.5L
TS-E 45mm f/2.8
Troubleshooter, Universal Exports
http://funkyblueame.tumblr.com/
Could you imagine how much it would cost to buy this level of video equipment? It would make the 5D Mark II a good bargain.
Student, Otaku, She-Geek(Sheek lol)
http://meimi132.wordpress.com/
OOoooooo pretty...... Haven't dl'd the 1.81gb version tho lol. Just the 75mb version lol
Student
http://chappypyon.wordpress.com/
I am saving for a 40D. I guess 40D is enough to last me a couple of years before i move on
???Confused???
I don't get out much so my small digital camera works well enough...but I do want one someday...
Student artist
http://www.requestview.wordpress.com
That pictures looks weird. Did the person set it a a low shutter rate or just quickly zoom out when the picture was taken?
DSL Tech Support T____T, Kita-Kon Chairman
http://www.kita-kon.org
I'm guessing a low shutter speed. It gives the picture some character i think.
Troubleshooter, Universal Exports
http://funkyblueame.tumblr.com/
When I improve over the next few years, will buy something at this level. Not just for HD video since that would be a little silly.
Currently I have a Canon 20D, 5D that is on loan from a good friend and my classic film SLRs. Hopefully I can keep my 20D alive for a long time to come. It is a remarkable camera.
Programmer
http://knime.wordpress.com
I was seeing akibanews night photos last week. This camera is AWESOME!!! But I prefer the smaller ones ^-^ You can get some sudden-panchira-shots RAWR!!!
university film student | ecchikid | the Archivist
http://www.vimeo.com/longhim
Looks beautiful, but...I think it'd be much cheaper to just get a good HD video camera.
JR. College Student
http://npc.talkingincircles.net/
I was looking forward to hearing the sounds of Tokyo so I could feel like I was there... but alas it's dubbed with crappy music. The Camera is amazing though, superb picture quality. I think it may even rival a typical TV-broadcaster's camera. It's that good.
JR. College Student
http://npc.talkingincircles.net/
Oh wait, not all of it... but most of it. On board microphone sounds decent.
Delivery Driver | Semi-student
http://www.soulfringe.com/
I liked the music =(
customer service/purchasing
http://www.flickr.com/photos/endlesssupra/
hehehe me too ^^
Student
I don't have an SLR yet, but I'm planning on getting once next year. I'd love to get the Canon D5 Mark II, but will probably settle for the Nikon D90.
Freelance Digital Production Artist
http://www.flickr.com/photos/victor_lee/sets/
Gorgeous video… can't stop watching it.
中学生
http://thezhukeeper.blogspot.com
I am still struggling for one ;_;
Jalop-er
Astounding quality and editing...
Student, Uncle & hopfully a good husband..
Will try to get one once i get a stable job...
Student in Internet-based Systems
I would like to see some more Daily Life videos. Find them damn interesting.^^;
Filmmaker
http://josewritingthelife.blogspot.com/
The images are quite beautiful....Definitely on my wish list!!
customer service/purchasing
http://www.flickr.com/photos/endlesssupra/
This video is incredible! I was impressed with the quality. We're planning on getting a Nikon D90 in the very near future (hopeully before Christmas or shortly thereafter).
Anything I want to be
that is just bad ass i am downloading this right now let see how crazy this camera really is..
IT, Programmer, Otaku, ...
http://blog.jpopdb.org/
I got the Kiss 2 as well (called the 450D in Europe), and I like it. It's my first DSLR and I'll be keeping it for quite a while. Just need an extra lense :)
Graphic Design student | Receptionist | Otaku
http://sukidesho.blogspot.com/
As great as the quality may be, I'm not sure that I'll be buying one right now...