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I would not go with the NX1 because it's too early to tell how committed Samsung is to cameras and as Oliver says, the public isn't clamoring for 4K. Face it, if a client wants 4K they probably won't hired a "man and his dog" production company. My wife gets mad at me when I order the HD version of movies on Amazon demand for $1 extra. She says she can't tell the difference. Further, RAW based 1080 cameras like the BMPCC crush all 4K 8-bit cameras in color nuance and dynamic range. Here's a video (I took quick and dirty) with some mixed cameras and you can see what the difference is. I overexposed the a7 footage a bit, which means I'm stuck with it. The BMPCC not only has better colors against the a7 (even if perfectly exposed) but it has, to me, a film look. I would not get the 5D3 because, as hell of a camera it is, and it is, it is built as a through-the-lens camera which makes video more cumbersome than the A7, where you have an EVF and can see zebras, focus peaking, etc. Indeed, if you're going to shoot with the glass you have I believe an EVF camera is a must. A bad thing for me, good thing for you, is that Sony's model updates and driving the prices down on their earlier cameras. You should consider an a7 too because you may get one for a song. However, the large pixel count of the a7 means it is susceptible to moire so you want to accept that trade-off. If you like a really crisp image, then the panasonic m43rds, like FuzzyNormal says, deliver the goods. For me, the a7 is the perfect utility camera, great stills and video, takes any lens. Also, I can't keep someone focused on a full-frame at wide apertures. For video, I agree with Fuzzy that you're going to end up shooting not lower than 5.8 anyway. The sony autofocus on the A6000, does work reasonably well at 1.8 (effective 2.8 say) however. Again, as Oliver implied, business isn't about getting the camera/equipment you want, it's about getting the camera the client wants (indirectly). As for an investment for 3 years... I live one shot at a time Photos of event https://www.flickr.com/photos/maxotics/sets/72157654514582616 I used an A7 with 55/1.8, a6000 with 10-18, Canon 50D with Nikon 50mm

​I shoot music videos every week and know what works for me. (www.videoink.co.uk) I would highly consider Sony as a camera choice for music videos. Not only do you get S-Log recording, but they are very good at making use of high frame rates (which for music videos is by far the biggest request I get). The new Sony RX10 II seems to be a low budget music video makers dream. 4k, 24-200m lens and high frame rates, decent quality up to 240fps. Another camera would be the A7S, as low budget music video swings with low light locations quite often! Of course, don't be foolish and forget your lighting requirements. Lighting is far more important than your camera, you have my word!

Did a test at home just to get a reference and thought I share the results. Cameras: BMPCC, D16 Mics: Electro Voice 635A, Sennheiser MKE600, Zoom H1 The BMPCC needs lots of gain in post as expected, the D16 does not.

Ha ha, no. It's a bit much as it would be a b-cam. But if the right project surfaces it might change.

While the NX500 did not perform very well in FHD due to the extremely low bitrate (no PRO setting with firmware 1.0 and even HQ was not HQ) the new firmware greatly improves FHD capabilities of the NX500 as it makes the PRO bitrate settings available. Checkout samples here: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/mr108nxf4teskpz/AADtu20DbI8lUAJUn5yjzq_ua?dl=0 (download an watch with a dedicated player, do not use the dropbox interface in the browser)

Looking great. Saw a C100 M1 at the rental house. Man, is that thing a pretty looking one. Did you rent the Mark II? Started doing video again, my last time was when SVHS(C) was still the amateur guy´s, like me, mojo machine. Things have changed. It´s really worth it to walk the road and put some lights up. Watched your bowling vid with the GH4 when you posted it. Cool stuff! Affordable equipment paired with talent and ambition puts out some beautiful stuff. Thanks for showing!

My advice is to buy a cheap camera and good lenses with that kind of budget. If you want to hold on for a better camera to come around, then why not buy a cheap camera for now to keep you busy and lenses that you will be able to use with the next-gen ultra 4000 camera that you will buy next year? Get a used GH3 with a Speed Booster (or Lens Turbo if you're cheap) and call it a day. Many people get dragged into the 'upgrade my gear' race that everyone seems to have with all these new toys being released. But those won't make you a better cameraman. A GH3 with a Speed Booster will do everything you want and more. It's the only camera I use since the day it came out. It's rugged, the batteries last for ages, reliable, takes a Mic + headphones + external monitor, almost no moire and generally gives a great image. People who complain about the low-light capabilities of M4/3 simply don't use the correct lenses to do so. I shoot a Sigma 18-35mm f1.8 which turns into a f1.2 constant zoom with the Speed Booster. Check below for my latest wedding film which features a lot of low-light shots. All done with the GH3.

I'm seeing something different with XC10 footage (not this example). It has a superior mojo that other cameras don't have in this price range. Shame about the lens, but the camera is better than everyone thinks and is worth the money.

Dude, you bumped this thread just to show you didn't care for what a guy did on the Internet? That's hilarious, you are the most attention seeking a-hole there ever was. This whole post is stupid and I am now dumber for reading it. Now someone can write the same to me

Here's a good explanation from Fujifilm expert. What is LOG? What is LUT?

Damn revisiting this all - I need to take a fricking break from online forums. Sorry guys for all this. I am putting myself on a self-imposed camera board ban of 6 months starting now.

​Why you need a large size diopter for the baby hypergonar? You drink milk from a bottle-feeding or what? ​Yes Voigtlander 347/41 40.5mm PL 4-2m 13-6.5 feet $19.95 http://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-VOIGTLANDER-40-5mm-PORTRAIT-LENS-90-DAY-WARRANTY-EXCELLENT-PLUS-/371208822035

​I emailed Alan on May 20 and he found one 82mm 0.25 achromatic a bit dusty. He didnt know he had it. It was over my budget so i didnt continue, but maybe youre lucky and its still available,

It might be worth emailing redstan. I emailed him when he was sold out but still was able to secure a +.25 82mm in trade that was not officially for sale (someone bailed on paying him after begging to reserve it so he sold it to me since I had money in hand).

damn that was beautiful and funny and honest ! great job - I laughed a lot!

I like to think of participating in forums like this as being a guest in someone else's house. And I try to behave the same way i would if we were all hanging out in their living room. That way, if I choose to cross the line with insults, politics, general troublemaking, et cetera, I shouldn't be surprised if I'm shown the door. It's their place after all.