London Amateur
TPF Noob!
I started using DSLRs about 10 years ago. Initially with a Nikon D3100 which I sold for a Canon D100. I wanted a tiny DSLR that could be carried along on hikes. Granted, the D100 is lacking in many areas, but it still produced some quality pictures.
Recently I moved into videography. I'm filming myself playing music and I'd need it for business as well. Because the microphone of the D100 was terrible, I upgraded to an external Rhode microphone. I'm, however, slowly realising that the D100 is hopeless for video because of its poor autofocus which means that it's almost constantly searching for focus. The videos are blurry and, frankly, unusable. (I'm using the right settings on the camera)
I have two lenses: 50mm and 24mm.
I would hope I could find a used camera body that delivers much better video quality at a budget where I can use my existing equipment (lenses and microphone). I'd hate to pay more than $500 for it. If I can get it cheaper, all the better. I have read through different threads and online forums and I'm lost as to which option to go for. Any help is appreciated.
Recently I moved into videography. I'm filming myself playing music and I'd need it for business as well. Because the microphone of the D100 was terrible, I upgraded to an external Rhode microphone. I'm, however, slowly realising that the D100 is hopeless for video because of its poor autofocus which means that it's almost constantly searching for focus. The videos are blurry and, frankly, unusable. (I'm using the right settings on the camera)
I have two lenses: 50mm and 24mm.
I would hope I could find a used camera body that delivers much better video quality at a budget where I can use my existing equipment (lenses and microphone). I'd hate to pay more than $500 for it. If I can get it cheaper, all the better. I have read through different threads and online forums and I'm lost as to which option to go for. Any help is appreciated.