How To Buy a Professional Video Recorder
When you work in an industry that relies heavily on quality video, you need to purchase a professional video recorder that is going to meet your needs. Not all professional cameras are created equal, so it’s important that you invest in a professional video recorder that provides you with all of the quality video that you need for your work.
What You Need From a Pro Video Camera
When it comes to professional video, the more features your camera has, the more the camera will cost. While it would be ideal for you to choose a pro video recorder that has every feature that exists in the pro-video world, the cost of such a camera is considerable, while the value it brings to the cameraman is minimal. That is why you need to carefully consider the options you truly need from the options that you will unlikely use. Some things you will need to consider include:
•Budget
The lower your budget, the fewer features your camera is going to have. That may be fine for your needs, which is why it is so important to know the features you need in advance. You may not even need to max out your budget on the camera itself. If you have a high budget but are not in need of a feature rich pro video recorder, you can save that money and use it to purchase video recorder accessories, editing equipment, and professional audio tools.
•Type of Job
Very few jobs need a wide range of features in their pro video equipment. You may not need color control options, 12 hours of video recording, or 24p frame rates. On the other hand, you may be in need of features to help with ENG (electronic news gathering), global shutter, and a wide angle lens attachment. Every job has its own needs, and the more features that play a role in your industry, the more the camera is going to cost.
•Editing Time/Capabilities
Your ability to edit the video also plays a role. Many of the features included in some of the most expensive professional video cameras can also be completed in the editing room for a presumably cheaper cost. There are also cameras that prepare video to help you edit quicker. On the other hand,news organizations and companies that need to upload and use the video immediately may need a camera that records video in a manner that is ready to be displayed and used, without any post processing.
Deciding on the Right Pro Video Recorder Features
Hundreds of different industries utilize professional video, and that allows camera manufacturers to create equipment loaded with some of the most interesting features in the industry. But all of these features may not be necessary for your work. Make sure you know exactly what features your video requires before you decide to purchase a new video recorder, so that you can ensure you are investing in the perfect camera for your needs.
About the Author
Erland Schulze is owner of SJ Media Systems and has over 30 years of retail ownership experience.
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