DSLR

The DSLR movement has gained a lot support in the filmmaking community in recent times because of the many benefits that come with shooting video with a DSLR camera. However, sometimes it seems too good to be true. There are downsides to this mode of shooting also. Something to always keep in mind is that DSLR cameras were not built with shooting video in mind. They are built as still photography cameras and therefore have limitations.

Some of the benefits: The image quality that DSLR cameras can get is amazing. They shoot very well in low light situations and have rich color. If you want to achieve a shallow depth of field, the DSLR cameras can do that much easier than other film cameras. These cameras are very small in comparison, and therefore are much more mobile, portable and easy to travel with. The post-production work-flow is faster than that of cameras that use tape because of the memory card used in the cameras.

Some of the limitations: Audio capture on DSLR cameras is below average. To get good audio, you would need an external mic which might be a hassle if in a hurry. Also, if you're not careful, fast movement can cause the unwanted "jellyroll effect" on your image.

I haven't shot on an DSLR camera very much; I've only used the T2i one time for a few minutes. I would love to get more experience with them not only to add variety to my range of camera use but also because I really love the benefits of the cameras.