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Highest Rated 4k Production Cameras


The Most Popular 4k Video Cameras

4K Camera: Everything You’ll Need to Know – Reviews

4K technology is spreading into all the most popular entertainment and photo/video shooting media today and here we’re we’re going to give you a rundown of the 4K camera side of this new technological trend in resolution. We’ll explain everything you really need to know about them, buying them and what to look for.
You should also check out our other overviews, of 4K technology as a whole, TVs and projectors.
Because of all the buzz, you’re probably wondering just what 4K means for cameras and if it’s something worth paying attention to. The answer is yes, it certainly is and a 4K DSLR is definitely going to deliver you photo and video results that leave a conventional high end DSLR in the dust. However, this extra value does also come at an added cost, though it’s not as steep as you might think.
What Are 4K Cameras?
The bottom line is that to at least some extent, all 4K cameras, from DSLRs to video production cameras, are capable of both taking photos and shooting video at least to some degree. Thus, to keep things simple, we need to distinguish between two basic kinds of 4K camera category that exist on the market today.
The first are video production cameras. These include models such as the Black Magic Production Camera and very well known Red Scarlet X. They are designed for full blown cinematic video production, of commercials, movies, documentaries and whatever else. They can also take superb still shots but their main design features are oriented far more towards filming movies in studio or field settings.
With very few exceptions, cinematic production cameras are not only not cheap but are also designed with professional cinematographers in mind.
After film production cameras, come the DSLR/Hybrid cameras. The DSLRs basically look and feel just like any other high end DSLR from Sony or Nikon but with their far greater 4K resolution and associated features. The hybrids on the other hand, such as the Canon EOS 1D-C, are cameras that could easily double as lite versions of serious video production cameras while still having the easy to carry and maneuver body designs of their smaller DSLR cousins. Thus, they’re hybrids, because while any 4K DSLR has video shooting ability, they take it to a higher level while also being designed for flexible photo taking.
Finally, we should mention camcorder style 4K cameras such as the Sony FDR-AX100. These are basically hand held small camcorders but with the power and video development features of much more powerful 4K film cameras. While they too can take beautiful still shots, they’re mainly designed for amateur mobile 4K video recording on a budget much smaller than the cost of a full 4K video camera.
What is 4K camera Technology?
4K camera technology, just like the 4K capacities of TVs and 4k projectors gives the cameras which have it the ability to take extremely detailed photo or video shots with a minimal resolution of 3,840 x 2160 pixels and more commonly an industry standard resolution of 4096 x 2160 pixels at a 1.9:1 aspect ratio.
All 4K cameras are capable of shooting video in these resolution settings but some can also take still shots at a much higher 5K resolution of 5120 x 2700 or even larger resolutions of 8K or higher in some rare cases. A notable example being the RED Scarlet X video production camera. These resolutions are possible due to specialized internal pixel shrinking technology and very powerful processors built into all such cameras. Many brands even have multiple processors running simultaneously for the sake of rendering such immensely clear resolutions.
In essence, when you film 4K video content with a camera that’s capable of rendering it, you’re creating native 4K content that you can later display on a UHD TV or 4k monitor under the same crystal clear resolution.
In addition to their enormously powerful resolution, all digital 4K cameras include a whole host of other photo/video features designed to make the most of their innate resolution power. While these developments vary between DSLR/Hybrid cameras and full scale professional video production cameras, they include capacities such as very large sensor sizes, numerous types of manual and automatic focus control, extremely powerful ISO settings and powerful internal processing software.
How Much Do 4K Cameras Cost?
4K cameras can vary in price enormously depending on what you’re looking for and which major type you choose. Full scale video production cameras like the above mentioned Black Magic or the RED Scarlet X will easily cost you $10,000 or more if you also buy all their needed attachments. On the other hand, hybrid cameras like the Canon EOS 1D-C can also take a solid 10 grand out of your bank account.
On the other hand, 4K DSLR cameras and mini camcorders, both of which are capable of shooting some absolutely spectacular 4K photos and videos will cost you anywhere from $800 to $4000 dollars. Still expensive in some cases, but much cheaper than their video production counterparts.
Furthermore, we should now also add that many flagship smartphones offer up 4K video recording that’s steadily getting more robust. This includes the ability to shoot UHD video at reasonable frame rates of 30fps (comparable to the frame rate of many 4K stand-alone cameras) and great light capture and color. One particular example of this technology is the iPhone 6S Plus, which has even been used to record professional documentaries with just its 4K video camera being used. In simple terms, some of the best value for your dollar on the market is found in these types of recording devices. You’re already getting your hands on a premium smartphone, which you need, and can also get a lot of the core benefits of ultra HD video recording.
many smarthphones now offer fairly robust 4K video cameras built right into them
many smarthphones now offer fairly robust 4K video cameras built right into them
What Should I look for in Buying 4K Camera?
This is going to depend a lot on what you need it for and what your personal preferences are. If you want something that can shoot professional video that has commercial and Hollywood film quality to it within a professional setting, then 4K Video production cameras are definitely your number one choice.
However, if you’re not a professional video producer and just want to explore the latest in high quality shooting resolution, then just start with a 4K camcorder such as the Sony FDR-AX100 or a solid 4K photo/video DSLR such as the Panasonic GH4. Either of these will cost you less than $3000 dollars and will deliver results batter than any conventional HD DSLR/amateur video camera.
The bottom line is that no one tech spec for either DSLR/Hybrid or video production cameras can guarantee overall quality. However, here are some key things to consider for both DSLR/Hybrid cams and video production machines.
Maximum Resolution: All 4K cameras will have a maximum video resolution and a maximum still shot resolution. Your max video resolution will generally be measured in a vertical and horizontal pixel count such as 3,840 x 2,160 pixels (standard 4K UHD video). It will also have several lower 2K or smaller video shooting resolutions such as 1920 x 1080p. Photo resolution will be measured either in total megapixels or in terms of horizontal x vertical resolution. Thus, your camera might have a resolution of 17.2 megapixels and also have it stated as a max photo resolution of 4608 x 3456 pixels.
Any 4K resolution will produce absolutely killer video and photo shots, so don’t fuss too much about 4,608 vs. 3,840. Instead, bear in mind the processing power..
Processor: Pretty much all high end 4K cameras contain a powerful internal processor for rendering their images and video and they have to, otherwise they’d be abysmally slow. Go for cameras with multiple (two or more) internal processors.
Lens: Lenses are important for both photo and video shooting. Though most 4K film cameras and some DSLRs won’t even come with a lens included, make sure they have wide compatibility. A good example is the Canon EF compatibility standard, which is great if you can find it in the camera you want.
Sensor size and Type: Sensor size is basically a measurement of the dimensions of the photoreceptor array that creates your cameras pixels for video and photo. In general, the bigger your sensor, the better your photo/video quality will be. DSLRs normally have weaker and smaller sensors than higher end film production cameras and serious hybrids. Some great standards to go with are Micro four thirds, Super 35 mm and Full Frame. Furthermore, for some of the best value and quality in 4K video recording and photo capture at very high resolutions, you have your mirrorless camera models. Most compact and low-cost non-pro 4K cameras are actually mirrorless models and shooters like the Sony Alpha 6300 or the Panasonic Lumix DMC GX8 are not only very compact but also highly affordable and brimming with excellent video and photo recording specs.
a mirrorless 4K shooter like the GX8 offers some of the best value in UHD video recording equipment
a mirrorless 4K shooter like the GX8 offers some of the best value in UHD video recording equipment
Light sensitivity: This is measured by your cameras ISO setting, and the broader it is, the better your shooting will look in highly variable or very dark lighting conditions. Some DSLRs have ISO settings that are as high as 400,000 plus and go as low as 50. The broader the range you can get, the better.
Video Formats: The video specs of your camera should include RAW if possible, other great compression formats are AVCHD, H.264 and MP4. Also, go for a camera that gives you the ability to shoot at above 60 frames per second at as high a resolution as possible. Most 4K DSLRs won’t give you more than 30 fps for 4K video however.
Amazing fast motion still shots: The 4K video technology in many higher end professional video cameras and even some compact mirrorless or DSLR shooters offers one particular benefit for photography that no HD shooter can match. This is the ability to capture some truly superb sequences of still shots, particularly for fast moving objects and high speed action. The simple reason for this is that individual frames from 4K video offer up nearly 8.5 megapixels of resolution, which is more than enough for printing out and blowing up a decent-sized still photo. Thus in many higher end cameras, the ability to extract individual stills comes built-in. In other words, instead of relying on photo shutter speed to grab a perfect shot of a sparrow taking off or a hummingbird moving around a flower, you can just film a few seconds of video in each case, and then sort through the dozens of frames for the perfect composition. This simply isn’t possible with the resolution of Full HD recording.
Connectivity: You want your camera to come with a good connectivity setup. This includes WiFi capacity, HDMI inputs/outputs (for directly feeding 4K video to a computer or TV) and the usual audio and video inputs/outputs.
The above are some of the more important specs to look out for in both 4K video cameras and DSLR photo cameras, but there are many others you might also find important for your particular circumstances and needs. These include advanced auto features such as image stabilization, automatic zoom modes, viewfinder controls and software editing features that are built into your camera.
What’s the Bottom Line?
The bottom line is that 4K is definitely here to stay, and the 4K video and photo cameras we’re seeing emerge today will eventually replace most Full HD 1080p conventional DSLRs and video cameras. If you want to be ahead of the curve and also have a filming tool that really creates some absolutely brilliant shots and videos, then go for a 4K recorder.

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