Nikon D3200

[leonardodatris]

Hey all I just got a Nikon D3200 as a gift, and was wondering if it is worth it to buy accessories (such as a glidecam, other lens, ect) to take videos with, or if an entirely different body is recommended. I would mostly be doing followcam shots on skis. Any suggestions, or guidance on what to look for (brands), or where to get certain items would be welcomed. It came with two lens the 18-55mm, and the 55-200mm.

 

[liamrashotte]

The camera is fine to start with. I'd recommend buying a tripod and then for followcams it depends on how much you can spend. If you can afford a glidecam, then go for it but if not just buy something cheap like a camcaddie since dslr's aren't exactly the best ergonomically for filming.

 

[leonardodatris]

What are some good options for a glidecam? If I invested in a good one now would it be compatible with other cameras and such later?

 

[liamrashotte]

What are some good options for a glidecam? If I invested in a good one now would it be compatible with other cameras and such later?

It all depends on the weight of your setup so something like the d3200 you could get an hd2000, but let's say you could picture yourself using something bigger than a dslr such as an fs700 then it would be much smarter to get the hd4000

 

[GrapeHunter]

I personally didn't like my D3200 (low frame rates, bad rolling shutter), so if I were you I would sell it. Its not awful but I love my GH3 much more than the D3200.

 

[leonardodatris]

I personally didn't like my D3200 (low frame rates, bad rolling shutter), so if I were you I would sell it. Its not awful but I love my GH3 much more than the D3200.

So is the GH3 better for just video purposes, or is it just a better all around camera? It is a little bit out of my price-range unless I sold this one.

 

[ascent_studios]

It all depends on the weight of your setup so something like the d3200 you could get an hd2000, but let's say you could picture yourself using something bigger than a dslr such as an fs700 then it would be much smarter to get the hd4000

The hd4000 is also more stable in wind/followcams

 

[marsland]

What are some good options for a glidecam? If I invested in a good one now would it be compatible with other cameras and such later?

HD1000 would be fine if you keep your D3200, there is no need to get a HD2000 or HD4000, they are meant for heavier cameras. I have a D5300 and tokina 11-17 and i had to mount weights on the top of my HD2000 to balance it correctly, when a HD1000 would have worked better for my setup. There is no added benefit of buying a HD2000 or HD4000 if you plan on filming with your D3200.

 

[GrapeHunter]

So is the GH3 better for just video purposes, or is it just a better all around camera? It is a little bit out of my price-range unless I sold this one.

Im not positive on the photography aspects of each camera as I am much more into film. I would (guessingly) say that the GH3 is an all around more powerful camera.

 

[Forcillo]

Im not positive on the photography aspects of each camera as I am much more into film. I would (guessingly) say that the GH3 is an all around more powerful camera.

I don't necessarily agree, I think that the d3200 can be a better tool for PHOTOGRAPHY due to the larger sensor and better low light. But the gh3 is on another level for video.

 

[theabortionator]

Honestly there's no point in going all out on everything right away imo. If you get a cam caddie for 20 bucks, generally the weight of the camera keeps it pretty damn stable if you hold it right and aren't hitting a ton of death cookies while skiing.

Idk. I don't know much about anything but I feel like sometimes people in here will push the best gear when it isn't necessary. Like some tripod threads where people will tell you that anything under $3,000 is a waste of money and completely worthless.

Obviously there are definitely things that are worth the extra $, but just because things aren't the most high end doesn't always mean they're trash imo.

Also you can transfer accessories between cameras. Maybe you decide to get a more expensive camera down the line, if you bought a mic, glide cam, even lenses(if you stay with the same brand) you can transfer them over.

Maybe I'm just cheap for this forum.

 

[leonardodatris]

Honestly there's no point in going all out on everything right away imo. If you get a cam caddie for 20 bucks, generally the weight of the camera keeps it pretty damn stable if you hold it right and aren't hitting a ton of death cookies while skiing.

Idk. I don't know much about anything but I feel like sometimes people in here will push the best gear when it isn't necessary. Like some tripod threads where people will tell you that anything under $3,000 is a waste of money and completely worthless.

Obviously there are definitely things that are worth the extra $, but just because things aren't the most high end doesn't always mean they're trash imo.

Also you can transfer accessories between cameras. Maybe you decide to get a more expensive camera down the line, if you bought a mic, glide cam, even lenses(if you stay with the same brand) you can transfer them over.

Maybe I'm just cheap for this forum.

Thank you guys this has actually all been pretty helpful information!

 

[Aharrelson358]

Definitely start with less than you think you need! Until you really get into it and know you'll use it, don't blow the big bucks. As said above, look for stuff you can upgrade from. The D3200 is fine to start with and learn your way around the camera. Spend your money on the stabilizer and editing software etc. and figure out if you'll get your money's worth from the amount of use. I know way too many people who have blown big time money on a camera they use maybe twice a year. Camera technology has come a long way and is extremely good. You aren't going to be producing a movie for Level 1 from the sounds of it. What you have will work fine for shooting you and your friends, and you can always upgrade when you outgrow that body by skill or time.