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02-13-2015, 09:01 PM
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The OP stated he was considering a GoPro, so I assume he intends on shooting video and the occasional still. So why the recommendations for a a DSLR? A DSLR is going to shoot better HD video than a GoPro 4? Really??
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02-13-2015, 09:07 PM
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02-13-2015, 09:27 PM
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This was supposed to be an edit but CanReef does not let me edit my posts...
I guess I shouldn't be so rude and explain my reasoning. Do you think a $400 camera made to be cheap (relatively), durable, and easy to use is going to compete with a $2000 camera made solely for high quality photos and video? Additionally, Go Pros and other cameras of its type have the same problem as camera phones. Capable of taking quality HD videos and photos but...they have no zoom and true macro capability which makes them limited in what they can do. I just think you are putting Go-Pro onto a pedestal on which it does not deserve to be on. They are definitely solid cameras, but like Apple products, too expensive for what you are paying for because they are a big brand  Additionally, the OP has mentioned that he is actually a SHE and that she wants to pursue macro photography. DLSR is the only way (at least easily) to get quality macro images and get super-macro shots. Also, check out that guys videos. He does some AMAZING videography. Last edited by EarthEaterBob; 02-13-2015 at 09:30 PM.
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02-13-2015, 09:30 PM
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Of course its not going to compete with a $2,000 camera. But for the average user that wants to capture nice video and the occasional still a GoPro is an affordable solution.
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02-13-2015, 09:57 PM
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Oh, so a DLSR can take better HD video than a Go-Pro then
 Ill admit that a Go-Pro for UW videography out competes an Intova and other action cams in the market in terms of video quality...but guess what, it also costs 3-4x the amount! So while the video from the GoPro 4s is very impressive, IMO it is not what I consider an affordable option. Some shots with my Intova...not comparable to a DLSR, perhaps comparable to a Go-Pro when you keep in mind it costs a third of the price. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YcVM9qLlHeg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vwBt_KrSln4 Anyways, the point is, the OP wants a camera for macro photography. Something that action cams, Intova AND GoPro, are not suited for in the least. And a decent ($2000-3000) DLSR setup will take quality, comparable if not better then a GoPros, video while taking still shots that a GoPro would not ever be able to pull. Whether that is in the OP`s budget is up to them. Edit: Oops, I might have misinterpreted OP's comment, my sincerest apologies if you're a dude and not a she! Last edited by EarthEaterBob; 02-13-2015 at 10:11 PM.
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02-14-2015, 02:50 PM
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 but with a name like Dominique, that mistake happens a lot without face to face communication, lol.So, firstly, I asked the question here and not a camera or scuba forum because I'm not active on any other sites, nor do I really wish to be. I've noticed we do have some guys and gals here that are into both diving and photography so I thought I'd ask here. I did originally state that the greater majority of the usage will be done while diving and that macro photography is my focus (no pun intended ) but something that can integrate video would be cool. But like everything in life, I'm seeing there is no good 1 thing does everything fix.Quote:
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02-28-2015, 03:23 PM
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Well, ended up with the Gopro Hero4 Silver. Took it out diving and I'm pretty impressed with what it can do. I've realized I definitely need better lighting and some other way of holding onto it. Also for what I like, I've ordered some dive filters and 2 macro filters.
Anyway, uploading a few vids to youtube now, but in the meantime, here's what I came up with on our very first outing out at Nanoose, just north of Nanaimo.     http://youtu.be/Exk8C4nSCQo
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02-13-2015, 09:27 PM
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Nice video! But shot with a $3,100 DSLR. Oh, and that's just the body. Tack on another $3,000 or so for the Ikelite housing and lenses and you are ready to dive! I think that may be little over the OP's budget.
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