02-06-2012, 04:04 PM
DRR wrote:
Also note that technically it captures 1080p, but only at 20fps. It will do 720p at 30fps though.
So if you want a body for video - this is not it. If you want an inexpensive still body that has some video capability, this is a great choice.
This changes all that my friend
http://magiclantern.wikia.com/wiki/Unified
This firmware hack adds a ton of features to the video mode. Scroll down and see what it adds to the 500D on the chart.
HDR, time lapse, focus peaking, audio levels, bit rate control, auto restart recording after clip ends, manual exposure, on and on, too many to list.