DSLR Photography Forum

I must say that I'm using the video feature on my 7D quite a bit. I think it's quite handy to switch to video capture and record a scene, especially when kids are playing etc. It also reduces the number of gadgets I need to carry which is great.

Some negatives - being on a SLR though I still find it a little counterintuitive to switch from using the optical viewfinder to the LCD screen. Also, I miss the image stabilisiation that comes with the handycam - I find I have to hold the SLR rock steady - quite hard to do especially when using it in "digicam" mode.

Anyway, how about you? How much video do you capture?

I've scoffed at video for years, but now that I have a camera that does it properly, I am re-evaluating...

Only thing I video is my golf swing for self analysis LOL.

I have a small sony mini dv camcorder. I also have access to the panasonic with digital video. My only grouse is they use up a lot of memory, so it depends on how many photo's I wish to take. Sometimes you are not sure.
It came in handy at my nephews wedding when the bride started singing the vows. And then later a couple of barber shop type numbers with 3 bridesmaids.

They all sing in a choral group called 'The White rosettes'. http://www.whiterosettes.org.uk/ Link to the web site.