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I agree really great info about the cameras. Thanks Shahmatt. Keep it coming! ;p;p
This thread is now accorded 'Sticky' status ....... thanks for gathering the research and info bro '
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The most common types of sensor formats available right now are: 1/2.5, 1/1.6, four-thirds and APS-C. An illustration of sensor formats is show below:
Source: Image sensor format - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
I'm not a close follower of videography, but according to google your options have the following sensor sizes:
Sony NX70P: 1/2.88" sensor
Canon XA10: 1/3" CMOS Sensor
Sony VG20: APS-C sensor
In theory the VG20 should offer superior image quality with better dynamic range and low image noise. However reviews seem to suggest that the unit offers poor value for money in terms of features.
Actually modern day cameras with liveview offer very good alternatives to dedicated video cameras. In fact the 5D Mark II has secured quite a reputation amongst amateur videographers as an extremely good full-frame video camera that offers very good value for the features within.
It may be that the video camera and the DSLR are both slated for extinction in the medium to long term - just like film has now been on the endangered list for some years now.
i always get a good laugh at your stance on death to DSLRs and full-fledged video cams...
and also, i did notice that there was one review that said exactly what you said, and that was in comparison with Video DSLRs.
Sony’s VG20 Large-Sensor Camcorder Not Looking So Good - NoFilmSchool
Read the comments and see what the actual users have to say about it, and the reviewer.
In my opinion when you will go to buy camera you should keep one thing in your mind that your first priority must be mega pixel. If your camera pixel is good then the result of photo will be good. And in my opinion Resolution is not a big matter.