What's a good camera for shooting POV? - GoFuckYourself.com

brandonstills · 04-26-2016, 12:54 AM

I've done a few POV shoots now but think it is time to invest in a really good camera.

Last time I was using a small super light weight camcorder. The problem I had with it was that it was a little wobbly (probably because it was light and held by a single hand). Also the lens is fixed so I felt like it was cropped too much and I couldn't hold it further back because then I couldn't see the screen. I also didn't like the fact that it didn't look professional.

What do you guys recommend for a good POV camera? I'd like to shoot 4K to some kind of digital media (no tape) and it should work well for POV holding. Do I need a small handheld or do the more professional full size camcorders work? Wide angle is probably a must. Image quality with little noise is a must. Budget is up to $2,000 but could go $3,000 if it is really going to make a difference.

What camera do you guys use and do you handhold or set it up on a tripod behind you?

MiamiBoyz · 04-26-2016, 03:59 AM

Slightly "bulky" but the resolution...well, actually that actually sucks too!

poncabare · 04-26-2016, 07:03 AM

polaroid

NoWhErE · 04-26-2016, 08:22 AM

Why not try a gopro?

ilnjscb · 04-26-2016, 08:50 AM

Whatever you get, read the reviews and make sure it really does well in low light and has great image stabilization. Look at this one:

Sony HXR-NX3/1 NXCAM Professional Handheld Camcorder HXR-NX3/1

amacontent · 04-26-2016, 09:05 AM

Ive been the King of POV for 13 years now and I always hold camera in hand. Smallest camera is best that you can handle without shaking. If you can't keep cam still and focused and framed during cum shot , find another gig lol.

ilnjscb · 04-26-2016, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by amacontent

Ive been the King of POV for 13 years now and I always hold camera in hand. Smallest camera is best that you can handle without shaking. If you can't keep cam still and focused and framed during cum shot , find another gig lol.

^^There you go!

Jay-Rock · 04-26-2016, 11:30 AM

Get a Panasonic GH4 paired with this ultra wide lens and you will get the best image quality in 4K at your price point. It is a corrected lens so even at the ultra wide point distortion is under control.
Olympus M.ZUIKO Digital ED 7-14mm f/2.8 PRO Lens V313020BU000

Paul Markham · 04-27-2016, 01:06 AM

No problems with this baby.

fitzmulti · 04-27-2016, 02:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by amacontent

Ive been the King of POV for 13 years now and I always hold camera in hand. Smallest camera is best that you can handle without shaking. If you can't keep cam still and focused and framed during cum shot , find another gig lol.

Yep, what he said! About the shaking...well, if you can't avoid shaking your hand while filming a POV BJ or sex scene, just hire a hooker & don't bother filming.

brandonstills · 04-28-2016, 11:08 AM

Thanks for the suggestions everyone. I'll look into them.

brandonstills · 04-28-2016, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by NoWhErE

Why not try a gopro?

Have you had good experience with them? I tried with an earlier version. The first "Hero" version and the low light was atrocious. Latest version might perform better. I do use it every now and then when I'm shooting stills and want to get BTS of everything.

SuzzyQ · 04-28-2016, 09:48 PM

One that is waterproof.

vegasbobby · 04-28-2016, 10:22 PM

Sony A6000

04-26-2016, 12:54 AM	#1
brandonstills Confirmed User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Chatsworth, CA Posts: 1,964	What's a good camera for shooting POV? I've done a few POV shoots now but think it is time to invest in a really good camera. Last time I was using a small super light weight camcorder. The problem I had with it was that it was a little wobbly (probably because it was light and held by a single hand). Also the lens is fixed so I felt like it was cropped too much and I couldn't hold it further back because then I couldn't see the screen. I also didn't like the fact that it didn't look professional. What do you guys recommend for a good POV camera? I'd like to shoot 4K to some kind of digital media (no tape) and it should work well for POV holding. Do I need a small handheld or do the more professional full size camcorders work? Wide angle is probably a must. Image quality with little noise is a must. Budget is up to $2,000 but could go $3,000 if it is really going to make a difference. What camera do you guys use and do you handhold or set it up on a tripod behind you? __________________ Brandon Stills Industry and programming veteran [email protected] \| skype: brandonstills \| ICQ #495-171-318

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ilnjscb Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 8,835	Whatever you get, read the reviews and make sure it really does well in low light and has great image stabilization. Look at this one: Sony HXR-NX3/1 NXCAM Professional Handheld Camcorder HXR-NX3/1

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brandonstills Confirmed User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Chatsworth, CA Posts: 1,964	Thanks for the suggestions everyone. I'll look into them. __________________ Brandon Stills Industry and programming veteran [email protected] \| skype: brandonstills \| ICQ #495-171-318

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