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?

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

https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikiped..._Camcorder.jpg

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Why not try a gopro?

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

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!

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

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No problems with this baby.

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. :2 cents:

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

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.

One that is waterproof.

Sony A6000