Help needed for next purchase...

[TheCarMadDad]

Hi guys.

I have a Canon 600d and a few lenses (Tamron 18-200mm, canon 50mm F1.8 etc)

I went to the Grand Prix yesterday with my dslr and found myself shooting video probably 70% of the time. I've decided I want to move on to shooting video. I've slowly lost the enjoyment of regular photography.

I will be selling my dslr & kit as someone else may as we'll make use of it. My needs are still the same, I still need a snapper for quick photos of the kids, nice opportunistic photos etc. my budget is between £500-750. As it stands I believe I have two options;
1) buy a dedicated camcorder and a bridge camera. Both would be mid range I'm guessing about £250 on a camera and £300-400 on a camcorder.
2) Buy a quality bridge camera that shoots excellent video as well as not-too-shabby snaps.

This purchase needs to be a long term investment for me. I've been looking at the Panasonic FZ1000 as it seems to tick the right boxes; good quality, 1" MOS sensor, 4K video recording (good future proofing), or maybe the Sony RX10.

On the other hand I've been looking at a Panasonic VC-750EBK camcorder which would leave me a small amount for a good value snapper.

Agh, I'm unsure. You advice will be most appreciated.....

[rottie102]

Sony Rx 100 Mk 3? Great for both and tiny so yoi can always have it on you?

Canon 70d with a 18-135 kit lens?

[MysteryLemon]

rottie102 said:

Sony Rx 100 Mk 3? Great for both and tiny so yoi can always have it on you?

Canon 70d with a 18-135 kit lens?

Wait until the Lumix LX8 comes out. Looking like it's going to be one better than the RX100 and probably cheaper too.

[mrdemon]

rottie102 said:

Canon 70d with a 18-135 kit lens?

this, it is amazing.

[TheCarMadDad]

Does the 70D have the continuous focus for video?

[marctwo]

If you don't need 4k then the Panasonic GH3 is a very good option.

[markmullen]

A left field choice but I'd be looking at a Black Magic Pocket Camera. Every frame is a raw file which could be edited for web ready stills, and stunning video capability.

[TheCarMadDad]

The GH3 looks nice but is out of my price range

[Janesy B]

TheCarMadDad said:

Does the 70D have the continuous focus for video?

Yeah, works well.

[TheCarMadDad]

The 70D looks seriously tempting... Just trying to convince myself I can afford it :/

[mrdemon]

TheCarMadDad said:

Does the 70D have the continuous focus for video?

yes nothing to touch it for filming with a SLR atm.