Why not to go Micro 4:3 for video

[Interceptor121]

I think this is one of the few posts on my blog that was on request

As always those are personal opinions not facts or absolute truths

Why not to move to Micro 4:3 for Video | Interceptor121 Underwater Photo & Video Blog

 

[EL Pistoffo]

Any thoughts on the new Sony A6000? I've been hearing that it's a great camera with excellent image quality. It has a sensor which is on par with many APS-C DSLR's. Of course these rave reviews have been in regards to topside photo use.

 

[Interceptor121]

I didn't include any of the sony ilc as the issue is the same the lens 16-50mm is 24-75mm equivalent and actually the rx100 mark III has Xavc at 50 Mbps whilst the a6000 only the usual AVCHD progressive. So wouldn't bother

 

[EL Pistoffo]

I hear ya. The 4:3 are becoming really popular as a compact solution for DSLR's as far as photography is concerned. Most of them need their respective branded lenses to use their full features and are expensive. That's a turn off for me.
I was considering the Sony A6000 briefly as a new topside camera but for what I'm looking for, a more traditional DSLR like the Nikon D5300 will likely be my pick.

So the Panasonic LX8 is not far off? I wonder what advances it may have. 4k is neat but I don't need it. It'll be a while before 4k screens are mainstream or I get one myself.