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NX20, best lens that I have for video? Is there a video tethering mode?

Started Apr 29, 2014 | Questions thread
ttbek Veteran Member • Posts: 4,869
Re: NX20, best lens that I have for video? Is there a video tethering mode?

Jaberwok wrote:

nster wrote:

Hey, I just purchased an NX20 to complement my NX1000

I have these lenses: 20-50, 30, 60, 85, 50-200 III

Which is most suitable/best quality for recording a meeting? (tripod) Is there a way to bypass the 25min limit or is that a filesystem limitation? I'm also looking for a EM10 mic in Canada but it seems to have been discontinued?

Is there a way to tether video to my computer? Or any way to possibly use the NX20 for a delayed webcast?

It's a good camera with limitations.

The 25 min video limit is hard coded into the firmware for import tax reasons not for any technical purpose. Still cameras with video are in a lower import duty class than 'pure' video cameras with a still function. There is no way AFAIK to access the hidden settings menu to change it. Many have tried etc..

The camera won't tether. The nearest way to do it is to use the HDMI out and control the camera remotely via the very limited 'smart' wireless app. The NX30 is better in this respect but still won't tether as per Nikon or Canon.

? I didn't think any of them would do HDMI out while in use except for the NX30.  With the NX30 you have a nice feed that can go to a video capture card and live online directly.  Yeah, I've been complaining about the lack regular tethered shooting for stills.  Also would be nice if the NX300 could charge while shooting (another thing the NX30 will do).

I've used the NX20 for video. It works ok. The downside is that the mics are small and camera mounted and pick up a lot of camera noise, especially the focus. Maybe go to manual focus if the speaker isn't moving. I'd also suggest an image stabilised lens. I used the 18-55 kit lens which did our meetings fine.

If I were doing any semi serious video then I'd invest in a decent second hand HD video camera without recording time limits and with proper microphone input jacks. Do an ebay search and you'll get one for chips.

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