does it automatically focus in video mode, i noticed the t3i you have to focus it yourself so video turns out blurry a lot...
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Canon T3 Basic Video Specs:*720p (1,280 x 720) HD recording at 29.97 or 25 fps*MPEG-4 / H.264 AVC compression, .MOV container*Single-servo contrast detection autofocus is optionally available during recording, albeit with actuation noise levels depending on the lens used*Phase detection or contrast detection AF are available before capture starts*Manual focus also possible*AF point position can be manually controlled*Programmed-auto exposure (no shutter / aperture-priority or manual) *Exposure compensation and lock are available both before and during recording*Picture style selections provide creative options*Monaural audio recording via built-in microphone*Image stabilization during video capture, if offered by lens Canon T3 Basic Video Specs:*720p (1,280 x 720) HD recording at 29.97 or 25 fps*MPEG-4 / H.264 AVC compression, .MOV container*Single-servo contrast detection autofocus is optionally available during recording, albeit with actuation noise levels depending on the lens used*Phase detection or contrast detection AF are available before capture starts*Manual focus also possible*AF point position can be manually controlled*Programmed-auto exposure (no shutter / aperture-priority or manual) *Exposure compensation and lock are available both before... » Read More Canon T3 Basic Video Specs:*720p (1,280 x 720) HD recording at 29.97 or 25 fps*MPEG-4 / H.264 AVC compression, .MOV container*Single-servo contrast detection autofocus is optionally available during recording, albeit with actuation noise levels depending on the lens used*Phase detection or contrast detection AF are available before capture starts*Manual focus also possible*AF point position can be manually controlled*Programmed-auto exposure (no shutter / aperture-priority or manual) *Exposure compensation and lock are available both before and during recording*Picture style selections provide creative options*Monaural audio recording via built-in microphone*Image stabilization during video capture, if offered by lens « Show Less
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Canon T3 Basic Video Specs: *720p (1,280 x 720) HD recording at 29.97 or 25 fps *MPEG-4 / H.264 AVC compression, .MOV container *Single-servo contrast detection autofocus is optionally available during recording, albeit with actuation noise levels depending on the lens used *Phase detection or contrast detection AF are available before capture starts *Manual focus also possible *AF point position can be manually controlled *Programmed-auto exposure (no shutter / aperture-priority or manual) *Exposure compensation and lock are available both before and during recording *Picture style selections provide creative options *Monaural audio recording via built-in microphone *Image stabilization during video capture, if offered by lens
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Verify this but I believe it is correct. The auto focus depends on the lens and not the camera you are using so your question should be "Does Lens X auto focus during video".
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Can one simply turn off the autofocus and use the manual focus ring while in video mode? I hope so, I just ordered a HS20. Should have it early next week.
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I used my old 30D lens with the adapter, a 75 to 200 and a 300 zoom, and the auto focus is really slow and noisy.. But I never use auto with video anyway.. Lock in the shot, and go. I use manual..
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I have not done any video recording but I have read that the autofocus doesn't work well when in video mode. The still photos are great.
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I (mostly) love my T4i. I also have an XTi and a 50D. My one minor complaint is that it has the Rebel's lower magnification viewfinder, and not the bigger, easier to see viewfinder of their higher grade crop-sensor cameras. It does just about everything else better than either of those other bodies I mentioned, and I'm almost exclusively using it now. I love the touch screen. I was out last evening shooting the comet, and I was making adjustments on the screen using fingerless gloves, which would have been clumsier using the buttons and wheel.
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I wonder how this Eye Start focussing would work if you use a cordless remote or similar?When you use cordless remote for taking a picture, does the shutter stop halfway for focussing, like in normal mode?Thanks.
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I haven't taken a lot of video but I never have much with any digital camera I've owned. Having said that, I would ONLY shoot video with STM lense (like the 18-135 in this kit) so when the auto focus "hunts" for focus its at least silent. I shot one video with the 50-250...you could hear every motor movement. Yes it is simple to use. You set the mode you want (manual, aperture priority, shutter priority or auto) and press the record button...It picks up clear audio better than any cellphone(probably not the best comparison) but in the videos of the kids in the yard you can heard what they are saying clearly enough from 20+ ft away. I haven't taken a lot of video but I never have much with any digital camera I've owned. Having said that, I would ONLY shoot video with STM lense (like the 18-135 in this kit) so when the auto focus "hunts" for focus its at least silent. I shot one video with the 50-250...you could hear every motor movement. Yes it is simple to use. You set the mode you want (manual, aperture priority, shutter priority or auto) and press the record button...It picks up clear audio better than any cellphone(probably not the best comparison) but in the videos of the kids in the yard you can heard... » Read More I haven't taken a lot of video but I never have much with any digital camera I've owned. Having said that, I would ONLY shoot video with STM lense (like the 18-135 in this kit) so when the auto focus "hunts" for focus its at least silent. I shot one video with the 50-250...you could hear every motor movement. Yes it is simple to use. You set the mode you want (manual, aperture priority, shutter priority or auto) and press the record button...It picks up clear audio better than any cellphone(probably not the best comparison) but in the videos of the kids in the yard you can heard what they are saying clearly enough from 20+ ft away. « Show Less
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Yes, I have shot video with the T3i and various macro, telephoto, and zoom lenses as well as telescopes and microscopes with manual aperture control. The main issue is not with the adapter, it is with the camera, which will frequently stop recording if you are shooting video at 1080p, regardless of the SD card you are using.
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I have had the S4500 for just a few weeks. I wear tri-focals and lve. them on while shooting. I just did some testing and here's what I found: With my glasses on, I focused on an object (auto) The Image looked sharp in the viewer, and in "reviewing". I then lined-up another shot - without my glasses, moved the shutter button half-way down - object was blurred but I took the shot anyway. Reviewed it (on the camera back) and it was fine. Conclusion (after two more tests) the camera was focusing correctly regardless of what I was seeing ! Highly recommend you do same testing to confirm. Having checked other review, I agree this model does NOT have a Diopter (previous Fuji model I owned did) but I am already used to this system - but then I'm not a pro! Oh, don't forget when shooting picture of two people, always point the focus-beam at ONE of the faces then "re-frame" while holding shutter btn. half way down. (sorry if I,m stating the obvious!). Good luck. Harry Hilton
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In my opinion, when using the video function there is a delay. there may be a slight delay in picture mode but not more than any other camera I have used. hope this helps!
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The video is sub par. The autofocus tries to refocus, even when it is in focus, in good light and contrast. As I stated my review, both the Panasonic and the Fujifilm were much better with video. I have not tried using the video with manual focus, it may be just fine that way.
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It's fine for the T3i. I've never shot video with it, so I don't know how much video cam be shot with additional pictures.
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This does not work in video mode on a canon...if you press it while in video mode it takes a still image.
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The camera only has good quality auto focus when in the fully automatic mode. When using other programs the auto focus mode is not a top priority feature for the software. The auto focus takes a while to adjust the more you use the zoom feature. I love the camera. I own several high end Nikon SLR's but have more fun with this unit. There are several good books available from Amazon which are excellent on explaining the many features of the camera.
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I believe it is a faulty lens. My brother has a t3i and has had no such issue. You should try the lense on another camera before returning though.
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It is both manual and auto focus in both still image and video modes but in lowish light in video mode it hunts a lot, getting the focus wrong more often than not but thats a function of the camera. Not the lens. That said, it's an excellent lens but it should noted that it does not have image stabilization.