adrianandmel Loc: Melbourne

Hi all, I have obviously gone with the 60D and I am extremely pleased. Thanks to all of you who helped me choose. I am now exploring all of the modes on the camera and have come to the HD Video mode. I have been told that the mono sound/mic on the camera is useless and I have to agree. Although I am looking at creating more imagery that videography, I appreciate the two just as much at the moment - either that or its just the novelty of being able to video!! So I am now wanting some advice on the best mic to buy. I would ultimately like a mic to plug in and automatically record sound and video together, but from what I've heard either its not possible, or is Extremely pricey. So I've been thinking an external mic and then using Final Cut Pro to sync video with audio. I'm just stuck on what to buy. Obviously something compact. Does the Zoom H1 sound good. If not any suggestions, and while on the topic, any particular tripods I can buy that are better than others?? You would have picked up by now i'm a newly but only for a short time I hop. Anyway hope you can help!!

Iduno Loc: Near Tampa Florida

Hi and welcome. I just bought the 60D and will relegate my t3i to backup position. I think the Zoom H1 is an awesome choice. I bought one for exactly that purpose. I also would recommend the Rode Boom that sells for about $169 as another good choice. I get great sound from both, but as you probably already know, the H1 retails for $100 and I think offers a bit more versatility.

adrianandmel Loc: Melbourne

I think that is a good choice in the H1. My only question is that really going to do the job or do I need to H2,3 or 4. As with the camera I was going to go for the Canon 7d but II realised that the 60d was perfect for my needs. Same sort of thing with the mic. If the H1 is great then cool but if I need the 2 3 or 4, I will get it.

Iduno Loc: Near Tampa Florida

Save your money. I didn't and bought the H4 first. Better than awesome, but also considerably more money. I'll use it if I ever get around to studio recording. For now, I want to hook up a groom with a lavalier and a reocrder in their pocket. The H4 is too bulky for that. Buy the H1 now. You can always add the H4 later if it is not suiting your purposes. You'll be happy to own the H1 regardless of how you end up.

adrianandmel Loc: Melbourne

I think so too, I appreciate your advice. So that's that, now for the tripod, any suggestions??

Smokenmirrorss Loc: WV

Check out Ravelli on Amazon. Read the reviews and bought one. You can get a pistol grip for photos or or the fluid head for video. Don't know, but they may be interchangable. Heavier but VERY sturdy and stable - extends tall enough for a 6 foot plus person.

adrianandmel Loc: Melbourne

I'll check it out now
Im tossing between these two models on the following links : What do you think??

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/190688566980?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1426.l2649#ht_9579wt_792


http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/251058296456?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2648#ht_16470wt_792

Smokenmirrorss Loc: WV

The first one should be lighter made of carbon. The second one almost looks like the ball head assembly is plastic. Think I'd want to see that one in person, if possible. The Ravelli is aluminum legged with cast joints and pistol grip and on the heavy side.

adrianandmel Loc: Melbourne

I just looked at the Ravelli, and I must admit the fact that they are so tall is impressive to me. I will see if I can get one with a ball head and carbon. Thanks.