"convergence" stills images and video is way overhyped IMHO. While a few people really appreciate having one camera to capture both stills and video, majority of (potential) still camera buyers does not seriously record video. So no need whatsoever to put video capture into each and every camera.
I'd prefer Canon to take an approach similar to Sony but even more strict. Offer some or all future (non-cine) EOS cameras in 2 versions:
S = "Stills-optimized" = base model, no video out whatsoever
V = "Video optimized" = same as base, but additionally with best possible 4k implementation, optimal video codec. image pipeline, processor/DIGIC, audio processor, large heatsink, everything beefed up to withstand even lengthy video recordings. Menus filled to the brim with "video-centric" options. Zebras, microphones, mic and headphone jacks, all sorts of video-out connectors and whatever. Plus of course a nice red dedicated "record video" button. Charge 25%-50% more for V model compared to same sensored base model to offset cost of all the the video extras that are not needed - or even counterproductive - for stills capture.
win win. Those who really need/want convergence can get it at an adequate price. And those who just constantly whimper for 4k and all sorts of video features got to stop whimpering in forums.
I'd prefer Canon to take an approach similar to Sony but even more strict. Offer some or all future (non-cine) EOS cameras in 2 versions:
S = "Stills-optimized" = base model, no video out whatsoever
V = "Video optimized" = same as base, but additionally with best possible 4k implementation, optimal video codec. image pipeline, processor/DIGIC, audio processor, large heatsink, everything beefed up to withstand even lengthy video recordings. Menus filled to the brim with "video-centric" options. Zebras, microphones, mic and headphone jacks, all sorts of video-out connectors and whatever. Plus of course a nice red dedicated "record video" button. Charge 25%-50% more for V model compared to same sensored base model to offset cost of all the the video extras that are not needed - or even counterproductive - for stills capture.
win win. Those who really need/want convergence can get it at an adequate price. And those who just constantly whimper for 4k and all sorts of video features got to stop whimpering in forums.
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