Just bought a D90. First impressions: at DVinfo.net

Francesco Dal Bosco · October 5th, 2008, 05:29 AM

Just bought a D90. First impressions:
severe rolling shutter problems, some compression artifacts, ergonomics not good for video, lacking of manual controls, poor audio
BUT
fantastic colours, stunning DOF capabilities and great low light sensibilty for an incredible "cinema look".
Not yet an alternative to a good camcorder but a great tool for creative work (expecially considering the price).
I really like this camera.

Stephen Boss · October 5th, 2008, 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Francesco Dal Bosco

Just bought a D90. First impressions:
severe rolling shutter problems, some compression artifacts, ergonomics not good for video, lacking of manual controls, poor audio
BUT
fantastic colours, stunning DOF capabilities and great low light sensibilty for an incredible "cinema look".
Not yet an alternative to a good camcorder but a great tool for creative work (expecially considering the price).
I really like this camera.

So would you recommend that others buy it? Is it good enough as a tool for creative work right now, or is it too problematic and better to wait for something better? I'm seriously considering buying this camera, but I'm just not sure about it...

Don Miller · October 5th, 2008, 09:32 AM

I would buy a D90 for its qualities as a still camera. Have you looked at Canon and Sony single chip camcorders? Very nice and very small.

There are plenty of clips and reviews of teh D90 video feature. Why not look for yourself and decide if the quality is good enough for your purposes?

Francesco Dal Bosco · October 5th, 2008, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Stephen Boss

So would you recommend that others buy it? Is it good enough as a tool for creative work right now, or is it too problematic and better to wait for something better? I'm seriously considering buying this camera, but I'm just not sure about it...

The D90 is very nice, in my opinion, but it's not a camcorder. If your purpose is working on HD video, you obviously need a HD camcorder first. As "special tool", yes I think the D90 could give you a surprising creative contribution.

October 5th, 2008, 05:29 AM	#1
Francesco Dal Bosco Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Italy Posts: 31	Just bought a D90. First impressions: Just bought a D90. First impressions: severe rolling shutter problems, some compression artifacts, ergonomics not good for video, lacking of manual controls, poor audio BUT fantastic colours, stunning DOF capabilities and great low light sensibilty for an incredible "cinema look". Not yet an alternative to a good camcorder but a great tool for creative work (expecially considering the price). I really like this camera.

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October 5th, 2008, 09:32 AM	#3
Don Miller Major Player Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Chicago Posts: 706	I would buy a D90 for its qualities as a still camera. Have you looked at Canon and Sony single chip camcorders? Very nice and very small. There are plenty of clips and reviews of teh D90 video feature. Why not look for yourself and decide if the quality is good enough for your purposes?