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I have not seen anyone so far who claims to want the current video capability on their Dxxx/Dxxxx camera. I am sure their are some folks who use it from time to time but I think most serious still photographers find little use for the capability as it now stands.
So, why would Nikon decide to include a little used feature and one that most feel needs significant improvement to make it a useable product? What's in it for Nikon? Would folks switch to Canon or other brands if Nikon eliminated video from say the D7000 and up?
I think it's summed up by the old comedy phrase...
"never mind the quality, feel the width"
It's all about 'fit for purpose' and I am afraid 'it will do' is the more common order of the day.
The general populous are getting dumber and less discerning. Just look at tv programmes for evidence. It's all sensationalism and little sensitivity.
So Nikon are going with the flow.
But there is also the commercial media world to consider.
The single skilled reporter is a thing of the past. Now they need to do stills, films and the copy....to save money.
Beyond that, you might argue that it's in the industry's further interest to 'better equip the general public'. They already get free footage and snaps from phones. So getting even wobbly HD results sent in for free is an improvement.
Just my two cents.
Last edited on Wed Jul 18th, 2012 12:02 by Eric
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