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Least Expensive 24p Digital Camera

The Canon PowerShot A1200 is the least expensive 24p HD capable digital cameras we've seen at $69.00.

24p refers to 24 frames per second. This is highly sought after by video enthusiasts as it helps get that film-look since films are traditionally shot at 24 frames per second. It is often touted as a affordable alternative to shooting film. There are now many digital cameras capable of shooting 24p at both 720p and 1080p full HD. 24p frame rates are the most flexible for converting to other common frame rates (creating DVDs, NTSC TV broadcast and native display on HDTVs).

Advantages of 24p Video

• For a given bit rate more space is available per frame improving quality
• Film look is much more aesthetically pleasing
• Converts well to other formats and can be displayed natively on HDTVs
• Can be recorded natively to DVDs
• Post frame-by-frame animating/keying/painting/etc is less expensive with less frames

Disadvantages of 24p Video

• Does not handle motion as well as faster frame rates - camera panning and subject movement must be considered and coordinated.
• The film look is not favored by news outlets who prefer a video/reality look that they feel provides more realism.
• Requires newer video editing software as older software was not setup for 24p.

24p Example

24p Video shot on a Canon 5dMkII.

Best DSLRs that Shoot 24p

These are some of the best SLRs that shoot 24p HD video

	Nikon D800 from $2,999	Low noise at high ISO 2,853 ISO Great image quality 95.0 High true resolution 36.2 MP Learn more about the Nikon D800
	Nikon D4 from $5,999	Low noise at high ISO 2,965 ISO Great image quality 89.0 Great color depth 24.7 bits Learn more about the Nikon D4
	Canon EOS 5D Mark III from $3,499	Low noise at high ISO 2,293 ISO Great image quality 81.0 Large screen 3.2" Learn more about the Canon EOS 5D Mark III
	Sony SLT SLT A77 from $1,398	Great color depth 24 bits Wide dynamic range 13.2 EV Great image quality 78.0 Learn more about the Sony SLT-A77

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Best Digicams that Shoot 24p

The following are the best digicams that shoot 24p HD video

	Canon Powershot S100 from $356	Wide aperture f/2.0 Large sensor 1/1.8" 7.5x5.5mm High true resolution 12 MP Learn more about the Canon Powershot S100
	Canon Powershot SX40 from $347	Great zoom 35x Flip-out screen Great for movies 24p movies For that film look Learn more about the Canon Powershot SX40
	Canon PowerShot G12 from $390	Flip-out screen Great for movies Large sensor 1/1.7" 7.6x5.7mm 24p movies For that film look Learn more about the Canon PowerShot G12
	Canon PowerShot S95 from $340	Wide aperture f/2.0 Large sensor 1/1.7" 7.6x5.7mm 24p movies For that film look Learn more about the Canon PowerShot S95

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