Originally posted by thazooo If I want video, that's what the Camcorders for.
True, but even camcorders are now replaced by smart phones. As I teach both photography and video, I agree camcorders are easier to use than DSLRs, but DSLRs create better videos because:
a) No motorized zoom function=no ugly zooming in the videos.
b) Less effective AF=more manual focusing without the focus searching in the video.
c) Better optics and low light capability=better bokeh with larger apertures and sensors.
Most photographers never use the video function on their DSLRs and most videographers rarely use the still photo function on their DSLRs, but as much as I like the idea of the Nikon Df, I think it would bother me if my DSLR had no video capability. (I'm a flip phone convertee that can't give up my smart phone. Free light meter apps!!!)