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08-17-2010, 12:26 PM   #1
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myth: video mode bad for K-x sensor?

Hi All,

I am under the impression that video mode heats up the CMOS sensor which reduces its useful life, that's why older point and shoot Canons has video mode limited to 30sec

is there any truth to this?

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08-17-2010, 01:12 PM   #2
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Obviously, extended operation can't be healthy for the sensor, but I don't think it's damaging enough to the point where you want to avoid videa under normal circumstances.

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Video is essentially an extension of live view mode. Just like in live view, the sensor is always exposed and transmitting data. The only difference is that in video mode that data is recorded. I'm sure there's alot more people using the camera in LV mode than in video mode, so I'd say you have nothing to worry about.
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