Looking at getting into self filming need help!! Please

[Cript2014]

Ok so I’m trying to do my reaseach on cameras for self filming. Wile doing so I see most on here talk about the g20, g30, and the g40. I was looking at the g40 but, then came across this one. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B077NJR9F8/ref=psdcmw_172421_t3_B00C3R14J4?th=1&psc=1
I was wondering from those of you that self film and use these cameras can you tell me from a user perspective what the differences are? This camera looks to be the same as the g40 just without the WiFi. The g30 is discontinued and I don’t want to buy one that is discounted now, and in two years have something go wrong and not be able to get parts or get it fixed if I break it. Not sure yet what I’m going with just looking at suggestions from those of you that do film. I hunt hard and long and I’m ruff on my gear. I don’t live where it gets to cold (high20s at worst) For the season. Rain is a big factor though bc I do like hunting in the rain for scent control, so I also want to know how y’all keep it dry other than a tree umbrella. Also battery life do you guys take multiple batteries or just turn it on when deer are comming or at prime times? Thanks I know this is a lot of questions but these are things I’m trying to figure out before jumping into filming and not getting the right gear the first time. I also know a lot of y’all have done this so trying to learn from other people’s mistakes lol.

 

[FletchDeep]

I can't help much on info on that specific camera. I currently use a 4K capable DSLR, jumped from a cheap 1080HD camcorder, wish I would have stuck with a Camcorder instead of DSLR looking back now. The footage comes out great, don't get me wrong, its just harder to operate the camera especially in the heat of the moment. Certain editing softwares take an eternity to edit 4k footage, just do your homework if you go that route.

As far as filming in the rain you can always slide a gallon ziploc baggie over the camera if you don't want to use a tree umbrella.

Batteries - I do take a backup, I rarely need it. I try and keep the camera either off when not filming or at least in sleep mode. Just make sure you charge your primary battery before you go out. Unless you're seeing an ungodly amount of game or just filming a bunch of worthless annoying B-roll you will be fine.

Camera Arm / Base - don't skimp out in this department. There's nothing more frustrating than not being able to get it completely level and having the arm want to walk on its own when you let go of it to draw your bow. I Had the muddy outfitter base and arm in the past, Hated the base didn't mind the arm itself. Have an Out-On-A-Limb base now that I use with my muddy arm, works great, packs up to a quarter of the size, and much less weight, and most importantly will level in any situation imaginable.

 

[Cript2014]

I can't help much on info on that specific camera. I currently use a 4K capable DSLR, jumped from a cheap 1080HD camcorder, wish I would have stuck with a Camcorder instead of DSLR looking back now. The footage comes out great, don't get me wrong, its just harder to operate the camera especially in the heat of the moment. Certain editing softwares take an eternity to edit 4k footage, just do your homework if you go that route.

As far as filming in the rain you can always slide a gallon ziploc baggie over the camera if you don't want to use a tree umbrella.

Batteries - I do take a backup, I rarely need it. I try and keep the camera either off when not filming or at least in sleep mode. Just make sure you charge your primary battery before you go out. Unless you're seeing an ungodly amount of game or just filming a bunch of worthless annoying B-roll you will be fine.

Camera Arm / Base - don't skimp out in this department. There's nothing more frustrating than not being able to get it completely level and having the arm want to walk on its own when you let go of it to draw your bow. I Had the muddy outfitter base and arm in the past, Hated the base didn't mind the arm itself. Have an Out-On-A-Limb base now that I use with my muddy arm, works great, packs up to a quarter of the size, and much less weight, and most importantly will level in any situation imaginable.

Awesome thanks I’m still looking at the arm figured I needed to find the camera then find the arm but I can definitely use this info thanks!