Agility

If you actually used a video camera, you understand that you need to be free to move with the camera. A sony camcorder power cord is somewhat of a hindrance when you’re shooting. You don’t see cameramen running around with a bunch cords hanging out from the camera. First of all, it can be a hazard to your actors. And secondly, it limits your shooting field.

My friend did have to use her power cord extension when her battery died. It sucked. Basically, she considered the camera a total loss after that since buying a new battery was a price of another camera!

You can have the option of filming using a wall outlet. But 99% of the time, you use the battery pack.

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