SRV1981

I appreciate the perspectives!

What budget?   $5K

What focal length needed? up to 200m for Sports and regular 25-90 for video     

Do you need 4k?   Yes

Do you use the whole range of 50-140mm? Yes, for sports its imperative

Do you want the camera to track the subject across the frame on its own? Yes!

For video I'd go either to a X-T3 with it's beautiful IQ or A6600 for tracking autofocus - My only concern is lowlight even in video performance, for someone who won't be rigging my gear or using lighting for personal narrative, family events, sports, documentary type stuff I need more of a run/gun low light camera

You might get the DSLR with lens for around 1500$, and the Sony with the upcoming Tamron 70-180mm for around 2500$. Owning two different 70-200mm lenses might feel a bit strange though. I don't need two long lenses - just for photography; for video I think getting primes makes more sense due to getting better aperture (1.8, 2.0, etc.)

Question:  What would be the best single system for autotracking photo/video, can be handheld, is great in lowlight, and has good images (color/rolloff) SOOC?  What would be a great combo to achieve both; 1 for photo 1 for video?

thanks all - some good stuff to consider; unlimited options.

I'll start as follows:

1. Get the most out of my current x-t2.  The 50-140 2.8 seems like the best for indoor sports venues and I'll have to see how to balance SS and ISO.  If that doesn't cut it..

2. What system can be used for both photo/video handheld that can do well in lowlight, shoot moving subjects (track and field), and record video $5K and under?

3. What two systems would you go for to separate video/photo with the above needs?

I am not shooting weddings or professional sports etc. but would like high quality options.  I think of this as an exercise in problem solving.

Needs:

1. Good image quality (color, rolloff) SOOC

2. low light performance

3. AF performance

4. Handheld shooting mostly (IBIS preferable but maybe OIS lenses can be adequate?)

Is it better to look for 2 different cameras?  One for video and one for photography?

I appreciate the feedback.  I don't need to be a pro but I am looking for a system that is an upgrade from the x-t2 in terms of low-light auto focus in photos, low-light in general, can be done handheld without the need for a gimbal and doesn't need a rig to get images in video and photo that are above the x-t2 - it doesn't need to be a $10k system; $5k and below for the body would be suitable.

Thanks Andrew!  I need AF for sure, especially with faster more erratic moving subjects.  

Greetings,

I am an enthusiast/casual user and originally purchased the X-T2 because I loved the video images I was seeing early on.  One of the bigger lessons I have learned for photography/film since then is that many of the skilled and professional users here and elsewhere who release photo and video are not only artistic but also highly competent in using equipment.  I, however, realize that I feel most comfortable bare bones due to level of interest and time constraint.  Therefore, trying to get lowlight video and photo or certain looks SOOC is both limited by my knowledge base and hardware, including software capabilities.

I'd like to find a retailer who takes trade ins and swap for a system that is more friendly for the following needs:

1. Fast-moving objects in poorly lit environments like a gymnasium or indoor stadium (I tried shooting 50-140 lens on X-T2 at 2.8 and needed the ISO over 6400 and SS at over 1000th to get a few in focus - the rest were out of focus and dark/blurry)

2. Video in similar conditions to #1

3. SOOC video that has good highlight roll-off, color, contrast, etc. (I will get crucified but "filmic" still is an adjective that I feel is appropriate when I see some of the video posts here)

I am not sure the GH5 or X-T3 suffice as maybe some of the limitations I am experiencing are due to the smaller system?

I am sure there are parts of this discussion I am missing but that will come up with further dialogue.  Thanks in advance for suggestions!