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Terry Lee · September 6th, 2009, 08:32 PM

I am considering the purchase of a Brevis Mp.1 but understand that the Mp.1 is an older model and the Mp.2 is the latest model. I have been searching for statistics to make my own comparisons but I can't find anything on the Mp.1

If someone can tell me the difference, or more importantly any disadvantages that would come with having an older model that would be great!

Thanks,
Terry.

David W. Jones · September 7th, 2009, 06:06 AM

Your image will be upside down with this.

You will get a little better quality when you get into the flip module.

Terry Lee · September 7th, 2009, 09:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by David W. Jones

Your image will be upside down with this.

You will get a little better quality when you get into the flip module.

I'll be using it with the HV30. I can use the flip hack.

What do you mean by better quality?

David W. Jones · September 7th, 2009, 12:09 PM

The Flip module comes with a newer higher quality achromat.

Terry Lee · September 7th, 2009, 08:08 PM

Alright thanks David.

Terry Lee · September 8th, 2009, 10:56 PM

Would anyone agree that an MP.1 with CF1 Nikon mount Cinevate Rails System: 45cm Full Rails Kit, Cinevate Proteus Shoulder Mount Pad, Cinevate 2 Stage Adjustable Mattebox is worth $1100?

I would say so. But I've never been the market for any of this stuff until now.

David W. Jones · September 9th, 2009, 05:23 AM

As far as used value, I wouldn't think demand for an earlier version of a lens adapter would be all that high, at least in my book. I have thought about selling my Brevis flip before they are worthless. IMHO, investing in a 35mm DOF adapter today is a mistake, when for the same cash you can purchase an HDSLR that will give all around better results.

Terry Lee · September 9th, 2009, 11:11 PM

Before I posted about this adapter I haven't really looked into the HDSLR cameras at all. I've been on and off AbleCine and other threads in this forum reading about them and am quite impressed. My opinion is that right now the D90, 5D and GH1 are some of the leading cameras in the digital video world. This opinion is bassed upon the larger sensor, the full HD capability along with all the frame rates you would want and the fact that you can slap on any lens you want. They even make a PL mount so you can slap Ziess lenses on one. Its amazing that still frame cameras have most of our leading HD cameras in a check mate.

So in other words, point well taken. I can get a D90 for about $1100. Toss me some rails and a matte box on there and I got a pretty decent looking rig save an LCD monitor.

David W. Jones · September 10th, 2009, 06:06 AM

Yep, I picked up a GH1 for $1500 that will shoot 1080/720 HD, beautiful 12MP pics,
has wonderful control over depth of field, and can use just about any lens ever made.

No DOF adapter light loss, no extra weight or bazooka length to deal with, no dust getting into the ground glass of the adapter, no ground glass grain pattern, no setup issues with adjusting focus, X/Y positioning, ground glass alignment, or limitations to the f-stop you can use.

Is it the perfect solution?
No!
But in my book, it is a much more versatile tool than a DOF adapter for the same cash.

Terry Lee · September 10th, 2009, 07:37 AM

I forgot a couple things. What about sound? and how do these cameras capture? I have a JuicedLink pre amp that I use to attach my microphones. Can I also do that with one of the HDSLR cameras?

David W. Jones · September 10th, 2009, 08:43 AM

If sound is needed on a shoot I will use either my XH-A1, Zoom H4N, or Macbook Pro with MOTU Traveler, depending on the need.

Terry Lee · September 10th, 2009, 09:11 AM

So there is no way to use XLR grade microphones with these cameras?

David W. Jones · September 10th, 2009, 12:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Terry Lee

So there is no way to use XLR grade microphones with these cameras?

Yes there is, I just prefer not to.

September 6th, 2009, 08:32 PM	#1
Terry Lee Major Player Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 691	Brevis Mp.1 Mp.2 I am considering the purchase of a Brevis Mp.1 but understand that the Mp.1 is an older model and the Mp.2 is the latest model. I have been searching for statistics to make my own comparisons but I can't find anything on the Mp.1 If someone can tell me the difference, or more importantly any disadvantages that would come with having an older model that would be great! Thanks, Terry. __________________ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=38313004

September 7th, 2009, 08:08 PM	#5
Terry Lee Major Player Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 691	Alright thanks David. __________________ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=38313004

September 8th, 2009, 10:56 PM	#6
Terry Lee Major Player Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 691	Would anyone agree that an MP.1 with CF1 Nikon mount Cinevate Rails System: 45cm Full Rails Kit, Cinevate Proteus Shoulder Mount Pad, Cinevate 2 Stage Adjustable Mattebox is worth $1100? I would say so. But I've never been the market for any of this stuff until now. __________________ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=38313004

September 9th, 2009, 11:11 PM	#8
Terry Lee Major Player Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 691	Before I posted about this adapter I haven't really looked into the HDSLR cameras at all. I've been on and off AbleCine and other threads in this forum reading about them and am quite impressed. My opinion is that right now the D90, 5D and GH1 are some of the leading cameras in the digital video world. This opinion is bassed upon the larger sensor, the full HD capability along with all the frame rates you would want and the fact that you can slap on any lens you want. They even make a PL mount so you can slap Ziess lenses on one. Its amazing that still frame cameras have most of our leading HD cameras in a check mate. So in other words, point well taken. I can get a D90 for about $1100. Toss me some rails and a matte box on there and I got a pretty decent looking rig save an LCD monitor. __________________ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=38313004

September 10th, 2009, 07:37 AM	#10
Terry Lee Major Player Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 691	I forgot a couple things. What about sound? and how do these cameras capture? I have a JuicedLink pre amp that I use to attach my microphones. Can I also do that with one of the HDSLR cameras? __________________ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=38313004

September 7th, 2009, 06:06 AM	#2
David W. Jones Trustee Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Little Rock Posts: 1,383	Your image will be upside down with this. You will get a little better quality when you get into the flip module.

September 7th, 2009, 12:09 PM	#4
David W. Jones Trustee Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Little Rock Posts: 1,383	The Flip module comes with a newer higher quality achromat.

September 9th, 2009, 05:23 AM	#7
David W. Jones Trustee Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Little Rock Posts: 1,383	As far as used value, I wouldn't think demand for an earlier version of a lens adapter would be all that high, at least in my book. I have thought about selling my Brevis flip before they are worthless. IMHO, investing in a 35mm DOF adapter today is a mistake, when for the same cash you can purchase an HDSLR that will give all around better results.

September 10th, 2009, 06:06 AM	#9
David W. Jones Trustee Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Little Rock Posts: 1,383	Yep, I picked up a GH1 for $1500 that will shoot 1080/720 HD, beautiful 12MP pics, has wonderful control over depth of field, and can use just about any lens ever made. No DOF adapter light loss, no extra weight or bazooka length to deal with, no dust getting into the ground glass of the adapter, no ground glass grain pattern, no setup issues with adjusting focus, X/Y positioning, ground glass alignment, or limitations to the f-stop you can use. Is it the perfect solution? No! But in my book, it is a much more versatile tool than a DOF adapter for the same cash.

September 10th, 2009, 08:43 AM	#11
David W. Jones Trustee Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Little Rock Posts: 1,383	If sound is needed on a shoot I will use either my XH-A1, Zoom H4N, or Macbook Pro with MOTU Traveler, depending on the need.

September 10th, 2009, 09:11 AM	#12
Terry Lee Major Player Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 691	So there is no way to use XLR grade microphones with these cameras? __________________ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=38313004