BMC 4k and data transfer? at DVinfo.net

Ron Wilk · July 4th, 2013, 12:04 PM

Hello,
I am on the ledge ... about to place an order for the BMC 4k but am curious about data transfer. BM sells a transfer dock but it connects via Thunderbolt. I use a 12 core Mac Pro that does not and cannot have Thunderbolt installed. Is there another effective means of transferring recorded data from the cam's SSD to the aforementioned computer?

Jeff Troiano · July 4th, 2013, 06:25 PM

Could install an esata card, and get an external dock for the SSD. I have 2 hooked up to my 8 core Mac Pro currently.

I have one of these

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

And one of these

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Great for swapping out drives.

Ron Wilk · July 5th, 2013, 08:23 AM

Thank you, good idea.
BTW, have you found an effective means of using the camera off sticks? Given the odd shape it appears that it would be difficult to hold, although, I have observed a BM cage for the cam that incorporates a handle.

Jeff Troiano · July 5th, 2013, 08:41 AM

I don't have the Cinema camera yet. I've preordered the pocket camera, and plan on getting the 2.5k version next spring. I have found a few solutions I like for that form factor though.

This being one of them

Quick Kit (BMC, Pro)

Ron Wilk · July 6th, 2013, 09:22 AM

Hi Jeff,
Thank you for the link.
I have a BM 4k on pre-order, as well as a Wooden Camera cage and handle, but this version of the WC cage and handle appears superior to the one suggested by the vender.

Jeff Troiano · July 6th, 2013, 10:46 AM

I received an email from Red Rock Micro yesterday, after posting a link for Wooden Camera. I like Red Rocks setup as well.

Studio Camera Rig for Blackmagic Design Cinema Camera | ultraCage Studio Bundle | Black Professional Series

Ron Wilk · July 6th, 2013, 11:23 AM

Hi Jeff,
I agree, the Red Rock looks interesting and is very similar to the Wooden Camera. However, it appears to offer more rigging options with a more affordable base MSRP. However, I suspect that once you begin adding the needed accessories to the a la carte list that the cost will add up. Anyway, I have no idea when the 4k will begin shipping or where I sit in the order cue, so I guess that I'll have some time to think about it.
Thanks for the video.
P.S. just completed calculations, and by adding the microBalance Plus battery plate, top handle and top plate (not clear if the bundle price includes same and if so, subtract $125 from the total below) brings the price to $1664.50. More costly than the Wooden Camera cage but appears to offer more flexibility and function.

July 4th, 2013, 12:04 PM	#1
Ron Wilk Major Player Join Date: May 2009 Location: Parkland Florida Posts: 407	BMC 4k and data transfer? Hello, I am on the ledge ... about to place an order for the BMC 4k but am curious about data transfer. BM sells a transfer dock but it connects via Thunderbolt. I use a 12 core Mac Pro that does not and cannot have Thunderbolt installed. Is there another effective means of transferring recorded data from the cam's SSD to the aforementioned computer?

July 4th, 2013, 06:25 PM	#2
Jeff Troiano Major Player Join Date: May 2003 Location: Nashville TN Posts: 480	Re: BMC 4k and data transfer? Could install an esata card, and get an external dock for the SSD. I have 2 hooked up to my 8 core Mac Pro currently. I have one of these http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 And one of these http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Great for swapping out drives. __________________ You motorboating SOB!

July 5th, 2013, 08:23 AM	#3
Ron Wilk Major Player Join Date: May 2009 Location: Parkland Florida Posts: 407	Re: BMC 4k and data transfer? Thank you, good idea. BTW, have you found an effective means of using the camera off sticks? Given the odd shape it appears that it would be difficult to hold, although, I have observed a BM cage for the cam that incorporates a handle.

July 5th, 2013, 08:41 AM	#4
Jeff Troiano Major Player Join Date: May 2003 Location: Nashville TN Posts: 480	Re: BMC 4k and data transfer? I don't have the Cinema camera yet. I've preordered the pocket camera, and plan on getting the 2.5k version next spring. I have found a few solutions I like for that form factor though. This being one of them Quick Kit (BMC, Pro) __________________ You motorboating SOB!

July 6th, 2013, 09:22 AM	#5
Ron Wilk Major Player Join Date: May 2009 Location: Parkland Florida Posts: 407	Re: BMC 4k and data transfer? Hi Jeff, Thank you for the link. I have a BM 4k on pre-order, as well as a Wooden Camera cage and handle, but this version of the WC cage and handle appears superior to the one suggested by the vender.

July 6th, 2013, 10:46 AM	#6
Jeff Troiano Major Player Join Date: May 2003 Location: Nashville TN Posts: 480	Re: BMC 4k and data transfer? I received an email from Red Rock Micro yesterday, after posting a link for Wooden Camera. I like Red Rocks setup as well. Studio Camera Rig for Blackmagic Design Cinema Camera \| ultraCage Studio Bundle \| Black Professional Series ultraCage Black Professional Series Rig for Blackmagic 2K Cinema and 4K Production Camera on Vimeo __________________ You motorboating SOB!

July 6th, 2013, 11:23 AM	#7
Ron Wilk Major Player Join Date: May 2009 Location: Parkland Florida Posts: 407	Re: BMC 4k and data transfer? Hi Jeff, I agree, the Red Rock looks interesting and is very similar to the Wooden Camera. However, it appears to offer more rigging options with a more affordable base MSRP. However, I suspect that once you begin adding the needed accessories to the a la carte list that the cost will add up. Anyway, I have no idea when the 4k will begin shipping or where I sit in the order cue, so I guess that I'll have some time to think about it. Thanks for the video. P.S. just completed calculations, and by adding the microBalance Plus battery plate, top handle and top plate (not clear if the bundle price includes same and if so, subtract $125 from the total below) brings the price to $1664.50. More costly than the Wooden Camera cage but appears to offer more flexibility and function. Last edited by Ron Wilk; July 6th, 2013 at 02:20 PM.