which 30mm adapter to gbuy for my Canon XH-A1s ? at DVinfo.net

Wajahat Abbasi · August 10th, 2009, 12:40 PM

i know nothing about adopters but i have heard these 35mm adapters like Letus35 can do wonders for you ? is that true?

i have a canon xl2 and xh-a1s ... where do i get some info on what these adapters and which one to buy and if they are really useful

tanks

Chris Barcellos · August 10th, 2009, 01:49 PM

Here: Alternative Imaging Methods - The Digital Video Information Network

Sean Finnegan · August 17th, 2009, 02:18 PM

35mm adapters are expensive pieces of gear and they require a lot of technical knowledge to use well, so I'd HIGHLY recommend reading a lot about them and asking many questions before you decide to purchase one. However, what you hear is generally correct. While a 35mm won't make up for poor cinematography (good lighting and composition trumps having a 35mm adapter), a knowledgeable user can get some absolutely gorgeous footage from 35mm adapters.

The big companies in the 35mm adapter market are Shoot35 (SGblade), Cinevate (Brevis), Letus (Letus), Redrock Micro (m2). There are many other lower budget manufacturers, but I own a SGblade and wouldn't trade it for anything. Since 35mm adapters are a niche market, it's absolutely key to go with a company that has a good service and support program.

I can't emphasize it any more: research 35mm adapters before you purchase one. You need to have a great understanding of the 35mm adapter mechanics, parts, lenses, and manipulation of light to really be able to use one well. But go on Vimeo and check out the footage from the SGblade, or the Letus Extreme/Ultimate, and you'll find some great looking footage.

Personally, I use the SGblade with my Canon XH-A1. After spending a lot of time looking at footage, I found that the SGblade has a great working relationship with the XH-A1, and a lot of users find the same thing. The SGblade, for whatever reason, seems to produce a great look with the XH-A1.

Chris Hurd · August 17th, 2009, 03:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chris Barcellos

Here: Alternative Imaging Methods - The Digital Video Information Network

That forum is one of our best achievements... the 35mm adapter was born on DV Info Net;
the concept started right here. There's no better place to research this particular topic.

Feel free to pick up the conversation there.

August 10th, 2009, 12:40 PM	#1
Wajahat Abbasi Regular Crew Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: NY, NY Posts: 138	which 30mm adapter to gbuy for my Canon XH-A1s ? i know nothing about adopters but i have heard these 35mm adapters like Letus35 can do wonders for you ? is that true? i have a canon xl2 and xh-a1s ... where do i get some info on what these adapters and which one to buy and if they are really useful tanks __________________ Canon XL2, 20X zoom and 3X wide-angle, , Sony Wireless UHFs UWP-C1 and UWP-C2 , Manfrotto 503 head on 351 tripod , Glidecam 4000 Pro w/Glidecam Smooth Shooter

August 10th, 2009, 01:49 PM	#2
Chris Barcellos Inner Circle Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Elk Grove CA Posts: 6,838	Here: Alternative Imaging Methods - The Digital Video Information Network __________________ Chris J. Barcellos

August 17th, 2009, 02:18 PM	#3
Sean Finnegan Regular Crew Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SF Posts: 54	35mm adapters are expensive pieces of gear and they require a lot of technical knowledge to use well, so I'd HIGHLY recommend reading a lot about them and asking many questions before you decide to purchase one. However, what you hear is generally correct. While a 35mm won't make up for poor cinematography (good lighting and composition trumps having a 35mm adapter), a knowledgeable user can get some absolutely gorgeous footage from 35mm adapters. The big companies in the 35mm adapter market are Shoot35 (SGblade), Cinevate (Brevis), Letus (Letus), Redrock Micro (m2). There are many other lower budget manufacturers, but I own a SGblade and wouldn't trade it for anything. Since 35mm adapters are a niche market, it's absolutely key to go with a company that has a good service and support program. I can't emphasize it any more: research 35mm adapters before you purchase one. You need to have a great understanding of the 35mm adapter mechanics, parts, lenses, and manipulation of light to really be able to use one well. But go on Vimeo and check out the footage from the SGblade, or the Letus Extreme/Ultimate, and you'll find some great looking footage. Personally, I use the SGblade with my Canon XH-A1. After spending a lot of time looking at footage, I found that the SGblade has a great working relationship with the XH-A1, and a lot of users find the same thing. The SGblade, for whatever reason, seems to produce a great look with the XH-A1. __________________ Sean Finnegan, cinematographer imfinnegan.tumblr.com // ign.com