Position Preset at DVinfo.net

Thijo van Beek · December 6th, 2007, 12:33 PM

I just received and watched the "Ultimate Guide XL2" DVD,
but still have a question:
It's about the position preset on the 20x lens.
Suppose you use the focus-option
1) You focus on a subject far away, then move the "on-set"button to set.
2) You focus on another object closer.
The to get the focus to the point set before, I have to use the "on-set"button,
and move that to On.
But this goes very fast, and on the DVD it shows it can be done slow to.
Same thing with the zoom.
When I use my Manfrotto lanc controler, the focus as wel as the zoom go behind the set-point.
Same with both zoom rockers.
When I use the "on-set"button it goes to fast for me,
and the camera always moves alittle, by touching the lens.
The DVD does not explain that to me.
The XL2 manual neather.
Can somebody else explain it to a Dutchman?
How do I use this better, I like the possibility on the cam so much!

Chris Hurd · December 6th, 2007, 12:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Thijo van Beek

When I use the "on-set"button it goes to fast for me,

Menu > Camera Setup > F Speed Pset > Low.

Although many people agree that even the "low" setting is still too fast.

Quote:

and the camera always moves alittle, by touching the lens.

It's an unfortunate consequence which severely limits the usefulness of this feature.

Thijo van Beek · December 6th, 2007, 01:25 PM

How would the world look like without you, Chris? Thanks again!

"Although many people agree that even the "low" setting is still too fast."
I just tried, and yes, it's still much too fast. Faster then shown on the DVD...

"It's an unfortunate consequence which severely limits the usefulness of this feature."
That's a pitty, I liked it so much.

Sorry I quote this way, I don't see a "Quote" button.

Ah, Now I saw the button..,

Jarrod Whaley · December 8th, 2007, 02:24 PM

I agree with what Chris said, though the position presets can still be useful if you find yourself needing to return to some exact focal plane or focal length between shots, when the tape isn't rolling. It's not a situation that occurs every day, but every now and then it does come in handy.

December 6th, 2007, 12:33 PM	#1
Thijo van Beek Regular Crew Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Holland Posts: 45	Position Preset I just received and watched the "Ultimate Guide XL2" DVD, but still have a question: It's about the position preset on the 20x lens. Suppose you use the focus-option 1) You focus on a subject far away, then move the "on-set"button to set. 2) You focus on another object closer. The to get the focus to the point set before, I have to use the "on-set"button, and move that to On. But this goes very fast, and on the DVD it shows it can be done slow to. Same thing with the zoom. When I use my Manfrotto lanc controler, the focus as wel as the zoom go behind the set-point. Same with both zoom rockers. When I use the "on-set"button it goes to fast for me, and the camera always moves alittle, by touching the lens. The DVD does not explain that to me. The XL2 manual neather. Can somebody else explain it to a Dutchman? How do I use this better, I like the possibility on the cam so much! __________________ Thijo (PAL)Camera's, editing software, computer are there. Now the skills...

December 6th, 2007, 01:25 PM	#3
Thijo van Beek Regular Crew Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Holland Posts: 45	How would the world look like without you, Chris? Thanks again! "Although many people agree that even the "low" setting is still too fast." I just tried, and yes, it's still much too fast. Faster then shown on the DVD... "It's an unfortunate consequence which severely limits the usefulness of this feature." That's a pitty, I liked it so much. Sorry I quote this way, I don't see a "Quote" button. Ah, Now I saw the button.., __________________ Thijo (PAL)Camera's, editing software, computer are there. Now the skills... Last edited by Thijo van Beek; December 6th, 2007 at 01:26 PM. Reason: I'm sooo slow

December 8th, 2007, 02:24 PM	#4
Jarrod Whaley Major Player Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: chattanooga, tn Posts: 721	I agree with what Chris said, though the position presets can still be useful if you find yourself needing to return to some exact focal plane or focal length between shots, when the tape isn't rolling. It's not a situation that occurs every day, but every now and then it does come in handy. __________________ -->jarrod whaley. www.oakstreetfilms.com