Help for novice camera operators at DVinfo.net

Henry Gray · November 20th, 2006, 08:53 AM

I have just taken delivery of my new Canon XL2.

I would class myself as a novice as I have no formal training in video or
filming.
The problem I am having with my new camera is what do all the settings
do ie.- GAMMA, KNEE, BLACK STRETCH, COLOUR MATRIX, COLOUR PHASE, CORING, MASTER PEDISTAL, 12 or 16 bit AUDIO, the description given in the instruction manual is very basic and does not explain why we should adjust these settings.

Having moved up from still photography I understand all about speed, exposure and depth of field but I am lost when it comes to video terminology.

Many of us out here are novices and it would be very helpfull if we could have a site which would explain what it does and why and when we should use these adjustments.

I have been using an XL1s for several years but the XL2 is a totaly new ball game.

I am sure many others using this site would love to learn more about how to get the best
from this superb camers.

Chris Hurd · November 20th, 2006, 09:36 AM

Run, don't walk, to DV Creators and watch their online XL2 features tour.

The link is http://www.dvcreators.net/canon-xl2/

It's a QuickTime 7 file. Hope this helps,

Tim Bickford · November 20th, 2006, 05:32 PM

Henry-

Hello - Congrats on the XL2. I was in your boat 15 months ago. It takes a while to get the hang of it. There are some very talented people in this forum that can teach you a lot. I'm still learning.....

I recommend the Ultimate Guide to the XL2 http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/cont...cessory_detail

It's a good place to start.

Tim

Julian Fox · November 20th, 2006, 07:17 PM

Is there a PAL version of that DVD?

Henry Gray · November 21st, 2006, 01:46 AM

Thanks Tim this DVD is exactly what I am looking for.

Julian you say their is a PAL version, do you know of a dealer in the UK where I can buy this DVD.
B&H want over $26 to post to UK

Many thanks

Henry Gray · November 21st, 2006, 03:24 AM

Sorry Julian having re read your post you are asking the same question
as I am.

Tim Bickford · November 21st, 2006, 06:23 AM

Henry-

If you can get the DVD it's well worth it. There is certinly a lot to digest. The important part is just to have fun with it.

Take care...

Mike Teutsch · November 21st, 2006, 06:38 AM

Henry, guys,

Do what Chris said and go to DV Creators and watch and save their XL2 Features Tour Movie. It is about a half hour long and is far superior to the Ultimate Guide to the XL2 DVD. And, it's FREE!

I used to have both, and I sold the DVD. I will keep the DV Creators movie on my computer. The Ultimate Guide to the XL2 was very disapointing.

Mike

Greg Boston · November 21st, 2006, 07:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chris Hurd

Run, don't walk, to DV Creators and watch their online XL2 features tour.

The link is http://www.dvcreators.net/canon-xl2/

It's a QuickTime 7 file. Hope this helps,

And when you're done there, stop by and read these pages. A much better explanation than the owner's manual.

http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/co...10350&pageno=2

http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/co...10350&pageno=4

Should help get you up to speed.

Congrats on your new XL2, it's an awesome camera.

-gb-

November 20th, 2006, 08:53 AM	#1
Henry Gray Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Selkirk, Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK Posts: 60	Help for novice camera operators I have just taken delivery of my new Canon XL2. I would class myself as a novice as I have no formal training in video or filming. The problem I am having with my new camera is what do all the settings do ie.- GAMMA, KNEE, BLACK STRETCH, COLOUR MATRIX, COLOUR PHASE, CORING, MASTER PEDISTAL, 12 or 16 bit AUDIO, the description given in the instruction manual is very basic and does not explain why we should adjust these settings. Having moved up from still photography I understand all about speed, exposure and depth of field but I am lost when it comes to video terminology. Many of us out here are novices and it would be very helpfull if we could have a site which would explain what it does and why and when we should use these adjustments. I have been using an XL1s for several years but the XL2 is a totaly new ball game. I am sure many others using this site would love to learn more about how to get the best from this superb camers. __________________ henry g

November 20th, 2006, 09:36 AM	#2
Chris Hurd Obstreperous Rex Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: San Marcos, TX Posts: 27,368 Images: 513	Run, don't walk, to DV Creators and watch their online XL2 features tour. The link is http://www.dvcreators.net/canon-xl2/ It's a QuickTime 7 file. Hope this helps, __________________ CH Search DV Info Net \| 20 years of DVi \| ...Tuesday is Soylent Green Day!

November 20th, 2006, 05:32 PM	#3
Tim Bickford Major Player Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 448	Henry- Hello - Congrats on the XL2. I was in your boat 15 months ago. It takes a while to get the hang of it. There are some very talented people in this forum that can teach you a lot. I'm still learning..... I recommend the Ultimate Guide to the XL2 http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/cont...cessory_detail It's a good place to start. Tim __________________ Tim Bickford

November 21st, 2006, 01:46 AM	#5
Henry Gray Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Selkirk, Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK Posts: 60	Thanks Tim this DVD is exactly what I am looking for. Julian you say their is a PAL version, do you know of a dealer in the UK where I can buy this DVD. B&H want over $26 to post to UK Many thanks __________________ henry g

November 21st, 2006, 03:24 AM	#6
Henry Gray Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Selkirk, Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK Posts: 60	Sorry Julian having re read your post you are asking the same question as I am. __________________ henry g

November 20th, 2006, 07:17 PM	#4
Julian Fox New Boot Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ashford, Middlesex (England) Posts: 22	Is there a PAL version of that DVD?

November 21st, 2006, 06:23 AM	#7
Tim Bickford Major Player Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 448	Henry- If you can get the DVD it's well worth it. There is certinly a lot to digest. The important part is just to have fun with it. Take care... __________________ Tim Bickford

November 21st, 2006, 06:38 AM	#8
Mike Teutsch Inner Circle Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Port St. Lucie, Florida Posts: 2,614	Henry, guys, Do what Chris said and go to DV Creators and watch and save their XL2 Features Tour Movie. It is about a half hour long and is far superior to the Ultimate Guide to the XL2 DVD. And, it's FREE! I used to have both, and I sold the DVD. I will keep the DV Creators movie on my computer. The Ultimate Guide to the XL2 was very disapointing. Mike __________________ Chapter one, line one. The BH.