News posts from 2003 Q1

Don Berube · February 8th, 2003, 09:26 AM

Hi Ken,

Thank you for the heads-up,,, that should be an excellent resource for many of us. Would you be so kind as to maybe keep us posted when the article does come online?

Many thanks!

- don

Dylan Couper · February 8th, 2003, 10:44 AM

I had a hard time accessing the site, but here's the info. Note, finally COLOUR OPTIONS!!!!
Dylan
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Panasonic has announced two new MiniDV camcorders into the Japanese Market. The first is the NV-GS70K, a three chip model and the second is the NV-GS50K which only includes one chip, but comes in four different colors.
The NV-GS70K include three chips, although we don't know their size or resolution. We do know however that the camcorder can record 1,280 x 960 pixel resolution stills to SD cards, and that it includes an 8 MB SD card. The camcorder also includes the Magic wand, which was provided with the US Panasonic PV-DV953. The wand functions as wired zoom and record controller. The camcorder can also record MPEG4 video to the SD card.

Panasonic Japan also announced the NV-GS50K, a single chip camcorder. The NV-GS50K also can record digital stills to SD cards, as well as MPEG video. It includes an 8 MB SD card. The NV-GS50K also comes in four colors including: a standard silver, a red, yellow and a blue color.

We were unable to get pricing or availability information on the camcorders or information on when they would be available in the US.

David Slingerland · February 10th, 2003, 09:07 AM

Does anyone have any upcoming NAB rumours,facts? any specials this year?
thanks for sharing the info

Jeff Donald · February 10th, 2003, 09:34 AM

It's a little early for rumors. Give it another few weeks.

Ken Tanaka · February 10th, 2003, 01:57 PM

An interesting news item on the abcdv.com site.

David Slingerland · February 10th, 2003, 02:11 PM

can i ask you then again jeff?
greetings

Ken Tanaka · February 12th, 2003, 12:17 AM

An interesting Jan. 27, 2003 article on Millimeter Magazine's site regarding the increasing popularity of The Orphanage's Magic Bullet Suite software.

Robert Poulton · February 12th, 2003, 05:45 PM

Very interesting. I was just wondering what cameras they were using. It didnt sound like MiniDV. And to my knowledge Magic Bullet doesn't support any camera lower than the Jvc Gy-dv500u. Their reason is the lack of resolution on the CCDs.

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"Since the final output for Chaiken Films and HBO/Cinemax was not to film, several options were possible for achieving a cinematic look. A progressive 30 frames per second was the chosen master. This offered a nice hybrid between the look of video and film—adding a smoother cadence to the final master," said Aaron Rhodes, Lead Magic Bullet Artist at The Orphanage.
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So why did they shoot it in 30p?
I thought from reading that 60i is the way to go. So then Post houses won't have any problems converting the footage to another format. So are there other DV cameras out there that do 30p? And if they didnt decide on mastering it to film, it sounds like what Mr. Rhodes is saying is that it doesnt matter what way you shoot it.

Rob

Ken Tanaka · February 13th, 2003, 12:54 AM

Robert,
MB is largely agnostic regarding the source of the footage. It's a suite of plug-ins for Adobe's After Effects 5.5. If you can get it into AE chances are that MB will be able to chew on it.

See their site for more info.

Chris Hurd · February 13th, 2003, 09:51 AM

I would have to say... keep an eye on Sony.

NLEguide.com · February 13th, 2003, 07:57 PM

The completely updated Pro Digital Camera Guide provides information on more than 100 broadcast and professional cameras and camcorders. It can be accessed free of charge at http://SYPHAonline.com.

The new edition offers a revised search page and additional search criteria including progressive frame rates and tapeless recording media.

Ken Tanaka · February 13th, 2003, 08:45 PM

A handy site. Thanks very much for that!

Dylan Couper · February 14th, 2003, 12:59 AM

Thanks for posting that. Saved me a lot of time doing research/direct comparisons on a few cameras. Good stuff!

Joe Carney · February 14th, 2003, 09:37 PM

For those worried about the state of SoFo and it's software, some relatively good news. Loss went from 47 down to 3 with strong sales of key products.

here is the link

http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/030214/140288_1.html

They are NOT selling Vegas. yeah!!!!

Don Parrish · February 15th, 2003, 06:22 PM

Although this is about a still camera, the technology is exciting and should soon spill over to video. Canon's new EOS-1DS is an 11 mega pixel still camera with the same frame size as 35mm film. The lenses used on the DSLR will have the same focal length as do the 35mm film cameras.

http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/canoneos1ds/

has some sample pics of the pro canon's ability and it is stunning to say the least. One shot of a ferris wheel type ride is beautiful. This camera has been out for a few months I know but I just got a look at it.

It seems to me technology for video cameras may come quicker than expected. 11 mega pixels at 8 frames per second, even for a still camera that is awesome.

I know we have wished them to death but isn't it about time we hear about upcoming technology for video cameras, how long has it been since the XL1S was announced.

February 8th, 2003, 09:26 AM	#46
Don Berube Moderator Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Boston, MA (travel frequently) Posts: 837	Hi Ken, Thank you for the heads-up,,, that should be an excellent resource for many of us. Would you be so kind as to maybe keep us posted when the article does come online? Many thanks! - don __________________ DONALD BERUBE - noisybrain. Productions, LLC Director Of Photography/ Producer/ Consultant http://noisybrain.com/donbio.html CREATE and NETWORK with http://www.bosfcpug.org and also http://fcpugnetwork.org

February 10th, 2003, 09:07 AM	#48
David Slingerland Major Player Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Soest ,Holland Posts: 307	NAB rumours? Does anyone have any upcoming NAB rumours,facts? any specials this year? thanks for sharing the info __________________ D.Slingerland director/cameraman http://www.slingerlandproductions.nl

February 10th, 2003, 09:34 AM	#49
Jeff Donald Warden Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Clearwater, FL Posts: 8,287	It's a little early for rumors. Give it another few weeks. __________________ Jeff Donald Carpe Diem Search DVinfo.net for quick answers \| Where to Buy? From the best in the business: DVinfo.net sponsors

February 10th, 2003, 01:57 PM	#50
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February 10th, 2003, 02:11 PM	#51
David Slingerland Major Player Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Soest ,Holland Posts: 307	can i ask you then again jeff? greetings __________________ D.Slingerland director/cameraman http://www.slingerlandproductions.nl

February 8th, 2003, 10:44 AM	#47
Dylan Couper Wrangler Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Vancouver, British Columbia Posts: 8,314	I had a hard time accessing the site, but here's the info. Note, finally COLOUR OPTIONS!!!! Dylan ************************* Panasonic has announced two new MiniDV camcorders into the Japanese Market. The first is the NV-GS70K, a three chip model and the second is the NV-GS50K which only includes one chip, but comes in four different colors. The NV-GS70K include three chips, although we don't know their size or resolution. We do know however that the camcorder can record 1,280 x 960 pixel resolution stills to SD cards, and that it includes an 8 MB SD card. The camcorder also includes the Magic wand, which was provided with the US Panasonic PV-DV953. The wand functions as wired zoom and record controller. The camcorder can also record MPEG4 video to the SD card. Panasonic Japan also announced the NV-GS50K, a single chip camcorder. The NV-GS50K also can record digital stills to SD cards, as well as MPEG video. It includes an 8 MB SD card. The NV-GS50K also comes in four colors including: a standard silver, a red, yellow and a blue color. We were unable to get pricing or availability information on the camcorders or information on when they would be available in the US.

February 12th, 2003, 12:17 AM	#52
Ken Tanaka Retired DV Info Net Almunus Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 6,943	Magic Bullet Suite Film Wins at Sundance An interesting Jan. 27, 2003 article on Millimeter Magazine's site regarding the increasing popularity of The Orphanage's Magic Bullet Suite software. __________________ Lady X Films: A lady with a boring wardrobe...and a global mission. Hey, you don't have enough stuff! Buy with confidence from our sponsors. Hand-picked as the best in the business...Really! See some of my work one frame at a time: www.KenTanaka.com

February 12th, 2003, 05:45 PM	#53
Robert Poulton Major Player Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 245	Very interesting. I was just wondering what cameras they were using. It didnt sound like MiniDV. And to my knowledge Magic Bullet doesn't support any camera lower than the Jvc Gy-dv500u. Their reason is the lack of resolution on the CCDs. ------- "Since the final output for Chaiken Films and HBO/Cinemax was not to film, several options were possible for achieving a cinematic look. A progressive 30 frames per second was the chosen master. This offered a nice hybrid between the look of video and film—adding a smoother cadence to the final master," said Aaron Rhodes, Lead Magic Bullet Artist at The Orphanage. -------- So why did they shoot it in 30p? I thought from reading that 60i is the way to go. So then Post houses won't have any problems converting the footage to another format. So are there other DV cameras out there that do 30p? And if they didnt decide on mastering it to film, it sounds like what Mr. Rhodes is saying is that it doesnt matter what way you shoot it. Rob

February 13th, 2003, 12:54 AM	#54
Ken Tanaka Retired DV Info Net Almunus Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 6,943	Robert, MB is largely agnostic regarding the source of the footage. It's a suite of plug-ins for Adobe's After Effects 5.5. If you can get it into AE chances are that MB will be able to chew on it. See their site for more info. __________________ Lady X Films: A lady with a boring wardrobe...and a global mission. Hey, you don't have enough stuff! Buy with confidence from our sponsors. Hand-picked as the best in the business...Really! See some of my work one frame at a time: www.KenTanaka.com

February 13th, 2003, 09:51 AM	#55
Chris Hurd Obstreperous Rex Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: San Marcos, TX Posts: 27,368 Images: 513	I would have to say... keep an eye on Sony. __________________ CH Search DV Info Net \| 20 years of DVi \| ...Tuesday is Soylent Green Day!

February 13th, 2003, 07:57 PM	#56
NLEguide.com New Boot Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: UK Posts: 6	New Edition of The Pro Digital Camera Guide The completely updated Pro Digital Camera Guide provides information on more than 100 broadcast and professional cameras and camcorders. It can be accessed free of charge at http://SYPHAonline.com. The new edition offers a revised search page and additional search criteria including progressive frame rates and tapeless recording media.

February 13th, 2003, 08:45 PM	#57
Ken Tanaka Retired DV Info Net Almunus Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 6,943	A handy site. Thanks very much for that! __________________ Lady X Films: A lady with a boring wardrobe...and a global mission. Hey, you don't have enough stuff! Buy with confidence from our sponsors. Hand-picked as the best in the business...Really! See some of my work one frame at a time: www.KenTanaka.com

February 14th, 2003, 12:59 AM	#58
Dylan Couper Wrangler Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Vancouver, British Columbia Posts: 8,314	Thanks for posting that. Saved me a lot of time doing research/direct comparisons on a few cameras. Good stuff!

February 14th, 2003, 09:37 PM	#59
Joe Carney Inner Circle Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Centreville Va Posts: 1,828	Sonic Foundry financial news For those worried about the state of SoFo and it's software, some relatively good news. Loss went from 47 down to 3 with strong sales of key products. here is the link http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/030214/140288_1.html They are NOT selling Vegas. yeah!!!!

February 15th, 2003, 06:22 PM	#60
Don Parrish Major Player Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Tavares Fla Posts: 541	Canon's technology Although this is about a still camera, the technology is exciting and should soon spill over to video. Canon's new EOS-1DS is an 11 mega pixel still camera with the same frame size as 35mm film. The lenses used on the DSLR will have the same focal length as do the 35mm film cameras. http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/canoneos1ds/ has some sample pics of the pro canon's ability and it is stunning to say the least. One shot of a ferris wheel type ride is beautiful. This camera has been out for a few months I know but I just got a look at it. It seems to me technology for video cameras may come quicker than expected. 11 mega pixels at 8 frames per second, even for a still camera that is awesome. I know we have wished them to death but isn't it about time we hear about upcoming technology for video cameras, how long has it been since the XL1S was announced.