methodical way of learning the Sony F-900? at DVinfo.net

Josh Bass · February 26th, 2004, 07:05 PM

I have this deal worked out with a rental house, where I get to go in and play with their stuff, and in return I do free labor for them (errands, help prep the grip truck, whatever). This place specializes in the higher end formats, including HD, and they have several Sony F-900s. I was wondering if anyone here who's had to go from SD to HD had a more methodical way of "learning" the camera then simply playing with it and screwing with menu items. I've got the manual, I've read the manual, I've played with the camera on a couple of occasions, but I still feel there's got to be a better way.

Ken Tanaka · February 27th, 2004, 12:29 AM

Classes are probably the primary learning medium for the HD cameras (next to folklore, that is). Shops that rent this gear often hold classes for current or prospective customers. Fletcher here in Chicago is an example of such an operation. Perhaps your rental company does, too?

Josh Bass · February 27th, 2004, 01:19 AM

I can ask them. Thanks.

John Jay · February 27th, 2004, 12:11 PM

I have the f-900 maintenance manuals if anyone needs them in pdf parts 1 + 2 = 7mb

Mike Rehmus · February 27th, 2004, 10:41 PM

Sony also has classes. Expensive in keeping with the camera.

Boy, do the guys on the prosound Usenet goup hate the 900 for it's loud noise and extreme heat.

Ken Tanaka · February 27th, 2004, 11:17 PM

I've never personally seen a 900 in operation. Do you know what makes them so (reportedly) noisy? I have seen a Varicam and it's just as quiet as any ENG camera.

February 26th, 2004, 07:05 PM	#1
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February 27th, 2004, 12:29 AM	#2
Ken Tanaka Retired DV Info Net Almunus Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 6,943	Classes are probably the primary learning medium for the HD cameras (next to folklore, that is). Shops that rent this gear often hold classes for current or prospective customers. Fletcher here in Chicago is an example of such an operation. Perhaps your rental company does, too? __________________ 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 27th, 2004, 01:19 AM	#3
Josh Bass Slash Rules! Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 5,472	I can ask them. Thanks. __________________ The Bass' camerawork The Bass on IMDB

February 27th, 2004, 12:11 PM	#4
John Jay Major Player Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: US & THEM Posts: 827	I have the f-900 maintenance manuals if anyone needs them in pdf parts 1 + 2 = 7mb __________________ John Jay Beware *PLUGGER-BYTES*

February 27th, 2004, 10:41 PM	#5
Mike Rehmus Wrangler Join Date: May 2002 Location: Vallejo, California Posts: 4,049	Sony also has classes. Expensive in keeping with the camera. Boy, do the guys on the prosound Usenet goup hate the 900 for it's loud noise and extreme heat. __________________ Mike Rehmus Hey, I can see the carrot at the end of the tunnel!

February 27th, 2004, 11:17 PM	#6
Ken Tanaka Retired DV Info Net Almunus Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 6,943	I've never personally seen a 900 in operation. Do you know what makes them so (reportedly) noisy? I have seen a Varicam and it's just as quiet as any ENG camera. __________________ 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