June 12th, 2006, 08:46 PM | #1126 |
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Chad,
I hope you're checking out the comprehensive reviews at http://www.camcorderinfo.com/ Check out the GS500 and compare. It's a little more expensive, but it's 3CCD and has one of the best imaging systems ever in a consumer camcorder. Lacks a mic in jack, though. Josh
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June 12th, 2006, 08:50 PM | #1127 |
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I got a TRV50 off ebay for $250!!! Perfect working condition. (Worth $1000+)
I only needed it for the flip-out LCD to replace the faulty one on my PDX10. (Buying a replacement LCD was going to be about $400!) So, sometimes, it pays to keep an eye on ebay auctions. Just a thought.... |
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I decided I am going to go ahead and get the Optura 50 from B&H. I would actually like to film a project this weekend, so I need to order ASAP to get it here, but...if someone could recommend the following I would greatly appreciate it. I would like to get: - Shotgun/Boom Mic (very important) - Tripod w/ Controls (if they make one) - Light Meter (if necessary) - Second battery (how in the brand 'Impact' that B&H sells?) - Wide Angle Lens (how is the Canon one?) - Lighting (whats a good cheap light I can use...1 or 2)? - Anything else you think I may need (I figure a cleaning kit, case, UV filter, etc) Please respond ASAP as I am waiting to order...thanks everyone! Especially Philip...lol... Last edited by Chad Keck; June 12th, 2006 at 11:08 PM. |
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We just finished a 48 hour film last weekend and used a piece of foamcore spray painted shiny silver more than any other piece of lighting gear just about. We used it to bring light from one side of a stage to the other. We had PA's hold it, but you could as easily clamp them with spring clamps from home depot as well. Quote:
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June 13th, 2006, 09:06 AM | #1130 |
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Cole,
Thank you for the recommendations...a few quick questions: 1) Do you know of a good tripod that has controls on it that can interface with the Optura 50? 2) What do you mean when you say "if you get a cam with zebras"? What are zebras? Does the Optura 50 have them/it? |
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June 13th, 2006, 07:38 PM | #1132 |
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Camera selection predicament
Hi everyone, I am about to buy 5 models of either the Sony DSR-450 or the Panasonic AJ-SDC615VF15CM. I need something thats 2/3" CCD, shoulder mounted obviously, and that can do 16:9... Which model should I go for, the Sony or the Panny, I couldnt' find any strenghts of weaknesses, except the fact that the Sony does 800lines of resolution at 16:9 mode. Please give me some advice... Thanks
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June 13th, 2006, 09:13 PM | #1133 |
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heres the panny: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/cont...goryNavigation
and heres the sony: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/cont...goryNavigation any comments welcome!! |
June 30th, 2006, 08:13 AM | #1134 |
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First Camera Purchase Questions
I hope you don't mind a question from an innocent bystander! My husband is the film person out of the two of us and we are preparing to purchase his first camera/equipment. I have been following this board as well as dvxuser.com to get an idea of what the best options are in our price range and watching used equipment. We found a deal that we are interested in, but I could really use some feedback.
DVX100A - 8 hours w/3 years left on MACK warranty Manfrotto 351MVC Tripod (I can't find much feedback on this one) 503 Fluid Head Tiffen 72mm UV Protector Filter Audio-Technica AT825 Condenser Microphone Audio-Technica Camera Shoe Mount Adapter and Low-Profile Universal Shock Mount XLR cable Extra Panasonic Mini DV's Kata R-103 Rucksack Extra battery The owner was planning to freelance, but it didn't happen. All of the equipment was purchased at B&H last June. The asking price for the entire package is $3600. Please give me some feedback on both the equipment and the price. Is there anything missing that we would need to buy right away? Are there any questions I should be asking? Thanks! |
July 1st, 2006, 02:29 PM | #1135 |
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Any thoughts on this equipment? Is the price too high? About right?
Have you used any of the equipment? I've read a lot about the 503 head, but I haven't seen anything on the tripod. |
July 1st, 2006, 02:45 PM | #1136 |
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I think it's a very good price.
The camera is still a popular camera, you have 3 years of warranty, which is a great bonus, and a good tripod head. Extra battery always comes in handy. And you already have a little audio package. Best regards, |
July 2nd, 2006, 09:22 AM | #1137 |
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I'm a big fan of taking a look at what you need not only now, but in the future. In 7 years, I've owned two cameras, a DV and an HDV. (Incidently, I've owned probably 3 or 4 edit systems.)
Think of the future, as we move into HD, before making your decision. Plus, can the camera do what you need it to, or perhaps do it in post? Can you pay off the camera in 2-3 years or earlier? Those are my tips. heath
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July 2nd, 2006, 11:23 AM | #1138 |
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Thanks for the replies.
We wanted a camera that could do 24p and HD is currently out of our budget. I wanted to buy equipment that might outlast the camera - the fluid head, the tripod, the mic (and later the lights). Does it look like this package would accomplish that? We will be buying all of this with no financing, so there is nothing to pay off as time goes on. For post, we bought a very nice g5 mac last fall and have Final Cut Studio installed. |
July 2nd, 2006, 11:32 AM | #1139 |
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Well, here are some good choices:
Overall "budget" HD, but no 24p (you can use www.nattress.com filters or a workflow with 50i to 24p): the Sony HVR-Z1u. 24p HD: 1. JVC HD100 and maybe even the 200. 2. Canon XL H1 (very similar look to the Z1, IMO). 3. Panasonic HVX200. heath
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July 3rd, 2006, 05:44 AM | #1140 |
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Thanks Heath. I have looked at all the HD cameras and they will put us over our budget. That's one reason we are buying used, so that we can buy more than just the camera. The $3600 is at the top end of what we can afford - we're actually spending more than we planned on, but if it is a good deal then it is worth it to us.
Hopefully, we will be able to move to HD in a few years, but for now the only cameras we are really looking at are the XL2 and the DVX100A/B. |
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