GS100k Video Modes Question at DVinfo.net

Jamie Patterson · November 25th, 2003, 07:39 PM

Okay, so I am the proud owner of a GS 100K camcorder, and I'm slowly trying to figure out how to use it. I have the translated Japanese instructions and a copy of the PVDV-953's English instructions to use as a reference. There are still lots of things I don't understand about the camera, but one of the things I would really like to get a grip on are the different video modes.

The camera can shoot at two different aspect ratios, and has several modes that affect the look of video. There is a cinema mode and something called pro cinema mode. There is progressive video which I understand is better if you are shooting for the web, but disables many other features if you use it. You can also shoot in a special low light mode where the image is somewhat jerky. I was wondering if any of you pros on this forum would mind explaining exactly what the difference and advantages of each of these modes are exactly. It would be much appreciated.

Frank Granovski · November 27th, 2003, 03:10 AM

Jamie, keep studying the the MX5 or DV953 manual. For "normal" video, just use the default (4:3/interlaced), and once you get more familar with the cam, experiment a little.

November 25th, 2003, 07:39 PM	#1
Jamie Patterson Regular Crew Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 31	GS100k Video Modes Question Okay, so I am the proud owner of a GS 100K camcorder, and I'm slowly trying to figure out how to use it. I have the translated Japanese instructions and a copy of the PVDV-953's English instructions to use as a reference. There are still lots of things I don't understand about the camera, but one of the things I would really like to get a grip on are the different video modes. The camera can shoot at two different aspect ratios, and has several modes that affect the look of video. There is a cinema mode and something called pro cinema mode. There is progressive video which I understand is better if you are shooting for the web, but disables many other features if you use it. You can also shoot in a special low light mode where the image is somewhat jerky. I was wondering if any of you pros on this forum would mind explaining exactly what the difference and advantages of each of these modes are exactly. It would be much appreciated.

November 27th, 2003, 03:10 AM	#2
Frank Granovski Outer Circle Join Date: May 2002 Location: Hope, BC Posts: 7,524	Jamie, keep studying the the MX5 or DV953 manual. For "normal" video, just use the default (4:3/interlaced), and once you get more familar with the cam, experiment a little.