Intervalometer or GH13 Timlapser Patch at DVinfo.net

Dave Mercer · October 24th, 2012, 08:43 AM

I've asked this question over on another site, but am seeking some additional input from you all ...

So for those who've tried both methods of timelapse which would you recommend for max quality? Intervalometer (Pixel, say) or the GH13 Timelapser. Wondering whether to buy an intervalometer ...

Thanks!

Dave

Adrian Frearson · October 25th, 2012, 02:40 AM

For maximum quality, buy an intervalometer and shoot raw files. The downside will be more work in post and you could eventually wear down the shutter. The upside is more resolution, more creative control over the image.

Dave Mercer · October 25th, 2012, 06:57 AM

Thanks Adrian. Silly question, but is the quality noticeably better with the intervalometer? Can you see the difference?

Dave Mercer · October 26th, 2012, 12:38 PM

Anyone have thoughts on differences in quality??

Adrian Frearson · October 26th, 2012, 01:29 PM

I guess a lot depends on your final output..if you're going to web, then the difference might be a little smaller. You have the huge advantage of being able to push and pull the image, if you shoot raw, plus with the extra resolution, you can crop in and do various post effects. Personally, I would use intervalometer and shoot raw when I've got time to process the images. If it's fast turnaround stuff, then going for the speed up is fine looking.

Dave Mercer · October 27th, 2012, 11:28 AM

Thanks again Adrian. That helped me make the decision.

Be well!

October 24th, 2012, 08:43 AM	#1
Dave Mercer Major Player Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Lake Atitlan, Guatemala Posts: 346	Intervalometer or GH13 Timlapser Patch I've asked this question over on another site, but am seeking some additional input from you all ... So for those who've tried both methods of timelapse which would you recommend for max quality? Intervalometer (Pixel, say) or the GH13 Timelapser. Wondering whether to buy an intervalometer ... Thanks! Dave

October 25th, 2012, 02:40 AM	#2
Adrian Frearson Regular Crew Join Date: May 2008 Location: U.K Posts: 154	Re: Intervalometer or GH13 Timlapser Patch For maximum quality, buy an intervalometer and shoot raw files. The downside will be more work in post and you could eventually wear down the shutter. The upside is more resolution, more creative control over the image. __________________ Adrian http://chillfactorfilms.com

October 25th, 2012, 06:57 AM	#3
Dave Mercer Major Player Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Lake Atitlan, Guatemala Posts: 346	Re: Intervalometer or GH13 Timlapser Patch Thanks Adrian. Silly question, but is the quality noticeably better with the intervalometer? Can you see the difference?

October 26th, 2012, 12:38 PM	#4
Dave Mercer Major Player Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Lake Atitlan, Guatemala Posts: 346	Re: Intervalometer or GH13 Timlapser Patch Anyone have thoughts on differences in quality??

October 26th, 2012, 01:29 PM	#5
Adrian Frearson Regular Crew Join Date: May 2008 Location: U.K Posts: 154	Re: Intervalometer or GH13 Timlapser Patch I guess a lot depends on your final output..if you're going to web, then the difference might be a little smaller. You have the huge advantage of being able to push and pull the image, if you shoot raw, plus with the extra resolution, you can crop in and do various post effects. Personally, I would use intervalometer and shoot raw when I've got time to process the images. If it's fast turnaround stuff, then going for the speed up is fine looking. __________________ Adrian http://chillfactorfilms.com

October 27th, 2012, 11:28 AM	#6
Dave Mercer Major Player Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Lake Atitlan, Guatemala Posts: 346	Re: Intervalometer or GH13 Timlapser Patch Thanks again Adrian. That helped me make the decision. Be well!