For NX5U what Sd Cards? What filters? What else?

[Francis Lee]

I'm about to buy an NX5U with the Flash Drive and I want to also get SD cards & a minimum set of filters... without further breaking the bank.

Please advise me on...
1 - What SD cards should I get ? (Brand, Class, etc)
2 - What minimum filters should I get?
3 - What else should I get for the cam from the get-go?

Sources & prices would also be helpful.

Since I'm spending so much for the cam I am trying to not go overboard right now on extra's but want to get the minimum extra stuff to use the cam both in doors in a small studio, in doors on location, and outdoors.

Thanks for any comments.

[Tom Hardwick]

Cameras with tiny 1"/3 chips should stay well clear of filters in my view. But if you must, then a polarisor is good because it's so difficult to replicate in post.

Kingston 16gb class 6 are the deal of the moment, and work flawlessly.

I couldn't live without my wideangle converter, LANC zoom controller, LED light and some NPF batteries.

[Gabroo Singh]

Originally Posted by Francis Lee

Please advise me on...
1 - What SD cards should I get ? (Brand, Class, etc)
2 - What minimum filters should I get?
3 - What else should I get for the cam from the get-go?

Sources & prices would also be helpful.

In regards to the SD cards, the Sony manual says they must be at minimum class 4. Many users have recommended class 6 or class 10.

Here is one by Hoodman:
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/621433-REG/Hoodman_RAW_SDHC16GB_16GB_RAW_SDHC_Memory.html
To others out there - do you have experience w/ Hoodman? Are they more reliable than Sandisk or Kingston?

[Daniel Paquin]

I am using Panasonic SDHC class 10 16 GB card along with sony memory stick pro-hg duo without problems.

[Ryan Douthit]

I've done several shoots with two Kingston (Class 4) 32GB cards. Reasonably priced and they work. Only reason to pay extra for Class 6 or 10 is to copy to your notebook faster.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/592772-REG/Kingston_SD4_32GB_32GB_SDHC_Memory_Card.html
...I actually paid a little less at Frys. (abt $60 iirc)

I do multi-day shoots and don't always have access to facilities during the day, so I loaded up on batteries: 2 of the big ones work with room to spare on a full day of shooting constantly.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/352125-REG/Sony_NPF970_NP_F970_Info_Lithium_Battery_Pack.html

Since I also shoot a lot of motorsports (inc. the US Rally Series), I always install a clear UV filter to protect the lens. Flying rocks are a regular hazard for me and my gear. I just got a Quantaray slimline unit at my local camera shop.

[Heath McKnight]

I wanted to re-visit this thread and ask if 64GB SD cards will work with the NX5U?

Thanks,

Heath

[James Kuhn]

Heath, et al;

If you're going that big, why not get the FMU-128 'Flash Memory Unit'? That way you don't have to worry about losing the SDHC cards, or damaging them, etc. I use mine for a 'hot back-up' when using the Atomos Samurai as my primary capture device.

Best regards,

J.

[Heath McKnight]

Way out of my budget, unfortunately. Plus I'm going to buy smaller cards and after I've captured and edited, I'll hand over the card to my client.

Heath

[James Kuhn]

Heath...yes, that is a good work-flow tool, being able to hand the SDHC card to the client.

J.

[Heath McKnight]

Back it up, hand over the card. My buddy does that, and it's a great idea.