NXCAM Guide/Training DVD's? at DVinfo.net

Chris Adeyefa · August 12th, 2010, 01:49 PM

Does anyone know if there are any Training Guides or Manual's (asside from the Factory Manual) that are specifically targeted at the NX5U? I know that it is a relatively new camcorder as it was just released but i figured after more than half a year there would be a 3rd party company to release one. Perhaps there isn't a Book or Manual but maybe someone knows of a DVD that specifically teaches how to use the NX5U at an Advanced level. (Eg. Techniques, Settings, picture profiles, shutter, gain etc.)

Anyone have any ideas?

Thanks in advance

John McManimie · September 11th, 2010, 01:39 PM

There is a new Vasst DVD: Inside the Sony HXR-NX5 Camcorder by Douglas Spotted Eagle now available ($69.00 at VASST right now --- also available at B&H).

Chris Adeyefa · September 11th, 2010, 05:36 PM

thanks alot i've just placed my order :) I recommend purchasing it from Ebay there is an authorised dealer selling them for 59$ which is 10$ cheaper then Vaast or B&H

Alan Yu · September 14th, 2010, 01:20 PM

Is this video any good, or does it just go over the basics for any modern sony camdorder?

Victor Wilcox · September 21st, 2010, 09:05 AM

I just order "VASST - Inside the Sony HXR-NX5 camcorder" so I'll post comments after I've viewed the contents.

I also have "VASST - Inside the Sony V1/FX7". It was a good jump start with useful recommendations on camcorder/profile settings. It covered just about every setting and menu option available on the camcorder.

Conrad Kramer · October 12th, 2010, 02:59 AM

Any news on the VASST DVD?

Chris Adeyefa · October 12th, 2010, 06:20 AM

Received my Vaast DVD a few weeks ago. To be honest i was expecting alot more fromt the training dvd. It was mainly a basic overview of the factory operators manual put into words. The dvd takes you through all of the menus within the NXCAM so if you are unfamiliar with them this dvd will suit u well. For the more experienced users i dont find this dvd is worth 75$ given the fact that its doesnt do much other then read the operaters manual to you and gives you visual representation of the menus. Some good info on Peaking and some of the other features eg. Picture Profiles but all in all this dvd is very Basic geared towards beginners IMO.

Victor Wilcox · October 12th, 2010, 07:27 AM

I agree. That about sums it up. It did help me with some of the features and options I've never had before, but it was a little expensive.

And if figures, I haven't bought an NX5U yet, and now B&H is including the VASST DVD with the camcorder. Hope I can sell the extra one on eBay.

Chris Sgaraglino · May 12th, 2011, 08:11 PM

Do you still have a DVD you need to sell?

Victor Wilcox · May 13th, 2011, 10:55 AM

Chris,

I sent a reply by email.

August 12th, 2010, 01:49 PM	#1
Chris Adeyefa Regular Crew Join Date: May 2010 Location: Montreal, Quebec Posts: 60	NXCAM Guide/Training DVD's? Does anyone know if there are any Training Guides or Manual's (asside from the Factory Manual) that are specifically targeted at the NX5U? I know that it is a relatively new camcorder as it was just released but i figured after more than half a year there would be a 3rd party company to release one. Perhaps there isn't a Book or Manual but maybe someone knows of a DVD that specifically teaches how to use the NX5U at an Advanced level. (Eg. Techniques, Settings, picture profiles, shutter, gain etc.) Anyone have any ideas? Thanks in advance

September 21st, 2010, 09:05 AM	#5
Victor Wilcox Major Player Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Iron Horse Guest Ranch, Waller County, TX Posts: 340	I just order "VASST - Inside the Sony HXR-NX5 camcorder" so I'll post comments after I've viewed the contents. I also have "VASST - Inside the Sony V1/FX7". It was a good jump start with useful recommendations on camcorder/profile settings. It covered just about every setting and menu option available on the camcorder. __________________ Vic Wilcox, http://wilcoxvideoproductions.com/Default.aspx Sony FDR-AX100, DJI Phantom 4 Pro, GoPro Hero 8 Blk, Vegas Pro 15, DaVinci Resolve 18

October 12th, 2010, 07:27 AM	#8
Victor Wilcox Major Player Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Iron Horse Guest Ranch, Waller County, TX Posts: 340	I agree. That about sums it up. It did help me with some of the features and options I've never had before, but it was a little expensive. And if figures, I haven't bought an NX5U yet, and now B&H is including the VASST DVD with the camcorder. Hope I can sell the extra one on eBay. __________________ Vic Wilcox, http://wilcoxvideoproductions.com/Default.aspx Sony FDR-AX100, DJI Phantom 4 Pro, GoPro Hero 8 Blk, Vegas Pro 15, DaVinci Resolve 18

May 12th, 2011, 08:11 PM	#9
Chris Sgaraglino Major Player Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 237	Re: NXCAM Guide/Training DVD's? Do you still have a DVD you need to sell? __________________ Chris Sgaraglino The Outdoor Life Blog \| Widow Creek Photography

May 13th, 2011, 10:55 AM	#10
Victor Wilcox Major Player Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Iron Horse Guest Ranch, Waller County, TX Posts: 340	Re: NXCAM Guide/Training DVD's? Chris, I sent a reply by email. __________________ Vic Wilcox, http://wilcoxvideoproductions.com/Default.aspx Sony FDR-AX100, DJI Phantom 4 Pro, GoPro Hero 8 Blk, Vegas Pro 15, DaVinci Resolve 18

September 11th, 2010, 01:39 PM	#2
John McManimie Major Player Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 314	There is a new Vasst DVD: Inside the Sony HXR-NX5 Camcorder by Douglas Spotted Eagle now available ($69.00 at VASST right now --- also available at B&H).

September 11th, 2010, 05:36 PM	#3
Chris Adeyefa Regular Crew Join Date: May 2010 Location: Montreal, Quebec Posts: 60	thanks alot i've just placed my order :) I recommend purchasing it from Ebay there is an authorised dealer selling them for 59$ which is 10$ cheaper then Vaast or B&H

September 14th, 2010, 01:20 PM	#4
Alan Yu New Boot Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 16	Is this video any good, or does it just go over the basics for any modern sony camdorder?

October 12th, 2010, 02:59 AM	#6
Conrad Kramer New Boot Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Austria Posts: 8	Any news on the VASST DVD?

October 12th, 2010, 06:20 AM	#7
Chris Adeyefa Regular Crew Join Date: May 2010 Location: Montreal, Quebec Posts: 60	Received my Vaast DVD a few weeks ago. To be honest i was expecting alot more fromt the training dvd. It was mainly a basic overview of the factory operators manual put into words. The dvd takes you through all of the menus within the NXCAM so if you are unfamiliar with them this dvd will suit u well. For the more experienced users i dont find this dvd is worth 75$ given the fact that its doesnt do much other then read the operaters manual to you and gives you visual representation of the menus. Some good info on Peaking and some of the other features eg. Picture Profiles but all in all this dvd is very Basic geared towards beginners IMO.