Items on my cart

[Nasser]

Folks :)
Those Items are on my cart , would like to have your thoughts before I submit my order ; feel free to add remove replace.
Most likely I'll shoot outdoors with bright sky
1. Sony PMW-EX1 XDCAM EX
2. VariZoom VZ-Rock Compact Variable Rocker LANC Camera Control
3. Sony BP-U60 Lithium-Ion Battery
4. Sony SBP-16 16GB SxS PRO Memory Card
5. Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit - Ultraviolet (UV), Circular Polarizer
6. Petrol PWR-HDV Rolling Wingbag
7. Vortex Media DVD: Mastering the Sony PMW-EX1
8. Miller SOLO DV20 Carbon Fiber Tripod System - consists of: DS-20 Fluid Head
9. Rode NTG-2 - Shotgun Condenser Microphone Basic Kit


:dankk2:in advance

[James Dierx]

I think it's a good kit overall.. Did you know you can save a lot of money by getting MxS opposed to SxS? ( I sound like an infomercial.. but I'm really just happy with their product..) You can't overcrank with MxS.. but I'm fine w/ overcranking w/ my 2 8 Gig SxS. You get another 8 Gig with a mail in rebate.

Just my 2 cents...

EDIT: I ment MxR.. not KxS.. http://e-films.com.au/

[Richard J. Johnson]

10. The address that you will be shipping to..............Mine.:Drogar-Love(DBG):

[jujufactory]

I would change the list:

(2) Varizoom. Give me a break!! That's just for show. You don't need that.
(4) Dump the SxS cards. They're dead. Get MxS card adaptors and a few 16G flash cards.
(9) Get the Rode NTG-3 which will kick some serious butt.

[PerroneFord]

I didn't think the EX1 had LANC, so how you can even use a LANC control zoom with it?

[Nasser]

I didn't think the EX1 had LANC, so how you can even use a LANC control zoom with it?
I replace it with the Libec ZC-9EX Zoom'
Guys
one thing to mention , Videography to me is not a profession it's just hobby to fulfill my desires , so maybe I have picked up some "nice to have staff" or exaggerated on my list

[jujufactory]

If videography is just a hobby, get a HVR-A1 and save the extra money for a haircut.

[Nasser]

If videography is just a hobby, get a HVR-A1 and save the extra money for a haircut.
Don't worry about my wallet :dankk2:, I can afford the Ex1

[Sonny83]

[quote=jujufactory;1533965]I would change the list:


(4) Dump the SxS cards. They're dead. Get MxS card adaptors and a few 16G flash cards.


won't do that. As far as I know from the XDCAM EXperience Tour, these cards don't match the speed of the SxS.
So you will probably loose your data when recording in Q&S mode.


@Nasser: I'll never regret buying the EX1. Very good choice.

My setup is a little different, but you ordered good stuff:)

[Nasser]

Thanks folks :thumbup:, after considering some valuable comments from you guys , here is my updated list :-
1. Sony PMW-EX1 XDCAM EX
2. Sony MDR-7506 Circumaural Closed-Back Professional Monitor Headphone
3. Sony SBP-8 8GB SxS PRO Memory Card for XDCAM EX Camcorders
4. Rode NTG-2 - Shotgun Condenser Microphone Basic Kit
5. 2x SanDisk 16GB Ultra II Secure Digital (SDHC) Card
6. Porta Brace CTC-2 Traveler Camera Case
7. B+W 77mm UV Haze 010 Glass Filter Slim
8. Sony BP-U60 Lithium-Ion Battery
9. Vortex Media DVD: Mastering the Sony PMW-EX1
10. Miller SOLO DV20 Carbon Fiber Tripod System - consists of: DS-20 Fluid Head

Did I missed any workflow item such as card reader ? I'm planning to get Apple power book :bath:

[PerroneFord]

Yes, you need some MxR adapters. One for each SDHC card.

[Sonny83]

I am also working with an apple MacBook Pro (2,66GHz/4GB Ram) and, sadly to mention, you can reach its limits really quick.

Now I've to wait for the i7 MacPro to be released.

What kind of movies are you going to film?

[Nasser]

I am also working with an apple MacBook Pro (2,66GHz/4GB Ram) and, sadly to mention, you can reach its limits really quick.

Now I've to wait for the i7 MacPro to be released.

What kind of movies are you going to film?
Is this what you mean ?
http://www.swit.co.uk/product_info.php?cPath=38_43_47&products_id=255&osCsid=dfe3469389a316d00a6c8bb86c9d3bbf

[jujufactory]

Yes you need the adaptors. I have 5 of them. Get at least 2.

[colin rowe]

I would change the list:

(2) Varizoom. Give me a break!! That's just for show. You don't need that.


Hardly for show, but invaluable for tripod mounted work, unless you fancy juggling one hand on the focus ring and the other on the zoom rocker, whilst trying to pan or tilt with your third hand !!!!!! EX1 does not have a lanc socket, so you would need a zoom controller, like this
http://www.videokit.co.uk/cgi-bin/store1/commerce.cgi?product=TRIPODS!ZOOM_CONTROLS&pid=384.htm

[tonykart125]

You probably already ordered. But I think you'll be happier with NTG3

[Nasser]

You probably already ordered. But I think you'll be happier with NTG3
Not yet Tony , but the NTG2 kit listed for $599 while the NTG3 alone is $699:huh:
Beside I'm a amateur , videography is not a profession for me :beer:
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=cart&A=details&Q=&sku=421940&is=REG
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/563798-REG/Rode_NTG_3_NTG_3_Precision_RF_Biased_Shotgun.html