DVXuser.com -- The online community for filmmaking http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/ DVXuser.com. The Free, online Camera and Filmmaking Resource en Wed, 16 May 2012 21:22:05 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/images/DVXuser_413/misc/rss.png DVXuser.com -- The online community for filmmaking http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/ FOR SALE IDC Systems ZERO various components. http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282583-IDC-Systems-ZERO-various-components&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 21:07:39 GMT Hi guys selling my used (in perfect shape) IDC System Zero components. Asking $325 OBO for full set. iDC Photo Video SYSTEM ZERO Camera Plate... Hi guys selling my used (in perfect shape) IDC System Zero components.

Asking $325 OBO for full set.

iDC Photo Video SYSTEM ZERO Camera Plate for Canon 7D RETAIL Price: $99.00 (Asking $50)
- http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...era_Plate.html


iDC Photo Video SYSTEM ZERO Camera Plate for Canon 5D MkII RETAIL Price: Price: $99.00 (Asking $50)
- http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...era_Plate.html




iDC Photo Video System Zero Accessory Mounting Bracket - Kit B RETAIL Price: $315.00 (Asking $200)
- http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc..._Mounting.html


iDC Photo Video System Zero Follow Focus Spacer RETAIL Price: $42.00 (Asking $25)
- http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...low_Focus.html ]]> For Sale or Want to Buy chlywly http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282583-IDC-Systems-ZERO-various-components Pmw-100 http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282582-Pmw-100&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 21:05:12 GMT What you guys think of PMW-100 for shooting Weddings and Receptions? How will the quality be compared to EX1? I know its a $2K difference in price... What you guys think of PMW-100 for shooting Weddings and Receptions?

How will the quality be compared to EX1? I know its a $2K difference in price but still like to know if the quality will be better than NX5 and so on.

Thanks ]]> Sony - General / Other ozab http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282582-Pmw-100 FOR SALE Canon EF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM Like New http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282580-Canon-EF-24-105mm-f-4-L-IS-USM-Like-New&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 20:55:23 GMT http://www.ebay.com/itm/160803107533...#ht_500wt_1413 if you need any additional photos or have any questions pm or contact me at shotbydj@gmail.com Trying to make room for a Scarlet-X. ]]> For Sale or Want to Buy dtjohns1 http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282580-Canon-EF-24-105mm-f-4-L-IS-USM-Like-New Great Source for DSLR Filmmaking resource http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282579-Great-Source-for-DSLR-Filmmaking-resource&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 20:37:54 GMT Hey guys,

I wanted to share with you a resource that I have found invaluable. Filming with DSLR's can be a pretty complicated process and it helps to have one place to return to for questions on everything from choosing the right model, to basic and advanced tecnique, to learning complicated processes like compression and moire. www.nofilmschool.com has this really cool guide, that's some 115 pages of simply put DSLR information. Its also free, so you can download it right off the batt and use it any time you like. I just started shooting with dslr's and I've found it really useful.

Check it out
Miles ]]> HDSLR - General / Other Miles Levin http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282579-Great-Source-for-DSLR-Filmmaking-resource <![CDATA["Fear Lives Here" Premires at Los Angeles Fear & Fantasy Film Festival May 16th 6:30p]]> http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282578-quot-Fear-Lives-Here-quot-Premires-at-Los-Angeles-Fear-amp-Fantasy-Film-Festival-May-16th-6-30p&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 20:37:34 GMT Hello LA!!! All you horror fans come see out film "Fear Lives Here"!! Get tickets before it sells out!
Our feature film "Fear Lives Here" was shot on the Canon 5D mark II and Zeiss ZE lenses.
www.fearlivesheremovie.com

http://tinyurl.com/76opqug ]]> Canon FF moviemaykr http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282578-quot-Fear-Lives-Here-quot-Premires-at-Los-Angeles-Fear-amp-Fantasy-Film-Festival-May-16th-6-30p Striping HDV tapes with HVR 1500 deck? http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282577-Striping-HDV-tapes-with-HVR-1500-deck&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 20:19:52 GMT I'm hoping someone here can help us out with this age-old question.

We're trying to stripe some HDV tapes with timecode, but our sony HVR 1500 deck will only record blackburst or test pattern to DVCAM or DV.

If I take a tape that has been striped as DV or DVCAM, and use it in a Sony HDV camera, will the timecode persist on the tape? And if so, which record format should we do the original striping with? DV or DVCAM? ]]> Sony - General / Other tbob http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282577-Striping-HDV-tapes-with-HVR-1500-deck looking for good focus gears http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282576-looking-for-good-focus-gears&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 19:56:18 GMT So I've never used any of these in practice... I only know so far that I don't want a zip tie solution.

These are going on a set of five Leica R's and two Voigtlanders, so "budget" solutions aren't really a concern... however I don't want to pay to ship them to Duclos for the gear mod (since I've done the declick and fronts myself), so something substantially less than $100 per gear would be great. These would be semi-permanent installs, so quick removal is totally unnecessary.

What out there works well? ]]> HDSLR - General / Other mcbob http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282576-looking-for-good-focus-gears How to set up my rode ntg2 on xa10? http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282575-How-to-set-up-my-rode-ntg2-on-xa10&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 19:53:35 GMT Hi guys, I need help to use my rode ntg2 mic on my canon xa10. It seems it's not recording properly. I plug it to the xlr channel 1, use mic channel, switch on ext mic. What else do I need to do? There's no sound recorded?

Any switch I need turn on or off? Btw I did put a AA batt in the mic. Pls help thxs! ]]> Canon Cameras superek4 http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282575-How-to-set-up-my-rode-ntg2-on-xa10 Blog: Why I Bought a C300 PL Camera http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282574-Blog-Why-I-Bought-a-C300-PL-Camera&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 19:51:36 GMT Canon C300 PL camera? What was I thinking?http://ssvhd.blogspot.com/2012/05/canon-c300-pl-camera-what-was-i.html Canon C300 PL camera? What was I thinking?

http://ssvhd.blogspot.com/2012/05/ca...hat-was-i.html ]]> C300 Dino http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282574-Blog-Why-I-Bought-a-C300-PL-Camera B4 Mount Lens Question http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282573-B4-Mount-Lens-Question&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 19:46:24 GMT Im looking at getting a B4 lens for the AF101 with 2 x extender, I am aware that you have to use the extender and also the light loss but my question... Im looking at getting a B4 lens for the AF101 with 2 x extender, I am aware that you have to use the extender and also the light loss but my question is do the lenses have to be made for widescreen cams? I ask as there are quite a few older B4 mount lenses around and some coming of older 4:3 cams, may seem a dumb question but does it matter?

Steve ]]> AF100 Steslat http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282573-B4-Mount-Lens-Question WANT TO BUY Zacuto Mini-Base Plate /w 12 inch Rods, Sachler/Oconner HDV head http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282572-Zacuto-Mini-Base-Plate-w-12-inch-Rods-Sachler-Oconner-HDV-head&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 19:44:54 GMT Looking to buy a Zacuto Mini Baseplate /w 12 inch rods and a Sachler or Oconner HDV head (prefferably under 600) Vlad Looking to buy a Zacuto Mini Baseplate /w 12 inch rods

and a Sachler or Oconner HDV head (prefferably under 600)

Vlad ]]> For Sale or Want to Buy chlywly http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282572-Zacuto-Mini-Base-Plate-w-12-inch-Rods-Sachler-Oconner-HDV-head For submitting Blu-ray discs to festivals, is it a bad idea to use LTH discs? http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282571-For-submitting-Blu-ray-discs-to-festivals-is-it-a-bad-idea-to-use-LTH-discs&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 19:27:58 GMT I'm for the first time burning Blu-ray discs and submitting them to
festivals. Two questions:


1 - Are using LTH discs a bad idea?
2 - More generally, are there any tips I want to keep in mind when doing
this for festivals? ]]> Documentary oxband http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282571-For-submitting-Blu-ray-discs-to-festivals-is-it-a-bad-idea-to-use-LTH-discs GH2 Now what lenses to buy 12mm Oly vs. 12-35mm Panasonic http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282570-Now-what-lenses-to-buy-12mm-Oly-vs-12-35mm-Panasonic&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 18:19:33 GMT I've been holding off on getting the 12mm Oly waiting for the 12-35mm Panny X and was actually about to pull the trigger, but now it seems the 12-35 is pretty much around the corner and within sight, so is anyone else thinking it's safe to put the 12mm Oly off the wish list or no?

I'll miss the extra stop it gives and love how it autofocus perfectly (the main reason I love it is I do glidecam work for events which are dark so it's the perfect fit and something Canon lacked).

I'm thining of just getting the 12-35 now and if I need the extra speed I could try getting a 17.5mm notkon to work on a glidecam in a pinch.

Also I'm still dying to see a 17.5 vs. 25mm comparison article / thread - anyone that has or tried both hit me up or post a link if you've found a comparision online that goes into detail. ]]> GH1/GH2 Hardware, Lenses, etc. Psynema http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282570-Now-what-lenses-to-buy-12mm-Oly-vs-12-35mm-Panasonic Slow P2 ingest with Adobe Prelude http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282569-Slow-P2-ingest-with-Adobe-Prelude&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 17:20:13 GMT Hey guys,

Has anyone had a chance to experiment with ingesting P2 footage through Adobe Prelude CS6? I'm having a bit of trouble with the ingest process - specifically, the process is unbearably slow.

So, I just recently upgraded to an HD workflow with my purchase of a used HVX200 (can't wait for Barry's HVX Book to arrive!). Anyway, when I first read about Prelude, I was stoked that it was built specifically for file-based media ingest. I was ecstatic at the thought that it might be a good substitute for P2CMS, since I work on both Mac and Windows (and P2CMS isn't available for Win 7).

To my chagrine, I go to ingest my P2 footage from my HVX to my MacBook Pro (via FireWire) and it takes FOREVER.

Is there something I am overlooking when it comes to ingesting DVCProHD?

Why does P2CMS ingest so much faster than Prelude? Isn't that what Prelude was designed for?

Prelude: ~ 3-4 minutes per GB
P2CMS: +/- 1 min 30 sec per GB

Did I miss something? Has anyone had any luck with Prelude in their P2 workflow?



Note: I posted similar questions over on the Adobe forums and the Cow, so sorry if this is redundant for some of you. ]]> Premiere Kyle Fordrung http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282569-Slow-P2-ingest-with-Adobe-Prelude C300 vs F3 http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282568-C300-vs-F3&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 16:47:29 GMT Decided on the Canon C300 after also carefully considering the Sony F3 since my client base is mainly network television, documentary, corporate... Decided on the Canon C300 after also carefully considering the Sony F3 since my client base is mainly network television, documentary, corporate and web work at this point in my career. The need for 10bit 4:2:2 and 4:4:4 is simply not needed for me. What I like about the C300 is the in-camera 50mbps 4:2:2 MXF wrapped codec and the XLR audio inputs. I have since found video clips online with major DPs including Rodney Charters (24, Marley & Me, Newlyweds among others) raving about the C300 when they compared it to other cameras including the Alexa, Scarlet and the big Sonys (F35, F65 etc). He also pointed out that Star Wars was entirely filmed in 8bit. There have been many negative comments on these threads regarding the 16k price for the C300, but the reality for me, already owning a 5D package with a trove of EF and EF-S lenses along with CF cards made the price no issue at all. To purchase the F3, Nanoflash, S-Log, SxS cards and two good zoom and wide angle lenses would have cost at least 30k. Different strokes for different folks. Thanks to Barry Green for great advice on the right camera for the right client base. My C300 arrives today. ]]> C300 Jim Anderson http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282568-C300-vs-F3 FOR SALE Leica Elmarit-R 16mm f/2.8 DECLICKED AND MODIFIED TO FIT NIKON http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282567-Leica-Elmarit-R-16mm-f-2-8-DECLICKED-AND-MODIFIED-TO-FIT-NIKON&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 16:24:47 GMT This lens has had the Leica mount removed and replaced with a Nikon mount. I used it to fit onto a PL-Nikon converter on my Sony F3 and also a... This lens has had the Leica mount removed and replaced with a Nikon mount. I used it to fit onto a PL-Nikon converter on my Sony F3 and also a NEX-Nikon converter for my Sony FS100. Infinity focus is maintained. This lens was also had the aperture/iris declicked and also greased for very tight, smooth rotation.


The Lens is in Good condition. Pls refer to listing for details.


Optical: Good glass, Clean, Clear, No haze, no separation, no fungus, no scratches.


No Oil on Aperture Blades.


Functional: working correctly; focus, aperture, filter moves smoothly.


Built-in orange, yellow, blue filters.


Includes: Front and Rear Caps


Made in Japan

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=170843754981 ]]> For Sale or Want to Buy Richard Allen Crook http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282567-Leica-Elmarit-R-16mm-f-2-8-DECLICKED-AND-MODIFIED-TO-FIT-NIKON FOR SALE Avid Dongle Upgrade-able to Symphony for only $999 Direct from Avid http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282566-Avid-Dongle-Upgrade-able-to-Symphony-for-only-999-Direct-from-Avid&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 16:24:31 GMT Greetings All! I have a dongle for Avid XPress Pro 5.6 (later upgraded to 5.7) I purchased new several years ago. This is the full, (ie NOT... Greetings All!

I have a dongle for Avid XPress Pro 5.6 (later upgraded to 5.7) I purchased new several years ago. This is the full, (ie NOT academic) version, and qualifies for an upgrade to Avid Symphony for only $999. This is a limited time offer from Avid which expires on June 15, 2012. The regular upgrade price to Avid Symphony is $3,499. I also have the original discs and manuals (though they are not necessary to receive the upgrade). I have been hanging on to this all along with the thought to one day upgrade, but we have since made the move over to Adobe, so alas it's time to let someone else scoop this offer. The details on the Avid upgrade offer is here on the Avid site:

http://shop.avid.com/store/product.d...25362589167232

Not really sure what price to offer at, but let's say $500 or best offer, which will get you a full version of Symphony for about $1,000 less than Media Composer 6, and about 1/3 or less the cost of Symphony.

I have bought and sold thousands of dollars of gear here on DVXUser, and I'm also willing to help with whatever maybe necessary with upgrading and/or transferring the license (if necessary).

Be in touch by PM or email to weismanfamily@gmail.com ]]> For Sale or Want to Buy weismangroup http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282566-Avid-Dongle-Upgrade-able-to-Symphony-for-only-999-Direct-from-Avid FOR SALE Panasonic GF1 with possible lenses/adapters http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282565-Panasonic-GF1-with-possible-lenses-adapters&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 16:21:19 GMT Hi,

I'm selling a black Panasonic Lumix GF1 in excellent condition for $250 or best offer.

Possible lenses/accessories that can be included:
Panasonic Lumix 14mm 1.7 $200
Panasonic Lumix 20mm 1.7 $325
Olympus Zuiko 45mm 1.8 $350
Nikon 50mm 1.8 AIS $100
Tokina ATX-Pro 28-70mm 2.6-2.8 $400
Fotodiox m43 - nikon adapter $30
Novoflex m43 - nikon adapter $200

I'm mainly looking at selling the body, but will include lenses if needed. ]]> For Sale or Want to Buy alainwong http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282565-Panasonic-GF1-with-possible-lenses-adapters FOR SALE Libec LS55 Mid-spreader tripod http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282564-Libec-LS55-Mid-spreader-tripod&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 16:16:39 GMT I have a used Libec tripod that I bought in late 2008. The tripod has been a workhorse and still works great. I recently moved on to a boat and have... I have a used Libec tripod that I bought in late 2008. The tripod has been a workhorse and still works great. I recently moved on to a boat and have limited space so I had to buy more compact CF tripod. The tripod still works 100%. The two funky things is that one of the lower second stage does not have a "hard stop" so it will rotate until tight. Does not effect performance at all and really dont know why or how that happened but but should be noted. The other thing is that the lock dial bar thing is slightly bent in about 1 degree. Again does not effect the performance but in the act of being completely transparent that is another quirk. Other than that it comes complete with original feet and case. The tripod shows wear on the metal from 4 years of use. Tried to take enough photos to display that. Looking for $600 + shipping already have a box! new they go for $800. Definitely the best stick head combo you can get on the lower side of $1000. My new sticks in a lot of ways are not as nice as this bad boy and they cost $1200.






]]> For Sale or Want to Buy Jon Neely http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282564-Libec-LS55-Mid-spreader-tripod 5D MArk III vs. AF100 http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282563-5D-MArk-III-vs-AF100&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 16:09:03 GMT Hey guys, I shoot music videos, event recaps, documentaries, and years down the line eventually into films. I have been using my 7D which I am... Hey guys,

I shoot music videos, event recaps, documentaries, and years down the line eventually into films. I have been using my 7D which I am satisfied with, but I often don't have access to optimal lighting conditions and hate that I have to up the ISO. I usually shoot with a 1.8 lens. The improved noise performance on the mark III makes it very attractive. I've researched the mark III for awhile but a friend of mine suggested looking at the Panasonic AF100. I've looked it up a little and searched this forum for similar posts, but I'm still not understanding clear cut differences between the 5D DSLR and the actual video camera AF100. I know the AF100 is built suited for video, but what does that really "mean" as far as video quality and capabilities. Looking at test footage between the two cameras do look "different" but I'm having a hard time determining which one is "better". I guess with my inexperience with actual video cameras, I'm not sure what to look for when comparing the two footages. Could someone explain these out for me, maybe post videos explaining the points they are making? What's the advantage of using an actual video camera, and the cons? At this point I'm leaning towards the 5d, but I am open to switching, I just want to understand better. I should explain that budget is also a factor. I'm open to getting an AF100 but not if the advantage over the 5d doesn't justify the price difference to me.

Thanks guys

Roger ]]> HDSLR - General / Other M1CEtro http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282563-5D-MArk-III-vs-AF100 AF100 Image Quality http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282562-AF100-Image-Quality&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 15:55:45 GMT An organization I shoot a lot of footage for has an HVX200A. Until recently I shot everything SD, but they finally made the move into the modern... An organization I shoot a lot of footage for has an HVX200A. Until recently I shot everything SD, but they finally made the move into the modern world and will shoot all HD in the future. Good news for me because I can now rent my AF100 as a second camera in two camera shoots - they would only spring for my old DVX100 in the past. Yesterday I shot some test footage with both cameras to try and match "looks." It wasn't hard to get things looking the same - except up on the big monitor the footage from my AF100 was noticeably sharper than the HVX200A. Side by side was quite a revelation. I guess my Zeiss primes and larger sensor made up for the AVCCAM versus 2P situation. And, yes, focus was dead on with both cams. Not knocking the HVX, just glad I got the AF100. ]]> AF100 taylormade http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282562-AF100-Image-Quality WANT TO BUY GH-2 http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282561-GH-2&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 15:50:56 GMT Hi there! Looking for a GH-2 body. Preferably in Europe. Cheers, Roman Hi there!

Looking for a GH-2 body. Preferably in Europe.

Cheers,
Roman ]]> For Sale or Want to Buy rawmeyn http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282561-GH-2 Mac or PC for editing? http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282560-Mac-or-PC-for-editing&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 15:48:13 GMT This is a pretty touchy subject and I don't want to start a flame war. A few years ago I started editing with a PC and eventually my cousin convinced me to switch over to a Mac in which I did. I was very pleased with how it has performed and right up until this day (bought it roughly 3 years ago). 3 years of technology is a lot of time and with that I want to upgrade my hardware. I can't afford a Mac Pro and I was thinking a long the lines of an iMac. But for what I want (which is $1700), I could buy a pretty sweet PC and even for A LOT less. I got a new job in which I edit video and I am working on a PC and so far I am liking it. I just think I might really miss the interface and the "feel" of editing on a Mac. I guess right now I am just looking for some opinions and insight on what I should do? ]]> Cafe ala DVX Morox http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282560-Mac-or-PC-for-editing Does this even exist? http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282559-Does-this-even-exist&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 15:11:40 GMT I have to shoot an event on XL2s next week and I am dreading the whole tape thing. Is there any device that is reasonably affordable that I can go... I have to shoot an event on XL2s next week and I am dreading the whole tape thing. Is there any device that is reasonably affordable that I can go from the camera to a solid state video recorder? ]]> Support Gear tayproductions http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282559-Does-this-even-exist <![CDATA["THE SWIVELATOR" - New FS700/100 custom product. Swivel Inhibitor for flip up screen]]> http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?282558-quot-THE-SWIVELATOR-quot-New-FS700-100-custom-product-Swivel-Inhibitor-for-flip-up-screen&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 15:10:31 GMT Attachment 53628 (http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/attachment.php?attachmentid=53628) Do you use the Sony periscope loupe that came with the camera? Sick... photo.jpg

Do you use the Sony periscope loupe that came with the camera? Sick of face chasing it?
This is hand milled from solid Mycarta. Two elliptical cams allow flip screen almost full travel fore and aft while eliminating unwanted left right swivel. grab a coin, set monitor, lock it and forget it. adjusts in seconds. Shipping next week. $36. reserve via email dp at calebcrosby.com

Cool huh?
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