AF-100 Wishlist/Suggestion Discussion Thread - DVXuser.com -- The online community for filmmaking

Luis Caffesse · 04-14-2010, 01:29 PM

We did this for the HPX170 and it helped out greatly to get what we wanted on that camera. With the AF-100 slated for release at the end of 2010, hopefully we can get our voices heard once more. Please remember that this is a suggestion list... not a list of demands. We have no guarantee of having these suggestions implemented, all we can do is make sure Panasonic is aware of what the members here would like see.

If you have a suggestion for what you would like to see in the AF-100, post it below.
Please be reasonable and specific - and I will do my best to keep the list updated for easy reading.

Click here to go to the Official AF-100 Wishlist & Suggestions post.

Ben_B · 04-14-2010, 01:31 PM

In regards to #9....can we say that this is only if there would be a tiered model? Like an AF-200 with p2 vs AF-100 with AVCHD? I know I would want the cheaper one.

Mike Harvey · 04-14-2010, 01:42 PM

In regards to #2... is that possible with AVCHD? I was under the impression it wasn't.

robertrogoz · 04-14-2010, 01:54 PM

This is my wish list:
LCD/VF- as sharp as EX1 and 2x the size
no ports behind LCD, so lcd doesn't have to be open to access them
Power supply plug not behind the battery
Power tap plug or some sort of battery system allowing using on-camera light or powering up Nanoflash
Optional HD-SDI to save cost. a vast majority of users doesn't need SDI- could be 2 versions like Canon HH and XL series with or without jetpack.
A wide angle lens with aperture F2.0 or 2.8 to take advantage of big sensor- a stock lens specific to this camera. (view angle equivalent to 24mm in 35mm camera)
I would also prefer CF cards instead of SDHC or even SDXC.
PLEEZE- if it is supposed to be a pro-camera, no autofocus should be implemented, nor any touch screen as well, but buttons only. If you want these features please buy a consumer camera- it will produce adequate picture. What pros need is professional controls not some half ass touch screen funk. in most situations you'll be using VF.
I also would like to see ISO instead of "gain"

ChipG · 04-14-2010, 02:11 PM

More than two xlr audio inputs, 3 would be ok, 4 better. Even mini xlr's on 3 and 4 would be cool. I shoot a lot of run n gun reality tv stuff and always have 3 or 4 wireless mics running per cam.

dcloud · 04-14-2010, 02:13 PM

well some may disagree but ill post anyway
-touch screen lcd

the touch screen should NOT replace the way to navigate the real button controls or menu of the camera.

its for special purposes like selective focus tracking on subjects, focus pulling, drag/panning during focus assist mode, etc...

lyrov · 04-14-2010, 02:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by robertrogoz

This is my wish list:
LCD/VF- as sharp as EX1 and 2x the size
no ports behind LCD, so lcd doesn't have to be open to access them
Power supply plug not behind the battery
Power tap plug or some sort of battery system allowing using on-camera light or powering up Nanoflash
Optional HD-SDI to save cost. a vast majority of users doesn't need SDI- could be 2 versions like Canon HH and XL series with or without jetpack.
A wide angle lens with aperture F2.0 or 2.8 to take advantage of big sensor- a stock lens specific to this camera. (view angle equivalent to 24mm in 35mm camera)
I would also prefer CF cards instead of SDHC or even SDXC.
PLEEZE- if it is supposed to be a pro-camera, no autofocus should be implemented, nor any touch screen as well, but buttons only. If you want these features please buy a consumer camera- it will produce adequate picture. What pros need is professional controls not some half ass touch screen funk. in most situations you'll be using VF.
I also would like to see ISO instead of "gain"

What is the problem with the autofocus?
I use it very often (when I need too) and I dont think that makes me ...less pro!!!
I bet there are many GH1 users loving it in their cam, and many 5D,7D users hating that they dont have it...!
There are situations where it can be REALY useful...
AUTOFOCUS please...

Ben_B · 04-14-2010, 02:15 PM

Yes, ISO instead of gain.

ChipG · 04-14-2010, 02:15 PM

AUTOFOCUS PLEASE! And a very fast one that doesn't hunt like previous panny cameras.

dcloud · 04-14-2010, 02:40 PM

Lets be productive and not shoot ideas down. Its up to panny to implement things so just post your suggestions and dont be counter productive

04-14-2010, 01:29 PM	#1
Luis Caffesse Magnified Moderator Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 9,571	AF-100 Wishlist/Suggestion Discussion Thread We did this for the HPX170 and it helped out greatly to get what we wanted on that camera. With the AF-100 slated for release at the end of 2010, hopefully we can get our voices heard once more. Please remember that this is a suggestion list... not a list of demands. We have no guarantee of having these suggestions implemented, all we can do is make sure Panasonic is aware of what the members here would like see. If you have a suggestion for what you would like to see in the AF-100, post it below. Please be reasonable and specific - and I will do my best to keep the list updated for easy reading. Click here to go to the Official AF-100 Wishlist & Suggestions post. __________________ Pitch Productions - HD Video Production in Austin, TX Latest Project: Project Rant Subscribe: YouTube, Facebook Read and comment about it here

04-14-2010, 01:42 PM	#3
Mike Harvey Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: In Renton, Washington... finalizing my plans for world conquest. Posts: 1,375	In regards to #2... is that possible with AVCHD? I was under the impression it wasn't. __________________ Working himself into a fevered pitch of indifference since 1978

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Ben_B Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Davis and Santa Cruz, CA Posts: 2,619	Yes, ISO instead of gain. __________________ "Can't stop the signal." http://www.vimeo.com/benbunch benbunchfilms.com

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04-14-2010, 01:31 PM	#2
Ben_B Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Davis and Santa Cruz, CA Posts: 2,619	In regards to #9....can we say that this is only if there would be a tiered model? Like an AF-200 with p2 vs AF-100 with AVCHD? I know I would want the cheaper one. __________________ "Can't stop the signal." http://www.vimeo.com/benbunch benbunchfilms.com

04-14-2010, 01:54 PM	#4
robertrogoz Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 151	This is my wish list: LCD/VF- as sharp as EX1 and 2x the size no ports behind LCD, so lcd doesn't have to be open to access them Power supply plug not behind the battery Power tap plug or some sort of battery system allowing using on-camera light or powering up Nanoflash Optional HD-SDI to save cost. a vast majority of users doesn't need SDI- could be 2 versions like Canon HH and XL series with or without jetpack. A wide angle lens with aperture F2.0 or 2.8 to take advantage of big sensor- a stock lens specific to this camera. (view angle equivalent to 24mm in 35mm camera) I would also prefer CF cards instead of SDHC or even SDXC. PLEEZE- if it is supposed to be a pro-camera, no autofocus should be implemented, nor any touch screen as well, but buttons only. If you want these features please buy a consumer camera- it will produce adequate picture. What pros need is professional controls not some half ass touch screen funk. in most situations you'll be using VF. I also would like to see ISO instead of "gain"

04-14-2010, 02:11 PM	#5
ChipG Bronze Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 3,996	More than two xlr audio inputs, 3 would be ok, 4 better. Even mini xlr's on 3 and 4 would be cool. I shoot a lot of run n gun reality tv stuff and always have 3 or 4 wireless mics running per cam.

04-14-2010, 02:13 PM	#6
dcloud Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Philippines Posts: 891	well some may disagree but ill post anyway -touch screen lcd the touch screen should NOT replace the way to navigate the real button controls or menu of the camera. its for special purposes like selective focus tracking on subjects, focus pulling, drag/panning during focus assist mode, etc...

04-14-2010, 02:40 PM	#10
dcloud Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Philippines Posts: 891	Lets be productive and not shoot ideas down. Its up to panny to implement things so just post your suggestions and dont be counter productive