Recent content by mothmachine

I thought the difference was supposed to be about the depth of the softbox, because the parabolic adds more distance between the two pieces of diffusion. But what the video shows is that the difference in depth, being only a couple of inches, is perhaps to subtle to detect. It's only...

Shooting in a 10-bit codec is also important, yes? I am supposed to try to do some greenscreening on Monday, and I'm thinking I will need to record externally to an Atomos and record Prores 4:2:2.

I work with 59.97 fps footage a lot that I usually want to use as 23.97 fps on a 23.97 fps timeline. I need to use proxies to use this kind of footage (usually 4K DCI drone footage or Canon CRW), but when I make these, even if I make my own ingest presets, I can't seem to create proxy files of...

Thanks mcbob. I have a scrim jim setup similar to that demonstrated here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4aj2Dr2L-bY I just haven't had enough light to make it work (two astra 4x or one 650w Arri is what i've tried). The light cannon looks nice, but I don't have one. Maybe my 1000w DP open...

How do you usually make the booklight work? I've tried it a couple of times -- I need 2 astra 4x on full to get enough light to bounce off of unbleached muslin through 4x6" of 3/4" grid cloth. Looked good but it was barely enough to light one person about 3' or 4' away. I struggle to learn...

One thing Shane says I thought interesting, in the first video he says he never uses a fill light on the other side of the face from the key light, because it takes away from the nice shadow created by the key. In practice I guess this means he's working with spaces that are large enough that he...

This is mostly too sophisticated for me, since I mostly just shoot corporate interviews and not with $30,000 worth of lights, but some of it is still of interest for someone like me. If you really are into narraetive cinematography, I think this is pretty nice...

I bought this from Macvidcards.com probably 18 months ago, and it's still in great shape. Here is the listing (it's the 2 cables version) http://www.macvidcards.com/store/p94/Nvidia_GTX_1070_8GB.html JUST LISTED ON EBAY...

I don't know what these parts are called by Zacuto, but this configuration together can be used as a QR monitor mount with a DSLR attached. $90 shipped CONUS.

Works perfectly, includes two batteries and charger. cold shoe ball mount is included but the HDMI cable isn't. $425 shipped CONUS PS I also have a Zacuto DSLR monitor mount that it couples with I could throw in for another $50, I'll post a pic if anyone is interested.

Great condition, $250 shipped CONUS in original packaging.

Excellent condition, with original case and boxes -- $450 shipped CONUS. This lens is terrific! But I need Canon lenses now. (I'd gladly trade mine for a Canon version) I also have a Nikon->M43 speedbooster I used it with, if you're interested (the older version).

I got this in a bundle with a new camera, so it's unopened. I have a 7" Atomos Shogun, so I don't need this. I'll take a pic of the box if you like. $320 shipped CONUS!

I got this 4x4 Scrim Jim set. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1220035-REG/westcott_1891_n_4x4_scrim_jim_cine.html I know I could've just assembled it myself with PVC pipe but I thought this expense was probably worth it for the extra portability and ease of attaching the included silk...

$515 shipped. I'm looking to buy a speedbooster and need the cash, but this is a great lens. Will post pics soon.