Another FS100 short horror film

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Kyle McConaghy

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Hi, everyone. I've been shooting a short horror thriller with the FS100. I've been very pleased with the results thus far. Here are some early takeaways. I have more info and still frames info at my blog...

http://strappingproduction.com/sp/industry-talk/shortfilmsonyfs100


- i like the look of the FS100 with FD glass more than the Zeiss 16-35 and Rokinon 35mm lenses. There is something more natural about it
- better to crank up the ISO to get proper exposure than underexpose at a lower ISO. Should have known that, but you'll get a cleaner image, even with the higher ISO
- this footage grades so well.
- the firmware upgrade rules
- if you have markers on, your histogram and other settings will not appear on your external monitor
- if you have you grandma in your film DO NOT SHOOT WITH HER UNTIL SHE ALMOST DIES

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Cool project. Lots of rave reviews of FD glass on the FS100. I like the way things look with my Rokkors, might have to pick up a couple FD lenses to compare...
 
Yep, the FD glass looks lovely.

Kyle, what lens was it?

I'm definitely tempted to get some FD glass. I found a vivitar series 1 28-90 2.8-3.6 for £20.

Any recommendations would be welcome.
 
Nirv said:
I'm definitely tempted to get some FD glass. I found a vivitar series 1 28-90 2.8-3.6 for £20.

Any recommendations would be welcome.
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nirv, i was lucky enough to pick up these from a fellow user. (If you can't see the link, one was a Vivitar 70-210 series1. Now that lens I haven't had much use for (yet), but it seems pretty nice with some quick tests.

The other two I use a ton. A tokina 28mm 2.8. Great semi-wide lens.

And a Canon 50mm that sings @ 1.4. We shot a commercial yesterday, I hope to be able to post the footage in the near future. Very fun to work with for rack focus shots.

The thing that everyone has mentioned is that they are built like tanks. Modern day EF lenses seem so lightweight and junky in comparison with tons of plastic construction.

Sorry for the threadjack, Kyle. I would also be curious what FD lenses you are using/liking. :beer:
 
Ha, no worries Deepfocus. I too have used the 50mm 1.4 SSC with great results. The only thing with FD lenses: ebay people kind of suck when it comes to disclosing dust, fungus, etc. I'm 1/3 on FD lenses from ebay. So make sure you are buying from people who allow returns!
 
Kyle McConaghy said:
Ha, no worries Deepfocus. I too have used the 50mm 1.4 SSC with great results. The only thing with FD lenses: ebay people kind of suck when it comes to disclosing dust, fungus, etc. I'm 1/3 on FD lenses from ebay. So make sure you are buying from people who allow returns!
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What about B&H? I bought all my 6 FD lenses from them and they are in pretty good condition.
 
Nirv said:
Yep, the FD glass looks lovely.

Kyle, what lens was it?

I'm definitely tempted to get some FD glass. I found a vivitar series 1 28-90 2.8-3.6 for £20.

Any recommendations would be welcome.
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Try the Zuikos as well, i did a load of comparisons of many different lenses and found the OM Zuikos to be a little better built and the quality was slightly better. They were quite similar to the FDs. The only downside with the Zuikos is that they have the aperture ring at the front of the barrel so depending on your setup that could be awkward. They are also generally smaller overall, so i remember you saying you liked a compact rig and that may work for you.

If you want real vintage look though, and as the FS has such a short flange distance, get some old Canon rangefinder glass - beautiful flares, skin renditioning and 'look'. I have a 50mm f1.2 which has been through some hard times and you can tell that! I'm hoping to shoot a music video with them as a test.

Like Kyle, i'm always torn between the zeiss look and vintage. I prefer the zeiss overall but there are times and places where the old glass can look great. Don't underestimate the contax zeiss lenses, they are fantastic and still cheaper than the new Zeiss SLR stuff. Although i'm still collecting those...

cheers
paul
 
paulcurtis said:
Try the Zuikos as well, i did a load of comparisons of many different lenses and found the OM Zuikos to be a little better built and the quality was slightly better. They were quite similar to the FDs. The only downside with the Zuikos is that they have the aperture ring at the front of the barrel so depending on your setup that could be awkward. They are also generally smaller overall, so i remember you saying you liked a compact rig and that may work for you.

If you want real vintage look though, and as the FS has such a short flange distance, get some old Canon rangefinder glass - beautiful flares, skin renditioning and 'look'. I have a 50mm f1.2 which has been through some hard times and you can tell that! I'm hoping to shoot a music video with them as a test.

Like Kyle, i'm always torn between the zeiss look and vintage. I prefer the zeiss overall but there are times and places where the old glass can look great. Don't underestimate the contax zeiss lenses, they are fantastic and still cheaper than the new Zeiss SLR stuff. Although i'm still collecting those...

cheers
paul
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You star!

Thanks for the advice, great steer on the Zuikos. I actually have a mint 30 year old 50mm f1.8 on an old OM10 that I could try.

I will certainly look out for more Zuikos and probably go for OM based lenses in. Which particular Zuiko zoom would you recommend? The reason I was attracted to the Vivitar was the speed but I understand it is heavy but not exactly sure of its weight.

Could you advise what adapter I need for the rangefinder lenses please?

Perhaps we should have a "vintage" lens thread where people can offer suggestions. I'm after softer less contrasty lenses with good bokeh for a less digital look.

Cheers
 
Nirv,

I've started a separate thread. Took me a while as i only saw your reply recently. So rather than hijack this thread perhaps we can build that vintage lenses thread up a bit

cheers
paul
 
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