Well, no, four years ago, Red announced the 3K Scarlet, which and had similar specs but was 3K (instead of 2.5K) and included an integrated 8x zoom lens. So somebody else "fathomed" something like the BCC. Only this time I expect it to actually be released.
Other: BlackMagic Cinema camera!!!! 2.5k for 3k...
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refocusedmedia
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Agreed. I asked them on their post if they had tried a Thunderbolt-HDMI adapter for their EVF. Other people have brought up their EVF as well. Hopefully they respond with some info.
thanks. yeah, I was wondering if that was possible. I still dont know if I should grab one around 500 or go the
cheapie route.
Heres a cheapie that gets raves and pans.
http://www.amazon.com/Tiffen-Sanfor...?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1334863547&sr=1-24
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thanks alot. yeah, these Libecs are sounding sweet for the LOW hi end.
Letzring
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"Cinema cameras" have never been (or ever will be) restricted to "studio type use". Location work has always been (and will remain) an important part of production. A legitimate camera needs to work well in both.
Supposedly we might see this become a reality in just a few days:
http://www.neowin.net/news/thunderbolt-support-for-windows-getting-closer
If it's the Fairchild sCMOS sensor, it's also capable of frame rates up to 100 fps with a rolling shutter and 50 fps with a global shutter. We've heard that it's a rolling shutter. If it is the Fairchild, then maybe global-shutter mode has a significantly lower dynamic range.I think this is true . I said earlier that the 13 stops of DR that Bm claimed was a safe one ...workable..It looks alot higher .
But we will know soon enough
Letzring
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We are getting a bit OT but: I recommend trying to find a good used Miller DS series, I see them going pretty regularly for under $1k. I don't like any of the Cartonis until you get to the Gamma series (which are pretty expensive). Manfrottos will do in a pinch as long as you don't need a demanding move (working with long lenses). Haven't used the Libec or any of the new Chinese heads. I prefer the Millers or Vintens to the smaller Sachtlers, larger Sachtler 18s, 20s and up are very good but very expensive especially on CF legs.
A good head and set of sticks is a worthwhile investment.
Danielvilliers
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I think I heard somebody say that the sensor was capable of more fps but the processing was not.
Agreed, there are far less people who own m4/3 lenses right now than there are EF lens owners. After all, who doesn't own a Canon DSLR these days? Very few people, methinks. For better or worse, it gives the BMC a greater mass appeal if the bulk of their potential customers already have the lenses to put in front of their new camera.
Yes its their new tornado. Ive been looking to see a video demo, especially if that cable can be shortened because I hate those long down by your waist handgrips.
Danielvilliers
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I guess a lot of people are going to be disappointed when they will have the camera because they won't understand its limitation. What I wanted at nab was just a large sensor camera head and output that could be captured. Guess what, this is much more than I expected and I understand the limitation to get that image quality. I won't say studio but controlled shooting and many won't be comfortable shooting with it.
Postmaster
Dark Side of the Camera
Nah, got me a used Vinten 20 head and sticks, for the same price as a new 504 and Manfrotto tripd.
The head alone weights 15 lbs, but get´s the job done, whatever you throw at it.
Frank
Zephyrnoid
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"I bought there steadicam {sp? } small rig, which I havent been able
to do much with { doesnt seem to balance or something} ,"
If you mean 'fig rig', it's great. I've used them for weddings. the steadycam merlin + clones are USELESS!
Zephyrnoid
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It doesn't have to be a true sealed pressurized fluid head to be effective of smooth. It simply has to be well engineered and used properly. The DS10 is not a true fluid head but the functionality is smooth ( and stiff ) and I never get 'jerks' off of it. The heavier my load the smoother my moves. True fluid heads are in the $2K-$20K range. look up cartoni
Absolutely, when I saw this camera with those handles on, first thing that came to mind, Fig Rig will fit this camera like a glove.
Zephyrnoid
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Listen. Pro advise here. Go the ebay used route. Save yourself the grief of upgrading to a decent kit in a year.
Just found this on the swamp. Offer the guy $1,200 and make the extra money up somehow. you will not be sorry and this is a much better head than my DS10.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Miller-Comp...60947959950?pt=US_Tripods&hash=item3cc1b5e08e
Oh and you can use it for the next 5-10 years.
Yes. Indeed.
Zephyrnoid
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And to think a certain someone sneered that they..."wouldn't ever use a Mac compliant interface...and we don't need no stinkin Thunderbolt, we've got HDMI " Not you but he knows who he is, smarty pants
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yeah, man, Im hearin ya. EBAY for this type item. But if its a great investment WHY sell it ? Ie:
how do you know a fluid head and sticks isnt trashed?
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no, I mean this:
http://www.amazon.com/Manfrotto-585...?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1334866825&sr=1-20
I think was rated higher when I bought it. was for my HV20 I think. Packs up sweet, but performance wise? havent got it adjust right i guess
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WOW that begs the ON topic question.
whats a great budget steady rig for the MAGIC cam?