Clerks X and the DVX

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XK101

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Hello everyone. I'm new to the board. I'm not a DVX owner but I would like to learn more about the camera and independent feature production in general -- and this seems like a great place to start!

I was prompted to learn more about the DVX after viewing the numerous extras (including a feature-length documentary) on the new Clerks X DVD set; alll were shot with DVX-100 equipment according to the credits. That was (as far as I know) the first footage I've seen shot with a DVX. I was very impressed with the detail and film look.

The above might have been better suited to the "DVX News" thread in one of the other forums. I was hoping, however, that someone who'd seen the footage in question might be willing to speculate on how it was created (settings used, etc.) for the benefit of me and my untrained eyes. Is the DVX capable of producing what is seen on the DVD in-camera or was a Filmlook-esque software used? How was the letterboxing done?

Thanks in advance!
 
Re: Clerks X and the DVX

The DVX can create that filmlook in-camera.

Have a look at the Screen Grabs section. You will find loads of examples there.

All the best

Fidel.
 
Re: Clerks X and the DVX

Speaking of Clerks - is anyone interested in the Clerks cartoon - first season on DVD? I accidentally bought this thinking it was the actual movie. I know - duhhhh - but I admit it.

It is still on my shelf - unwatched. If anyone wants it - I'll sell if for real cheap! Or maybe trade it for a few DVM63MQ or DVM63PQ tapes.

If anyone is interested - give me a shout! Sorry for the "off topic" interruption.

-declan
 
Re: Clerks X and the DVX

Declan, watch it, the cartoon is just as great as the movie (in a different way though)
 
Re: Clerks X and the DVX

Hey XK101, I was watching IFC the other night and the same special features stuff from the Clerks DVD aired. I too noticed the credits as it perked my attention when it said filmed with dvx's, fcp, ect...

Granted, it was late, and I wasn't particularly watching for anything spectacular, but I remember it looking pretty good (mostly talking head stuff). Regarding some of your interests, be sure to, like the others have mentioned, hang out in the Clips section -- you'll learn and see a lot of good stuff.

But as for the letterboxing, since you mentioned it, it's as easy as letting the camera do it for you, or simply applying a matte with the editor in post.

Cheers,
Josh
 
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