Does 24p really equal a "filmlook"?

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jkc123

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Hi guys.
I was wondering what would the big difference be between shooting a feature, that would not go out to film but only to dvd (hopefully TV as well), filmed shot for shot with the dvx or the xl-1(or any other 3ccd camera) . Would anyone be able to tell the difference between the two cameras in an identical shoot.
(Think of the Gus van Sant remake of Psycho)
I guess my real question is if I am not going transfer to film do I need to shoot in 24p?
If my market is straight to dvd or tv then what is the advantage of using the dvx as opposed to any other camera?
 
Re: Does 24p really equal a "filmlook"?

This board is FILLED with mighty tomes on the subject. Poke around some.

There's a HUGE difference between the cameras. 24p is unlike any video you've ever seen. It can't be described in words; you have to see it to truly appreciate it.

And yes, the difference is readily apparent whether it's blown up to film or on DVD.

I guess the question is, do you want your film to look like a film (DVX) or a soap opera (XL1)?
 
Re: Does 24p really equal a "filmlook"?

I don't know if you watch MTV but there is a show called "Wildboyz" and that show is filmed with several DVX100's giving it a unique film look. It looks to the audience as though the crew is using 16mm film cameras. It then to the audience looks better, like the movies. More professional.

To the eyes of the public 24p or 24pa (even more like film) IS film because that is what they are used to seeing as film. They don't understand the technical side of film cameras or video cameras. All they know is that a 29.97 NTSC standard video camera looks like a standard video camera, CHEAP, and film looks professional because that is what they are used to seeing in theatres. To them that is what professionals use. The DVX to the public is a Panavision camera or all they know. They have the same look and feel. Hope that makes sense, like David said it is hard to explain in words.
 
Re: Does 24p really equal a "filmlook"?

The 24p will blow your mind especially if comparing side by side with the "Jurassic XL1". DVD or Filmout; YES! You will most definatley be able to tell.
 
Re: Does 24p really equal a "filmlook"?

Email Promax (link) about their free 24p comparison DVD. They shot the same scene once with the DVX100 and once with a Sony PD-150. The differences are quite shocking. I was a DVX skeptic before watching this DVD, but not after! :)
 
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