hmc40 sports/fast movement tests?
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Take a look http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?t=183344
In the last part of the video I use the HMC40 to follow some agility dogs. That is likely more rigorous a test than most sports. It certainly shows skew, but you can decide for yourself if it is too bad for your use.
In the last part of the video I use the HMC40 to follow some agility dogs. That is likely more rigorous a test than most sports. It certainly shows skew, but you can decide for yourself if it is too bad for your use.
ZFHProductions
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I have used mine for shooting some wake-boarding/lake activities and some white-water Kayaking. You can see my footage at http://www.zfhproductions.com/Movies.html The two that say HD were shot with the HMC40.
I have also shot some bmx in pretty low light. The footage was kinda grainy due to high gain, but as for the picture and capturing the quick movements, it looks good.
I have also shot some bmx in pretty low light. The footage was kinda grainy due to high gain, but as for the picture and capturing the quick movements, it looks good.
Nice yak'n footage! Ok I think I'm sold on it now. I'm gonna mostly be using the 60p, as you were, and i think it looks great. Good job!
Ok now to find the best deal on the new camera!
Prices seem pretty well equal amongst all retailers. Are there any retailers offering anything extra. Battery/cards etc?
Ok now to find the best deal on the new camera!
Prices seem pretty well equal amongst all retailers. Are there any retailers offering anything extra. Battery/cards etc?
ZFHProductions
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I cannot remember exactly, but it was pretty high. Maybe 1000.
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Pretty much all of that was shot hand-held. I just got my tripod a few days ago so I did not have that to rely on.
Oh, you're steady...nice work. Your videos are quite a bit better than others I've seen. I'm curious if you wouldn't mind sharing:
1) Settings on the camera
2) Editing software
3) Exported compression settings, size, etc for web use
I'm really interested in this camera, but because nearly all my stuff is going to be shot handlheld, I'm worried about the 3mos sensor more than anything. The size of the camera is enticing...I wonder if a monopod and this camera would suffice...I'm just always moving around to catch the action, but a steady shot when panning is a must. That's the only thing I didn't see you do a lot of in your videos as panning. What's your thoughts? Are you shooting with OIS on all the time? 720/60p? Thanks for the help...you guys are in NC? Where at? I'm moving to Boone after I get married at the end of the year. My fiance lives there...
Chris
1) Settings on the camera
2) Editing software
3) Exported compression settings, size, etc for web use
I'm really interested in this camera, but because nearly all my stuff is going to be shot handlheld, I'm worried about the 3mos sensor more than anything. The size of the camera is enticing...I wonder if a monopod and this camera would suffice...I'm just always moving around to catch the action, but a steady shot when panning is a must. That's the only thing I didn't see you do a lot of in your videos as panning. What's your thoughts? Are you shooting with OIS on all the time? 720/60p? Thanks for the help...you guys are in NC? Where at? I'm moving to Boone after I get married at the end of the year. My fiance lives there...
Chris
ZFHProductions
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Pretty much everything was shot in either 720/60p or 1080/30p. OIS was on pretty much all the time. It seems to work very well.
I edit with Final Cut Pro and compress with Adobe Media Encoder to a F4V file at 960x540.
As far as panning goes, it seems to be good. I shot some DH mountain biking today and did a lot more panning. That video should be up sometime pretty soon.
I go to school at Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, NC.
I edit with Final Cut Pro and compress with Adobe Media Encoder to a F4V file at 960x540.
As far as panning goes, it seems to be good. I shot some DH mountain biking today and did a lot more panning. That video should be up sometime pretty soon.
I go to school at Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, NC.
That's great to hear, because your footage is the best I've seen, especially handheld. I was steering away from the camera based on some others I've seen, but I love the size of this camera and your footage is great. I look forward to see your latest footage...Most of my stuff is shot outdoors too, so I'm thinking it will be okay if the cmos sensors don't cause too much jello effect.
I'm curious, do you use the Adobe Media Encorder because the Final Cut Pro ones stink? I found that when I was experimenting with it the other day...it was very weird, but Premier's output just using their pre-selected youtube hd was much better than final cut's for some reason. But, I'm a total newbie, so trying to figure all this out.
Chris
I'm curious, do you use the Adobe Media Encorder because the Final Cut Pro ones stink? I found that when I was experimenting with it the other day...it was very weird, but Premier's output just using their pre-selected youtube hd was much better than final cut's for some reason. But, I'm a total newbie, so trying to figure all this out.
Chris
ZFHProductions
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Yeah. I cant seem to get compressor to get good flash files, so I used the Adobe Media Encoder which works great, and is quick.
ZFHProductions
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No. I don't ever use it. So I couldn't tell you.
I'm very tempted to buy this and do a bunch of test footage and post this up for everyone, because other than ZFH's stuff, I'm not seeing much more than tripod shot stills and very little action and handheld use. I'm very interested in the results, and impatient. 
I guess I could return it if it's not what I'm looking for...
Chris
I guess I could return it if it's not what I'm looking for...Chris
ZFHProductions
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Thats great to hear. I am sure you will enjoy it.