How essential is a 5.6" monitor on an AF100 rig? Barry?

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Billygoat

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I know, or think I know that the simple answer is, you don't need one at all. But I'm asking those who've used this camera, especially on a shoulder rig or hand held, whether an external 5.6 with good internal focus peaking would be a good pickup when you really want to nail your shots' focus, exposure, when you're working quickly in a dynamic environment.

Thoughts? Barry?
 
I'm not Barry, obviously, but I'll add my two cents... If one has a good field monitor on the set, you can probably do fine with the built-in EVF & LCD; we had no problems focusing at f2.1.

On the other hand, a larger, high quality on camera monitor is convenient and can be positioned exactly where you need it. It's also very hand to have one for the AC or a client who prefers to be near the camera rather than the video village.

Good shooting and best regards,

Leo
 
Regardless of camera, this is an answer that is completely dependent on shooting style.

By the way and this is just my opinion alone - if posting a question, it should be posted in good taste so as not to address one individual, but the general public. If only one person's opinion matters, you can just private message him/her.

Kegan
 
I don't think a separate on-camera monitor is a necessity, nor would I advise you to worry about it until getting the camera and trying out the VF and LCD for yourself. The EVF is as high-res or higher than most external monitors anyway.

That said, the one feature I do miss is the expanded pixel-to-pixel focus. My BT-LH80 has that and I'm planning on using it in combination with the AF100, but that's not exactly an ideal handheld situation! That little monitor is awfully heavy. We had a SmallHD DP6 on the Verse shoot, and that was a kind of ideal size for an on-camera monitor.

But frankly, if it's just for focus that you're worried about, try the b&w EVF with the red focus assist before you shell out $600-$2000 for a monitor that you may find you don't actually need.
 
Hunter007 said:
Regardless of camera, this is an answer that is completely dependent on shooting style.

By the way and this is just my opinion alone - if posting a question, it should be posted in good taste so as not to address one individual, but the general public. If only one person's opinion matters, you can just private message him/her.

Kegan
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Thanks for the etiquette suggestion. But if you'd read my post, quoting from above: "But I'm asking those who've used this camera"...So I know Barry's used it, and I'm guessing the characteristics of the camera, size and quality of LCD, likely positioning of the camera on a shoulder rig, will all play into the suggestions one might have. I'm of course interested in everyone's opinion, but those who've used the camera might be better able to advise.
 
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One thing to consider is if you have a 1st AC that needs to follow focus from the dumb side of the camera. Having a monitor on the camera that you can turn to that side would be almost essential. Like has been said, it depends on your shooting style and the circumstances.
 
"...when you really want to nail your shots' focus, exposure, .."


I want to do that in any situation! (I do what it takes to achieve it.)
 
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