New DVX100 User - It Looks Green

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makoche

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I have a Sony VX2000 that I've shot on for a year and just got a used DVX100A as a studio time trade out (it was take the camera or don't get paid - I like cameras). I've edited footage from one of these cameras before. I love the 24p look and was excited to get it.

I've restored the original settings to it, done some indoor test shots with available light and have noticed a couple things comparing it to the VX2000. In low light it's much noiser, and in general, the camera has sort of a green look to it. In reviewing the previous footage from another camera I notice the same thing. Any thoughts on this? Am I expecting too much from the camera?

Also - the meter says 129 hours. Anyone know what the expected life span is on one of these.

Thanks
 
Re: New DVX100 User - It Looks Green

makoche- If you don't quite like the look you're getting, start experimenting with the many settings the DVX offers. You can tweak virtually every aspect of the image. You should be able to get a look that's pleasing to you. If not, you can always buy Barry's book and that'll get you started on the right track.
 
Re: New DVX100 User - It Looks Green

It normal that the DVX produce more noise in low light because it rated as 3lux minimum illumination and the vx2000 is rated at 2lux so there is a slighty difference. With the DVX, there is a way to reduce noise. Set the detail coring to +7.
 
Re: New DVX100 User - It Looks Green

Where the DVX really shines is when you are in total control of the lighting environment, then you can get some pretty spectacular images..
 
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