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kenny

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Hi all

just got myself a dvx100 today after many weeks of trying to decide between pd170 and the dvx100.

It's a lot of money so i hope i picked the right one, in the end it was the audio that made my mind up.

The only gripe i might have is the x10 optics but looking to purchase a x1.6 tele lens for it, unless there are better out there?

anything i need to know as i'm takinging a big jump up from my current camcorder

kenny
 
Re: newbie

Well, take pride in your new purchase, because it is THE BEST mini dv camera out there. I doubt you will have any gripes about it, or any regrets in not getting the PD-170. First off, you may want to set up a few scene files with 24p, 30p, and 60i, just so you have some pre-sets. Second, do some experimentation. Go outside, shoot some trees or birds or even people, experiment with the DOF, rack focus's, manual zoom, etc etc. Basically just go shoot some random stuff, inside and out, edit it, and burn it to DVD and sit back and watch it on your tv and go "did I really shoot that? on mini DV?!", then post some frame grabs in the clips of footage/frame grabs section and get some feedback. Congratulations by the way.
 
Re: newbie

well got it and i read the manual but just where do i start, seems so many options to control.

Is there a guide somewhere on this site to help me along, i know theres a book but being in the uk it will take a while to arrive.

kenny
 
Re: newbie

Welcome to the forum kenny!
You will find tons of info here. If you have a specific question you can do a search of the forum, but the engine is a bit lame (sorry Jarred). Chances are your questions have already been answered somewhere. Just do a lot of reading - but it will take time. If you need faster help just post your question or ask for help with a problem.
I, and many many others, will suggest that you buy Barry Green's DVX Book/DVD. It is a true pearl in a nutshell.
In short, just start at the top in DVX News/Articles and work your way down. You will find the guides you need to get started and much more ...
 
Re: newbie

Thanks for that, just when you have been using a £400 camera and then step up to a £2500 theres a bit of difference

kenny
 
Re: newbie

I think you should just start shooting experimentally. Use each of the different scene files on a few varied subjects while taking some notes on what was used. Play it all back on the computer and then a TV, take more notes about how it all looks to you.
I found that locating the controls while shooting handheld was difficult, so I practiced that a lot. Doesn't do much good to know what they do if you can't find them ..
Whatever you do though try to keep the dirt out of your baby, even when stored.
 
Re: newbie

nice to have so many folk willing to help out, that's what the web is great for.

just ordered the book

kenny
 
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