Question for Bill Turner.

[Jim Brennan]

Re: Question for Bill Turner.

I would think that durability would be an issue in cheaper models

 

[Jaime Valles]

Re: Question for Bill Turner.

[quote author=Slimothy link=board=news;num=1101515407;start=15#19 date=11/30/04 at 13:47:04]Also: How EXACTLY do you pronounce mattebox? Is it (Matt-tay-box)? Shows how much I know.... [/quote]

I think it's "mat-box".

I, for one, would definitely buy a low cost mattebox/sunshade that allowed for rotating filters and didn't vignette in wide angle. So far, the only one that comes close is the Formatt. But the built-in mic gets in the way.

As far as a Mini35 for the masses, I really don't think that's something that would sell very well. Most people don't want a very hard-to-control shallow depth of field, unless they're doing narrative fiction films. Those that do need it can always rent.

In a few years, we'll probably have single-chip cameras (like the Kinetta) that allow for standard mount lenses, so the Mini35 will not be necessary.

I really want a Kinetta...

 

[mickeloaf]

Re: Question for Bill Turner.

Cavision makes some low cost products, they target the indie filmmakers, their products are hard to find, although B&H carries a few.