recommended accessories for hpx170?
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Nick Walters
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Tripod, good mono Mic, P2 cards(the more the merrier), Extra batteries, extra charger, A book from Barry, lights, gels, black wrap, duvatyne, clothespins(C-47's), a few nice cases to store things in.
I could prolly go on and on, lol. There is never a lack of good equipment to invest in.
I could prolly go on and on, lol. There is never a lack of good equipment to invest in.
Hey Nick,
Sorry, I didn't express myself very well... I know what I need for production (and have that) but as to that camera specifically - is the 5400 mAh battery power adequate, or getting a second one, is it much better to have a 5600 mAh battery? Are there any specific adjustments to the hot shoe one would recommend as something I'd prob. want? Should I spring for some kind of zoom/focus controller because there's some difficulty with slow zooms or whatever (if any)?
thanks
Sorry, I didn't express myself very well... I know what I need for production (and have that) but as to that camera specifically - is the 5400 mAh battery power adequate, or getting a second one, is it much better to have a 5600 mAh battery? Are there any specific adjustments to the hot shoe one would recommend as something I'd prob. want? Should I spring for some kind of zoom/focus controller because there's some difficulty with slow zooms or whatever (if any)?
thanks
Nick Walters
Mentholated Member
For power, I've got 3 5400Mah batteries, and I do pretty well...although I've been thinking of getting 1-2 more as I usually end up lending out my batteries when there are more cameras.
Hot shoe wise, the only thing I stick in their now is a Mic holder. An external monitor(DP1, Manhattan LCD, or Marshall) along with a Noga arm, or something like that wouldn't hurt.
I also have seen quite a few people invest in on camera lights to slap in the shoe....I myself try to light with bigger off-camera lights and bounce boards, but it depends on what you're doing.
as for zoom/focus/iris, Varizoom makes some good stuff, and depending on what kinda work you'll be doing it could come in handy...especially if you have yourself an AC who can man the controls.
Also a wide angle can't hurt, but can be expensive...don't skimp and buy the first thing that pops up on E-bay....it can help alot when you're doing something in cramped quarters.
Hot shoe wise, the only thing I stick in their now is a Mic holder. An external monitor(DP1, Manhattan LCD, or Marshall) along with a Noga arm, or something like that wouldn't hurt.
I also have seen quite a few people invest in on camera lights to slap in the shoe....I myself try to light with bigger off-camera lights and bounce boards, but it depends on what you're doing.
as for zoom/focus/iris, Varizoom makes some good stuff, and depending on what kinda work you'll be doing it could come in handy...especially if you have yourself an AC who can man the controls.
Also a wide angle can't hurt, but can be expensive...don't skimp and buy the first thing that pops up on E-bay....it can help alot when you're doing something in cramped quarters.
Manfrotto focus iris remote
Manfrotto focus iris remote
Have at least 3 batteries. The DVX user batteries are great. Also Manfrotto makes a very good focus and iris remote that works well with the 170. Here's a pic - http://web.mac.com/bob8851/Camhandle/How_It_Works.html Also you'll probably want a zoom remote and a Hoodman lcd shade.
Bob Franco
Manfrotto focus iris remote
Have at least 3 batteries. The DVX user batteries are great. Also Manfrotto makes a very good focus and iris remote that works well with the 170. Here's a pic - http://web.mac.com/bob8851/Camhandle/How_It_Works.html Also you'll probably want a zoom remote and a Hoodman lcd shade.
Bob Franco