I shot outside last week for a couple of hours and my camera was exposed to the Southern California sun on a 95 degree day (on the end of a jib arm). The camera body itself was almost too hot to touch. While the heat didn't seem to cause any problems, I'm wondering if there is a small sun shade (mini umbrella?) that clips directly to the camera that I can use next time (should clip to the camera rather than the tripod or jib arm in case I want to shoot handheld.)
Sun Shade for DVX
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ajalali
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Re: Sun Shade for DVX
Hi - I'm shooting down here in HOT Florida, and had exactly the same question! I've seen small umbrellas that clip on to the back of beach chairs, but I think those might be too heavy to attach to the camera...
Has anyone seen a mini-umbrella that would be suitable for the DVX?
Hi - I'm shooting down here in HOT Florida, and had exactly the same question! I've seen small umbrellas that clip on to the back of beach chairs, but I think those might be too heavy to attach to the camera...
Has anyone seen a mini-umbrella that would be suitable for the DVX?
Z
Zoomforce
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Re: Sun Shade for DVX
use a white towel.. seriously.
but if you really want to be cool and have an umbrella..
http://www.mcphee.com/tiki/current/11088.html
use a white towel.. seriously.
but if you really want to be cool and have an umbrella..
http://www.mcphee.com/tiki/current/11088.html
HorseFilms
Look ma no hands
Re: Sun Shade for DVX
That's, quite possibly, the classiest piece of equipment a guy could have. Count me in. But not without the eye patch!
That's, quite possibly, the classiest piece of equipment a guy could have. Count me in. But not without the eye patch!
Mike_Donis
Veteran
Re: Sun Shade for DVX
LOL oh brother...Jarred I thought you had some high-tech thing that nobody's heard of...
When in fact we ALL have one of those
LOL oh brother...Jarred I thought you had some high-tech thing that nobody's heard of...
When in fact we ALL have one of those
Re: Sun Shade for DVX
You can also try a mylar space blanket, which is what you see on professional sets (along with umbrellas, of course). Camera places will have expensive ones, but any place that sells NASA products, like the Smithsonian or the NASA gift shop (maybe their web site?) will also have a gold mylar "blanket" for about 6 bucks. Drape it over the camera and secure with clothes pins.
You can also try a mylar space blanket, which is what you see on professional sets (along with umbrellas, of course). Camera places will have expensive ones, but any place that sells NASA products, like the Smithsonian or the NASA gift shop (maybe their web site?) will also have a gold mylar "blanket" for about 6 bucks. Drape it over the camera and secure with clothes pins.
Re: Sun Shade for DVX
..for that matter , you could just go to a craft store, or gift shop, and buy a roll of silver or gold wrapping paper. I use it for reflectors cause it works awsome and is super cheap, but i guess its got a second use now.
..and the pirate umbrella.. NO WAY JARRED!! ..dont you know that if your going to put an umbrella on your cam ..(or head) it HAS to be one like this:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=45257&item=3494999651&rd=1#ebayphotohosting
..that is SOOOOOO much cooler than a pirate. it shows your ...uh.. diversity.. and stuff.
..for that matter , you could just go to a craft store, or gift shop, and buy a roll of silver or gold wrapping paper. I use it for reflectors cause it works awsome and is super cheap, but i guess its got a second use now.
..and the pirate umbrella.. NO WAY JARRED!! ..dont you know that if your going to put an umbrella on your cam ..(or head) it HAS to be one like this:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=45257&item=3494999651&rd=1#ebayphotohosting
..that is SOOOOOO much cooler than a pirate. it shows your ...uh.. diversity.. and stuff.
Bill_Bolton
Well-known member
Re: Sun Shade for DVX
Loser, Is that you wearing that thing?
Loser, Is that you wearing that thing?
SafetyO
Well-known member
Re: Sun Shade for DVX
Why not go to Lowes and buy some of the foil/bubble insulation. 16" x 25' = $16.85. Cut what you need. Very light weight and stops the heat immediatly!
"Reflectix® is a 5/16" thick, seven layer, reflective insulation
Two outer layers of aluminum foil reflect 97% of radiant heat. Each layer of foil is bonded to a tough layer of polyethylene for strength.
Two inner layers of insulating bubble pack resist conductive heat flow while a center layer of polyethylene gives Reflectix® high reliability and strength.
Reflectix® reflects the sun's rays in the hot summer months. It also retains interior heat and helps to eliminate potentially damaging ice dams during the winter months. "
Why not go to Lowes and buy some of the foil/bubble insulation. 16" x 25' = $16.85. Cut what you need. Very light weight and stops the heat immediatly!
"Reflectix® is a 5/16" thick, seven layer, reflective insulation
Two outer layers of aluminum foil reflect 97% of radiant heat. Each layer of foil is bonded to a tough layer of polyethylene for strength.
Two inner layers of insulating bubble pack resist conductive heat flow while a center layer of polyethylene gives Reflectix® high reliability and strength.
Reflectix® reflects the sun's rays in the hot summer months. It also retains interior heat and helps to eliminate potentially damaging ice dams during the winter months. "
Mitch_Ives
Well-known member
Re: Sun Shade for DVX
[quote author=24Peter link=board=Links;num=1091058209;start=0#0 date=07/28/04 at 16:43:29]I shot outside last week for a couple of hours and my camera was exposed to the Southern California sun on a 95 degree day (on the end of a jib arm). The camera body itself was almost too hot to touch. While the heat didn't seem to cause any problems, I'm wondering if there is a small sun shade (mini umbrella?) that clips directly to the camera that I can use next time (should clip to the camera rather than the tripod or jib arm in case I want to shoot handheld.)[/quote]
I found this attachment for a golf unbrella that has a clamp on one end and a double ball design that lets you get it at any angle. I've clamped it on jibs, tripods, even the top handle of a large camera...
[quote author=24Peter link=board=Links;num=1091058209;start=0#0 date=07/28/04 at 16:43:29]I shot outside last week for a couple of hours and my camera was exposed to the Southern California sun on a 95 degree day (on the end of a jib arm). The camera body itself was almost too hot to touch. While the heat didn't seem to cause any problems, I'm wondering if there is a small sun shade (mini umbrella?) that clips directly to the camera that I can use next time (should clip to the camera rather than the tripod or jib arm in case I want to shoot handheld.)[/quote]
I found this attachment for a golf unbrella that has a clamp on one end and a double ball design that lets you get it at any angle. I've clamped it on jibs, tripods, even the top handle of a large camera...