[JordanLee]

Since no ones really made one before I thought I'd be the first to set one up.

I started out with my trusty old XSi back in 2008 and used it for 2 years before I upgraded to my 7D last June. Was pretty stoked watching Vimeo reviews and what it could do but when I got it I felt so beginner with my shaky videos which took an eternity to edit. I pretty much gave up on shooting video cause my workflow was all over the place.

Now I've decided to go all out and strictly shoot video for the summer, I bought a Rode Videomic (on it's way) and I'm using a Flycam Nano (Glidecam knock off) with:

Tokina 11-16 2.8
Canon 17-55 2.8
Canon 35 1.4L

The Flycam is unREAL for being like $115. It adds a lot of production value and its super smooth. I posted it on the forums before and thought I'd show you guys how it is. (Video at end of thread)

http://cheesycam.com/images/flycam-nano.jpg

I plan on getting an Indislider mini or Konovo roller bearing slider soon for RS meets.

Next on the list too is the Cowboy Studios $30 shoulder mount and maybe the Rig X by Express 35. $300 for a legit no handed shoulder mount and rail/grip combo is a pretty good price.

Vimeo review:

Review: Cowboy Studio Shoulder Rig Part II on Vimeo

What's everyone shooting with nowadays? Anyone have any hints or tips with regards to equipment? I'm trying to keep the cost down with the indie equipment as you can tell with all the knock offs. I saw Senna's post and his set up is pretty amazing.

www.cheesycam.com is a great resource that I follow religously.

Video I shot the Dubberz Spring UnSprung meet with 2 weeks ago. The wind made some of the shoots slightly slanted but you get the idea. It's impossible to shoot that by hand.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=egRze5gtjx0

Let's try and make this the equipment and chat thread for new and upcoming DSLR Indie shooters.

[J____]

there was a review done on flycam and it was a bit hard to keep balanced. The merlin was much better/easier setup, but more expensive. I bought the u3x, it's ok but the bending thing is anoying and can shift the balance if you bend it by accident. I also made a slider from a tile cutter haha

u3x:
http://i.ebayimg.com/24/!CBwwDhgCGk~$(KGrHqUOKicEzVn3iSn2BNI5k+I,rw~~_1.JP G?set_id=8800005007

[JordanLee]

That U3X looks pretty promising. Wish I saw that when I was on the stabilizer hunt. I like how the gimbal is underneath so you don't get as tired. I can balance my Flycam pretty fast. I thought about sticking earth magnets underneath so I can shift the weights fast to fine tune it. Now I just need some quick release plates. Thinking of getting a couple of these:

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/554141-REG/Manfrotto_323_323_RC2_System_Quick.html

[Senna4ever]

What's everyone shooting with nowadays? Anyone have any hints or tips with regards to equipment? I'm trying to keep the cost down with the indie equipment as you can tell with all the knock offs. I saw Senna's post and his set up is pretty amazing.

You ain't seen nuthin' yet! :)
Coming soon:
http://www.marshallmonitors.com/products/monitors/V-LCD651STX-HDMI/index.html
http://www.cinevate.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=223&osCsid=f337aa4b7d4198504e6fdda974aa99d7
http://www.cinevate.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=221

What we've seen with knock-off's is that even though they look like they might do the job, they're often more difficult to use, as the balance is off, or the knobs don't tighten very tight, etc... I guess for the consumer, they're fine, but I've seen a lot of pros who bought the knock-offs only to come in and ask about/buy the brand name product, as (for example) the balance of a Glidecam knock-off was totally off centre.

[JordanLee]

I just bought one of these on eBay. Looks really beefy for the price. Uses standard rod sizes so I can use a plethora of accessories out there.

http://i.ebayimg.com/00/$(KGrHqUOKjkE1v7w!ogyBNlUSnjMdQ~~_3.JPG

[Senna4ever]

I just bought one of these on eBay. Looks really beefy for the price. Uses standard rod sizes so I can use a plethora of accessories out there.

http://i.ebayimg.com/00/$(KGrHqUOKjkE1v7w!ogyBNlUSnjMdQ~~_3.JPG
What brand is that? Looks like a Zacuto knock-off.

[Senna4ever]

New toys: Cinevate Deluxe DSLR Rig, Cinevate Cyclops DSLR Viewfinder, RODE Stereo VideoMic.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Senna4ever/Forum%20crap/DSC07983.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Senna4ever/Forum%20crap/DSC07987.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Senna4ever/Forum%20crap/DSC07988.jpg

[J____]

i'm using a 4" car reverse LCD monitor that cost me $19 as my monitor lol. I could of gone with a 7" for $25 but i didnt want it too big. No point in getting a $700 HD monitor as the 5dmk2 doesnt even output HD when recording.


jason: cinevate isn't really low cost. It's great if you're shooting for a business, but if its just for a hobby, it's doesn't really make sense to spend that much money on rigs and sliders.

[Senna4ever]

^^ Really? where did you get it, and what's the resolution?

[JordanLee]

What I bought was called a Gini Rig. I spent $300 CAD shipped to my door from Korea haha. Counter balance, monitor arm, shoulder pad, long enough rods to mount a 70-200 and a lens brace in case I do run a telephoto. The guy makes a bunch of different ones. Even copying the Target Shooter type Zacuto. Smoking price.


http://shop.ebay.ca/gini-2011/m.html?_trksid=p4340.l2562

More pics (this isnt the exact model I bought but just showing the quality.)


http://img218.imageshack.us/img218/4104/ginirigshouderopdegrond.jpg

http://img27.imageshack.us/img27/6784/ginirigschouder.jpg

The gini rig modular shoulder mount rail system for HDSLR cameras on Vimeo

[Senna4ever]

jason: cinevate isn't really low cost. It's great if you're shooting for a business, but if its just for a hobby, it's doesn't really make sense to spend that much money on rigs and sliders.
I never said Cinevate was low cost - they're high end for sure. Using low quality gear is fine if you're an amateur for sure, as it probably won't wear out as fast as in a professional setting but the one thing I won't compromise on is the follow focus. The cheap brands have too much play in the gearing.

[J____]

i did a test shot with the U3X when i got it. I'm still not used to it and can't control the up/down sway too well.

U3X camera stabilizer test on Vimeo


and here is my diy tile cutter slider

DIY Slider Test on Vimeo


both shot with 5dmk2, 24-85mm in the steadicam test and 50mm 1.4 in the slider. L glass was too heavy for the steadicam.

[J____]

^^ Really? where did you get it, and what's the resolution?

resolution is 1440x272. With the 5dmk2's output with this, it's not sharp enough to pull focus accurately, but it's enough to frame the image with low shots. The 7 inch might be way better for pull focus. But then again for $20 i'm not complaining.
http://cgi.ebay.com/New-4-3-TFT-LCD-Car-Rear-reverse-RearView-Color-Monitor-/110685477971?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item19c55e5c53#ht_3436wt_905

Use these battery packs to power it:
http://shop.ebay.com/sis.html?_kw=DC+12V+2800mAh+Super+Rechargeable+Lit hium-ion+Battery&_id=220711103128

and this to attach it to places:
http://shop.ebay.com/sis.html?_kw=360%C2%B0+Flash+Shoe+Umbrella+Holder+ Ball+Head+Light+Stand&_id=320656633328

[JordanLee]

Got my rig from Korea in less then 3 days with no taxes or duty. Phew.

Build quality is amazing for being $300. I first had the Rode on the hotshoe but then put it on the monitor arm for shits n giggles. Looks pretty sweet nonetheless. The shoulder mount isnt the greatest considering it's pretty hard. So I'm going to take that $30 Cowboy Studios shoulder mount and try to mount it to this to try to make it almost completely balanced on my shoulder.

Pics:

Rode mounted to hotshoe

http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t157/Got_VTEC/IMG_20110518_005518.jpg

Rode mounted to monitor arm

http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t157/Got_VTEC/IMG_2584.jpg

http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t157/Got_VTEC/IMG_20110518_022604.jpg

http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t157/Got_VTEC/IMG_20110518_022630.jpg

[Senna4ever]

Next you'll need a rear LCD viewfinder.

[JordanLee]

It's on it's way :). I bought this LCDVF knock off for $40 lol.

Oh by the way I emailed Bluestar yesterday and a CSR got back to me in an hour. She said Hollynorth and Panavision Vancouver in Burnaby should carry them. I'm going to drive by on my way home to see if I can pick one up.

[Senna4ever]

Oh, yeah...forgot about those guys. Lorne Lapham may have something like that too.

[Manic!]

Found this on RFD's.
7 inch portable battery powered TV. Might be good as a monitor.


http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16889263090&cm_re=portable_tv-_-89-263-090-_-Product

http://forums.redflagdeals.com/merged-haier-7-portable-lcd-tv-external-monitor-refurb-30-7-49-shipping-ne-1002610/

[Senna4ever]

^^^ No HDMI input or standard 1/4 inch thread.

[M-tech]

Couple friends and I made this a few months ago with a T3i I bought a day before. All we had was a tripod and a camera car and we were only able to film for about 40 minutes before it started to rain hard. Let me know what you guys think! (Comp can't handle full 1080p so I had to settle and edit in 720:()

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ikKRttQbbFE

[604778]

^^ Pretty sweet.

[Volvoman]

Was at CBC tonight, noticed this sweet rig. Yes, he was with CBC

http://members.shaw.ca/volvoman/index/Pictures/canucks/DSC_0434.jpg

http://members.shaw.ca/volvoman/index/Pictures/canucks/DSC_0435.jpg

[JordanLee]

Anyone know of a good budget slider? Looked at indiesystems but really like the idea of roller bearings over friction. Might want to rent one this weekend for a day.
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[Matsuda]

Jordan, you should come out to one of our car shoots and film us =D

[!Aznboi128]

not sure if you guys saw this but decent price

http://www.dealextreme.com/p/multi-function-shoulder-rig-for-dslr-cameras-65789

but then I looked into this

http://cheesycam.com/diy-dslr-rig-four-thirds-rig/

[J____]

Anyone know of a good budget slider? Looked at indiesystems but really like the idea of roller bearings over friction. Might want to rent one this weekend for a day.
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i can lend you my diy one i made for fun haha. it's got it's bugs but it works. check out the video i posted up top

[Senna4ever]

Anyone know of a good budget slider? Looked at indiesystems but really like the idea of roller bearings over friction. Might want to rent one this weekend for a day.
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How about this?
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Senna4ever/Forum%20crap/_DSC4262-Edit.jpg

[JordanLee]

J- Sweet sounds good, I might take your offer on that. Going to Leavenworth for the Volkswagen meet.

Senna- Is that a Cinevate? Do you guys rent em out?

[Senna4ever]

Yep. Cinevate Pegasus carbon rail slider with table dolly.

[JordanLee]

Just finished making this today for the StanceWars show in Bellevue. I'm going to hold off on a new body and invest in a slider, crane and maybe a Glidecam 4000. Check it out:

StanceWars 2011 on Vimeo

[!Aznboi128]

anyone build a diy steadicam?

[JordanLee]

Are you trying to fly a DSLR or a smaller camera? I've seen people use the ball head as a gimbal and shoot with it pretty steady. Or people use the PVC and bearings and make their own. It's super tedious though. If you want Jimmy I can sell you my Flycam and you can call it a day. It can hold a pretty good weight.

[gars]

you should get this....

A Quality Video Crane/Jib For Only $125 | Fstoppers (http://fstoppers.com/a-quality-video-cranejib-for-only-125)

[JordanLee]

Yeah I saw this on Cheesycam! I was going to buy it this week but its out of stock! The other 8ft ones on eBay dont use bearings :(. I'll just wait till they come back in stock. Olivia is pretty easy on the eyes in that video:love:

[buddha1]

what does everyone use to edit their videos??

[!Aznboi128]

Are you trying to fly a DSLR or a smaller camera? I've seen people use the ball head as a gimbal and shoot with it pretty steady. Or people use the PVC and bearings and make their own. It's super tedious though. If you want Jimmy I can sell you my Flycam and you can call it a day. It can hold a pretty good weight.
um... what does that look like?

I got a nex5 w/ my nikon lens + d7000 so weight might be an issue

[JordanLee]

DIY steadicam camera stabilizer (http://diycamera.com/stabiliser/index.html)

The one I'm selling looks like this:

http://www.thecinecity.com/Flycam/nano-6.jpg

The video up above was shot with it. It can take a Tokina + D7000 no problem.

[J____]

Gonna go play with video and my datsun later. Anyone wanna come? Gonna be around richmond probably check out those fake sand dunes
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[JordanLee]

I'm down but Im not free until 11-12 or so :(. I just picked up my new lens too!

http://img838.imageshack.us/img838/3903/canon7dfl12.jpg

Excuse the shitty picture. Taken with an iPhone.

[J____]

Jordan I tried out my diy slider today. thing sucks haha. not smooth. Gonna ditch it and buy a indislider

[JordanLee]

I just bought a Konova Roller Bearing Slider on eBay. Thing looks damn smooth
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[J____]

nice that looks sweet! pricey though

[JordanLee]

what does everyone use to edit their videos??

Hey bud, sorry didn't see your question earlier. I edit on Adobe Premier Pro with the Magic Bullet Colourista Free add on. Most go this route or use Final Cut (if you have a Mac). Sony Vegas is another alternative.

[J____]

Hey bud, sorry didn't see your question earlier. I edit on Adobe Premier Pro with the Magic Bullet Colourista Free add on. Most go this route or use Final Cut (if you have a Mac). Sony Vegas is another alternative.

where do u get the free plugin?

[JordanLee]

Red Giant - Products - Magic Bullet Colorista Free 1.0 (http://www.redgiantsoftware.com/products/all/magic-bullet-colorista-free/)

:)

[J____]

I picked up a Vari ND filter. I was torn between a $400 singh-ray (excellent quality) or a $125 lightcraft workshop (poor blurry iq). Then i found this company in Shanghai called GreenL that made a $39 one. I bought it and holy shit! cheap + sharp sharp sharp! made a review with sample shots for those looking for a vari ND for video + photo

A vari-ND review (http://jacksonzhao.com/blog/2011/07/a-vari-nd-review/)

[JordanLee]

I found out some of the Singh Ray ones also have a CPL built in too which would be pretty sick for a 3 in one filter. Yeah I'm going to have to invest in one soon. I had to shoot some of my videos at like F16-F22 because of the 1/50th shutter speed for 24fps andit actually reduced sharpness but it was necessary or else the entire video was blown out.

Thanks for the vari nd review. Def need to look into them.

[J____]

well u can shoot at F1.4 but just need to bump to 1/xxxx and end up with a saving private ryan looking film haha

[JordanLee]

Which in some cases looks absolutely terrible. The 180 rule for video helps out so much with the cine look. Just as I typed this the mail man dropped off my slider. From Korea to my house in less then 4 days. Impressed. I'll make a review shortly!

[JordanLee]

Bunk Racing Integra Type R on Vimeo

Music somehow went out of sync when I was putting the clips together. My bad :(.

[Matsuda]

Jordan we want to hook this up to your car

‪Chapman G3 Gyro Head W/ Super Vibration Isolator (part 1)‬‏ - YouTube

[Fuhrër-Z]

Anyone running a canon APS-C? Got a 7D and am trying to decide between 11-16 tokina or a 17-40L.. Leaning heavily towards the L, but I could really use the width of the tokina.

[JordanLee]

Way to go Bill, your post that you stole from Richard, totally killed my 2nd page! GAH

Fuhrer: All my vids are shot on a 7D, works great! If you're sticking with the APS-C then get the Tokina, the 17-40L will hurt you big time at night with f/4. The Tokina is DAMN sharp too. Not to mention it can fit on a FF at 16mm which is pretty cool still.

[Matsuda]

Yea I stole that shit!

[RCubed]

Way to go Bill, your post that you stole from Richard, totally killed my 2nd page! GAH

Stupid Bill.
Bump! :fullofwin:
Bunk Racing Integra Type R Teaser on Vimeo

[Fuhrër-Z]

Fuhrer: All my vids are shot on a 7D, works great! If you're sticking with the APS-C then get the Tokina, the 17-40L will hurt you big time at night with f/4. The Tokina is DAMN sharp too. Not to mention it can fit on a FF at 16mm which is pretty cool still.

Dope, I just didn't know about the sharpness of the tokina, since I'm comparing it to a L lens. One more quick question for ya, at what point are you getting barrel distortion with the tokina? I know at 11m it's almost fish eye like, and at 16 on the crop sensor it isn't noticeable, but what about in between?

[JordanLee]

In no way is 11mm close to a fisheye. Its distortion is typical of an UWA. My friend has the 8-16mm and thats almost fisheye but still very manageable.

Examples of my Tokina:

11mm:

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4131/5095608515_a75631eb08_z.jpg

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5088/5237109949_fcba50e58a_z.jpg

12mm:

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5249/5260287152_431ab1a509_z.jpg

However, my friends 8-16mm Sigma:

8mm:
http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5091/5549166688_a16e3c63dc_z.jpg

[Fuhrër-Z]

^ Tokina will be my next purchase, thank you good sir!

[XplicitLuder]

i swear i've seen that Type R by my house D: on holmes/Lee street, just as i got out of my car ;p sweet car and sexy teaser!

[JordanLee]

i swear i've seen that Type R by my house D: on holmes/Lee street, just as i got out of my car ;p sweet car and sexy teaser!

Oh, are you around that black Prelude with the "You Like This" sticker? Yeah I live around that area and go that way to get to Richmond all the time. I saw you with Jivan the other night coming out of DTP. I was taking video for this clip haha.

[XplicitLuder]

Oh, are you around that black Prelude with the "You Like This" sticker? Yeah I live around that area and go that way to get to Richmond all the time. I saw you with Jivan the other night coming out of DTP. I was taking video for this clip haha.

haha yee that's my prelude and i live right there :P but i do not know of a Jivan D: and i didnt go to DTP ;p but nice nice! next time i see you or you see me stop by and say hello haha

[gars]

I picked up a Vari ND filter. I was torn between a $400 singh-ray (excellent quality) or a $125 lightcraft workshop (poor blurry iq). Then i found this company in Shanghai called GreenL that made a $39 one. I bought it and holy shit! cheap + sharp sharp sharp! made a review with sample shots for those looking for a vari ND for video + photo

A vari-ND review (http://jacksonzhao.com/blog/2011/07/a-vari-nd-review/)

You still think it's worth getting?

I checked today and the price has dropped.

[J____]

You still think it's worth getting?

I checked today and the price has dropped.

ya totally worth it. Better than the $175 lightshop one. Wtf they dropped price, i paid $40 =( but still worth it


btw anyone knw wordpress coding? My blog got hacked and it keeps getting injected with pill links. I thought I got rid of it but I guess not..

[JordanLee]

So I finally got my 5D MarkII and just installed Magic Lantern AJ 5.8, does anyone know how to set up the automated focus racking feature? I dont even have the Blue R icon on the top of my settings.

On a side note, this camera handles low light like a champ... miles ahead of my 7D.

[JordanLee]

Anyone with a fluid head I can borrow for Saturday? :)

[BeeBeeSix]

hey Jordan,

was wondering which of the gini did you order? like what is the actual name of it.
also can you do a small review of it? i know you mentioned the build quality is superb.

you mentioned that it has rods long enough for 70-200, can you show a pic with that setup?

thanks for answering :D

[JordanLee]

I ordered the Magic 17 Plus or something with the counter weight. I'm actually thinking about selling it though so if anyones interested let me know. I think I've settled more into using a Glidecam and slider for the shoots I tend to do. I'll try and get some more pics with different lenses on it so everyone can see.

[GDChoi]

group buy steadicam now

[Lomac]

Anyone with a fluid head I can borrow for Saturday? :)

Damn, saw this a day too late. I had a spare you could have used. :( lol

I think we need to go out and do a video shoot one of these days!

[insomniac]

i havent filmed a single video yet. i wanna try especially this slow motion stuff. is the slow motion just editing or is there a lot of equipment involved? what programs do you guys recommend me starting off with for editing?


8 Hours in Brooklyn on Vimeo

[ForbiddenX]

There's actually cameras that are used specifically for slow motion.

You can always edit the slow motion but it will never look as clean as opposed to an actual shot with a slow motion camera.

There are cameras that do like 1000fps or something crazy like that.

As for programs:
Adobe Premiere Pro
Sony Vegas
Final Cut (OSX)

and Adobe After Effects for SFX

[skyxx]

^ Don't need a Slow motion camera. Just overcrank/shoot your DSLR in 60FPS then conform it to 30fps. You can use cineform to do the conforming. it's quite easy.

[JordanLee]

For that footage, a high FPS camera must have been used. Slowing 60fps to 24 or 30 wont look that good.

[skyxx]

^ Like the vimeo discription states, it's using a Phantom Flex camera.

[K-Dub]

7D 1000 fps on Vimeo

twixtor?

[skyxx]

Twixtor actually works quite well. It's been proven with many short films. :) Good stuff!

[insomniac]

i might be asking for too much but are there any good cheap diy camera slider tutorials? something i can mount on my tripod?
i saw this guy's slider down in the states haha
http://a8.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/223034_10150344756482345_513332344_9417656_6109729 _n.jpg

[JordanLee]

The cheapest solution for that kind of slider is going to run around 150$. The one he's using is called a Motion Slider (search it on eBay). Or build your own from the DIY IGUS kits. You cut the rails and mount the tray etc. It's a really cost effective solution. However, these are friction based systems. The more weight you have on the more momentum and more drag. They're also susceptible to dust etc. Roller bearing sliders such as the Konova units and other higher end systems (300$+) are much smoother and the bearings will need occasional lube. The SUPER cheap way is to mount your tripod on a big board will angled roller blade wheels on a ladder. But it's super cumbersome and big.

I tried using a DIY one J_____ lent me but the friction and wobbly ballhead doesnt make for good footage.

You can borrow my Konova to try out if you want.

[insomniac]

damn, i was actually hoping a diy one like that would be like $20 LOL :(
filming is so much more expensive than just taking pics :/
i guess i have to round up ore money before i get into this :/
im just gonna use a longboard for now but i bet its gonna be shakey lol

thanks alot for the info Jordan !

[skyxx]

You can build one using wood. Get those premade wooden tracks and find a wooden plate and attatch wooden wheels to it! I've seen some dude use it and it was quite smooth. Most of the time you won't use the sound anyway so any noise made by it will not be an issue.

http://www.toycollector.com/hwdphotos/originals/9141/1232/track_019.jpg

Just find some wooden tracks off craiglist or something. :lol. Now that's truly DIY.

damn, i was actually hoping a diy one like that would be like $20 LOL :(
filming is so much more expensive than just taking pics :/
i guess i have to round up ore money before i get into this :/
im just gonna use a longboard for now but i bet its gonna be shakey lol

thanks alot for the info Jordan !

In the Video/film world, it's really pay to play compared to photography. A $6,000 film camera like the Panasonic AF-AG100 is considered cheap/bargain in the video/film industry.

[Senna4ever]

i might be asking for too much but are there any good cheap diy camera slider tutorials? something i can mount on my tripod?
i saw this guy's slider down in the states haha
http://a8.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/223034_10150344756482345_513332344_9417656_6109729 _n.jpg

That looks so unstable.

[JordanLee]

Yeah depending on how long the slider is, it can be pretty hairy. I'm using this Manfrotto 161MK2B with my 36 inch slider and it's pretty solid. I just need a quick release so I dont strip the threads on the slider soon. The tripod is SO heavy and big though that it makes shoots tiring, but hey I got it for free so I can't complain. And it takes 20kgs lol.

[gars]

awesome thing to replace a slider!!

CineSkates Camera Sliders by Justin Jensen — Kickstarter (http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jj1/cineskates-camera-sliders)

[Mananetwork]

awesome thing to replace a slider!!

CineSkates Camera Sliders by Justin Jensen — Kickstarter (http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jj1/cineskates-camera-sliders)

Great idea!!

[gars]

Even smaller and cheaper dolly announced.

Pico Flex Dolly Video Demo - YouTube

Photography and Cinema - Home (http://photographyandcinema.com/)

it's only $90 for the dolly and a friction arm. pretty awesome.

[Tim Budong]

Im in the process of researching a steadycam for....
a Flip HD... Dont have a DSLR...and the FlipHD was a gift..

Now i've seen European on here shoot with gopro HD on a monopod...
but...its not worth it for what the FlipHD is worth...

Im gonna go purchase some PVC and see what the results are..keep u guys posted...

[77civic1200]

Are you coming to the shoot on the 10th? I have a couple ski poles in the back of my truck that I found while hiking. You can have one if you want?

[Tim Budong]

i know nothing of this shoot lol

[RCubed]

You need to join grape

[Tim Budong]

I haz no camera no more
daddy took it all back

im building this this as a weekend project

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AUK9M_8W9A8

[Senna4ever]

Hmmmm....maybe I should re-join GRAPE....super high resolution photos, anyone? :)

[Volvoman]

awesome thing to replace a slider!!

CineSkates Camera Sliders by Justin Jensen — Kickstarter (http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jj1/cineskates-camera-sliders)



CineSkates Camera Sliders - YouTube

Did anyone back this project? I'm considering it.

[Matsuda]

his goal was to get $20k in funding...he got over $200k in financial backing lol, pretty sweet. Hope it turns out well for the developer

[Tim Budong]

2011 Audi S4 - YouTube

shoulda added music... my test reel lolol

[JordanLee]

I can see the Cinesliders being a good idea. But the shots it's going to get is only going to work a good handful of times. You need a completely flat surface to use it on, indoors and or bring boards with you everywhere you go. It'd be amazing for product shots.

[!Aznboi128]

http://a4.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/317086_10150785070930504_813935503_20553905_547758 7_n.jpg

all for about 50 bucks (excluding mount)

[JordanLee]

www.jacksonzhao.com on Vimeo

[sunny_j]

Jay Sean was performing in surrey last night so i got some shots from the 1 song we were aloud to record. recorded on the af-100, 35mm nikon f2, 1080p 30fps & iso 800
Jay Sean Live Promo Video- Royal King Palace on Vimeo

[Lomac]

I can see the Cinesliders being a good idea. But the shots it's going to get is only going to work a good handful of times. You need a completely flat surface to use it on, indoors and or bring boards with you everywhere you go. It'd be amazing for product shots.

DIY Motorized Pan/Tilt/Dolly HDSLR Video Mount (Camera Slider) on Vimeo

I'm working on a modified variant of this right now. Factoring in the final cost with what you get for the final product, it's actually a pretty good, yet cheaply priced setup for a DIY.

[J____]

DIY Motorized Pan/Tilt/Dolly HDSLR Video Mount (Camera Slider) on Vimeo (http://www.vimeo.com/25987854)

I'm working on a modified variant of this right now. Factoring in the final cost with what you get for the final product, it's actually a pretty good, yet cheaply priced setup for a DIY.

how to make one??? need!

[Nismo200SX]

Anyone know a shop that stocks this Manfrotto 394 RC4 Low Profile Rectangular Rapid Connect Adapter with 410PL Plate ? I want to get some for my Glidecam and Monopod to standardize my plates with my 410 gear head.

[Mananetwork]

www.jacksonzhao.com on Vimeo (http://vimeo.com/28392762)

Can we see photos from the shoot please?

[Lomac]

how to make one??? need!

Click on the video and check out the description. There's a fairly comprehensive parts list with links to other DIY builds he modified to create this one.

[J____]

Can we see photos from the shoot please?

The magazine will launch later this year :)

[Senna4ever]

How to Make a Cheap and Easy Ikea Time Lapse Panning Unit:
GetawayMoments (http://www.getawaymoments.com)

[Tim Budong]

How to Make a Cheap and Easy Ikea Time Lapse Panning Unit:
GetawayMoments (http://www.getawaymoments.com)

or from here
with step by step instructions on how to make it

http://www.ikeahackers.net/2011/09/hacked-ikea-kitchen-timers-shoot-time.html

its so cool!

[Senna4ever]

Too bad it won't support my 5DmkII + 24-70. :p

[J____]

shot a video while on vaca during labor day long weekend

Amore on Vimeo

[77civic1200]

^just you average vacation eh? hmm bored.. what to do... maybe I'll go film a cute girl playing at the beach in her lingerie.. if I have too :okay:

Ha ha

[Matsuda]

my vacations suck!

[gars]

or from here
with step by step instructions on how to make it

IKEA Hackers: Hacked Ikea kitchen timers shoot time lapses (http://www.ikeahackers.net/2011/09/hacked-ikea-kitchen-timers-shoot-time.html)

its so cool!

I went to Ikea today, and they were sold out of ALL their stupid timers.

boo......

[ForbiddenX]

Where do you guys find the music for the background of the videos?

I'm just starting to play around with video and it's pretty fun! It's kind of like photography but at the same time it's completely different! Been watching some Lynda videos for tutorials and stuff and it's been pretty helpful. Any other resources you guys would recommend?

[JordanLee]

WongFu songs work well lol. I used them for some class projects. Or else some simple instrumental stuff is pretty good too. Work with instrumental stuff first I'd say so the lyrics don't overshadow the video.

Evanescence song just fell into my head with car videos. Damn

[GDChoi]

Where do you guys find the music for the background of the videos?

I'm just starting to play around with video and it's pretty fun! It's kind of like photography but at the same time it's completely different! Been watching some Lynda videos for tutorials and stuff and it's been pretty helpful. Any other resources you guys would recommend?

yea I find the background music can really make or break a video.
look for simpler tune bgm nothing too complicated like techno, unless of course your video calls for something like that.

[ForbiddenX]

Yea I like the songs that WongFu uses. Is there anywhere that has like a database of instrumental background musics?

[Lomac]

audionetwork.com is the site I use.

[ForbiddenX]

Thanks for that site! Pretty good selection of music on it. Will definitely make an account and start listening away and see which ones I could potentially use :)

[sunny_j]

An open letter to Canon on Vimeo

this is pretty funny

[atelier]

Hi everyone!! cool thread, i hope to be able to contribute soon.

Has anyone seen this dslr shoulder rig for 159 + SH?

Thank you SJ !!! | eBay (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Thank-you-SJ-/260873523889?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3cbd4612b1#ht_504wt_979)

Its from gini, has really good reviews on cheesycam, so i plan on picking one up.

[insomniac]

one of the coolest music videos ive seen so far

Gareth Emery feat. Christina Novelli - Concrete Angel [Official Music Video] - YouTube

[sunny_j]

i ordered a kessler crane pocket dolly phillip bloom addition and it arrived a few days ago. here are some pictures of it with a af100 mounted to it.
http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk184/djsunny1/misc%20forum%20postings/_MG_7149.jpg
http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk184/djsunny1/misc%20forum%20postings/_MG_7142.jpg
http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk184/djsunny1/misc%20forum%20postings/_MG_7151.jpg
http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk184/djsunny1/misc%20forum%20postings/_MG_7152.jpg

[JordanLee]

PLEASE post some motorized timelapses with that!

[skyxx]

OH SNAP a PB Pocket dolly!!!!! I want!!! You sir have nice toys. :okay:

[sunny_j]

thanks guys :)
jordan, I'm looking into adapting a third party motor onto the pocket dolly because the motion control stuff from kessler crane is $$$. as for timelapses go, I'm going to start shooting them and compile a short video. if anyone is interested in shooting timelapses lets make a recscene meet out of it.

[BrRsn]

@ Jordan Lee

How do you like your flycam nano and Rode Videomic? I'm deciding between the Rode Videomic and the Zoom H1 (from as far as I can tell from youtube reviews, very similar audio quality). Can you comment on your experience with the Rode?

I've definitely decided to stick with the flycam nano based solely on the price/all the positive reviews.

I've been nominated to make a short film (~10mins) for my cousins wedding :badpokerface: Excited but haven't got a leg to stand on as far as DSLR cinematography goes... trying to learn as much as I can in 5 months:ahwow:

[DEADBEA7]

Does anybody have recommendations on a fairly inexpensive glidecam/steadicam etc. I've been in desperate need of one and don't know what and where to pick one up. Budget is tight too :(

[BrRsn]

Does anybody have recommendations on a fairly inexpensive glidecam/steadicam etc. I've been in desperate need of one and don't know what and where to pick one up. Budget is tight too :(

Flycam nano .. $115 and does a pretty good job once you get it balanced correctly. It's what I'm picking up soon. :)


edit: more like $150

[JordanLee]

@ Jordan Lee

How do you like your flycam nano and Rode Videomic? I'm deciding between the Rode Videomic and the Zoom H1 (from as far as I can tell from youtube reviews, very similar audio quality). Can you comment on your experience with the Rode?

I've definitely decided to stick with the flycam nano based solely on the price/all the positive reviews.

I've been nominated to make a short film (~10mins) for my cousins wedding :badpokerface: Excited but haven't got a leg to stand on as far as DSLR cinematography goes... trying to learn as much as I can in 5 months:ahwow:

I liked the Nano but my wrists got really tired at the end of the day. I upgraded to a Steadicam Merlin 2 months ago and its nearly the same thing but a bit easier on the arm as the weight is directly over it.

As for the Videomic, it does its job. I found it made sound quality better but there was MUCH better alternatives to the set up. I ended up breaking all my elastic bands on a trip to HK during a night out cause theyre so frail. Look into a Pro for this reason. I'd reccommend you get any mic and then hook it up to a Zoom. This way you get full control over the sound and you can minimize the static you get. What camera are you using? If its got AGC, def get the Zoom/Rode combo. If you have manual controls you can get by with the Rode for now but youll still want the Zoom later. The only pain being you have to sync up audio and video later with an app called Plural Eyes.

Right now I just use my Videomic on whenever I go out with friends cause its so much easier than bringing along more equipment. But when I start doing it professionally come summer time, def going to have to invest in lav mics and recorders. Sound quality just isn't the same.

Another quick tip:

A Videomic on the hotshoe of a DSLR is actually a really bad configuration because its a shotgun type mic. Which means that a majority of the sound capture is in the direction the mic is pointing. All the sound from the sides of the mic will be very quiet. So when you're shooting, you're actually losing out on a lot of sound and picking up whats behind the person. Best alternative if you're on a budget and shooting interview type shots is to get an extension and make the person hold the mic below them. This way it only grabs their voice and singles out all the noise from around them since its shooting at the sky. Hence news reporters and movies with mic booms.

[BrRsn]

I liked the Nano but my wrists got really tired at the end of the day. I upgraded to a Steadicam Merlin 2 months ago and its nearly the same thing but a bit easier on the arm as the weight is directly over it.

As for the Videomic, it does its job. I found it made sound quality better but there was MUCH better alternatives to the set up. I ended up breaking all my elastic bands on a trip to HK during a night out cause theyre so frail. Look into a Pro for this reason. I'd reccommend you get any mic and then hook it up to a Zoom. This way you get full control over the sound and you can minimize the static you get. What camera are you using? If its got AGC, def get the Zoom/Rode combo. If you have manual controls you can get by with the Rode for now but youll still want the Zoom later. The only pain being you have to sync up audio and video later with an app called Plural Eyes.

Right now I just use my Videomic on whenever I go out with friends cause its so much easier than bringing along more equipment. But when I start doing it professionally come summer time, def going to have to invest in lav mics and recorders. Sound quality just isn't the same.

Another quick tip:

A Videomic on the hotshoe of a DSLR is actually a really bad configuration because its a shotgun type mic. Which means that a majority of the sound capture is in the direction the mic is pointing. All the sound from the sides of the mic will be very quiet. So when you're shooting, you're actually losing out on a lot of sound and picking up whats behind the person. Best alternative if you're on a budget and shooting interview type shots is to get an extension and make the person hold the mic below them. This way it only grabs their voice and singles out all the noise from around them since its shooting at the sky. Hence news reporters and movies with mic booms.



Ahh ok thanks for the heads up, I may just order a wrist brace with the nano. Where did you buy yours from, because I see prices ranging from $130 - $200 for what appears to be the same thing. I'm going to be doing a lot of running around with the flycam nano so I guess a arm brace would be a good investment.


I think I'm going to just stick with the zoom H1 then because I can be a little rough on my equipment and I heard of a lot of people complaining about their videomic breaking just as you described it.


Thanks for the help! :D Also what kind of memory cards are you running? I need to buy some new ones and I'm looking at lexar or transcend because they seem to be fairly cheap + well reviewed.

[JordanLee]

The prices have been steadily (no pun intended) raising with more and more people buying them since like a year ago. Bought mine on eBay from the original seller in India when it was a bidding listing and not a Buy it Now.

I'm running a 400x Transcend 32GB CF which I may sell if you're interested (What cam are you running?) I mean it works awesome as a hobby, Lexar/Transcend etc. But I'm probably going to have to invest in some Sandisk Pros soon.

[BrRsn]

The prices have been steadily (no pun intended) raising with more and more people buying them since like a year ago. Bought mine on eBay from the original seller in India when it was a bidding listing and not a Buy it Now.

I'm running a 400x Transcend 32GB CF which I may sell if you're interested (What cam are you running?) I mean it works awesome as a hobby, Lexar/Transcend etc. But I'm probably going to have to invest in some Sandisk Pros soon.

I have a 550D and I currently only have a 4gb card (fits ~100 raw photos). I've been looking and the only place I can find it is in india aswell and it made me think they were scammers at first :badpokerface: But if you ordered from them I guess i will too! Had I known that I'd be buying something from India I could've just had my dad pick it up a few weeks ago lol.

What did you end up doing with your old flycam nano?


EDIT: Jordan, these guys?
What's the difference between the two? $40 price jump
http://www.thecinecity.com/eshop/product.php?productid=221

http://www.thecinecity.com/eshop/product.php?productid=416&cat=103&bestseller=Y

This one looks beefy for about $50 less
http://www.thecinecity.com/eshop/product.php?productid=35&cat=103&bestseller=Y

[JordanLee]

The more expensive one is their new revised one with the new weight carriage set up. They're pretty much the same except one has nicer looking weights.

[Senna4ever]

For the guys interested in DSLR video, there will be an event at the Vancouver Convention Centre on February 25 that will showcase products and techniques by big industry people. Canon will have the 1Dx there, and Nikon will have the D4, D800 & D800e for you to fondle at the show. Also lots of higher end rigs, sliders & steady cams will be on display and demo duty.

More info here: http://www.beauphoto.com/fusion2012/fusion_frm.html

[pb.kidz]

just shot this:
Tyga - Rack City Parody [Cat City] - YouTube
was fun playing with a jib, glide cams and sliders.

[En4cer]

which camera do u guys thinks is the best overall canon rebel t3i vs nikon d5000?

[JordanLee]

I'd go with the Canon out of those choices but then again I'd save even more money and get a T2i loaded with Magic Lantern firmware in it. Pretty much a mini 7D after you hack it.

[sk_vw]

I made this with just a tripod and a 50mm lens.

Late Night Drive on Vimeo

[JordanLee]

^ I subscribe to those Dub Allstar vids and theyre amazing. Didn't think you went on RS often.

Funny short I made with some of my VW friends.

Bunk Films: Grocery Getter on Vimeo

[sk_vw]

HAHA. Sweet!

Yeah, I signed up a long time ago but haven't been on this site in a while. We started making those webisodes as sort of a home video for us to keep instead of photos.

Here's a video I put together for work.

Equipped MK6 GTI - APR K04 kit - YouTube

[ForbiddenX]

Which slider did you get?

[JordanLee]

^He uses a homemade crane on pneumatic tires. Works pretty well.

Anyone get a new 5DIII yet? :ahwow:

[Matsuda]

I bought 4 of them Jordan :troll:

[JordanLee]

:rukidding:

Some vids I made the past few weeks.

Bunk Weekends Episode 6 on Vimeo

Julian's Interview on Vimeo

[ForbiddenX]

Has anyone tried something like this?
Amazon.com: Opteka SteadyVid PRO Video Stabilizer System for Digital Cameras, Camcorders and DSLR's (Supports up to 5 lbs): Camera & Photo@@AMEPARAM@@http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41cPv2kpsIL.@@AMEPARAM@@41cPv2kpsIL

[Lomac]

I'm contemplating buying a Kessler Shuttle Pod and cranking it out to 12' of track. Spec'ed how I want it, it's just shy of $2700, though that doesn't include the different geared motors I want (which, for the life of me, I can't seem to locate on their website). I'm curious if anyone knows if there's a Kessler Crane dealer locally. I don't see one posted on their site, but considering this is Hollywood North and all, there's gotta be some company out there that sells 'em...

Shuttle Pod (http://www.kesslercrane.com/shuttle-pod-s/87.htm)

Kessler Shuttle Pod V2 Portable Dolly Video Tutorial on Vimeo (http://vimeo.com/22840277)

[JordanLee]

^What will you be shooting? Equipment being used?

Carrying all that around and having to set up seems really tedious. But it is good I guess for suuuuper slow timelapses.

[Lomac]

It's more the vertical climb and descend Im interested in. It's for actual film work, so it would be hauling between 5 and 15 pounds of equipment, depending on the shoot. My crane is nice and all, but its hard to work in many spaces when you're dealing with an 8' boom.

[haymura]

for those doing video editing and processing, i use either camtasia studio or windows movie maker cuz i am a noob at editing so i use the most basic user friendly program. Everytime i produce my finished video there are random scenes that play really choppy. The beginning is smooth then it gets choppy in the next few clips then smooths out again then rinse n repeat. Any idea why its doing that?

[!MiKrofT]

for those doing video editing and processing, i use either camtasia studio or windows movie maker cuz i am a noob at editing so i use the most basic user friendly program. Everytime i produce my finished video there are random scenes that play really choppy. The beginning is smooth then it gets choppy in the next few clips then smooths out again then rinse n repeat. Any idea why its doing that?
Uhh. Camtasia is meant for screen recording so you can show demos. We use it at work to record presentations. Totally not recommended for video editing/processing.

[haymura]

^

oh is that so...

any recommendations on a better program? i heard good things about adobe premier pro or the sony one. I run windows 7 64bit so i cant use mac based programs.

[JordanLee]

Premier Pro of Final Cut Pro is pretty much the industry standard (For DSLR editing anyways)

Buffer is filling up on your comp. Try playing the video in a lower res so it's less taxing on the computer.

[haymura]

here's a test run i did. you'll notice some parts of the clip chops or stutters while others play smooth. hoping someone can tell me why its doing that.

Jaymee's park adventure - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=n94dZZSZda4)

[Lomac]

As Jordan said, it's buffering. When you're finalizing your edit, make sure you have nothing else running in the background (this includes web browsing, listening to music, etc).

[Lomac]

^

oh is that so...

any recommendations on a better program? i heard good things about adobe premier pro or the sony one. I run windows 7 64bit so i cant use mac based programs.

Sony Vegas is probably your best bet, especially if you want something user friendly. I use a mixture of Adobe Premiere/After Effects and Avid, however all three of those programs have a giant learning curve.

[keitaro]

:rukidding:

Some vids I made the past few weeks.


Julian's Interview on Vimeo (http://vimeo.com/39688607)

Hey, I am wondering if you could tell me which iphone car holder is used in this video?

Thanks!

[JordanLee]

^Haha, its honestly the best car clip out there. Its called a Proclip. Or a Brodit (Same thing). You need the car specific mount then add on the phone specific holder. It can get pretty pricey...

[gilly]

Made a music video for my friend for a contest. First time using the video recording feature on my D7000. Played around with several lens and I realized I need a better tripod. Camera shake when i had my 70-200 f2.8 on the camera lol.

Used imovie for the first time and its pretty easy to use but there are hardly any functions. Final cut pro looks interesting but at the same time overwhelming for a noob.

what you guys think?

[Touch Korea Tour] Touch by Touch MV - YouTube

[artmotion]

Here are 3 videos I put together from weekend trips. Probably went a bit overboard with the stabilization feature. Me thinks it's time to invest in a steadycam and a proper tripod lol. All of these videos were shot with a Canon 550d (no magic lantern) and a Tamron 28-75 f/2.8.

Big White March 2012 - YouTube

Harisson Camping April 2012 - YouTube

Leighton Lake May 2012 - YouTube

[Rdk1]

Just sold my 28-70. Looking at Carl Zeiss lenses for mainly cinematography (and some photography as well). Thinking of picking up a Distagon 35mm f/2 and a Sigma 50mm 1.4 to replace the 28-70.

Thoughts? and anyone have some experience with the Zeiss lens to share? I know they're good quality, but it might not be something I can get used to quickly?

[N.V.M.]

oops wrong thread!

[nlo]

Made this video looking back at my summer. I know its very noobish but I tried , haha
Summer 2012 - Through My Lens - YouTube

[Grim]

For those who want to build their own glide track or slide cam system!
DIY homemade glide track / slide cam - YouTube

and if you are looking for the 16mm bearing *only item u need to get online*
let me know, cz i have an extra pair!

[artmotion]

Went wakeboarding the other day and put this together:

September Wakeboarding Session! - YouTube

[european]

^
Pretty sweeeeeeeeeeet!!

[Ronin]

Bought one of these today: Carry Speed VF-3 Universal LCD View Finder by Carry Speed | Carry Speed Store (http://www.carryspeed.com/products/lcd-view-finder)

The Zacuto loupes (these are for video...btw) are too f'n expensive. This one is $60 off for intro price and seems like a good beginner option.

Gonna build a ghetto PVC shoulder rig on the weekend. Gonna be working on making one from aluminum sometime...I have access to a lot of metalworking equipment at the airport. :D

[Senna4ever]

^^^ That looks like a real pain in the ass to use out in the field. The Zacuto is the right choice for me. It's not perfect, but the optics are great, and it's built tough.

I can't believe you think the Zacuto Z-Finder is expensive - you bought a Retina Macbook Pro! :p

[Ronin]

It's about an inch longer than most, I think.

There's a big difference between $2500 for a laptop and $400 for what is essentially a toilet paper tube with a magnifying glass glued to a it. :D

[Senna4ever]

Have you even tried a Z-Finder? The cheaper viewfinders look and feel like a toilet paper tube + lens! :D

[Ronin]

Yeah, I have. It's still too much at $400, though. Could go towards a 85L...

[skyxx]

Zacuto has lifetime warranty. The build quality and the optics is freaking nice man.

[Ronin]

I'm sure I'll find a way to justify it one day but today is not that day.

[Grim]

anybody here have a glide cam hd4000?
i wanna do a lil comparison with my merlin..
PM me if you do!!
thx

[sunny_j]

here are 2 setup pictures from a low budget 30 second commercial i shot today.
http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk184/djsunny1/20121003_130644.jpg
http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk184/djsunny1/20121003_135439.jpg

[Grim]

what tripod is that?? :O

[skyxx]

Looks like a Manfrotto 509 head mounted on the 545B tripod. Basically a pretty $$$ setup.

Well suited for what he has mounted on it. ;)

[Ronin]

PVC ghettocam

http://static.ow.ly/photos/normal/104aD.jpg

[sunny_j]

what tripod is that?? :O

it's a Manfrotto 504HD Head w/546B legs. i've got an af100 with a smallhd sdi dp6 mounted on top.

[skyxx]

Awww I was so close! lol.

[sunny_j]

close, but no cigar lol
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[Grim]

just got this couple weeks ago and tested it on a short film.
i am in love!!
http://www.cameraworld.co.uk/images/products/large/steadicam-arm-vest-main.jpg

[skyxx]

^ Baller....

[artmotion]

Just watched this comparison of the 5D MK3 vs the new Blackmagic Cinema Camera :sweetjesus:

Comparing the Cinema Camera & 5D Mk III on Vimeo

[european]

^
Did you watch the Texting is gefährlich video?
The girl is super cute!!

[davidhtam]

here's something I shot a couple weeks ago:

http://vimeo.com/56481773

[Ronin]

Looks good but...the sound. The distortion is rather severe.

[JordanLee]

^ What Ronin said. Did you use the onboard sound on a manual setting? Its harsh clipping.

[davidhtam]

I used a sennheiser wireless mic plugged into the camera. I'm fairly new to editing.. i usually just shoot and leave the editing to my cousin. Would turning the gain down help with the clipping? Or what kind of things can be done to avoid this?

[Ronin]

Y'know what...I'd love a quick rundown on sound too. To be honest, whenever I shoot, I just monitor and turn it up and down until it sounds okay. I have no idea why or what I'm actually doing when it comes to sound recording.

[JordanLee]

IIRC, David you shoot on a MKII correct? The MKII is capable of manual recording which you can turn on in the settings. Monitor the audio on the graph and just visually check that the maximum volume thats going to be captured doesnt "blow out" so to speak and that static noise (perhaps highway noise) isn't registering on the low end. The MKIIs automatic setting does a decent job but it gets wonky when you use aftermarket mics such as lavs because lavs are so sensitive in a 360 degree spectrum. Shotguns are a lot easier to modulate I find.

When you start getting more serious you can get a Zoom system. From this you get much more control on whats too much or too little and it'll also allow you to monitor the sound via headphones so you know you're getting it right.

I myself don't typically use a mic system unless its just a basic Rode Videomic. But for the most part thats the basics of audio on our little DSLRs

[davidhtam]

Oh man I had no idea the mk2 had manual recording. I will start monitoring using the graph from now on if I'm recording straight to the camera.

I'm just use to using the h4n for sound recording and monitoring. It's so much easier when you can just plug some headphones in and listen to what your sound will... Sound like.
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[Ronin]

If you're like me and you only have 256GB of HD space on your laptop, need some more HD space to edit video and traditional platter HDs are sloooooow... (30MB/s over USB3.0).

Get a SSD, plug it into a external enclosure and boom...

http://distilleryimage10.s3.amazonaws.com/ff1e66005a0111e2aaa222000a1fb843_7.jpg

373MB/s read, 423 write. 20GB copied off in 48 seconds, copied to in 1:52.

[Manic!]

I used a sennheiser wireless mic plugged into the camera. I'm fairly new to editing.. i usually just shoot and leave the editing to my cousin. Would turning the gain down help with the clipping? Or what kind of things can be done to avoid this?

Yep turn the gain down. You can also throw the audio in audacity (free sound editor) and run some effects on it to make it sound better.

[Ronin]

Recording with the built-in mic usually results in a lot of echo and noises from the camera. I bought a Tascam DR-05 and it works great. I just mount it with a cold-shoe adapter to the top of the camera.

[pb.kidz]

Lamborghini Gallardo - YouTube

[Lomac]

Nicely done. Just be careful when you use the time stretch option in After Effects (based on the slow motion spin, I'm merely assuming that's what you were using :p ). Slowing it down too much does funky things as it tries to create new frames.

[sk_vw]

I shot this a couple weeks ago.

Audi TV Commercial - "Freedom" - YouTube

[artmotion]

I shot this a couple weeks ago.

Audi TV Commercial - "Freedom" - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8f-1QHYiJJ4)

Nice video! That audi is unbelievable. Seriously never would have imagined that the allroad could look that hot with such subtle mods.

[!MiKrofT]

+1 That Audi looks amazing.

[-EuroRSN-]

Found some old clips from the past using a point and shoot and decided to put them together. Actually really enjoyed making this :)

A Tribute to Rexy and Sireena. JDM Remembrance :) DC5 vs EM1 - YouTube

[JordanLee]

Wedding video I shot with Mananetwork this summer! Edited by Eugene, a friend of mine.

Devin and Farid | Vancouver Videography on Vimeo

[dinamix]

Does anyone have any contacts for a wedding videographer who does Same day edits? I'm looking for one to do my wedding in July .

[JordanLee]

^Cough Cough Mananetwork :)

Same day edit we shot up until the reception. Had a Macbook Pro Retina running all day from 7am til 4pm right til they started dinner.

Christine & Gary SDE on Vimeo

[Mananetwork]

Does anyone have any contacts for a wedding videographer who does Same day edits? I'm looking for one to do my wedding in July .

:badpokerface:

[skyxx]

M�VI in Action (Quick Video) on Vimeo

M

M�VI on Vimeo


http://www.focusst.org/forum/attachments/focus-st-performance/3958d1359214787-sct-tune-unleashed-tuning-shut-up-take-my-money-9299-2560x1600.jpeg

[Ronin]

$15,000.

[hud 91gt]

^Cough Cough Mananetwork :)

Same day edit we shot up until the reception. Had a Macbook Pro Retina running all day from 7am til 4pm right til they started dinner.

Christine & Gary SDE on Vimeo (http://vimeo.com/46967655)

That was great work!

[skyxx]

$15,000.
Yup, its a professional rig. Easier to handle than a steadicam. I'm pretty sure there will be cheaper alternatives coming out in the near future. Plus I would rather carry/pack this system when I'm travelling than say a steadicam/glidecam system.
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[Ronin]

I'm not saying its not a reasonable price. That thing replaces pro level dollies, sliders, tracks, streadicam and maybe tripods.
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[skyxx]

Anyone keeping up on the NAB news?. Lots of interesting stuff!

[Ronin]

$995 mini Black Magic Cinema Camera.... :sweetjesus:

$140,000 4K 1000FPS camera... :sweetjesus: :sweetjesus: :sweetjesus: :sweetjesus: :sweetjesus:

[skyxx]

Shoots RAW TOO. So tempted to grab one.

[Manic!]

Some video shot on the new Black Magic camera

Trip to Mexico on Vimeo

[skyxx]

Cool stuff!!!!!

[skyxx]

This is cray cray!!!

NAB 2013: Ted from Red installs a factory on the NAB show floor on Vimeo

[skyxx]

OKAY I'm SOLD ON THIS SLIDER.

NAB 2013: The innovative Edelkrone SliderPlus+ and Target Module on Vimeo

[skyxx]

The 2FT slider cost $499.99 and the 3FT slider cost 699.99

:notbad:

[Ronin]

I like that it has a modular motor that just snaps on.

However, 2ft is quite short and it's not even actually 2ft.

[sk_vw]

It's more like 3.5 feet. That looks awesome.

[mb_]

Anyone kind enough to lend a slider for a few hours tomorrow? :D
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[european]

Need help deciding as I'm not sure which will be the better option. Glidecam HD4000 or HD2000 ??

Planning to use it with a D7100 plus Tokina 11-16

[JordanLee]

HD2000 will be just fine! I used the 5D2 with a Tokina on my HD2000 and I only had to use one of the weights on each one. Now Im using the 24L on it and its nearly the same weight. Save yourself some weight and money and just get the 2000.

[european]

^
Sweet! Thanks! I'm suppose to try out Lomac's glidecam before I buy one from bhphotovideo to see if it really does handle all that weight.

Should I purchase Manfrotto 577 quick plate as well?

Glidecam HD2000 Stabilizer System With 577 QR Plate Kit B&H (http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/877992-REG/Glidecam_HD2000_Stabilizer_System.html)

I'm not sure if adding this plate will cause an issue with weight.

:considered:

[JordanLee]

Pro tip:

Buy the Calumet QR (Manfrotto knock offs which are backwards compatible) SO much cheaper. I have these on all my tools when I switch around between that and the shoulder mount or monopod.

[JordanLee]

M?VI RED Epic IR Test on Vimeo

Wow @4:40

[artmotion]

M?VI RED Epic IR Test on Vimeo (http://vimeo.com/66698520)

Wow @4:40

http://i.imgur.com/UmpOi.gif

[Ronin]

It is stunning the shots that thing is capable of...for 15 grand.

[skyxx]

That's a million dollar shot right there. The MoVI is expensive to consumers but to filmmakers it saves them time and allows them to focus more on the perfect shot. In those terms it's a money saver. I want one LOL

[Lomac]

That's one hell of a steadicam, but you'll need to make sure your camera operator has strong forearms :lol

I love that drop shot, though. I've done those sort of shots with cranes before while running a remote head, but the ability to not be constrained to a giant piece of metal that's ultimately still attached to the ground would be freakin' amazing.

And I hate to say this, but all things considered, $15k is actually pretty cheap for a setup that versatile. Check out the price of proper film-grade steadicam outfits or mechanized cranes and you'll see what I mean. :heckno:

[Ronin]

Anyone have a recommendation for a DSLR steadicam? eBay?

[Lomac]

What's your total equipment weight and price range? I'm a big fan of the Glidecam HD-series (i've got the HD 2000), but it's still a few hundred dollars for just the steadicam itself.

[Ronin]

Heaviest camera I'd use on it is a 5D3. I was looking at the Skylar minicam for portability.

[european]

I recently purchased a Glidecam HD2000 from bhphotovideo and its great! Highly recommended. I still think that I should have purchased the HD4000.
:considered:

[Lomac]

When it comes to steadicams, you want something that's as easy to adjust as possible, yet versatile enough that should you decide to switch between a 16mm prime and a 75-200mm telephoto, you only need to move the cheese plate in order to readjust the stability.

There are two things I look for in a steadicam:
-Cheese plate mount
-Fine-tune adjustment screws

Trust me, you will curse the day you ever bought one without both of those options.

[CP.AR]

hello all,

my first try at cutting a video into something.
I made it for my parents and girlfriend, but why not share it here as well?

Flying Revised - YouTube

[european]

^
EPIC!!!!! I love it!!

[sk_vw]

Just shot this on Monday.

https://vimeo.com/68676332

[artmotion]

Just shot this on Monday.

https://vimeo.com/68676332

Love it! Great music selection too!

[Mananetwork]

Jordan and I went down to Mexico for a wedding about two months ago now and we had a little too much fun with tilt-shift time-lapse :)

Christine & Gary SDE on Vimeo

[Ronin]

Great edit and music. Love that you captured small moments like when gives the bride's face a squeeze and she smiles.

Those folks look like they know how to have a good time. :lol

<---- this is not what my face looks like right now.

[Mananetwork]

Great edit and music. Love that you captured small moments like when gives the bride's face a squeeze and she smiles.

Those folks look like they know how to have a good time. :lol

<---- this is not what my face looks like right now.

Grumpy cat not impressed ahah

[sunny_j]

behind the scenes of a commercial i shot yesterday. shot on the red epic.
http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5532/9155530285_bdb670cbe4_c.jpg
by Sunny Jhooty (http://www.flickr.com/people/sunnyjhooty/), on Flickr
http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2865/9157752856_53089f8c10_c.jpg
by Sunny Jhooty (http://www.flickr.com/people/sunnyjhooty/), on Flickr

[Mananetwork]

Those are photos.. where is the video? ahaha

[Mananetwork]

Girlfriend and I went away for 74 long days and distilled it all into a 4 minutes and 36 seconds song! All footage was taken on a Fuji X-E1!

Central Europe and Turkey Travel Video (http://mananetwork.net/europe-travel-video/)

Enjoy!

https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/1008343_10152955048170564_779573672_o.jpg

[Manic!]

Someone diy'd something similar to a Movi for $200.

eSteady: The $200 Homemade Version Of The M?VI | Fstoppers (http://fstoppers.com/esteady-the-200-homemade-version-of-the-movi)

[Ronin]

Why didn't anyone tell me holding a steadycam was SO F'N HEAVY?!

I'm gonna either have to fly the GH2 or get an arm brace. 5D3 + L = OH GOD MY WRISTS

[mb_]

Don't know where else I could post this without making a new thread but what effect/transition is it called at 13 seconds?

K3 Projekt Wheels 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe on Projekt 1 Wheels 20X9 & 20X11. - YouTube

[AndM]

Jordan and I went down to Mexico for a wedding about two months ago now and we had a little too much fun with tilt-shift time-lapse :)

Christine & Gary SDE on Vimeo (http://vimeo.com/66674398)

That video was insanely awesome! Wedding itself looked like a really fun time.

[604778]

GoPro: Hero2: Timelapse Sunset and Clouds @ Sechelt B.C 2013 - YouTube

Just a short timelapse I did with my GoPro last night @ Sechelt B.C

[BoostedBB6]

My good god! You guys have some serious talent.
I have wanted to play with my DSLR and grab some video but I'm a photography noob and have done 0 video. I guess its about time I start learning.

A good friend have a glidepro that he will sell me for a good deal. I think I may have to snag that one up!

[european]

Meh...

Vancouver Prelude Club Meet July 2013 - YouTube