treyvollmer

This is my first attempt at making a short film that was based on a true story. This entire film was shot on the GH4 in 4K and V Log. 90% of this film was lit with one single china ball. Please take a moment to watch and share if you'd like!
 

Looks better than that Drive movie.  Great visuals, like something from the 70's or early 80's!

Here you go guys. If there's a place to share this, I know it's here at EOSHD.
 
 
 

This is a trailer for my new short film which will be getting it's first screening on July 17th. I shot this entirely on two BMPCCs both with speed boosters. I hope you all like it!
 

 
Trey

Oh dear, what the hell are they doing now?!?
Totally agreed with the article - they really need to focus on their existing line-up first, fixing the (basic) flaws in their firmware. 
 
And the URSA? Another new camera? Come on....

I can guarantee this announcement will not please any of Blackmagic's existing user base, unless backed up by some really good news in the form of significant firmware updates for the Cinema, Production and Pocket cameras plus Resolve 11.

The latter is definitely coming and takes Resolve's editing capabilities up a notch.

Read the full article here

Man they are all over the place with this stuff!

For your Photoshop grading pleasure here are some original Cinema DNG frames hot off the newly updated Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera.

"A raw video monster in your pocket".

Read the full article here

Really beautiful, thanks for sharing.

Beautiful footage.  What's your set-up?

Yes I used a DIY dolly with skateboard wheels and PVC pipes.

https://vimeo.com/55892502
 
I posted this over in the screening room, but I wanted to show all the anamorphic guys and gals as well. 
 
Lots of fun and really easy to make this one:)
 
Trey

The mist adds an interesting element to the anamorphic flares. Thanks for the share!

I like this!  Very atmospheric, must have had the fog rolling in.  I wonder, I see the lights way far away as ovals, but the streetlamps and headlights are all circular.  Is it a 2x or 1.5x?  I would think all the lights would be ovals.  Anyway, great footage!

NIce

it seems to really pop under the right light. did u use a dolly too?

Firstly the Kowa B&H is an excellent anamorphic - the next best thing to an Iscorama (you hear that claim a lot & its true).

Also, it is great for landscape photos (& timelapses) - the 2x stretch gives you great panoramic ability.
The only thing that will let you down with the Kowa (if you have a good one) is the taking lens & the camera.

Use a prime lens, not a zoom with an anamorphic - this is especially true of the Kowa.
There are lots of vintage lenses out there, which are cheap & sharp. M42 mount ones are great, but since you have a M4/3 camera the world is your oyster as far as vintage lenses are concerned.

Don't fall into the trap of thinking that because a lens is new & expensive, that it will be better than an old lens. Save your money & experiment!

There are loads & loads of forums that deal with anamorphics and/or vintage lenses:
For vintage lenses this is the best resource (the reviews are good, but check out the forum sections)
[url="http://www.mflenses.com/"]http://www.mflenses.com/[/url]

For anamorphics check out the forum sections at:
DVXUser
Cinema5D
Anamorphic Vimeo Group

A 35mm lens will serve you well with the GH2 & the Kowa. You could go up the scale to 50mm.
Just remember that an anamorphic will produce wide angle images - so a 35mm FF image will convert to a 17.5mm on the GH2.

Also don't be afraid to move your tripod (or yourself) back a little in order to get a wider angle!

Redstan clamps are the best, you won't regret spending the money. They aren't lens hoods with holes in them, but proper machined clamps - they are light weight & of great build quality.

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I just received my Kowa 2x Bell and Howell in the mail today and I'm trying to attach it to my various lenses and then to my GH2.

I'm having a hard time deciphering a few things based off my limited findings on the web.

1) Do I need a special adapter to attach to my lenses or can I simply used regular modern step down and step up rings?

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Buy a Redstan adaptor, they are rock solid better than those from Vid-Atalantic and other (some french guy also sells adaptors for anamorphics but they also look very thin too me)

Redstan on ebay

http://www.ebay.com/itm/redstan-anamorphic-lens-clamps-simply-superb-quality-kowa-sankor-amd-more-/181007856057?pt=UK_Movie_Cameras&hash=item2a24e8b1b9

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Get a Redstan anamorphic clamp, available here: [url="http://www.redstan.com"]http://www.redstan.com[/url] or on eBay.

I believe that the rear thread of these clamps is 52mm.

They will allow you to mount your anamorphic lens securely onto your taking lens and orient it appropriately.
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The more recent versions of the Redstan clamps for the Kowa B&H and Kowa Prominar 16-H (8Z) terminate in 62mm threads and have a separate internal retaining ring

The Kowa Prominar 16H (8Z) clamps are similar but have an inner retaining ring of sightly less internal diameter than the Kowa B&H version. The retaining ring has threads on both sides and is designed to mate with the rear threads of the Kowa and the internal thread of the clamp.

The thumbscrews can be loosened to allow secure rotation when setting the correct orientation of the anamorphic attachment.

The image at the link below better defines the relationship between the lens and the clamp.

[url="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34211301@N00/5243409613/"]http://www.flickr.co...N00/5243409613/[/url]

Get a Redstan anamorphic clamp, available here: http://www.redstan.com or on eBay.

I believe that the rear thread of these clamps is 52mm.

They will allow you to mount your anamorphic lens securely onto your taking lens and orient it appropriately.