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This has given me a killer idea, for shooting a short, Alone. Starring Only myself. It sounds crazy, but, I have some really nice ideas. Brandon, how long did u take, to shoot this video?

    No tripod, either. Wow .... 

Were you the only person there? How did u shoot the portions, in the car? Also, did you set up the camera, in a tripod each time u ran away from it, or you separated the still, from the handheld, footage, and shot, one, after the other?   Either ways, if you have done it alone, then, WOW !!!   Damn neat. And, really good editing, too. It created a great effect, for the movement bits. 

DP Review just posted a review, where they mentioned, that Metabones, themselves, has mentioned, that their autofocus is rather lousy. Considering this, I feel, maybe, Metabones should get rid of the electronic contact points on the adaptor, and shave off a few hundred dollars ($100s) off the price, and then, let this product his the shelves.   What do you think?

Andrew, I am guessing, you meant the AF100, instead of the FS100. Please correct me, if I am wrong.

Pretty Neat. You, I've wondered, why people who light at night, do not use reflectors (Thermacol), to try and improve the areas, which need to be lit. They could install thermacol, on the ceilings, and below faces, candles, LEDs, and other super portable light sources suddenly lighten the scene up.

Has anyone tried the perpetual zoom effect, in video, for shoots? Could you tell me the best way, to go about, with it. I want as much detail, as possible, while zooming.   Thanks

 hmmm ... ok. Interesting.         Ok. And, what about other faster lenses. Anything in the f.95 range which can be brightened further? A Y, I am looking forward to a test, too, which pushes it beyond the f.90 threshold too. hmmm ... 

Andrew, I was going to ask this, in your discussion, related to your write-up [Prototype Metabones Speed Booster equipped NEX 7 *VS* full frame (5D Mark III)].   This adds 1 stop of light, to, every adaptable lens, right? To EVERY possible lens, that, it is made for? So, lets say, an SLR Magic T.95 lens would also add another stop of light (assuming, there is an adapter made for it)? So, it would turn into an T.67 lens?   If that's true, then I don't wanna know how Stanley Kubrik's soul would feel about this. Especially after his long work on the f.7 lens, for barry lyndon ...  :P

I am wondering, how many people, on this forum are from India, and specifically, from Mumbai. I feel like the only  specimen, of my species, here ...  :P   I asked, cause, we could exchange information on dealers, lighting, equipment etc etc, and maybe, even discuss films and media, over a cup of coffee, or something. 

I wish Panasonic would have one like this, for the GH2, as well. It would be lovely, to be able to control it, through an external wire, on your Tablet. Or maybe, they could just add a wireless remote. hmmmm ....           https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jp.co.panasonic.lumix_link.activity&hl=en       https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/panasonic-lumix-link/id456228089?mt=8https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/panasonic-lumix-link/id456228089?mt=8

Its not a review, he's merely reading out from the manual.   Thought, I like the fact, that, they have made a short, out of it. Interesting concept (I saw it, in an AD for plywood, before) . 

  Thanks for the reply, Nigel. I asked, cause I had read a few unflattering reports about wi-fi Data Cards. hmmm ...

Has anyone used a wi-fi SD card? What brand? How was the experience, and how good was the file transfer speed? Also, were there any features, apart from the file transfer, available?

  Heyyyy !!! Congrats. Please, ONLY shoot at 2.7k. And, then down-res it to 1080. Also, I would love to see the 4k on the GoPro. Gimmick or no gimmick.

I found this, and thought, that, it would make a killer companion, for the GoPro 3 Hero Black Edition. And, the price seems decent too, at $679. It does have some interesting features, as well (Failsafe & auto go home/landing, 10-15 mins of flight time, low voltage protection/ auto landing on low battery, 300 metre remote response distance etc). It apparently has Free Global Shipping too (this sounds suspicious ... hmmmm)         [url="https://dslrpros.com/Products/tabid/94/CategoryID/58/List/0/catpageindex/2/Level/a/ProductID/68/language/en-US/Default.aspx"]https://dslrpros.com/Products/tabid/94/CategoryID/58/List/0/catpageindex/2/Level/a/ProductID/68/language/en-US/Default.aspx[/url]      

The one, I mentioned, is FAR better than Light Panels costing almost Twice as much, is much lighter, brighter, and is perfect for various kinds of mounting.   Also, I am assuming, that there are quite a few battery options. If the NP-F970 Sony battery, is compatible with it, you could get 12 hrs of battery life. There are cheaper battery options too (NP-F550, which retails for $19).    Trust me, you won't have to bother with other brands. This one is Really bright.

            This is 1 of the best lights I've seen. For the price, the size, the output, and the fact, that it can be both camera mounted (ring light, around the lens), as well as used otherwise. Also, its extremely bright. And, for $199, its a Steal.    [url="http://www.fvlighting.com/store/lighting/led/r300.html?acc=c81e728d9d4c2f636f067f89cc14862c"]http://www.fvlighting.com/store/lighting/led/r300.html?acc=c81e728d9d4c2f636f067f89cc14862c[/url]     And, yes, its Very Dimmable (almost down to glow-worm/ firefly brightness)   :P

The Mark iii resolves more lines, and has almost no moire or aliasing. Why would you prefer the Mark ii, over it. Especially, if you are a post production editor.

The 14-42 lens costs $50-100 and the 14-140 about $500-600, new.   A second hand GH2 should, fetch you about $200.   Though, I think, you should keep the 14-140 lens. Its not fast (rather, its quite slow). But, it has a superb range (28mm-280mm equivalent). And, its a pretty good quality lens.

[quote name='tomekk' timestamp='1354114092' post='22529'] well maybe, didnt think of it. I'm on the road with laptop. Still I think WB should be the same if u want accurate comparison, no? [/quote] I Agree, that the video should have been whitebalanced to get exact perspective. But, I am saying, that, if you put that aside, you will realise a noticeable improvement in video resolution and detail. And, considering, that, it is the GH2, that, it is beating, its a Big Deal

[quote name='nahua' timestamp='1354092383' post='22507'] In that ISO test video, you can see a lot more detail and less compression noise with the GH3. The tree branches are more defined. But I'd like to know how a hacked GH2 would compare. I know it'll be close, but I do agree with the colors too. GH2 is too clinical and that make sense with the green hue. I think the GH3 going towards magenta is good, comes close to what Canon does which I like a lot. I wish they would do a test with people. I think Philip Bloom did an ISO test in a bar for the D800 or D4? That was a great test to see how skin tones look at insane ISOs. In any case, good video and I look forward to the GH3 soon! [/quote] I think, maybe the GH3 pushes 4-2-0, as far as it can go. I am guessing, that, this is pretty close to 4-2-2. [quote name='tomekk' timestamp='1354096764' post='22512'] ^^You can see more details because from the screenshot posted in the link GH3 is brighter maybe due to magenta. To me noise looks the same. To compare cameras ISOs this guy should wb it properly imho. It's not a good ISO test when u set it to auto a let the camera do the magic. [/quote] Tom, you need a New monitor. I am guessing, that, you cannot notice the level of detail, either because your monitor's resolution isn't too much, or (which is more likely) you need glasses, and, you are not aware of it. Please look at the window grills, and the curtains, and the details on the trees and leaves.

[quote name='EOSHD' timestamp='1353986334' post='22385'] I don't agree. Highest usable ISO is 3200. What other DSLRs do better for 2012? Only two spring to mind - 5D Mark III and 1D X. Both a LOT more expensive than the GH3. And in low light you need to stop the lens right down on those if you want manageable focus. Needing more than ISO 1600 or 3200 at F0.95 in low light is rare. As for tight spaces, I assume you're talking about shooting actors with the camera rammed up their noses. For that you will indeed be better off with a 50mm on a 5D Mark III rather than 50mm on the GH2. Oh I forgot - maybe use a 25mm!?? [/quote] I saw this video on Vimeo the day before, and I was quite impressed, with the detail, in the GH3, at ISO 1600 and 3200. Also, the GH2 had far too much noise, at ISO 3200. Also, that famous green tinge, was not there, anymore. Incidentally, this guy has shot this test video, at f2.0, on the 20mm f1.7 panny lens. These are the urls: (The Vimeo Video) http://vimeo.com/54325211 (this guy's own blog) http://www.hybridcams.fr/2012/11/27/panasonic-lumix-gh3-le-test/ ISO Testing: At 1600 (GH3) http://www.hybridcams.fr/wp-content/uploads/1600%20ISO_GH3.jpg (GH2) http://www.hybridcams.fr/wp-content/uploads/1600%20ISO_GH2.jpg At 3200 (GH3) http://www.hybridcams.fr/wp-content/uploads/3200%20ISO_GH3.jpg (GH2) http://www.hybridcams.fr/wp-content/uploads/3200%20ISO_GH2.jpg One thing, though, I noticed, is, that, that, the colours in (AutoWhiteBalance) the GH3 leans towards magenta, and the GH2, towards green. Also, that strange flare, in very high contrast areas, still exists. You can check the windows and street lights, for this, in the video.

[quote name='Bruno' timestamp='1353941689' post='22320'] [url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_k1MS80SKk"]https://www.youtube....h?v=C_k1MS80SKk[/url] [/quote] This guy claims, they are also planning on manufacturing $600-800 kindda lenses, for $125 (1:20). Has he lost the plot? I would have guessed this to be on the lines of Hans Christian Andersen's famous fairytale/ short story "the Emperor's New Clothes" or a scam of the magnitude of one by Victor Lustig. But, apparently they showed their first short film, shot, on the bolex @ Cannes. Also,they have a lotta media coverage. Why would they go to all those lengths, if they were planning on escaping. I am, though, curious to know, what the terms of the Kickstarter campaign were/ are, and what kind of advance the first 100 buyers paid.

Andrew, damn neat video. I loved the different kinds of bokehs. Also,loved the last shot,when the train gets out of the station, right into the tunnel/ darkness. I loved the image coming out of the GH3. I wished you had shot the entire video in anamorphic. Also, the B&W is pretty neat. Did you shoot it right out of the camera, or shoot colour and then convert it to B&W? What was the B&W setting?