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Wow, some great a7s videos. Here's another one I found a few months ago that is pretty impressive... And here is another one that I always felt was pretty impressive for a test video... And one more...

Out of curiosity, why would there be data loss transcoding a smaller GH5 file to a larger ProRes file? If I have to guess, it's due to compression... but doesn't EditReady, or a similar program, decompress the files before the conversion?

To be fair Jon, that was a totally, absolutely, ridiculous reply... ? Here is one of my favorite cinematic a7s videos...

Good idea about card with Instagram on it. Yeah I tried tagging but I'm afraid I'm not very good at... #badmovie probably isn't the best tag. I didn't realize girls love Instagram. Of course I am not very up to date with social media. I live in South Jersey, outside of Philly, but I've been screenwriting for many years and am obsessed with the entire filmmaking process, so I know a few things.., all second hand unfortunately. You never heard of Stranger Things... for reals? It's probably the best show I've seen in years... especially if you grew up in the 80s or have an affinity for Spielberg and King.

You can get away with that easier than my 6'3", 200lb, bald headed, 42 year old self can. I'm afraid I may come off a little rapey if I went up to a twenty something girl on the street and asked her if she ever wanted to be in a movie... I did venture out and start an Instagram account though and started posting my screen grabs to try and drum up some casting interests... so far I have 4 male followers I've known for years... I've been working on my friends' no budget films since I was a kid. And we did everything from casting calls, to casting friends and friends of friends. Fifteen years ago it was a whole lot easier finding talented actors/actresses to work for free... well a credit, DVD copy of the film and free food and gas. But now it seems that kids are so entitled they think they should be getting scale for a bit part in my one man crew movie. Different times I guess. Anyway, I look forward to hearing more about your film. The Lynch approach is great right now. If you can figure out a way to combine Lynch and Stranger Things, you'll be well on your way.

Thanks, once I found the 5D3, I have zero interest in other cameras. All I think about now is story and shots and how to get free actors/actresses. So far the first two are easier than the third.

Thanks, I just read a little about it and it seems that way. How often do you update to newer builds? And even though I haven't had any issues, do you think it would make sense to update my build?

Shit, I am running the April 4th build as well but with 1.13 Canon firmware. I have not uploaded any of the experimental builds, only the basic 1080p. I have not had any warnings or errors... should I be concerned?

Research Dogme 95 and create the rules for your production... for instance maybe only use props that are bought at either a dollar store or a thrift store. Use lights that are bought at Home Depot or even better use available light and reflectors. Keep the story duration as short as possible that way you can keep each actor/actress in the same costume for the entire film. Write the least amount of dialogue as possible... for a show don't tell reason and because free actors/actresses usually suck... so do most low paid ones to be honest... so cast based on their look... but repeatedly tell them how great they are while thinking how you can edit the scene around them. Make the location a star, with as few stars as possible. Well... that's all I can think of right now. One more thing... as conceited as this may sound... you are the star of your film at this level. You have the most to lose. So although film is a collaborative medium, that collaboration is not as important as your vision. Every single person on your set... especially if they're working for free... believe their ideas are great and better than yours. Don't be closed off to good ideas, but don't succumb to any pressure to do a take of every idea thrown out to you. So think of kind ways to make them feel included without jeopardizing your vision. Feed your cast.

I don't think it would be hard as much as it is unnecessary on a Pro Stills camera. It will be interesting to see how much if any, the GH5 takes from Canon in sales this year... and if they do, how Canon will react.

I agree the 1DXii should have had C-Log but the idea of 10bit in a DSLR is... was unheard of until Panasonic disrupted the market. Canon can be bashed for a lot. But I don't think lack of 10bit video in a DSLR is one of them. And honestly, I really liked your 1DXii work.

Yeah, it doesn't make sense to me. The first one is "pretty" accurate to what I exported to my desktop, but the Rec709 is at least a whole stop darker. I'll look into Imgur... thanks.

And the second one is a simple Rec709 conversion and some basic exposure/saturation adjustments... Does anyone know why EOS HD's file upload system sometimes darkens the image? With the above screengrabs, the images are similar to how they look in FCPX, but there is definitely some darker hues when uploaded here.

Testing out a simple ML Raw workflow from some test shots I did with the Canon 35mm f/2. The first one is a "vintage" look using an Impulz LUT.

Good eye, didn't notice that. How do you like your X-T2 compared to your C100ii? I really liked your C100ii videos, so I am curious to see what you do with the Fuji.

Nice looking video, but where did you see that this was shot with the X-T2?

Unless I hit the lottery or became independently wealthy, I will never buy one, but you cannot deny the image the Kinemini or Terra are capable of... The colors are just gorgeous.

You are masterful at getting that early 80s film look. Really cool.

Yeah the B&W looks wicked. You can really see the DR the Pocket has.

Thanks, it's ML Raw on the 5D3.

Nice work. With all of the, deserved, attention to the GH5, it's refreshing to see you testing and reviewing other cameras for us non-GH5 users. This camera continues to amaze me. Without a doubt, purchasing it was the best decision I have made for my filmmaking. I'm sure you go over this in the guide, which I plan on purchasing, but a quick question I hope you'll divulge... is the image, at least, centered in live view? I may buy your guide today and test this build tomorrow if it's centered. Also in your review you mention you have a color live view in 3.5K but it reverts to grey scale when you hit record. Is there any benefit to having grey scale enabled the entire time? Sorry, I assume you go over this in the guide, but just a few questions before I decide to test it this week.

Oh okay, you're using the experimental build for your establishing shots. Obviously not good for close ups with the liveview issue. Makes sense.

Yeah, I get that this camera isn't for everyone, but for those filmmakers interested in narratives... it's a $7000 Alexa. Unbelievable.

Hey Nikkor, it's a suspense thriller about a man who comes home after spending some time in a mental hospital. The familiar people and places begin to dislodge hauntingly, faint memories of his dead girlfriend but the visions seem real and vengeful. It's kind of a mixture between a classic English ghost story and Japanese horror.

Here are a few more screengrabs from my film. The first one is with the Canon 24-70mm f/4... And the second is with the Canon 35mm f/2... Haha, in the first one, the actor looks like he is shaking his head that I am posting these grabs... lol.