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Yeah, sorry. Had a brain fart and confused DR and color bit depth.

3:1 Raw and ProRes HQ are similar file sizes? I did not know that. With the 3:1 do you still get the 13 stops of DR compared to ProRes HQ's 10 stops? Also, how is the post workflow with 3:1 Raw? I assume you are using Resolve, but I don't have the strongest of computers, is the Raw easy to process with FCPX?

@kidzrevil IDK I think every shooter exposes slightly different and is looking for a different aesthetic. You have a very distinct visual style, so the combination between the way you expose and your profile settings need to be a specific recipe. You're getting really good results with the hack, but to be honest, your footage is the only example of the hack that I have seen that has benefitted by it. Ricardo underexposes, doesn't use the hack and he produces some of the best, cleanest images I've seen from the NX1. You say to use the master pedestal and a curve with the gh4 and that obviously worked for you because your footage is some of my favorite footage from the gh4(I still think you should go back to it) but Noam Kroll says to never use those settings and he has some of the best videos I've ever seen shot with it... Different roads to the same destination.

I think a little lowering of contrast with Panasonic is fine. In fact, I think it really depends on the lens. If you're using a low contrast lens, then -2 is a good contrast level. If you're using a modern lens, then all the way down does work ok. Stu Mascwitz still dialed down his contrast, all the way, with his brief testing of the GH4. Shane Hurlbut found -2 to be the best contrast setting. The Leeming LUT is based on -5 contrast. Martin Wallgren with the GX85 used the Natural Profile with everything dialed all the way down. They all were getting really good images.

That's a nice set up... Using the monitor mount as a handle is ingenious... Like a DIY steadicam. I'll probably get the Lilliput 5" monitor and then sell that once the Ikan VL35 3.5" monitor is released. I have a design in my head that will mimic a tilt LCD screen on mirrorless cameras by basically attaching a hinge to the top of the monitor and the other side to the top of the cage so it can swivel up and down 90 degrees directly behind the camera. I want to keep it as small as possible... Especially since a lot of the buttons are a little hard to access... Or so I hear? You can shoot 60p in prores, right?

I had to do it with the nx500 to level out unbalanced color. I notice it with the G7 as well but not as much. At default, the red blue and green were off. It took a few ticks down to get the colors even.

What's that quick connect strap thingy you have on the GX? Good points, but I also think one could use their body in a similar fashion you would use a swivel foot monopod to mimick slight slider and tilt movements. But yeah, for the most part it is all about the micro jitters.

This monitor looks interesting. It doesn't get great reviews, but the form factor is exactly what I'm looking for. If they made one in a 3.5" model I'd be sold. Crafty. The rubber washer was a great idea.

I don't know... The 60p alone is worth the upgrade, if you ask me. I'd rather it have a built in screen, but a cheap 3.5 in EVF will do the trick and still keep the real estate small. Also, you must have good eyes because I don't notice any of those things. And it's kinda not cool to nitpick the images Zak graciously shared. He said they are a couple grabs from a paid gig he is doing. Doubtful his client will see your comment, but still...

I had another look at those grabs and the details really are amazing. The light fall off on his leather jacket is stunning. Hmm. I can't believe there aren't more discussions about this camera! Damnit... Now I have to sell more stuff... Good thing I have enough lenses to film 30 features... So it shouldn't be too hard to raise the capital. Btw, was that with your DSO?

That's cool man. You're living the dream. A couple more questions, if you don't mind... Was that RAW or ProRes? Does the micro suffer from IR pollution like the pocket did? And is ASA 800 still the native ISO... Or ASA?

I can't believe how amazing that looks... Mind blowing. Does it say in the manual that the micro will make people look like Greg Kinear?

Yeah, I would do double sound, and use an external mic for a scratch track, but it's nice to know it is okay in case I pick up something golden. Is the FPN only an issue with Raw or is it also a problem with prores? Thanks for the answers btw.

Sorry, I meant external audio. Do you find that there is any usability, other than a scratch track, with the VideoMicro?

Good to hear. Do you have a pic of your rig? I have seen a few best offer deals on eBay and I must admit I am tempted. And since there are few small screen options becoming available, I may take the plunge... As long as I can get a small footprint. Is the internal audio any better than the Pocket?

So, it's been out for a few weeks now, what is the verdict? Does the 60p and longer battery life justify the upgrade from the Pocket?

Thanks, I start shooting in two weeks.

Right on. I recently purchased the metabones c mount adapter and it has opened up a lot more choices since more c-mounts will fit that adapter. So, since I am whittling down my lens collection I am finding that I really love the rendering of these old Cine lenses.

Hey @Nikkor do you know anything about the Cine Nikkor C mount lenses?

Great to here... Can we expect a preliminary/full review?

Interesting, I didn't know they were selling a body only version.

How does the ibis work in 1080p? And yes, if you don't mind I would really like to see some 4K footage in flat profile and some ibis 1080p.

@kidzrevil very nice. Looking forward to your results. You may want to check out the Contax Zeiss 35-70 zoom. It's supposed to be excellent.

I just checked Panasonic US and they are still at pre-order status with ship time stated as mid-May. BH had a ship date of May 16th but now states, "Ship Time: Not available"

When you decide to get a lens... You don't mess around.