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Reading the accounts on reduser of those who did attend, the verdict seems to be heading to “good but below expectations” territory. Except the audio which is getting very positive reviews (although how accurately this could be evaluated in a crowded, presumably noisy, space is anyone’s guess). So far there seems to be little additional information about the 2d camera and “cinema” modules/lens mounts. Interesting too that the “toy boys” are being “thrown off” reduser and into a different space (h4vuser.net). JJ did comment that the devices on display were very much “prototypes” - is that likely given the impending delivery and public viewings by the carriers? I’m not cancelling my preorder - but perhaps I didn’t really expect projected life size holograms to appear...

“What I do support is the freedom of the filmmaker to make a film of his choosing without censorship.” The danger here is that this statement is difficult to distinguish from: ”...is the freedom of the person to behave in a way of his choosing without censorship.” That is anarchy. In a JCSesque happy psycho-utopia it might work but in practice there is no evidence that it can or does or has. In a civilised society there are - and must be - certain moral standards and rules which govern the behaviour and actions of individuals. Those who break those rules are liable to sanctions. And that, in my opinion, has to apply to “filmmakers” just as much as a school teacher or any other occupation or label. Yes, “creative types” push, bend and test the rules - but that is an entirely different statement than to suggest that a filmmaker should be allowed to operate entirely out-with any moral boundary. No one individual or category of individuals deserves to be exempt from the moral control which “society” - broadly understood and interpreted and not even necessarily universal - deems appropriate. Remember Zach? I’m sure he described himself as a “filmmaker”. He wasn’t allowed to express his creativity in the way he thought appropriate because he “breached” the “rules” of a “community”. Note that, as far as I am aware, no one proposed that he should have been stopped before making the film. He had the “freedom” to make it - society retains an assumed moral authority and freedom to respond in whatever way it seems appropriate. Freedom - the key word here possibly - is never unrestrained or unqualified or independent of a given framework. ”He is here to trouble us and to prod, to get us out of our comfort zone and possibly even to give a few of us nightmares.” Would that justification also apply to a terrorist? Once the statement is qualified then it inevitably acquires an unresolved ambiguity and “dies the death of a thousand qualifications”. An interesting and thought-provoking article.

Quite a contrast to their ‘76 official video of New Rose. Great production and fitted the song and character of the band (insofar as I perceive it) perfectly. Thank you for posting this.

Don’t worry, I’ll give you a 3D call to place my order! Back to Eurovision... (when I preordered the Pocket I was almost tempted to cancel the Hydrogen. But didn’t)

Yes, definitely interested - to the point that I’m sitting here with cash in hand. Fabulous work.

Still makes more sense than the average Hydrogen post on reduser.

It’s back to the nets for you! I only got there with an unplanned edge which third man fumbled.

Of course, it depends on the purpose. I do travel stuff (“moving postcards”) so I take what’s given to me as and when I find it. Telling a story or making a documentary would be a totally different proposition (and much much harder I guess).

Even I can see the sandpaper in that footage... How long had you been saving the Century caption? A good job it was an Englishman who reached it first!

I’m always impressed by those here who can tell the camera from the footage. I admit to struggling to see the difference even when I am told where to look and what to look for! It’s like a game of chess - the colour grader trying to make the footage from the various cameras match and the eagle-eyed EOSHDer trying to spot the difference...

And you do wonder to what extent the Pocket 4k (and other data intensive cameras) actually drive the development of cards? The manufacturer who produces a card which meets those published specifications will certainly sell a few! Will the thread still be going when the camera is delivered?

Agreed. Fabulous lens (use it on my BM Micros).

The SmallHD sidefinder add-on makes the monitor “usable” irrespective of the ambient lighting - but does make the compact 502 look and feel far too cumbersome. The swing-out mechanism also permits it to be set up for a more casual framing view which is good. It does a good job overall although I find that changing the visible screen isn’t easy with limited access to the joystick. Was hoping to sell it once the Pocket arrives but I suspect it’ll still be needed...

Large camera. Wide lens mount. So I suppose it’s possible if that’s your thing...

I hope BM implement a way of preventing accidental setting changes with that dial as efficiently and effectively as the method of changing them when required...

Why have you settled for dslr full frame given that you accept that you might get “better quality” elsewhere? I’m certainly not trying to persuade you to change your mind - full frame certainly is a valid option - but before you commit I would suggest that you know why you’ve dismissed the BM Pocket 1 (for example - there are plenty of other options. I think older Panasonic’s might work for you too although I have no experience of them). Of course you don’t need to convince me or anyone one else here of your decision but challenge yourself! Once you’ve considered the alternatives and know why you’ve ruled them out then you’ll have the optimum solution for you. Enjoy whatever you end up with!

On reduser someone has posted that 2001 is going to be released on 4k Blu-ray (Scan of 70mm negative). But I’m only repeating what I’ve just read so no idea if this is good news, old news or simply false... (with apologies if it’s the latter two)

That would be a veritable treat. In my opinion that type of programme is precisely where the higher resolution formats excel.

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Lovely detail and texture in the decanters and glasses on the left which (to my eye) contrasts beautifully with the depth of the skin. Looking forward to seeing more of what the camera will do and, equally, what chaps like @cantsin are able to produce.

The incredible feature of Resolve is just how good and feature packed the free version is. A real credit to BM. Am I correct in thinking that noise reduction is the primary benefit of the paid version? Looking forward to playing with that in the Pocket version. For a lot of things I still find FCP and the add-ons & plug-ins easier (but as a hobbyist I claim next to zero talent in this respect).

I’m impressed by the degree of suspense that something so short and so simple generated. Fabulous.

Isn’t it possible to ask that question of all software and firmware upgrades? It isn’t unreasonable for a producer to charge a consumer for a new product or feature set is it? One can only base ones response on historical precedent - no guarantees for the future. The oft repeated formulae is don’t buy anything now on the belief in free upgrades tomorrow.

Yes - I couldn’t work out whether the “bomb” in this case was a positive or negative. And I thought it was just me... The C200 was tempting. But I decided not to go down that route - primarily on cost. For me a good decision as the Pocket 2 will give me the 4K raw to play with (the hobbiest market alluded to by @BenEricson above) and I get some goodies and save some cash. But the AF really does look super.

If that were true then absolutely, if you want to compare technology then go ahead. But your posts do also refer to Panasonic owners “getting nuts” (?) and the need to feel “sorry” for Sony owners. That’s not technology - it’s about people. Point out why, for you, the Pocket is the one you’ve preordered (I assume you have) but there’s no need to insult Panasonic or Sony owners et al. For me, I preordered because of an irrational belief that the image quality will be superb (irrational solely because I’ve not seen any) - I also own Sony cameras and I’m fine with that.