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The term "Guardian Reader" is often used to describe a "champagne socialist". The sort of person who happily debates social inequality over a glass or two whilst warming in front of an Aga in their £500,000 kitchen renovation. The sort of person who might make a mini doc about the homeless on their personal Red in the hope of changing social attitudes. Not something to be taken too seriously...

The problem with this is that there is no definition of the "we". There are a plethora of groups who claim to know a (if not "the") "better way". There is, of course, neither evidence that any one of these is any better than any other nor, indeed, an improvement over the current state. By whose criteria might this be judged? Obviously "my" ideas are the best IFF the criteria are my own. And ultimately that's all that is being said here. One of the intriguing aspects of this is that, unlike a clinical trial, there is no control group - you can't test things empirically under identical conditions. In the UK, for example, it can never be tested whether Brexit will make things "better" (whatever that means). So it is all speculation. And speculation dressed up as "evidence" or as a means to legitimise a minority interest is equally as dangerous as the flaws of our current system. Yes, "we" (a collection of individuals satisfies the condition - we don't need a label) must strive always to change things for the better. But let's not perpetuate the myth that there is one defined "better way" nor, worse, that any one individual knows what that is. It's like colour grading - yes we can all try to improve but we'll never agree on the "best" outcome or style or "look" (this sentence added in the illusionary hope of making this relevant to a filming forum!) Tim

That's what it says on the box (apparently - not seen one) so that's good enough! Please, no more Nyquist...

Is there any camera other than the C200 which offers decent* high ISO (25600) 4K raw? A niche market but I'm tempted... aurora filming. Tim * from Bloom's review - maybe I'm mistaken.

There is, I hope, more to being a Mod than having the ability to delete or lock or otherwise censor threads. It might be useful if one of the criteria for being a mod was a demonstrable interest in answering questions posed by interested (and often interesting) beginners and/or more experienced filmmakers - to have made a positive contribution and helped people. Not my place to determine whether Ed fits that. Tim

Might this signal a link between Apple and the RED Hydrogen? Not sure what that might be however. It does seem like a slightly odd offering to find in the Apple store.

Your appeal to Baer is demonstrably nonsense. Rather than simply googling for something with apparent (albeit dubious) relevance, spend a moment thinking about the quote. "All" ideas? Of course, some ideas which eventually become scientific orthodoxy (the Higgs boson might be an example) enjoy controversy and disagreement when initially proposed and only acquire acceptance once evidence is produced and analysed. I suppose the "new idea" to replace film with digital might also be a more relevant example. But "all"? I think not. An example: "the earth is flat" was once a "new idea" too...

Including the awesome Petra Meade? Just noticed that John Lewis (Edinburgh) have a prominent and decent display and selection of cameras - dslr, mirrorless & compact. A large department store can presumably survive diminishing margins but it still looked impressive.

I'd be careful when going too "budget". I have bought three cheap sliders. They wobble and stick and are just generally unpleasant to use. If I'd been more sensible I think I'd have bought a (cheapest) Kessler in the first place...

I have no problem with anyone believing this speculative metaphysics if that is what they need to do. But it is "belief". It isn't "physics" or science - there is no "evidence" or reproducible fact or experimental hypothesis. In the strict use of the term it is non-sense. Appealing to "quantum-this" or "quantum-that" might look good but really just exhibits an ignorance of quantum mechanics (which by definition operates at a quantum scale). The Higgs field is not, as far as I am aware, something one can opt out of. Of course, much like any religious belief system, the absence of verification also implies the absence of empirical falsification hence the comparative ease with which adherents can fabricate arguments which prima facie support their views: "of course you can't see aliens, they wear invisibility cloaks". Personally I'm happy to live within the boundaries of what is real and watch what is not on the big screen.

Antigravity? Quantum mechanics? No. Its just the Red Hydrogen phone...

Agreed. I come back from a weekend away and my "memories" film will invariably be 30 mins. A friend goes away for a weekend, gives me his footage to do something with and it'll be three minutes at most (and probably better too!)

With the almost-impossible-to-reach start button on the side it's surely a Sony but I don't know which one. Not an A7s as that has the C3 button rather than the C4. Lens - no idea!

Go for a real bronze sculpture.

Yes - I guessed that!

Love my rx1004... Given the harsh treatment mine has taken, it's a rugged little thing ideal for travel. I'll have no hesitation in buying a 1005 or 1006 in due course. No it's not a BMMCC. It's not a C200/GH5 etc etc... But chances are it'll be in my pocket/bag! (And yes, so will my iPhone...)

Thanks for the wise words! I think I'll opt for the Isco ultra star and see where I end up...

Into anamorphic waters... its confusing! For use with BMMCC plus whatever lens might be recommended. The SLR anamorphic adapter - any good? The "gold" and red geared ones on eBay (around $480) - any good? Or is it really necessary to spend thousands to get decent results? Any advice appreciated... tim

I've often thought the Sony Vita (the handheld PlayStation) would be perfect for this sort of thing... but I'm sure there must be a reason why it's not!

In an amateur/hobbyist context I think the balance between the fun/convenience of using a camera and the quality of the "product" is an oft neglected debate. Arguably, for some, the "hobby" is at its best when it is fun to do it - in that sense the result isn't even that important. I don't enjoy the process with either the A7S or the rx1004 irrespective of the decent output. BM on the other hand is something I find great fun in its sheer simplicity. Of course, if the bread on the table depends on the output this perspective is irrelevant.

http://m.broadcastnow.co.uk/5118407.article BBC doc shot entirely on smartphone(s). Very niche but interesting.

Spending every winter in Saariselka I get this! Very funny. There's a very real issue about dogs shitting in the snow. I'd have skipped that line (it detracted from the cute nature of it). As to the different cameras... I'd not notice.

I like this. For rugged low light conditions it looks to be ideal - more investigation required prior to pre-order!

Possibly a bit of a harsh verdict? The Pocket is most definitely still "worth it" if one is looking for high quality 1080 output. I also think that it is an ideal learning tool for those new to grading etc. But I agree - it is a shame that BM have not released a 2.5k 60p version.

Why not just be happy to keep the A7S rather than waste emotional energy "wanting" a sports-journalists still camera? The A7Siii might offer more of what you require for a video upgrade but until then you have a camera you "love" so it's a good place.