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This is why the Canon R5c can test relative poorly in raw yet approach very close to 13 stops with some noise reduction applied (in camera) and downsampled from 8k, which Gerald showed this in his review. Of course, dynamic range isn’t the same as highlight roll off, in which the R5c is better than the FX3/A7s3 because it allocates more stops in the highlights. But it comes at a cost of a lack of latitude in the shadows, like the Panasonic s5iix. The sigma fp and red Komodo are the opposite, so you have to really protect the highlights. None of this really matters if you understand your camera and exposure strategy. The Sonys and Canon c70 are balanced in their latitude, which can be better for doc work and run & gun.

Wow. Industry disrupting actually. Nikon stole the competitive advantage of Red’s ridiculous patent. I’m wondering how fast they can implement this—how much time I have to liquidate my canon gear.

This needs to be 16mm

Rode is a prosumer company.

I get it. Never getting rid of my 5D iii

Ah the ol’ reach around from down under

They need to ditch this ridiculous "pocket" design. I hope they release an updated 4K version of the real pocket camera. Also, a Komodo-like, modular box design w/ built in NDs. 6-8K. I don't expect autofocus or any cutting edge technology, but they can make these relatively simple changes.

Would be interested in how the image stabilization is on non native lenses, i.e., EF lenses with and without optical stab.

Looks like DJI is releasing a RS3 Mini

What windmills are you aiming at? I just said some camera designs are butt ugly. It’s an opinion. Enjoy being a martyr about nothing. Nobody cares.

You know there’s a design team for these cameras? For your laptop? Nevermind, you probably have a Dell

Man, Panasonic and Sony cameras are just butt ugly (aside from FX-3)

Komodo

I like this. Apple might be completely offloading FCP resources to Blackmagic. Resolve is industry standard. Apple's path to continued growth is cloud and digital services, and I can see Resolve becoming a subscription service for pro users, packaged with cloud storage from Apple. They worked together before with the BM eGPU, and I think it's a sign that they have been working together behind the scenes. It makes sense for Apple and Blackmagic to collaborate on a large sensor camera with the most efficient workflow from acquisition to delivery, equipping the masses with professional tools for content creation. The studio film industry will justify itself with $100K Arris, but for everybody else? Somebody will come for Canon, Sony and even Red's lunch. Throughout the backdoor.

Let’s not get carried away, if production gets to that level, the fx3 will be used, not the fx30. It doesn’t matter what the marketing lit says, no real production would ever use the fx30 over the fx3 because the cost difference is nothing compared to the compromises. Sony is diluting their cinema line to sell more cameras to influencers and casuals. So what? Not sure what you’re getting worked up over. Canon has been doing the opposite for decades. Just get the camera that’s right for you.

To be fair, I don’t think the main demographic of this camera would require DCI standards. Nobody aiming for cinema release would be using this camera. Much better options. This is for influencers.

Love this FX3/FX30 body. Best of any mirrorless. But the dynamic range and roller shutter will definitely cause some limitations. Also, the lack of EVF is reflected in the price. I'm not sure it's a great deal, but it makes sense if you're a Sony shooter and need a B cam... But...this really undercuts the FX3. Too much of a price difference. If you're really on a tight budget, you'd just pick up two FX30s. If you have a bit of a higher budget, a FX6 and a FX30 makes a lot more sense instead of two FX3s. If you're a hybrid shooter, the A7Siii is a no brainer over the FX3. Actually, all these mid-tier 4K "cinema" cameras all seem pretty overpriced now.

For run and gun, Komodo is best with an AC, since the autofocus is not as developed as Canon and Sony's. However, on the upside, you can use the link adapter to monitor w/ your phone with minimal lag, and your entire crew can monitor on their phones/iPads over wifi, within a reasonable distance. Definitely global shutter and patent on compressed raw 🖕help the image. You can strip down the camera with just a wingtip and a M-mount lens for very low key shooting, although you can rule out the slim BP915 batteries—you won't be able to turn the camera back on after 20 minutes.

If you're going to use the VND, how often do you really need to take it on and off? The kippertie is a no-brainer if using s35 lenses for Komodo. I found the Canon VND to be slightly more neutral than the breakthrough, which was disappointing. I sold mine. Some on the reduser FB group found similar results. Maybe there's some sample variation? Agreed on magnetic lenses...I've been waiting for Breakthrough to release their new magnetic lenses but it seems they're busy with the other releases. Nice to see them get involved with cinema solutions though. Anyways, matte boxes are becoming increasingly compact (bright tangerine, tilt, smallrig) - they're a pretty good interim solution if you're willing to spend on filters. But yeah, filters are pretty annoying. The next Canon cinema camera w/ full-frame, DGO, and internal ND should be compelling.

Who died? Isn’t RF still the most versatile mount, even with the recent rumors/reports? And I still see 3rd party lenses being released. We’ll see what exactly is going on soon enough. Maybe this financial armageddon destroys all legacy camera manufacturers anyways. Anyways, the ef 50 is tolerable if you don’t shoot wide open, don’t need to finish 4K+, and don’t need to match lenses. If you do need a set, keep it consistent; the older 24, 35, 50, and 85. If you need 6k/8k or even sharp 4K, the 35mm ii, 85mm 1.4ii and the recent zooms all can hang with the RF lenses. If you need a wide fast prime, the sigmas (20, 28) matched relatively well. The hole at 50mm? Well, we had few choices so we tried out RF and Otus. We went with the RF for our workflow—the image was nearly indistinguishable. At some point, the RF L line will be complete. It’ll be expensive, as will Sony’s, as these remaining camera businesses evolve towards Zeiss/Leica’s path in a diminishing market.

Tested on our R5 and RED Raptor, the RF 50mm 1.2 far out resolved the EF 50mm, which looked out of focus in comparison. Resolution isn't everything, but the EF also suffered from more chromatic aberration, fringing, and busier bokeh. I don't know. Great lenses are expensive—even EF lenses like the 35mm 1.4 ii or the most recent EF zooms. The RF are nearly the same price as those—and the Sony counterparts as well. If you're complaining about the RF, you might as well complain about everything else. About the RF exclusivity, we'll see how it plays out. Still see a ton of 3rd party RF lenses being released on B&H.

Companies will do what they think they need to do to stay in business. Doesn't bother me too much because the EF/RF adapters, especially the ones that include CDs and speed boosters, are quite functional, even essential. The moment Canon makes a full frame version of the C70 (internal NDs+Full frame), then yeah, you'll really feel the pressure to go RF. At this point, Canon's decision doesn't adversely affect innovation and buyers the way Red's patent does. Canon will continue to support EF lenses, which is still the most widely supported mount. The real immediate loss is the hope of Sigma RF lenses because they're both good and affordable. RF lenses are unquestionably expensive, but Canon will have to keep innovating to justify the price, which to their credit, they have--for the most part. The 50mm 1.2 RF version destroys the EF. It's like an Otus with autofocus. Also, the 24-70 zoom adds IS to the 2.8 - and is much quieter. Two significant improvements to the EF versions. There are real innovations being made, but like anything, vote with your wallet.

Sensor size will increase, but it will be subject to limiting factors. One, diminishing returns and less demand for what a larger sensor size can get you. Not everybody in the market will need or care. Second, AI will increasingly simulate what larger sensors offer. Doesn't mean Apple and Google will dominate the pro industry. The pros will remain; what won't be the large prosumer market that buys pro gear for no good reason. They won't be able to afford the pro gear nor will they need it.

red implemented this with their app for komodo. you get pro monitoring tools and even tap to focus. connects via wi-fi so it’s wirelessly accessible to all but with a catch. slight stutter/lag. improves with wired connection via adapter, which is good enough that I prefer it over my portkeys bm5 monitor when I op. i always prefer to shoot light and simple as possible. can’t see how it won’t get better in the future. other camera manufacturers need to get on board. canon’s is trash.

Don’t want kids?