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    Trek of Joy reacted to Framed_By_Dan in What OG cams you got your eyes on going into 2023?   
    Despite moving on from Canon years ago I still have a hankering for a 1DC. I have absolutely no need or place for one but having used one a couple of times and still have some 4K Log footage stored, I look at it from time to time and it still impresses me. 
    I'd still be interested to see how a Sigma 18-35mm would fair on it, I do remember once using it paired with a Speedbooster Ultra on a GH5S making it roughly 1.27x crop with a touch of vignetting in the corners. 1.3x in DCI 4K mode on the 1DC must be do-able then!
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    Trek of Joy reacted to SRV1981 in Fx30 or a7IV for Hybrid w/ 1 lens?   
    Gents! I’m most likely preordering the S5II. The videos that compare to Sony seem like Panny is the go to! 
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    Trek of Joy got a reaction from SRV1981 in Fx30 or a7IV for Hybrid w/ 1 lens?   
    Nah I’m good, skin tones just do not look good above 1600 or so. That infamous Sony blotchy-ness rears its ugly head. Noise is terrible too compared to the a7IV. So yes weird color shifts on someone’s face to me is vomit. YMMV.
    But this is a silly circle jerk since the OP wants something for photos. An ES only camera, without a stacked sensor or an EVF, that can only do a single shot like it’s 1953 instead of 2023, is just a poor recommendation. As a one camera/lens solution they’re looking for - the superior DR and photo capabilities makes a FF hybrid like the a7IV an infinitely better choice. 
    And I actually like the FX30, even thought about getting one as a b/c cam, but it won’t cost much more to get better FF options like a minty used a7IV or a7sIII. 
    cheers
    chris
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    Trek of Joy reacted to A_Urquhart in Fx30 or a7IV for Hybrid w/ 1 lens?   
    Cool story bro. If you can't get images out of the FX30 that don't make you want to vomit, that's user error. You're doing something very wrong.
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    Trek of Joy reacted to IronFilm in Fx30 or a7IV for Hybrid w/ 1 lens?   
    If you're starting from scratch, I can't think of any reason why I'd go for the a7mk4 over the S5mk2
    (maybe there is some weird hyper niche reason "why", like maybe there has never been a underwater deep diving case made the S5 and exists instead for the a7mk4?? But I doubt that reason exists)
      
    The FX3/FX30 have a better UI for video shooting with, it's purpose built around that. And has the edge in image quality too. Plus has TC, that the a7 & a7S series cameras lack. 
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    Trek of Joy got a reaction from IronFilm in What OG cams you got your eyes on going into 2023?   
    I have a Ninja V that sees almost no use. The BMMCC would at least give it some life. 😂 Given the need to rig the camera a bit because of the battery, it really doesn’t matter much beyond that to me since the Ninja on a top handle isn’t cumbersome with other rig bits. Still kicking myself for a missed auction back in fall 2021 that closed under $500 with a couple m43 lenses, full cage setup and a ton of accessories. A perfect starter kit. Grrr. 
    cheers
    chris
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    Trek of Joy got a reaction from Kisaha in What OG cams you got your eyes on going into 2023?   
    Forgot about the c100 mkII as well - DPAF, ND's, Clog, XLR audio, 60p and so on. When prices hit $500 or so, I'll give it a look. 1080p is plenty for social and most deliverables. But everything is just so easy with the a7sIII, I haven't given many video cameras a second look in a couple years. I'm always thinking the grass is greener with the BM Micro. So many cool options, I just don't like having a lot of gear sitting around that doesn't get used. 
    Chris
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    Trek of Joy got a reaction from bjohn in What OG cams you got your eyes on going into 2023?   
    I have a Ninja V that sees almost no use. The BMMCC would at least give it some life. 😂 Given the need to rig the camera a bit because of the battery, it really doesn’t matter much beyond that to me since the Ninja on a top handle isn’t cumbersome with other rig bits. Still kicking myself for a missed auction back in fall 2021 that closed under $500 with a couple m43 lenses, full cage setup and a ton of accessories. A perfect starter kit. Grrr. 
    cheers
    chris
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    Trek of Joy got a reaction from PannySVHS in What OG cams you got your eyes on going into 2023?   
    The 5d3, EOS M - for ML, and the Blackmagic Micro (massive thread on this forum) are the only OG's on my radar. I just don't have any EF or m43 lenses. Being all Sony has its drawbacks LOL! Don't have CF cards for the 5d3 either. But those three are at the top of my list. With the obnoxious prices for the BM Micro, the EOS M is probably my tinker cam of choice.
    Cheers
    Chris
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    Trek of Joy reacted to gt3rs in Canon EOS R5C   
    25 fps, only lens IS, lens Canon RF 400 2.8 IS (rented). I don't use EIS as I'm RAW only other than when I need 120fps that I need to use 10bit log. 

    On long lenses 70-200, 100-500 and 400 in my experience IS works better than IS+IBIS, and as you cannot turn off IBIS and keep IS on the R5 I always use the R5c for long lens work especially handled. 
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    Trek of Joy reacted to bjohn in What OG cams you got your eyes on going into 2023?   
    I think your biggest challenge with the Micro would be finding SD cards that work. There are a few; the cheap Kingston ones have worked for many people but mine only lasted a year; I then spent the big bucks on two Angelbird 128 gig cards and those have been rock-solid reliable so far. I also have a stash of the original Sandisk cards that were approved for this camera but there's always the worry of what to do when cards start to fail. At that point I'd switch to an external monitor/recorder and just shoot ProRes.
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    Trek of Joy got a reaction from PannySVHS in What OG cams you got your eyes on going into 2023?   
    Forgot about the c100 mkII as well - DPAF, ND's, Clog, XLR audio, 60p and so on. When prices hit $500 or so, I'll give it a look. 1080p is plenty for social and most deliverables. But everything is just so easy with the a7sIII, I haven't given many video cameras a second look in a couple years. I'm always thinking the grass is greener with the BM Micro. So many cool options, I just don't like having a lot of gear sitting around that doesn't get used. 
    Chris
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    Trek of Joy got a reaction from SRV1981 in Question regarding where to sell gear   
    If you're in North America, I'd use Fred Miranda's buy/sell board. Check price history with recent listings, be very honest about the condition and post lots of photos. I've bought and sold dozens of cameras and lenses over the last 10 years there.
    Screw eBay. Too many reports of buyers claiming they weren't shipped the items and getting full refunds with ebay's buyer protection. And there's no way to dispute if its a fake claim. Hell no, I would never sell anything of value on eBay. Marketplace is a dumpster fire of scammers. Its tiresome with all the "kindly send me your info" scam BS. 
    Chris
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    Trek of Joy got a reaction from IronFilm in What OG cams you got your eyes on going into 2023?   
    Forgot about the c100 mkII as well - DPAF, ND's, Clog, XLR audio, 60p and so on. When prices hit $500 or so, I'll give it a look. 1080p is plenty for social and most deliverables. But everything is just so easy with the a7sIII, I haven't given many video cameras a second look in a couple years. I'm always thinking the grass is greener with the BM Micro. So many cool options, I just don't like having a lot of gear sitting around that doesn't get used. 
    Chris
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    Trek of Joy reacted to markr041 in Sony FX30 (S35 FX3)   
    fx30 with an Anamorphic Lens:
     


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    Trek of Joy reacted to markr041 in Sony FX30 (S35 FX3)   
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    Trek of Joy reacted to Ty Harper in Fujifilm AF system lenses   
    I'm in the same boat when it comes to Fuji otherwise I would've already bought an XT3/4/5. That said the used prices of an XT3/4 are getting to the level of cheap where I might eventually give it a try bcuz I really love the size and OG look of those cams...
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    Trek of Joy got a reaction from Emanuel in Fujifilm AF system lenses   
    As much as I want to move to Fuji, this is what keeps me in Sony camp. The subject/face/eye AF is just remarkable - with both photos and video - on my a7IV and the 2.5 year old a7sIII. And you don't need the latest GM linear lenses for excellent results, I use the pedestrian 35/85 1.8's and they're brilliant performers. I'm farsighted with glasses for reading, when shooting outside its tough to see both my subject and the LCD without constantly shuffling my glasses around. So I mostly rely on either the EVF or Sony's touch tracking (something Fuji also lacks) and I rarely miss a shot.
    I really want to see Fuji reach Canon/Sony and even Z9 levels, but they just can't seem to crack the code. I was about to sell my a6300 and some other rarely used gear (looking at you Ninja V impulse purchase LOL!) to tinker with the XH2, but I'm pausing that plan until Fuji addresses this with an update.
    Cheers
     Chris
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    Trek of Joy got a reaction from IronFilm in A7RV announced   
    For what you do that's a solid lineup. I'm in the same boat, shoot tons of photos and video, and I'm actually considering shrinking my kit a bit with all the recent aps-c lens announcements and the FX30 - combined with either my a7IV as my photo workhorse or the a7rV. The 26mp crop mode for stills on the rV makes for a lot of versatility.
    Just an FYI, the Tamron RXD lenses are not quite as good as the VXD lenses from an AF standpoint. They still perform well, I ran the original 28-75 a lot on the a7sIII, never had any major issues. The newer version is better. The linear motors are smoother. The 35-150 is awesome. If I could find one, it would live on one of my bodies.
    Mixing aps-c and FF complicates things a bit lens wise for me, but with small/fast zooms like the Tamron's and the new Sigma 18-50/2.8, it really has me itching to downsize a bit and move from the a7sIII to the FX30. The complete lack of photo features gives me pause, as I actually do shoot a fair number of photos with the a7sIII. I get its cost cutting to hit that price point, but not having a shutter and single shot only with the FX30 is a numb nut decision to gimp the camera.
    Cheers
    Chris
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    Trek of Joy reacted to IronFilm in Help! Looking for good BTS films, docs, YouTube vids on the making of films???   
    There is a doco about everything that went wrong on Apocalypse Now:
    Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker's Apocalypse
     
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    Trek of Joy reacted to elgabogomez in Help! Looking for good BTS films, docs, YouTube vids on the making of films???   
    Lost in La Mancha is a very interesting documentary/bts of a movie Terry Gilliam couldn’t finish.
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    Trek of Joy reacted to IronFilm in Help! Looking for good BTS films, docs, YouTube vids on the making of films???   
    I have lots of BTS videos on my youtube channel (and from the sound perspective, which is a very frequently overlooked aspect). Plus the kind of productions which allow me to / don't mind if I do BTS, are often smaller budget productions, and more relatable to your students than AAA Blockbuster Films. 
    https://www.youtube.com/c/SoundSpeeding/videos 
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    Trek of Joy reacted to BTM_Pix in Help! Looking for good BTS films, docs, YouTube vids on the making of films???   
    Project Greenlight fits the bill for you in terms of the full crew/budget/schedule aspect but, even just for contrast, this full length run down of the whole process on a micro level is very comprehensive.
     
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    Trek of Joy reacted to BTM_Pix in Help! Looking for good BTS films, docs, YouTube vids on the making of films???   
    Project Greenlight might fit the bill.
    I've only watched the first season as I'm not sure if the other seasons aired in the UK.
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Project_Greenlight
    To be honest, I'm not sure the first one did either and I may have watched it via a "non-traditional" method 🙂 
    Its based on a competition element but once that is out of the way after the opening episode or two and they've picked the winning script it then follows the whole process through to the film being released.
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    Trek of Joy got a reaction from Juank in 12MP, if not cropping, Enough for Most Average Photography Needs?   
    The a7IV can be a little more flexible ISO-wise (with a lot of caveats) since the a7sIII is awful at 3200/6400, meaning you have to skip those ISO's and just jump to 12800 for the cleanest image. If you look at comparisons there's really no difference at 12800 noise-wise and above until the a7IV reaches its max at 51200, plus the IV is more detailed since its oversampled and doesn't seem to have the overly aggressive NR the a7sIII does. But the a7sIII has a huge advantage with rolling shutter, overheating, and FF 4k60p plus a minimal crop for 4k120p. The a7IV has pretty bad RS in FF mode, but really good in s35 mode. Its basically Sony's best aps-c video hybrid that can shoot FF 4k 24/30p.
    Chris
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