Re: [videoblogging] camera
Hi Julian, First a BIG Thanx to Jules, Gena, and David for the advice that pointed me in the right direction. As you know, the amount of product avail is overwhelming and that's just on amazon ebay. So I thought I'd address 2 issues with one purchase, if possible, as I do need primarily to address the video issue but thought I could also get a suitable replacement for the Canon point-n-shoot that had a coronary last month. Maybe not possible in one lo price unit, but that's ok. So I've looked into the Zi8 which amazon has on a special price with xtras thrown in to cement the deal. They are also offering the CG10 at about $124. and that looks pretty good too. Getting past newer/older tech, looks(professional if possible), and price. not too much to ask for, I mean I figure you ask for the sky and negotiate from there. Anyway, after reading tons of reviews, some from very angry camera owners, I really need to be sure that the images in the camera can be seen on the client's computer either PC or Mac with very little fumbling around. Or God forbid, crashing the system. Oy! All of you have been stellar. Thanx again and if you have any thoughts pleze add them. Tom Oh by the way, Jules, I read some interesting info on your company web re: seo optimization and jquery. Like to know more after this debacle is addressed. On Jun 14, 2010, at 5:52 PM, Julian Seery Gude wrote: Hi Tom, Oops, didn't copy the list in my first response to you. Then thought of one last thing to add (at end of this email). In case anyone else wants to jump in to reply to Tom, my advice was that I believe a cheap camera like the Sanyo Xacti VPC-CG10 would do just fine (as would many others). My other suggestion was just a basic one that others here have written about before, such as moving the camera closer and perhaps using a cheap audio recorder as a backup to reduce the worry of things going wrong with the audio in the field (good ol' murphy). One last note about something that surprised me on the Xacti's external mic jack. Sanyo doesn't use a standard sized audio input jack on cameras like the VPC-HD1000/2000. You'll likely need a $2.50 converter from Radio Shack (or similar) to plug your external mic into your camera. /jules On Mon, Jun 14, 2010 at 5:17 PM, Tom Dolan tomjdo...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Julian, I've saved the email that you wrote as a reference for the future. It was the most considered and considerate response I got, and well, the future rushed in the door this past weekend. Right off the bat, I'm apologizing for this surprise email and if it's too much trouble to answer, and it may well be, I am not offended. I do have a Skype account w/video capability so if that's an option, I'm available at your convenience. Here's the reason for this rushed if not frantic communique, A non-profit org. where I volunteer, heard about a Training program I've been developing. At one of their events this past weekend their CEO requested that I run a couple of these workshops for their staff. Although it came as a surprise, for all the right reasons I said... Yes. Which brings this email to you. I know I'll need a video camera as that's part of the training regimen. The main issue is $$. I really want to do the training but the camera need couldn't have come at a worse time financially. Nevertheless, what is, is. So I re-read your email, below and consolidating all the suggestions I've read, I figured that I should wait to buy a camera with an audio-in for an xternal mic. But, that feature raises the camera price substantially as other features are added also or upgraded. The training will take place in a conference room or office. One person at a time. Camera on a tripod, maybe 10-15' away. I will record the person speaking, then plug the camera into a handy computer, theirs, watch it and comment, then move on. That's it, no iMovie editing, no saving on the camera. So I need some advice if you could be so kind. Under the described conditions, do you recommend an xternal mic or would the built in mic suffice, and remember this is about speaking. Does the video format matter if I'm simply recording to view on a computer, mac or pc, not to edit? As a result of this request, I've been frantically investigating alternatives on the web. I went to ebay and found a VPC-HD 1000, USED up for bids. Takes an xternal mic, which I may/may not need. Cruised amazon. Found a simpler xacti CG10 on sale for $124. but no xternal mic. Than I began looking at the newer digital point-n-shoots from Canon, Sony, Nikon that are both pic vid with audio. Priced at around $150 w/vid capability, if they work and they might, that's the top end of my budget right now. Would prefer around $100-125 actually. I could go on, but out of respect for you, I'll stop. OK, so if you have anytime this week to address this or if you
Re: [videoblogging] camera
Hi Julian,
I've saved the email that you wrote as a reference for the future. It
was the most considered and considerate response I got, and well, the
future rushed in the door this past weekend. Right off the bat, I'm
apologizing for this surprise email and if it's too much trouble to
answer, and it may well be, I am not offended. I do have a Skype
account w/video capability so if that's an option, I'm available at
your convenience. Here's the reason for this rushed if not frantic
communique,
A non-profit org. where I volunteer, heard about a Training program
I've been developing. At one of their events this past weekend their
CEO requested that I run a couple of these workshops for their staff.
Although it came as a surprise, for all the right reasons I said...
Yes. Which brings this email to you.
I know I'll need a video camera as that's part of the training
regimen. The main issue is $$. I really want to do the training but
the camera need couldn't have come at a worse time financially.
Nevertheless, what is, is. So I re-read your email, below and
consolidating all the suggestions I've read, I figured that I should
wait to buy a camera with an audio-in for an xternal mic. But, that
feature raises the camera price substantially as other features are
added also or upgraded.
The training will take place in a conference room or office. One
person at a time. Camera on a tripod, maybe 10-15' away. I will record
the person speaking, then plug the camera into a handy computer,
theirs, watch it and comment, then move on. That's it, no iMovie
editing, no saving on the camera. So I need some advice if you could
be so kind.
Under the described conditions, do you recommend an xternal mic or
would the built in mic suffice, and remember this is about speaking.
Does the video format matter if I'm simply recording to view on a
computer, mac or pc, not to edit?
As a result of this request, I've been frantically investigating
alternatives on the web. I went to ebay and found a VPC-HD 1000, USED
up for bids. Takes an xternal mic, which I may/may not need. Cruised
amazon. Found a simpler xacti CG10 on sale for $124. but no xternal
mic. Than I began looking at the newer digital point-n-shoots from
Canon, Sony, Nikon that are both pic vid with audio. Priced at
around $150 w/vid capability, if they work and they might, that's the
top end of my budget right now. Would prefer around $100-125 actually.
I could go on, but out of respect for you, I'll stop.
OK, so if you have anytime this week to address this or if you think
using Skype would expedite this or make it easier for you please advise.
If you've read this far, you're a gem of a person, and
Thank you,
Tom Dolan
tomjdolan.com
On Jan 26, 2010, at 2:52 AM, Julian Seery Gude wrote:
Hi Tom,
You mentioned the Sanyo's and their Xacti line is a big hit with
many on this list and I'm one of them.
To get an external mic you can go with the VPC-HD2000 which has a
street price of $500 new (I think they listed for around $800). I
really am a huge fan of the Xacti pistol grip format and I've used
their entry level 720p offering the VPC-CG10 (sorry, no ext mic) to
great satisfaction. Just last week I picked up an older VPC-HD1000
(does have ext mic) for $255 off eBay with lots of nice accessories
(like a wide angle lens).
I know a lot of people love the Canons. I believe Flash based units
like the Canon Vixia HF200 are very good and in the price range of
$550 street.
Which leads me to a follow on question for the group. These HD
videocameras need nice fast SDHC cards. Which ones have worked best
for you?
Theoretically any modern Flash based HD camera should be shooting
through a Class 6 or better card. I've read lots of good things
about Class 10 cards and after pouring through reviews settled on
the Patriot LX series. The 8GB unit is only $26 but really hard to
find in stock. 16GB in the Patriot goes for $46 and is widely
available. I hear that the Patriots compare very favorably with the
Sandisk Extreme's which go for over double the price. Any
experiences with Class 6 and Class 10 SDHC cards to share?
/julian
---
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jul...@exceler8.com
{561} 584-9088 or {skype} exceler8
LOCALNa8ion.com and exceler8.com
On the web: http://www.google.com/profiles/JulianSeeryGude
On Jan 25, 2010, at 11:43 PM, Tom Dolan wrote:
Hey Vid-folk,
I had an interesting idea and I want to run it by you. A local but
large pro camera shop might take in trade, a complete Pentax 35mm
outfit. Xcellent condition, lenses, motor, etc... towards something
else. I won't get what I think it's worth but I might be offered enuf
to let it go. Now,
Here's the conundrum: at different price levels starting lo and
ending
at about $6/800..(OK so I'm optimistic), what would you suggest I
consider? It's got to work with iMac-iMovie'09, have
Re: [videoblogging] camera
Hi Tom, Oops, didn't copy the list in my first response to you. Then thought of one last thing to add (at end of this email). In case anyone else wants to jump in to reply to Tom, my advice was that I believe a cheap camera like the Sanyo Xacti VPC-CG10 would do just fine (as would many others). My other suggestion was just a basic one that others here have written about before, such as moving the camera closer and perhaps using a cheap audio recorder as a backup to reduce the worry of things going wrong with the audio in the field (good ol' murphy). One last note about something that surprised me on the Xacti's external mic jack. Sanyo doesn't use a standard sized audio input jack on cameras like the VPC-HD1000/2000. You'll likely need a $2.50 converter from Radio Shack (or similar) to plug your external mic into your camera. /jules On Mon, Jun 14, 2010 at 5:17 PM, Tom Dolan tomjdo...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Julian, I've saved the email that you wrote as a reference for the future. It was the most considered and considerate response I got, and well, the future rushed in the door this past weekend. Right off the bat, I'm apologizing for this surprise email and if it's too much trouble to answer, and it may well be, I am not offended. I do have a Skype account w/video capability so if that's an option, I'm available at your convenience. Here's the reason for this rushed if not frantic communique, A non-profit org. where I volunteer, heard about a Training program I've been developing. At one of their events this past weekend their CEO requested that I run a couple of these workshops for their staff. Although it came as a surprise, for all the right reasons I said... Yes. Which brings this email to you. I know I'll need a video camera as that's part of the training regimen. The main issue is $$. I really want to do the training but the camera need couldn't have come at a worse time financially. Nevertheless, what is, is. So I re-read your email, below and consolidating all the suggestions I've read, I figured that I should wait to buy a camera with an audio-in for an xternal mic. But, that feature raises the camera price substantially as other features are added also or upgraded. The training will take place in a conference room or office. One person at a time. Camera on a tripod, maybe 10-15' away. I will record the person speaking, then plug the camera into a handy computer, theirs, watch it and comment, then move on. That's it, no iMovie editing, no saving on the camera. So I need some advice if you could be so kind. Under the described conditions, do you recommend an xternal mic or would the built in mic suffice, and remember this is about speaking. Does the video format matter if I'm simply recording to view on a computer, mac or pc, not to edit? As a result of this request, I've been frantically investigating alternatives on the web. I went to ebay and found a VPC-HD 1000, USED up for bids. Takes an xternal mic, which I may/may not need. Cruised amazon. Found a simpler xacti CG10 on sale for $124. but no xternal mic. Than I began looking at the newer digital point-n-shoots from Canon, Sony, Nikon that are both pic vid with audio. Priced at around $150 w/vid capability, if they work and they might, that's the top end of my budget right now. Would prefer around $100-125 actually. I could go on, but out of respect for you, I'll stop. OK, so if you have anytime this week to address this or if you think using Skype would expedite this or make it easier for you please advise. If you've read this far, you're a gem of a person, and Thank you, Tom Dolan tomjdolan.com On Jan 26, 2010, at 2:52 AM, Julian Seery Gude wrote: Hi Tom, You mentioned the Sanyo's and their Xacti line is a big hit with many on this list and I'm one of them. To get an external mic you can go with the VPC-HD2000 which has a street price of $500 new (I think they listed for around $800). I really am a huge fan of the Xacti pistol grip format and I've used their entry level 720p offering the VPC-CG10 (sorry, no ext mic) to great satisfaction. Just last week I picked up an older VPC-HD1000 (does have ext mic) for $255 off eBay with lots of nice accessories (like a wide angle lens). I know a lot of people love the Canons. I believe Flash based units like the Canon Vixia HF200 are very good and in the price range of $550 street. Which leads me to a follow on question for the group. These HD videocameras need nice fast SDHC cards. Which ones have worked best for you? Theoretically any modern Flash based HD camera should be shooting through a Class 6 or better card. I've read lots of good things about Class 10 cards and after pouring through reviews settled on the Patriot LX series. The 8GB unit is only $26 but really hard to find in stock. 16GB in the Patriot goes for $46 and is widely available. I hear that the Patriots
Re: [videoblogging] camera
On Tue, Jun 15, 2010 at 10:52 AM, Julian Seery Gude jul...@exceler8.com wrote: One last note about something that surprised me on the Xacti's external mic jack. Sanyo doesn't use a standard sized audio input jack on cameras like the VPC-HD1000/2000. You'll likely need a $2.50 converter from Radio Shack (or similar) to plug your external mic into your camera. My Xacti HD-1010 came with the 2.5mm to 3.5mm stereo jack converter, so no need to buy the extra adapter. Dave.
Re: [videoblogging] camera and teleprompter advice, please
Loreta_Vaidas: I think the budget for that is max $3000. ... I think what's important for sure is the xlr mic connection option. Also, I guess it would be helpful to not deal with dv tapes anymore. ... Also, does anybody have any ideas for a portable teleprompter. Hi Loreta: Foremost, the tape issue is subjective for many reasons. I encourage you put any notion that tape is inferior out of your mind, because there are distinct benefits to using it (that said even though we use both tape and DTE). Tape has advantages and will for many years to come. You've several solid camcorder choices at the indicated price-point, some with and some without XLR slots. Of these my personal favorite (the one we use) is the Canon XH 1A series -- either the A or S model. Differences between the two appear minor for your purposes, so I'd recommend shopping for the A model. (The A model is currently no longer manufactured but can be found, both new and refurbished, if one shops around. Check the BH Photo used stock.) Based on what you've indicated the XH 1A is far more unit than you'll use at first (but I could be wrong), although you'll easily grow into this camcorder if my hunch is right. However both models have an easy setting (for lack of a better description) that essentially turns the camcorder into a point-n-shot, which automates key functions. The Canon XH 1A is the documentarian's choice for field work, and is a hardy unit that will hold up to rough handling -- giving you great service for years to come. For an example of images shot with the XH 1A, go to TailTrex.tv (the flying forest scenes were originally shot by a friend of ours at the Forest Service, using this camcorder). Lastly, for teleprompters, check out the QuickPrompt units (http://www.telepromptermirrors.com/buyteleprompter.htm) and Prompt Dog (http://www.dvcreators.net/promptdog) for a professional grade portable prompter set-up, without the pro cost. Hope this helps. Mark Villaseñor, http://www.TailTrex.tv Canine Adventures For Charity - sm http://www.SOAR508.org
Re: [videoblogging] camera and teleprompter advice, please
I would take a look at the Panasonic Prosumer line of cameras that use flash cards. http://www.panasonic.com/business/provideo/home.asp On Wed, May 12, 2010 at 1:43 AM, Loreta_Vaidas loretabir...@yahoo.comwrote: Hello, Ok..so I have a question (again! :) ). I'm working with a lady in her company and she'd like to invest in a new camera. We currently use my camcorder (sony hdr hd7), which does a great job for the what we do now. But I do miss some wide angle shots while using it and plus we need an extra camcorder as a back up anyway. Can you please recommend anything from a pro level? I've always been a fan of Sony, but I'll look into others as well. I'm not a very tech savvy person. I just know that the new camera at least has to have all the options that my current has :), plus hopefully 2 xlr connections, wider angle lense possibility, etc. Please advise on some models that you may be using or have heard that they're good so that I could look into them. I think the budget for that is max $3000. But if there's a non pro type camera that has all what I need, o a possibility to accessorize with stuff, I'm willing to look into this as well. I think what's important for sure is the xlr mic connection option. Also, I guess it would be helpful to not deal with dv tapes anymore. Again..any advice is appreciated. Also, does anybody have any ideas for a portable teleprompter. I've seen multiple videos how to make one on your own real cheap, but then we're dealing with clients and we don't want to ruin the image of the company by using home made cheap stuff. But also we don't want to pay $2000 for a prompter either. Any links on that? We tried using the laptop under the camera, but it's very visible that the person is reading. Thanks again so much for all your knowledge! Loreta www.loretatv.wordpress.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/videoblogging/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional * To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/videoblogging/join (Yahoo! ID required) * To change settings via email: videoblogging-dig...@yahoogroups.com videoblogging-fullfeatu...@yahoogroups.com * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: videoblogging-unsubscr...@yahoogroups.com * Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
Re: [videoblogging] camera features
A good quality camera shouldn't have too much problem with tape noise. An in-store test isn't going to help you because of the background noise.Better to google. But even if there's no real hum from the tape mechanism, the on-board mic is going to be pretty poor quality anyway compared to an external. I would spend more time worrying about the quality of the image, colours and low light performance. Then lens is probably more important than anything. AVCHD should be fine with iMovie 09. HD still isn't necessary for web viewing - particularly 1080. Most web video is seen at somewhere between 320x240 and 640x480. Most HD is 720. But things are changing and HD futureproofs you for a while. And a good quality HD camera with a good lens should give you nice images even if you export at much lower resolution. Play with the Sanyo. I have found the pistol grip to be the best way to hold a camera, especially for videoblogging. I wish every small camera was built like that. And when you're not hand-holding it, you can put it on a little tripod, so it doesn't matter. Rupert http://twittervlog.tv On 28 Jan 2010, at 21:05, Tom Dolan wrote: Hey Group-folk, In preparation for a visit to the photo shop next week, I'd like to run some features by you and pleze comment if you can. I'll be shooting for the web, to put in web sites, mine and maybe others. I'll edit in iMovie'09 on an intel iMac. I've been thinking future=Flash memory, but many Tape cameras are still made like the VIXIA HV40. Is Tape worth considering?? People complain about motor noise in the audio. How will I know if the motor noise is being captured or not? Will an in store test tell me? Is AVCHD difficult to work with/download.and finally is HD necessary or preferable for web viewing? BTW, the Sanyo specs look good but the form factor discourages me. Gotta move forward with my project so thanx for the input/feedback. Tom Dolan tomjdo...@gmail.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/videoblogging/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional * To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/videoblogging/join (Yahoo! ID required) * To change settings via email: videoblogging-dig...@yahoogroups.com videoblogging-fullfeatu...@yahoogroups.com * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: videoblogging-unsubscr...@yahoogroups.com * Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
Re: [videoblogging] camera features
On Fri, Jan 29, 2010 at 8:05 AM, Tom Dolan tomjdo...@gmail.com wrote: Hey Group-folk, In preparation for a visit to the photo shop next week, I'd like to run some features by you and pleze comment if you can. I'll be shooting for the web, to put in web sites, mine and maybe others. I'll edit in iMovie'09 on an intel iMac. I've been thinking future=Flash memory, but many Tape cameras are still made like the VIXIA HV40. Is Tape worth considering?? Not in my opinion. I switched from tape to Flash not too long ago and would never look back. No more rewinding, no more waiting 10 minutes to upload 10 minutes worth of video in real-time via firewire. Instant clip replay and delete. And with Flash I just take out my SD card, copy the files, and pop straight into the timeline in my video editor. Nothing could be easier. People complain about motor noise in the audio. How will I know if the motor noise is being captured or not? Will an in store test tell me? Maybe not, you will have a hard time hearing it with the inbuilt or PC speakers. To hear it properly you will need to take padded fully enclosed headphones which have the required dynamic range. Is AVCHD difficult to work with/download.and finally is HD necessary or preferable for web viewing? Now that Youtube supports 720p HD well, I think it's worth filming and uploading your content in 1280x720. Users can then chose 360p, 480p, or 720p from the dropdown box (a new feature on Youtube just this week) See previous threads about me trying to edit 1280x720 HD MP4 directly in Ulead Video Studio. It works fairly well for me now, but generally speaking editing any form of MP4 HD direct may give you trouble BTW, the Sanyo specs look good but the form factor discourages me. After using it for a while I like it. Works well on a tripod, and is easy and natural to hold when filming handheld. Dave.
Re: [videoblogging] camera
On Tue, Jan 26, 2010 at 3:43 PM, Tom Dolan tomjdo...@gmail.com wrote: Hey Vid-folk, I had an interesting idea and I want to run it by you. A local but large pro camera shop might take in trade, a complete Pentax 35mm outfit. Xcellent condition, lenses, motor, etc... towards something else. I won't get what I think it's worth but I might be offered enuf to let it go. Now, Here's the conundrum: at different price levels starting lo and ending at about $6/800..(OK so I'm optimistic), what would you suggest I consider? It's got to work with iMac-iMovie'09, have an external mic, and I prefer flash memory over tape/hard-drive. BTW, I was surprised to see a Sanyo model mentioned here several times. I don't see them featured on the review sites, usually the same canon/sony/pana/etc stuff. My 1st 16mm camera was a Sanyo and it was pretty good. So what video cameras would YOU trade the 35mm system for? and I'm not into the Flip style camera for now. Go for it...and Thanx. Tom Dolan tomjdo...@gmail.com The Sanyo Xacti HD2000 or HD1010 is by far the best bang-per buck in that sort of price range, I am yet to see anything that comes close. You don't see it promoted on the review sites because the gun style form factor makes it look like a toy, but it far from it. In terms of performance and features it gives any other brand camcorder at double a triple the price a run for it's money. That price would get you an Xacti HD flash camcorder, an external Rode Videomic, and accessories. The video quality, lens speed, and sensor size are hard to beat for the price. It takes external mic, hot shoe, and lens attachments. Lack of optical image stabilisation is the only real downside. Dave.
Re: [videoblogging] camera
Hi Tom,
You mentioned the Sanyo's and their Xacti line is a big hit with many on this
list and I'm one of them.
To get an external mic you can go with the VPC-HD2000 which has a street price
of $500 new (I think they listed for around $800). I really am a huge fan of
the Xacti pistol grip format and I've used their entry level 720p offering the
VPC-CG10 (sorry, no ext mic) to great satisfaction. Just last week I picked up
an older VPC-HD1000 (does have ext mic) for $255 off eBay with lots of nice
accessories (like a wide angle lens).
I know a lot of people love the Canons. I believe Flash based units like the
Canon Vixia HF200 are very good and in the price range of $550 street.
Which leads me to a follow on question for the group. These HD videocameras
need nice fast SDHC cards. Which ones have worked best for you?
Theoretically any modern Flash based HD camera should be shooting through a
Class 6 or better card. I've read lots of good things about Class 10 cards and
after pouring through reviews settled on the Patriot LX series. The 8GB unit is
only $26 but really hard to find in stock. 16GB in the Patriot goes for $46 and
is widely available. I hear that the Patriots compare very favorably with the
Sandisk Extreme's which go for over double the price. Any experiences with
Class 6 and Class 10 SDHC cards to share?
/julian
---
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jul...@exceler8.com
{561} 584-9088 or {skype} exceler8
LOCALNa8ion.com and exceler8.com
On the web: http://www.google.com/profiles/JulianSeeryGude
On Jan 25, 2010, at 11:43 PM, Tom Dolan wrote:
Hey Vid-folk,
I had an interesting idea and I want to run it by you. A local but
large pro camera shop might take in trade, a complete Pentax 35mm
outfit. Xcellent condition, lenses, motor, etc... towards something
else. I won't get what I think it's worth but I might be offered enuf
to let it go. Now,
Here's the conundrum: at different price levels starting lo and ending
at about $6/800..(OK so I'm optimistic), what would you suggest I
consider? It's got to work with iMac-iMovie'09, have an external mic,
and I prefer flash memory over tape/hard-drive. BTW, I was surprised
to see a Sanyo model mentioned here several times. I don't see them
featured on the review sites, usually the same canon/sony/pana/etc
stuff. My 1st 16mm camera was a Sanyo and it was pretty good.
So what video cameras would YOU trade the 35mm system for? and I'm not
into the Flip style camera for now.
Go for it...and Thanx.
Tom Dolan
tomjdo...@gmail.com
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Re: [videoblogging] camera
I still love the Canon HV20. It's been superseded a couple of times, and I've heard much less about the HV30 and HV40 than I did about the HV20. Everybody wanted one when they came out 2-3 years ago. I used to borrow a friend's for work, and never got round to getting my own. I've yet to see another camera in the same range with the same quality. I loved Quirk's video for the Navlopomo game, shot on an HV20, albeit with a 35mm Nikon lens adapter, which is probably more expensive than the camera (?). http://www.vimeo.com/7730272 Or Valdez's videoblogging with HV30: http://www.vimeo.com/6143526 So if I had $600/800, I'd probably get one of those. But I don't know what 2009's hottest mid-range HD camcorder was. If I won a few grand on the lottery, I'd get myself an EOS 5D Mk2 with a nice lens, like a shot. Rupert http://twittervlog.tv On 26 Jan 2010, at 04:43, Tom Dolan wrote: Hey Vid-folk, I had an interesting idea and I want to run it by you. A local but large pro camera shop might take in trade, a complete Pentax 35mm outfit. Xcellent condition, lenses, motor, etc... towards something else. I won't get what I think it's worth but I might be offered enuf to let it go. Now, Here's the conundrum: at different price levels starting lo and ending at about $6/800..(OK so I'm optimistic), what would you suggest I consider? It's got to work with iMac-iMovie'09, have an external mic, and I prefer flash memory over tape/hard-drive. BTW, I was surprised to see a Sanyo model mentioned here several times. I don't see them featured on the review sites, usually the same canon/sony/pana/etc stuff. My 1st 16mm camera was a Sanyo and it was pretty good. So what video cameras would YOU trade the 35mm system for? and I'm not into the Flip style camera for now. Go for it...and Thanx. Tom Dolan tomjdo...@gmail.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/videoblogging/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional * To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/videoblogging/join (Yahoo! ID required) * To change settings via email: videoblogging-dig...@yahoogroups.com videoblogging-fullfeatu...@yahoogroups.com * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: videoblogging-unsubscr...@yahoogroups.com * Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
Re: [videoblogging] camera advice
I've used the Panasonic as a rental camera before, and it's quite nice. It has a lot of manual control for audio video settings, a nice lens and good on-board mic performance. On Wed, 26 Mar 2008 12:09 pm, Heath wrote: I was wondering if anyone had any experience with the below models Panasonic Pro AG-DVX100B Sony HVR-A1U CMOS High Definition Camcorder -- Brian Richardson - http://whatthecast.com - http://siliconchef.com - http://dragoncontv.com - http://www.3chip.com
Re: [videoblogging] camera advice
I've worked with both. If you put aside the format question, the Panasonic is light years beyond the Sony in every other respect. It's an incredible camera.The Sony model is basically a hacked consumer HDV that adds a semi-pro mic interface. The image quality is inferior to that of the Canon HV20 which costs less than half as much, but you do get the mic interface, a focus ring instead of a focus dial, and a more professional looking camera than the HV20 if that matters. On the minus side, you also get the horrible Sony touch-screen interface. For my money, the DVX100 is the only SD camera on the market still worth considering, and if I had to choose between these two cameras for a shoot I'd pick the Panasonic unless HD was absolutely required as a delivery format - and even then, I might opt for the panasonic in 24P if the budget for a really high quality upconversion was available - though that budget could just as well be applied to a higher end XDCam of DVCProHD rig. I think that for HDV, once you get below the $5000 price range, the HV20 is the only one worth the money unless you are doing paid work that REQUIRES hdv and don't have the budget for Sony EX1 or the Panasonic HVX200. Brook On Wed, Mar 26, 2008 at 9:35 AM, Brian Richardson - WhatTheCast? [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I've used the Panasonic as a rental camera before, and it's quite nice. It has a lot of manual control for audio video settings, a nice lens and good on-board mic performance. On Wed, 26 Mar 2008 12:09 pm, Heath wrote: I was wondering if anyone had any experience with the below models Panasonic Pro AG-DVX100B Sony HVR-A1U CMOS High Definition Camcorder -- Brian Richardson - http://whatthecast.com - http://siliconchef.com - http://dragoncontv.com - http://www.3chip.com -- ___ Brook Hinton film/video/audio art www.brookhinton.com studio vlog/blog: www.brookhinton.com/temporalab [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [videoblogging] camera advice
I should clarify - the HV20 is NOT a good choice for paid work unless you are really experienced with it and know how to tweak it, have a client who understands that that thing that looks like it came out of a cereal box can produce excellent images, and ideally - if you'll be projecting - you can work with a field monitor or a third party high res LCD for focusing. The overall image quality is indeed better than its far more expensive competition, and it does do 24P (as long as you're willing to edit in ProRes or a similar codec in post), but manual control and focusing require some serious practice with it. Brook On Wed, Mar 26, 2008 at 10:13 AM, Brook Hinton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I've worked with both. If you put aside the format question, the Panasonic is light years beyond the Sony in every other respect. It's an incredible camera.The Sony model is basically a hacked consumer HDV that adds a semi-pro mic interface. The image quality is inferior to that of the Canon HV20 which costs less than half as much, but you do get the mic interface, a focus ring instead of a focus dial, and a more professional looking camera than the HV20 if that matters. On the minus side, you also get the horrible Sony touch-screen interface. For my money, the DVX100 is the only SD camera on the market still worth considering, and if I had to choose between these two cameras for a shoot I'd pick the Panasonic unless HD was absolutely required as a delivery format - and even then, I might opt for the panasonic in 24P if the budget for a really high quality upconversion was available - though that budget could just as well be applied to a higher end XDCam of DVCProHD rig. I think that for HDV, once you get below the $5000 price range, the HV20 is the only one worth the money unless you are doing paid work that REQUIRES hdv and don't have the budget for Sony EX1 or the Panasonic HVX200. Brook On Wed, Mar 26, 2008 at 9:35 AM, Brian Richardson - WhatTheCast? [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I've used the Panasonic as a rental camera before, and it's quite nice. It has a lot of manual control for audio video settings, a nice lens and good on-board mic performance. On Wed, 26 Mar 2008 12:09 pm, Heath wrote: I was wondering if anyone had any experience with the below models Panasonic Pro AG-DVX100B Sony HVR-A1U CMOS High Definition Camcorder -- Brian Richardson - http://whatthecast.com - http://siliconchef.com - http://dragoncontv.com - http://www.3chip.com -- ___ Brook Hinton film/video/audio art www.brookhinton.com studio vlog/blog: www.brookhinton.com/temporalab -- ___ Brook Hinton film/video/audio art www.brookhinton.com studio vlog/blog: www.brookhinton.com/temporalab [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [videoblogging] camera advice
PD170 -ew, gotta get DVcam tapes at 60i; and unless you're pushing that lens on the XL2, it has a generally flat look. My pic is the 100B, the 24p looks great (even if you're not going to film, the 2/3 frame conversion of 24p can be employed and looks awesome) and it lasts with a rich image on its Leica lens. -taxiplasm On 5/19/07, Jay dedman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm shopping around for a new camera for vlogging as well as other video projects. I've been looking at the Canon XL2, the Panasonic DVX100B, and the Sony PD170. I'm going to be trying these cameras out before I make any purchase, but I figured that this group would be a good source of advice on these or other cameras. the PD170 is a workhorse. looks good. easy to use. jay -- Here I am http://jaydedman.com Check out the latest project: http://pixelodeonfest.com/ Webvideo festival this June -- Brian Gonzalez [EMAIL PROTECTED] 210-683-6027 taxiplasm.net [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [videoblogging] camera advice
I'm shopping around for a new camera for vlogging as well as other video projects. I've been looking at the Canon XL2, the Panasonic DVX100B, and the Sony PD170. I'm going to be trying these cameras out before I make any purchase, but I figured that this group would be a good source of advice on these or other cameras. the PD170 is a workhorse. looks good. easy to use. jay -- Here I am http://jaydedman.com Check out the latest project: http://pixelodeonfest.com/ Webvideo festival this June
Re: [videoblogging] Camera Motor Sound
You could try using an external microphone. Chances are your camera's internal mic is picking up it's own noise. Hope that helps. -Scott www.americancliche.net On May 7, 2007, at 4:26 PM, Jonathan Bloom wrote: My footage always has some motor sound in the audio everytime I record. I'm using a Sony DCR-TRV330 and Final Cut Express. Is there a way to fix it or is it a problem with my camera? -- -Jonathan Bloom http://thenameiwantedwastaken.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [videoblogging] Camera Motor Sound
Easiest way to fix it is to record the sound to a separate source and synch it later. Just use a clapper, or even a shot of a person clapping, and line up the sound of the clap with the picture. This is how it was done in films for years and, despite what some editors claim, it's really easy, especially in a digital setup when you can see the waveform. On 5/7/07, Jonathan Bloom [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: My footage always has some motor sound in the audio everytime I record. I'm using a Sony DCR-TRV330 and Final Cut Express. Is there a way to fix it or is it a problem with my camera? -- -Jonathan Bloom http://thenameiwantedwastaken.com -- Daniel J. Geduld Audio: http://www.everyonesvoice.com Video: http://www.flyingsquidstudios.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [videoblogging] Camera Motor Sound
Well, I'm using a kind-of external microphone. It's an external shotgun microphone plugged into the microphone slot using the jack on the top. On 5/7/07, Daniel Geduld [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Easiest way to fix it is to record the sound to a separate source and synch it later. Just use a clapper, or even a shot of a person clapping, and line up the sound of the clap with the picture. This is how it was done in films for years and, despite what some editors claim, it's really easy, especially in a digital setup when you can see the waveform. On 5/7/07, Jonathan Bloom [EMAIL PROTECTED]jonathan%40thenameiwantedwastaken.com wrote: My footage always has some motor sound in the audio everytime I record. I'm using a Sony DCR-TRV330 and Final Cut Express. Is there a way to fix it or is it a problem with my camera? -- -Jonathan Bloom http://thenameiwantedwastaken.com -- Daniel J. Geduld Audio: http://www.everyonesvoice.com Video: http://www.flyingsquidstudios.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] -- -Jonathan Bloom http://thenameiwantedwastaken.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [videoblogging] Camera Motor Sound
No, not an external microphone, to a separate source entirely. For example, an mp3 player with a line in jack. (I assume we're talking about doing stuff on the cheap here.) On 5/7/07, Jonathan Bloom [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Well, I'm using a kind-of external microphone. It's an external shotgun microphone plugged into the microphone slot using the jack on the top. On 5/7/07, Daniel Geduld [EMAIL PROTECTED]everyonesvoice%40gmail.com wrote: Easiest way to fix it is to record the sound to a separate source and synch it later. Just use a clapper, or even a shot of a person clapping, and line up the sound of the clap with the picture. This is how it was done in films for years and, despite what some editors claim, it's really easy, especially in a digital setup when you can see the waveform. On 5/7/07, Jonathan Bloom [EMAIL PROTECTED]jonathan%40thenameiwantedwastaken.com jonathan%40thenameiwantedwastaken.com wrote: My footage always has some motor sound in the audio everytime I record. I'm using a Sony DCR-TRV330 and Final Cut Express. Is there a way to fix it or is it a problem with my camera? -- -Jonathan Bloom http://thenameiwantedwastaken.com -- Daniel J. Geduld Audio: http://www.everyonesvoice.com Video: http://www.flyingsquidstudios.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] -- -Jonathan Bloom http://thenameiwantedwastaken.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] -- Daniel J. Geduld Audio: http://www.everyonesvoice.com Video: http://www.flyingsquidstudios.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [videoblogging] camera for vlog and more
Hi I think you should checking Sanyo xacti series cameras. -Gokcen On 3/6/07, Ben [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I was advised by some experienced vloggers and citizen journalists to solicit advice on this forum. It's a simple question... I'm looking for a camera. I would classify myself as a budget buyer, but have great aspirations for my videos on the web. I'm looking for the best bargain camera featuring a port for an external mic. The reviews I've come across seem to suggest that the Canon Elura 100 MiniDV Camcorder is my best bet. Can anyone help steer me in the right direction? Much obliged. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [videoblogging] Camera question
Nick, I use a sony handycam, though, unfortunately, the new versions (the one i have) don't external audio inputs for microphones, which is the only draw back to me. Also see: http://freevlog.org/wordpress/index.php/2005/12/15/our-favorite-cameras/ ... RichardOn 1/10/06, Nick [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Ok...here is one...I am looking into getting a camera. Coming from theacademic area I was using mostly beta cams and DV cams. What do youguys use and where is the best place to get a deal? Suggestions? andsorry if you guys think I am an idiot who posts too much...and thankyou for all the people helping me.Yahoo! Groups Links* To visit your group on the web, go to:http://groups.yahoo.com/group/videoblogging/ * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:[EMAIL PROTECTED]* Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/-- Richard http://www.richardshow.com YAHOO! GROUPS LINKS Visit your group "videoblogging" on the web. To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to the Yahoo! Terms of Service.
