http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ Videomaker Community Forums » Tag: buy - Recent Posts en Wed, 15 Feb 2012 12:18:21 +0000 http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/newby-herewhat-do-i-need#post-73479 Sun, 18 Dec 2011 15:02:14 +0000 Rocky 73479@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <ul> <li>Ashley, some suggestion to prioritize on the basis of the work you propose.</li> <li>Audio is as important as video: Suggest UHF wireless lavs and a long cord mic</li> <li>Lighting is important: Suggest camera mounted LED with adjustable light </li> <li>Monopods are great for on the move: but a sturdy Manfrotto tripod with fluid head would be required for extra smooth pan shots and long speeches/lectures</li> <li>Camera brand is what gives you quality results, works best for you and you are comfortable with. Personally I use a small HD Sony HVR-A1 camera with on camera stereo mic and 2 x XLR inputs for weddings and interviews as I have found it's much smaller size has proved to be less intimidating in interview &amp; close up situations etc </li> <li>Seems you are set on a Mac with FCP which most professionals in this line of work choose however I settled for a PC with the Adobe Premiere CS4 suite. Once again a matter of preference and what you are comfortable with. </li> <li>The only other thing I might mention is your editing suite, try to make it as workable as possible, comfortable, presentable for customers, isolated from outside noise and distractions. </li> <li>Editing I consider is the most difficult in videography, one never stops learning. I found the easiest way to learn, was to do editing work (at the obligatory reduced rate) for production companies etc.. On each and every one of these edits I learnt something different in the way of tips, what to do and what never to do things that you won't find in books, that all goes into making a the final product, professional. Plus I still read whatever I can get my hands on. Think about it this way, if you shoot whatever and give that same footage to 6 different editors you would most likely end up with 6 completely different final results. </li> <li>On the surface it appears you have sufficient hardware for editing, any upgrading or additional hardware can be added as the business progresses.</li> <li>Agree with Vid-e-o-man keep shooting and practicing. Why not offer you services to an wedding videography to get on hands experience in the first instance, who knows, later on when he's busy you may get more work</li> </ul> <p>Trust the above helps        </p> <p>Good luck with the new business. </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/newby-herewhat-do-i-need#post-73474 Sun, 18 Dec 2011 00:37:05 +0000 David Forrester 73474@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hi Ashley:  I agree with Videoman - keep shooting.  I have both a Sony Z5 dedicated camera as well as the Canon 5D Mk 2 and the Hn4 recorder (+++).  Let me give you the benefit of experience.  A DSLR is NOT a good choice for video.  You are plagued with far too much work, constant focusing due to the very shallow depth of field at wide open apertures and audio issues.</p> <p>The sound quality is no good on them unless you invest in a Beachtek or similar and even then, it is marginal due to poor pre-amps on the camera. With a separate recorder, you have to push 2 record buttons and then sync the sound afterwards - it is a pain - but you get terrific sound this way.  You have an enormous amount to do at the recording session without<br /> adding additional work load - unless you can bring along a dedicated<br /> audio guy.  That I highly recommend if you stick with your Canon. </p> <p>To offset focusing issues, a separate monitor with peaking is sorely needed.  A marshall 5 or 7" will do a superb job.  I tell you, i have lost soooooooooo much footage due to focusing issues.  When I do night shots as f1.4 or 2 at 2500 ISO, the depth of field is razor thin and if there is any fore and aft movement, you either move the camera or move focus. It is a pain.  Don't know about autofocus on your camera, but this is a huge issue.</p> <p>Now another problem surfaces - noise - especially at night.  The 5D is remarkable, but at 2500 iso, noise starts.  At 5,000, it is no good.  Ideally is 640 tops - not powerful enough for night.  I try to max out at 1250, but sometimes I am forced to 2500.  Then noise.  rats!</p> <p>A dedicated camera does everything - I mean everything either automatically or manually or in combinations.  You can add any sort of mic system, line input, phantom power and so on.  You will not get shallow Depth of field, that is the only downfall and that is where the DSLR wins big time. And you will not get the best of night shots either - again noise.  But the 5D is better - much better.</p> <p>The Canon will need a moderate telephoto lens. I use a 28-85 zeiss zoom from my Contax line and I swear by it.  All manual of course. but it is not good at night as it is only f 3.3. Night shots are always f1.4-2.  Even my f2.8 28mm is too dark.</p> <p>You must have a darn good tripod with a great fluid head.  I have Manfrottos and quite pleased with them.  Non-negotiable.  Get a rather hefty one with a long control arm. Nothing looks so good as a steady shot on a tripod.  Jerky motions scream amateur.</p> <p>If you get a dedicated camera which I highly recommend, get a 20X zoom, dual XLR inputs.  The cameras that you are looking at in this league of those 2 options will give you everything you will ever need.  Don't get caught up in the trap of a gear head, but get shooting every darn thing you can.  And you will find out soon enough what your real needs are.  </p> <p>Best of luck. Dave</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/newby-herewhat-do-i-need#post-73467 Sat, 17 Dec 2011 16:14:29 +0000 vid-e-o-man 73467@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>&nbsp;Ashley, in my previous post I didn't address your inquiry about equipment, sorry. After googling the camera that you presently have, it appears that it should be adequate for video shooting. The only initial suggestion that I have is some sort of equipment to get audio. I recommend some sort of on-camera microphone (stereo?) that can plug into the microphone input on your camera or some wireless setup (VHF or better still UHF)&nbsp;or a freestanding audio recorder (H1, H2, etc.). Other than this equipment, I think that you have all the basic stuff that you will need to make great video. If you search this forum you will find suggestions and feedback about the equipment that I have suggested. Once again I suggest that you keep shooting and making video, you have enough stuff to make great video. All that you need is experience and practice. Keep shooting.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/newby-herewhat-do-i-need#post-73466 Sat, 17 Dec 2011 15:49:13 +0000 vid-e-o-man 73466@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>&nbsp;Ashley, welcome to the Videomaker forum. You mentioned that you are a newby ('newby, but actually been compiling...over the past year'). My suggestion to you would be to continue shooting and making videos. Shooting landscapes, family gatherings, events, real estate tours, etc. Get to know your equipment and the process of creating video outputs (DVD, Blurays, you tube, etc). As you progress in your experience and talent at this, you will be better able to decide what additional equipment might be needed. </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/newby-herewhat-do-i-need#post-73436 Fri, 16 Dec 2011 11:13:12 +0000 Ashley Peery 73436@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> I say I'm a newby, but I've actually been compiling some things over the past year.  I am starting a videography buisness this coming year and hope to be transitioning out of my job as a therapist sometime mid to late 2012.  My question is..."I have a lot of equipment right now and know that I am either lacking, or could upgrade, in various areas.  What do you think would be a good way to start spending my money in regards to equipment purchases? (ie, back-up harddrives, faster computer, better camera, etc).  Here is a list of what I have so far...</p> <p>Canon t2i, Sigma 28mm 1.4, Tamron 10-24mm 3.5-4.5, Neewer viewfinder, Manfrotto 561BHDV-1 monopod, a couple 16gb class 10 cards, homemade steadicam &amp; slider, 3y/o 24in iMac, 1y/0 15in Macbook Pro (i7 dualcore w/ 8gb ram), using FCPX &amp; Motion 5, LaCie 1TB external HD, another 500gb for Timemachine, and probably some small things I forgot to mention, but that's the big stuff.</p> <p>So should I look at investing in a Drobo for storage, a Canon 5D MkII, a 8-12core Mac Pro (preowned), more memory cards, Zoom H4N, wireless lavs, etc? How do you suggest I prioritize?  I will be shooting events (weddings and other events, as well as real estate property tours).  Any help would be very much appreciated!  </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-your-vote-guys-10000-best-buy-video-contest#post-68424 Sun, 05 Jun 2011 17:17:11 +0000 composite1 68424@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Mg,</p> <p>At least put a link so we can watch the video to decide whether any of us will vote for your thing or not. </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-your-vote-guys-10000-best-buy-video-contest#post-68398 Sat, 04 Jun 2011 17:23:58 +0000 mgvideographer 68398@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hello All,</p> <p>I've recently become one of the top 5 semi-finalists in the Best Buy video contest for the $10,000 gift card.</p> <p>It's now up to you guys to help me win. Whichever video has the most votes by June 17, 2011, wins.</p> <p>Anyone who can vote once a day, that would be awesome!</p> <p>My video is called, "Latest and Greatest."</p> <p>Thanks for your votes guys and for helping a fellow cinematographer!</p> <p>Here's the link to vote: <a href="https://buyback.bestbuy.com/">"Latest and Greatest"</a></p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/looking-for-a-sennheiser-k6-me66#post-55368 Thu, 18 Feb 2010 19:15:26 +0000 Punkley 55368@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hi Guys, </p> <p>First poster here :)</p> <p>I live in Aus however im heading over to the US in a month or so. Im looking for a good cheap place to buy a Sennheiser k6 me66, best price I have seen so far is off amazon anyone got any other suggestions?</p> <p>Punkley</p> <p> </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/canon-hv30-x-hf10-x-hf100#post-37402 Fri, 13 Jun 2008 04:04:32 +0000 butterflyguy 37402@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Also look at camcorderinfo.com - they have lots of great reviews.</p> <p>The HV30 is actuall rated #1</p> <p><a href="http://www.camcorderinfo.com/content/Canon-HV30-Camcorder-Review-34401/Format.htm" rel="nofollow">http://www.camcorderinfo.com/content/Canon-HV30-Camcorder-Review-34401/Format.htm</a></p> <p>but then I also saw a good review of the Sanyodigital.com HD1010.</p> <p><a href="http://www.sanyodigital.com/products.aspx?n=751401" rel="nofollow">http://www.sanyodigital.com/products.aspx?n=751401</a></p> <p>You have to be careful though since many video editing programs don't suport the AVCHD format that many of the new cameras have.</p> <p>Neither of these are Prosumer cameras - just expensive consumer cameras.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/canon-hv30-x-hf10-x-hf100#post-37395 Thu, 12 Jun 2008 23:19:23 +0000 shippocaio 37395@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hey Guys!</p> <p>I am doing some research to buy a new Camcorder, and i found the Canon HV30, HF100, and HF10 with really good price at <em><strong><a href="http://www.6ave.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.6ave.com</a>.</strong></em></p> <p>I really like the reviews about the HV30, with all of them stating that the camera makes wonderful videos and etc..</p> <p>My <em><strong>mom</strong></em> (Yes! I am a teenager trying to be a video maker! :] ) is always telling that tape is a thing ´<em>from the past</em>´.... so this make me wonder: it is worth buy the Hv30...??</p> <p>For what i read, the HF10 and HF100 are the same thing, but the HF10 has a 16GB internal memory...is that right?? If so, isnt it worthier to buy an HF100 + a 16GB (or Larger) Memory card??</p> <p>And if you guys know any other (not-so-expensive) camcorder (like under $1,000), please, help me with the search  :)</p> <p>Thanks for all the help!</p> <p>Caio</p> <p>P.S: The HV30 is a ´Prosumer´ Camcorder right?? If so, I would like to buy an prosumer camcorder (Yes! I will share the camcorder with my family) under $1000...Any opinions??</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/canon-hv30-help#post-37389 Thu, 12 Jun 2008 15:12:11 +0000 shippocaio 37389@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I checked the <em><strong>bhphoto.com</strong></em>, but the camcorder there was $759.95, and at 6th avenue is $738.96, somewhat cheaper (actually, the cheapest, which is always good for film makers with low budget :]  ), so , i was wondering if something was wrong with the product and/or the store...</p> <p> Do you guys have any info???</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/canon-hv30-help#post-37386 Thu, 12 Jun 2008 14:29:16 +0000 robGRAUERT 37386@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> I always order from <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.bhphotovideo.com</a></p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/canon-hv30-help#post-37384 Thu, 12 Jun 2008 13:57:17 +0000 JoeNugent 37384@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I am going to buy one from them today.  Usually stores associated with Amazon have very good service regarding both deliveries and refunds and exchanges.  I have never had a problem.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/canon-hv30-help#post-37382 Thu, 12 Jun 2008 11:44:50 +0000 shippocaio 37382@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Guys,</p> <p>I want to buy the new <em>Canon HV30 Camcorder</em>. I found it in <em><strong>Amazon.com</strong></em> (shipped from <em><strong>Eletronic Express</strong></em>) for $747.72, and at a store named <em><strong>6th Avenue Eletronics</strong></em> for $738.96.</p> <p>Does anyone know these stores? Can i Trust them?<br /> Does anyone know other better stores where can i buy the Canon HV30?</p> <p>Thanks a lot for the help!!</p> <p>(Sorry for my bad <code></code>english..I am not American, I am Brazilian :)   )</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/our-second-movie-25-min-comedy#post-36598 Sat, 17 May 2008 18:59:41 +0000 LowCostVideos 36598@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Forgot to add: Our movie is titled <em>When a Stranger Calls...and Won't Shut Up</em>.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/our-second-movie-25-min-comedy#post-36596 Sat, 17 May 2008 18:24:17 +0000 LowCostVideos 36596@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Check out our second movie. The web version does no justice to it's video quality, but I would be honored if you (yes, YOU) saw it. It's split into two parts to fit online.</p> <p><a href="http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-5019623420795672727&amp;hl=en">http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-5019623420795672727&amp;hl=en</a> - part 1</p> <p><a href="http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-1868338509519774342&amp;q=&amp;hl=en">http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-1868338509519774342&amp;q=&amp;hl=en</a> - part2</p> <p> Enjoy!</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/varizoom-vz-mc50#post-36516 Wed, 14 May 2008 04:00:23 +0000 fractal 36516@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>i am wondering if Varizoom VZ MC50<br /> goes along with Sony PMW-EX1.<br /> May be the MC100 is a better choice.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/bit-o-advice-needed-pd150#post-35719 Mon, 31 Mar 2008 05:39:33 +0000 stevem 35719@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hi there,</p> <p>I'm about to buy a camera on the below link on ebay but I thought it sensible to seek abit of expert advice first.  It's a camera for a documentary shoot in China and being in the sticks abit, it's not the place to buy wrongly.  It's a PD150 with Operation: 460hrs, Drum: 250hrs, Tape: 110hrs and threading 1110 times.</p> <p><a href="http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&amp;item=170206276545&amp;_trksid=p3907.m32&amp;_trkparms=tab%3DWatching">http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&amp;item=170206276545&amp;_trksid=p3907.m32&amp;_trkparms=tab%3DWatching</a></p> <p>Camera seems in good knick with a minor scuff on the rocker zoom and no other marks visible.  Seller also has a first class rating.  I'm just being really careful with this one, so any advice would be hugely appreciated.</p> <p>Cheers,</p> <p>Stephen</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/yet-another-what-camcorder-should-i-get-question#post-35552 Tue, 18 Mar 2008 01:19:57 +0000 zoobie 35552@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I think people are getting tired of this thread title everywhere they go. I'm sure you've researched it by now and hope you're happy with the HV20.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/yet-another-what-camcorder-should-i-get-question#post-35501 Wed, 12 Mar 2008 11:12:45 +0000 Ken 35501@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> rkhanso,</p> <p>Glad we could be of help!  ;-)</p> <p>Seriously though, the Canon HV20 or HV30 would be good choices. If you're doing green-screen compositing, progressive scan might help a little. (The HV20 can do progressive at 24fps, but the HV30 can do it at both 24fps and 30fps.) If you're planning some ambitious movie-making, you might also consider the Sony HVR-A1U. It's a low-cost professional hi-def camcorder that has gotten good reviews; yet many people overlook it.</p> <p>Of course, a good story can be more important than the quality of the camcorder.</p> <p>Ken Hull</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/yet-another-what-camcorder-should-i-get-question#post-35499 Tue, 11 Mar 2008 21:40:01 +0000 rkhanso 35499@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>That settles it. Thanks for the advice -</p> <p>I chose the Canon HV20.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/yet-another-what-camcorder-should-i-get-question#post-35148 Sun, 17 Feb 2008 20:01:59 +0000 rkhanso 35148@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> OK, I think I'll have to add the Canon HV30 to the list.</p> <p> Suggestions?</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/yet-another-what-camcorder-should-i-get-question#post-35073 Wed, 13 Feb 2008 12:34:32 +0000 rkhanso 35073@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Â I'm in the market for a new camcorder after my tax return comes in.</p> <p>I'd like to get a good quality camcorder (subjective, I know) and have aspirations for making some movies with my family/friends. I currently have an old Sony Hi-8 camera that does not do well with green-screen effects and video looks just plain bad.</p> <p>There were a few cameras I was looking at, and was trying to stay around $1000. I met a guy at the local political caucus that has a used Canon XL-1 and is asking $1200. I was also looking at the Sony HDR-HC7 ($970), the Panasonic PV-GS500 ($700) and the JVC GZ-HD7 ($1000). I know there's some variety there.</p> <p>I'm not sure I need HD - I don't currently have a HDTV, nor computer equipment. I do use Vegas Movie Studio Platinum v7, so it is able to edit HD video, though my computer is near the minimum requirements that Sony recommends for editing HD content.</p> <p>I thought that getting a 3CCD camera would help on the green-screen effects and picture quality in general, but have also read decent reviews on the Sony camera. Is a 3CCD camera that important - or will the HD quality suffice?</p> <p>I'm not picky about the hard drive vs. tape issue. I like the idea of the focus ring on the JVC and XL-1 cameras and some manual controls were high on my list of requirements. I don't want to spend $1000 and then find out I picked the wrong camera - if you know what I mean. I also wanted to get a camera with mic and headphone jacks and other features that the 'pro' cameras have. Should I be looking at different models altogether?</p> <p>Ease of use for the rest of the family is somewhat of a concern, though rather low on the list.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/buy-cheap-used-handycams#post-34277 Mon, 24 Dec 2007 17:04:20 +0000 tcxentertainment 34277@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I'D LIKE TO CONTACT SOMEONE WHO GETS USED CAMCORDERS FOR SALE ON A REGULAR BASIS.</p> <p>I NEED THEM WORKING AND AT CHEAP PRICES 'CAUSE I'M PLANNING TO RESELL 'EM.</p> <p>STARTING FROM HI-8 TO DVD-R, NOT PROS (YET).</p> <p>CONTACT ME AND, IF YOU'RE SERIOUS MAKING BUSINESS, I'LL BUY 'EM FROM YOU QUITE OFTEN.</p> <p>PLEASE SPECIFY HOW YOU GET THEM.</p> <p>I NEED THEM WITH AN ADAPTER AND A BATTERY EACH.</p> <p>DOESN'T MATTER IF THEY'VE BEEN REPAIRED AS LONG AS THEY'RE WORKING.</p> <p>PS. ONE MORE THING, TELL ME IF YOU CAN ALSO GET OTHER ACCESSORIES AND WHAT ELSE DO YOU SELL REGARDING VIDEO-AUDIO.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/jvc-gz-mg21-charger#post-33961 Sun, 02 Dec 2007 01:31:57 +0000 Anonymous 33961@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Have you tried eBay?</p> <p><a href="http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?from=R40&amp;_trksid=m37&amp;satitle=GZ-MG21+charger&amp;category0=" rel="nofollow">http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?from=R40&amp;_trksid=m37&amp;satitle=GZ-MG21+charger&amp;category0=</a></p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/jvc-gz-mg21-charger#post-33954 Sat, 01 Dec 2007 14:59:37 +0000 halofan405 33954@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I have lost my charger for my JVC GZ-MG21 Everio Camcorder and I was wondering if any of you know a website where I can buy it from.</p> <p>I prefer a charger that can charge straight to the camera, not one where you have to take out the battery and charge it then put it back in.</p>