http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ Videomaker Community Forums » Tag: indoor - Recent Posts en Thu, 16 Feb 2012 00:19:55 +0000 http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/best-new-high-def-hdd#post-45722 Fri, 10 Apr 2009 12:10:39 +0000 mxfreeman 45722@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hey guys, just wanna share the things i've got. well actually, im new in this kind of stuff. and i have read the articles/reviews about HD Camcorders. suddenly, i wanted to buy  a camcorder. can you guys help me out here.. i saw the <a title="Sanyo Xacti vpc-hd100r HD Camcorder Reviews" href="http://www.hdcamcordersite.com">Sanyo Xacti vpc-hd100r HD Camcorder Reviews</a>. is it really a good one to buy?</p> <p>please help me out on this. thanks..</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/best-new-high-def-hdd#post-45637 Wed, 08 Apr 2009 14:31:38 +0000 Eventvideoguy 45637@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>So I was wondering.  I got my dad a JVC HD HDD camcorder.  The problem is that it records the HDV MPEG file to a .TOD format.</p> <p>Do all of the HDD camcorders record MPEG to their own formats?</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/best-new-high-def-hdd#post-45605 Tue, 07 Apr 2009 16:55:48 +0000 EarlC 45605@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>BluRay hasn't been around long enough to know how long it will last. Neither, for that matter, has DVD. I have come to realize that NOTHING, except maybe my old t-shirts, is permanent :-)</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/best-new-high-def-hdd#post-45594 Tue, 07 Apr 2009 11:31:10 +0000 David Naud 45594@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Dear Birdcat:  You need not accumilate footage on hdd forever.  A cheaper solution is to fetch your footage with a video editing (software) like Pinnacle Studio 12 ultimate and write it on normal DVD with normal DVD writer as AVCHD disc.  However you can only get ± 35 min of footage on disc but the quality at 100% is blue ray like.  You can stretch to ±45 minutes without noticeable quality drop.  The correct option maybe is to get a Blue Ray Writer and save on Blue Ray Disc. The last option is more expensive but a lasting solution.  Blue Ray Writer in your currency ± $ 250 empty Blue disc ± $ 20-25.  You will have to comply with minimum Computer Processing power(for 1080P at least Core2 Quad with decent Screen card) Happy edditing</p> <p>David  </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/best-new-high-def-hdd#post-45456 Wed, 01 Apr 2009 05:36:10 +0000 birdcat 45456@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I think as a rule three chip cameras are better than single chip cameras (Red One exception noted).</p> <p>You may want to look at other than HDD - like SxS or P2 based or even HDV.  I am now using a HDD consumer HD camera (Sony HDR SR11) and while I love it and am very pleased with it's performance, I kinda wish I had a physical copy of what I film for backup purposes.  Right now, I copy from the camera to TWO external hard drives on my PC before deleting from the camera just to make sure I don't lose anything in the event of a HD crash (have had this hapen already - lost some stuff and it will cost me lots of $$$ to get it back).</p> <p>The biggest thing you need to identify is your budget and once you have a hard number, list your feature priorities and see what you come up with.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/best-new-high-def-hdd#post-45441 Tue, 31 Mar 2009 20:55:36 +0000 lolito 45441@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hi,</p> <p>I am planning to buy a new <strong>High Def. HDD </strong>camera. I have seen some new Panasonic 3CCD, Sony and Canon Cameras.</p> <p> I need it to perform well under<strong> Low light (indoors) scenery </strong>and have a <strong>good picture quality. </strong>Is the <strong>3CCD </strong>lense the best one or is there any other new technology for optimal image quality?</p> <p>Ã? </p> <p>Thanks</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/filming-workouts-and-photoshoots-web-delivery#post-42803 Sun, 04 Jan 2009 07:27:19 +0000 Don 42803@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> use the mac. get a dot.mac (now called mobile.me). goto Walmart, get a cheap canon 850 or 900 series zr series mini dv camcorder (make sure you get the one with firewire, external mic jack,) and some 500 watt halogen worklamps. look online for a rode video mic, or azden wireless.</p> <p>you're all set for web work, learn your lighting and editing, and you should even be good to go with dvd sales. </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/filming-workouts-and-photoshoots-web-delivery#post-42802 Sun, 04 Jan 2009 07:16:05 +0000 surfbella 42802@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Hello Earl! I really appreciate all that valuable information!  I am not a Mac user at the moment but my boyfriend has one and regarding intuitive software it is awesome so I can see what you are saying re the editing etc.  I will do some research on your recommendations and get back to you if I have any questions!</p> <p>At least I know I can get what I need at a good price.</p> <p>Thank you!!</p> <p>Belinda</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/filming-workouts-and-photoshoots-web-delivery#post-42779 Sat, 03 Jan 2009 14:43:18 +0000 EarlC 42779@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Belinda,</p> <p>Your computer/editing software will likely determine the camera you want to get, as much as its low-light sensitivity, etc., so with that in mind:</p> <p>If you are using a PC (of which I am NOT very knowledgeable) a lot of people I know in the industry use and appreciate Sony's Vegas editing software.</p> <p>If you are using a relatively recent model of Mac you likely have the editing software you will need as iMovie and iDVD, iPhoto, iTunes, iWeb and Garage Band usually come with it - more than enough stuff to develop some decent-to-serious web content.</p> <p>Basically, you will want or need a camera with firewire input/output, a solid and sturdy tripod, possibly some additional off-camera auxiliary lighting, a shotgun mic of some kind, and if you purchase a camera for less than $1K, you will also likely want to acquire a BeachTek audio adapter of some kind that will allow some degree of audio control. Some of this stuff isn't necessarily "mission critical" but over time you will either find that you SHOULD have it and get it, or will be glad you went ahead and got it.</p> <p>Regarding the camera: likely you will want to purchase a Canon HV30 or equivalent in the $600 price range. There are a LOT of alternative camera model enthusiasts here, ranging from the handycam JVC, SONY, and even Fuji, along with a variety of other type/models in the Canon line. All have strengths and weaknesses. The HV30 shoots to tape and in HDV format and is editable on Mac with the i-series software packages; some of the other models are also, others are not.</p> <p>Same with the input/output, etc. on the PC software options. Some of those are cheap and affordable while others are expensive or ultra-expensive. Some are simple to install and learn, others have an extensive learning curve.</p> <p>Probably the easiest route for virtually instant useability, while not necessarily the most affordable, is the Mac computers with their accompanying software options, using a firewire in/out equipped camera of some kind, preferably using SD (standard definition), HD (high definition); or two other HD derivatives with somewhat to a lot more compression such as HDV (Canon HV30 - $600, give or take) and/or AVCCAM models that range from just under to a LOT over the $1K marker (for example, Panasonic AG-HMC150 that uses SD or SDHC solid state memory cards instead of videotape, priced at $4K).</p> <p>Simple? Can be with a current or recent Mac computer, its freely available software and any of several MiniDV, MiniDVD, hard drive or memory card camcorder models, and available light or some kind of cheap soft light sources available at many hardware stores, or WalMart.</p> <p>Complex? Some of the more sophisticated, complex and steep learning curve software out there, used on a variety of PC type computers, and/or higher priced, more versatile camcorder models.</p> <p>Maybe some others will chime in here, I know they have their thoughts, hands-on experience, and/or preferences. My references to the Mac systems are based on personal use and direct experience. I use SD cameras by Canon at present but will purchase a pair of either, or both, models I mentioned above, based in user input, research and reviews I trust - Panasonic AG-HMC150 and Canon HV30.</p> <p>Also, there's a BROAD range of hosting providers at all cost and service quality levels, as you probably well know. I only know what I'm doing at present and that is using iWeb and my (formerly called dotMac) account to redirect from my web sites. My current web sites are built with the "point and click" style software offered by Register.com and are all in transition to cleanup, up dates, new clips, new looks, etc. None of them are 100 percent the way I want them, or totally functional the way I have them. You will find that to be an ongoing "in progress" element of your web site future as well. Perfection is a goal, not a destination, right? There are other, more or less expensive, alternatives out there and I hope others will pipe in regarding that as well.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/filming-workouts-and-photoshoots-web-delivery#post-42769 Fri, 02 Jan 2009 18:46:40 +0000 surfbella 42769@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hi, I am a fitness model and am currently creating my own website.  I need to buy a camera to film my workouts and photoshoots, then to edit into short clips with music for the web.  I want to be able to superimpose text over the video in some sections with workout info and also fade the music in and out for voice stuff in between.  I will also use the camera to document photoshoots and some voice stuff.  The person filming will not be a professional, probably my trainer.  I need something that allows me a lot of editing features and that would work well under lower light conditions in the gym. Also something that is good picking up audio without the background noise.  I would very much appreciate anyones opinions on where to start.  I would prefer to get something under $1,000 but am open to ideas.</p> <p>Thank you very much in advance!</p> <p>ps. also if anyone has experience with good hosting providers for embedded video please let me know. </p> <p>Belinda</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/indoor-video#post-40581 Mon, 06 Oct 2008 01:14:55 +0000 mak99 40581@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hello</p> <p>I would like to record a video where I stand in front of a interactive board hanging on the wall. Can you give me some advise about a good camera for that and maybe some tricks about the light </p> <p>Hope to get some input.</p> <p>Kind regards mak99 </p> <p>  </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/hard-disk-or-mini-dv#post-39690 Thu, 28 Aug 2008 19:06:46 +0000 hamzter 39690@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>The GZ-HD7U has a controllable focus ring, does the HV-20 or HV-30?  I am still not sure if I want to do HDD or MiniDV... such a tuff choice.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/hard-disk-or-mini-dv#post-39688 Thu, 28 Aug 2008 18:35:36 +0000 havalilsi 39688@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>The HV-20 is an awesome camera. I got a friend of mine who was in the market for a camera to get one. He is so happy. He uses it in church and the low light ability is great. I just wished it had as much controlability as my Panasonic GS-400. Yes it has a hot shoe. I think its a VL-3 <a href="http://www.amazon.co.uk/3175A001AA-Canon-VL3-Video-Light/dp/B00005LEMA" rel="nofollow">http://www.amazon.co.uk/3175A001AA-Canon-VL3-Video-Light/dp/B00005LEMA</a></p> <p>I've used the JVC also, my mother-in-law just bought one, against my advice. The picture is not very impressive in low light like you said. At church, my 4 year old Panasonic run circles around it. HDD camera are nice because you can capture hour after hour of footage. But heaven help you to get it processed, although there is more support than there was a year ago.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/hard-disk-or-mini-dv#post-39687 Thu, 28 Aug 2008 17:30:17 +0000 hamzter 39687@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <blockquote> <p>...Maybe an HV-20 might be in your range, awesome HD, shoots to MiniDV and makes a good tape deck when you become more rich and famous. Me, I shoot an HX-A1 Canon and am continually amazed at how well it works. Robin Edwards Producer, San Francisco</p> </blockquote> <p> are you referring to the Canon HV-20.  The HV-30 is the predecessor right?  Is the HV-20 still available?  Also, should I get extra lenses and what not?  I am also looking for an LED hot shoe video light.  Would this be a good way to go?</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/hard-disk-or-mini-dv#post-39646 Wed, 27 Aug 2008 19:45:55 +0000 robinleeedwardsyahoocom 39646@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hi Mark:</p> <p>The biggest complaint I've encountered with the HDD Cameras is the editing/codec issues. MiniDV has a lot going for it, Tapes make a good archive, you can switch tapes in the middle of a wedding when otherwise your HDD (don't care how big it is) is full. Mostly, when you sit down to edit, your computer doesn't choke on some strange file compression issue, it just digests the SD MiniDV. BTW I shot a VX2000 sony for a while and it IS a great camera. Maybe an HV-20 might be in your range, awesome HD, shoots to MiniDV and makes a good tape deck when you become more rich and famous. Me, I shoot an HX-A1 Canon and am continually amazed at how well it works.</p> <p>Robin Edwards</p> <p>Producer, San Francisco</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/hard-disk-or-mini-dv#post-39641 Wed, 27 Aug 2008 18:00:50 +0000 hamzter 39641@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Thank you all...</p> <p>Well, I found out that my budget is $700 so now I don't know what to do... Sony sounds good, does it work well with Final Cut Pro?</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/hard-disk-or-mini-dv#post-39539 Mon, 25 Aug 2008 07:59:49 +0000 robGRAUERT 39539@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Yes, the VX2100 and the PD170 are very similar. They're practically the same camera, but the PD170 has XLR inputs, which I find handy. If you don't need XLR inputs, then definitely go with the VX2100. It will be cheaper than the PD170, whether used or new.</p> <p>Thanks for pointing that out birdcat. I forgot to mention that.  </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/hard-disk-or-mini-dv#post-39536 Mon, 25 Aug 2008 07:42:09 +0000 birdcat 39536@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>From what I've read, although SD only, the Sony VX2100 is the low light camera of choice of many wedding videog's (normal operation - not night shot - in as low as 1 lux).</p> <p>But, as I said, it's not HD.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/hard-disk-or-mini-dv#post-39533 Mon, 25 Aug 2008 07:02:35 +0000 robGRAUERT 39533@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <blockquote><p>"Should I stay with a hard disk DVC or go with Mini-DV media?"</p></blockquote> <p>It's your call. Personally, I'd record to tape unless you have a camera that records to some sort of memory card, such as a P2 card from Panasonic or an SxS card from Sony. I dunno what it is about hard disk drive cameras, I just don't trust em. I'd want to know my footage is recorded securely. Tape is almost always reliable; however, MiniDV is highly susceptible to drop out, and P2 cards are a proven technology. Robust as hell they are.</p> <p>If you choose to go with a camera that records to a miniDV tape, I suggest a Sony camera that records the DVCam codec. It records to a miniDV tape, but at a faster rate, so it is less like to have drop out. A 60min tape will last 40 minutes though. </p> <blockquote><p> "What DVC would help me out on the indoor or low light problem?"</p></blockquote> <p>I've heard that Sony is notorious for shooting well in low light, and it just so happens that I was shooting last night outside in a parking lot. The only light available were the parking lot lights (I wasn't shooting anything important, otherwise I would have used a lighting kit), and it wasn't very bright at all, but the footage came out so good for the conditions. I had to boost gain quite a bit (I think 12dB) and the footage still isn't grainy.</p> <p>So based on what you're looking for, I'd suggest the Sony PD170. It can record the DVCam codec, which I suggested above, and it's a powerhouse in low light shooting, as I explained in my example from shooting last night. I think you would be VERY satisfied with this camera.</p> <p>As far as the price goes, the PD170 is like, $3000 new in B&amp;H. When I was looking for one, I looked for a used one on Craigs List becase I don't see a reason for me (or anyone) to drop 3 grand for an SD camera. I found my used PD170 on Craig's List for $1800, but afterward I've seen them for as low as $1400. If this camera is a little out of your budget, I highly suggest trying to save up a few more dollars just to get it because it's such a good camera. I'm very pleased with mine.</p> <p>If you get a used one, I'd also suggest you get it professionally cleaned from a Sony authorized service center. And be sure to meet up in person to purchase the camera. You want to make sure it's working properly before you hand over 1400-2000 dollars. </p> <p>Good luck.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/hard-disk-or-mini-dv#post-39523 Sun, 24 Aug 2008 22:34:27 +0000 hamzter 39523@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Hi, I am new to the videography world, and I have been post editing since January.  My buddy let me use his JVC GZ-HD7U hard disk video camcorder.  I have been using for the last 2 months.  I am real comfortable with the controls for the most part.  The only thing that I do not like with it is the indoor shooting with low light is not very good.</p> <p> So I am in the market to get a camera soon to do weddings, indoor events like concerts and action video.  My 2 questions are:</p> <p> 1.  Should I stay with a hard disk DVC or go with Mini-DV media?</p> <p> 2.  What DVC would help me out on the indoor or low light problem?</p> <p> I am trying to stay in the under $1000 range but my budget can be at about the $1500 or so price range.  I see that the GZ-HD7U can be had for about $600, but I wonder if there is something else out there that can work for me.</p> <p>thanks for the help,</p> <p>Mark</p>