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Re: Macbook Pro Initial Report [message #98063 is a reply to message #98058] Fri, 18 April 2008 09:51 Go to previous messageGo to previous message
Jamie K is currently offline  Jamie K   UNITED STATES
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Sounds like you're in good shape with your experience and education.
What to buy depends on the results you want and how much you want to spend.

The tech changes constantly, much like computers. If you want the
security of shooting tape and your budget is under $10k, for SD I still
like the Panasonic DVX100. For HD/SD, the Canon HDV XHA1. Both can do 24
frame progressive - something I use but event shoots probably wouldn't
require that.

For tapeless, the new EX1 is a big step forward for Sony but with a
couple of out-of-the-gate problems. Rolling shutter issues could cause
problems for fast action or concerts, there were also some vignetting
problems, but otherwise it's impressive for the $. Panasonic has the P2
cams, I thought the HVX200 was too noisy in low light but there's an
update announced.

Google around for the current NAB news. New stuff is coming from
everyone. Panasonic looks interesting again with several tapeless format
options. Red is promising something beyond HD to compete with the above
in a year or so.

Replying from the new laptop. ;^)

Cheers,
-Jamie
www.JamieKrutz.com


James McCloskey wrote:
> Hi Jamie! First, I feel like I hi-jacked your thread, sorry. It's great
> that you got a new MBP! Keep us posted.
>
> Thanks for your reply. I guess I should have qualified myself a bit more.
> I've done a bit more than just wedding videos. I went to school for film
> production at the Center for Creative studies. I also studied film and video
> production at UCLA and UC Irvine. I was also a NAB member in the past.
> I've done film and video production in the past, but I've been out of it
> for a while. I'm hip to most of the prosumer cameras etc., but I wanted
> to get your opinions on what you like and so on. The big question is which
> HD format to go with and why?
>
> I will be using FCP Studio 2 on a Mac, and ULead Studio or maybe Vegas 6
> on a PC.
>
> Jamie K <Meta@Dimensional.com> wrote:
>> James McCloskey wrote:
>>> Aaron, I'm curious about what you and Jamie are using for your video production
>>> rigs. What cameras, lighting etc. I've done wedding videos in the past
>>> with mini DV cameras and I'm thinking about getting back in for supplemental
>>> income. If you guys have time shoot me an email.
>> I'm not in the event/wedding market, although I've shot a couple of
>> weddings for friends but not recently.
>>
>> For our wedding a few years back we passed a Panasonic DVX100 around (we
>
>> have talented friends) and we had a wireless mic to pick up the
>> important words up front and to catch the sound of the small orchestra
>> and the air canons (yes, it was an unusual wedding). It was outdoors so
>
>> lighting was by the sun.
>>
>> Anyway, there are a lot of options for event video gear. Start with
>> Canon, Sony, Panasonic in DV or HDV. Any of the models with XLR audio
>> inputs are worth considering, (and maybe a few that don't, for B-roll).
>
>> Or go tapeless with the latest formats from Sony and Panasonic, or via a
>
>> hard drive recorder. At events, you won't get much chance to do
>> controlled lighting so choose a camera with good low light performance.
>>
>> I would think a hi-def format would give you a marketing edge. Use a
>> tripod when you can. Wireless mics on or near the participants would be
>
>> a good thing. Great pictures aren't enough if you can't hear what's
>> going on.
>>
>> I've used a lot of editing systems. Currently I edit with Final Cut Pro
>
>> on the G5 or the new laptop.
>>
>> Feel free to email if I can help with any questions.
>>
>> Cheers,
>> -Jamie
>> www.JamieKrutz.com
>>
>>
>>
>>> "Aaron Allen" <know-spam@not_here.dude> wrote:
>>>> If you're still serious about building an XP box for Paris, I'm still
>
>>>> onboard to help you configure it up, if you run into any snags.
>>>> .
>>>> AA
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> "James McCloskey" <excelsm@hotmail.com> wrote in message
>>>> news:4807ff5e$1@linux...
>>>>> Vary cool to hear Jamie. And you have the option to add up to a 30"
>
>>>>> monitor
>>>>> if you want to expand your desk top. My next Mac may not be a Mac.
> Apple
>>>>> needs a sub $1,000.00 tower.
>>>>>
>>>>> Jamie K <Meta@Dimensional.com> wrote:
>>>>>> I'm slowly integrating the new Macbook Pro into the workflow (thanks
>>>>>> Chris!). Logic 8 runs great on it. 4GB RAM, 512 graphics RAM, 250GB
> HD,
>>>>>> 2 firewire and three USB2 ports, expansion port, HiDef LED-lit display
>>>>>> and OSX 10.5.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Right now I'm using it to animate and edit a 20 minute video project
>>>>>> using a variety of 2D and 2D software and FCP. Haven't done any head
> to
>>>>>> head tests against the dual G5 yet but it feels a bit faster, and on
> a
>>>>>> quick, non-scientific 3D rendering test it was about 10-15% faster,
>>>>>> although the G5 was also running more other stuff at the time.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> As far as OSX 10.5, pretty cool so far. I'm glad Apple finally got
>>>>>> around to supporting multiple desktops, I've been missing that since
>
>>>>>> BeOS...
>>>>>>
>>>>>> So my preliminary conclusions are that the MBP is a nice laptop, and
> the
>>>>>> G5 still does pretty well for an old timer. Nice to have a couple of
>>>>>> boxes to divide the work.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Next week I'll tackle installing all the Native Instruments stuff onto
>>>>>> the MBP.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Cheers,
>>>>>> -Jamie
>>>>>> www.JamieKrutz.com
>

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