The topic pretty much asks the question itself. I wanted to know what type of camcorders directors use when filming. Especially directors and companies like Jules Jordan, Erik Everhard, Evil Angel, Elegant Angel. They get some crystal clear footage. Also the cost if anyone knows. Any directors feel free to comment. Topic Moved by - hardware on Jun 7 2007
I own three Camcorders for the different type of shoots I do: POV Handheld in HD: SONY HDV-HC1 POV Handheld in SD: Canon GL2 For future volumes of Cream Pie Girls and my new lines in HI DEF: SONY HDR-FX7...basically an improved and lighter version of the FX1...just an absolutely great (especially in low light situations) and lightweight camera for traveling with. Prices fluctuate but be smart and get it from B&H Photo... these folks have never let me down...unlike Adorama. Also...many online stores are selling this camera for under US$1,800 - beware because it's a "gray market" unit so you will not get the Sony battery,charger and more importantly -"The Sony Warranty". Don "Asianman" Fernando http://donfernando.diaryland.com/index.html Edited by - Don Fernando on 6/6/2007 2:50:40 AM
Been dicking around with the Canon HDA1 but recently purchased two Sony V1U with a Canon .80 lens and a Century Optics .55x lens. Growing kind of enamored with it since it has the same feel as the VX2000.
I recently added a High Def JVC GYHD110U. It's not really a hand held cam, it should be used with a stabilizer of your choice. I've also been using a couple of Panasonic AG-DVX100B's for a while now. We are preparing to do a feature movie with the JVC in 720P mode.
Retired? Nah, just from video. Actually took a break for a couple of months but now shooting about 40 scenes a month lowkey cause I don't want my name on it. Edited by - hardware on 6/6/2007 3:00:58 PM
Canon XH-A1, fucking love it. Best HDV cam you can buy. Though if you want true uncompressed HD your gonna need to pick up the panasonic. Of course the Price point goes up a few thousand dollars from there. Gonna pick up the Canon HV 20 for a smaller cam for traveling and as a second one. www.makemoneyfucking.com
dude, i'd be happy with a sony vx-1000, vx-2000, or vx-2100. i'm a cheap date. but then again, i don't shoot porn. if i had the money, i'd get an HD though because that's what everything is going to. In my opinion at least.
I was going to the ask same question at some point but for a beginner to learn on. Say around $2000 price mark or cheaper. I gather a older model camcorder would do but Any suggestion's would be cool. Cheers
Unfortunately, the state of the art hasn't progressed to the point to where I'd lay down several thousand dollars for any video camera.........unless it was my profession (which I guess is the point here). As good as they are, video and audio are still surprisingly primitive and underdeveloped technologies.
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Posted - Jul 11 2007 : 4:41PM
Shut up! Dude you're one lucky director. I saw those cameras at the Veg-ass show. What did that set you back like 10 grand? I got a shitty samsung from Fryes. I'd like to see some stuff shot with that camera. Do you dvds out shot with that?
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Posted - Jul 15 2007 : 12:01AM
I just saw some footage shot in Europe with ADT Forum poster Amber Rayne "manning" one of these cameras. The results were great (Tori is a great model) and Amber did a fine job with it. It looks like it is very light and easy to move around. The 1280 x 720 output fills the widescreen with Eurobabe goodness!