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I used to attend the forums alot, but these days I can't read or

respond to a post without having my brain explode.

I joined up back right before all the digital stuff. Now almost

every question (eos forum) is about, "can I use this flash on the

digital rebel" "will this lens work on xx camera" "can I mount X

brand lens on my camera". Everything from mundane questions that can

be answered by a simple search, to equipment anomolies to camera

comparisons. Its all the same, just replace the last model with the

current model.

 

I admit I've answered and asked similar questions, but its just so

redudent now. Maybe I'm just ranting a lot now, but I'm just gonna

stop posting/responding/or reading the site for a while and see how

things are down the road.

There are about 50bazillion threads on this camera. However I will restate, I recommend the Bp-300 battery pack for the camera, after attaching it, it fits nicely into your hand, plus it takes regular AA batteries and adds a vertical shutter release button.

 

There are two models the Elan 7 and the Elan 7E, the E is the eye focus control version. I don't use ECF so I saved a few bucks and the the regular Elan 7. If you dont use ECF I recommend doing the same.

I think it maybe better for you to invest in a stand alone dvd writer, instead of capturing to your computer then exporting out to a dvd burner, with a stand alone DVD writer, you can just plug and capture direct to dvd.

I'm going to answer points 2 and 4, because this is a lot of ground to cover. Video production can be complex sometimes, but not as complex as you need it to be.

To answer your questions:

 

2. Do you need a camera with mic input? Most cameras have Mic inputs with Mini-plugs, other higher end models have inputs with XLR inputs. Depedning on you budget and WHAT are you planning to video tape will determine if you need a camera with these features.

 

4. USB isn't great, dont use USB! Use firewire (IEEE1394) for all input and output.

 

--------- Question: What do you plan to edit your project with? PC or MAC? Editing is just as important as video taping.

 

Advice: STORYBOARD! Plan out exactly what you want to do with your project.

 

Good luck with your endeavors.

Les has it right need more info before helping. OffTopic, I'm not sure if you ever watched those COP/detective shows on the Discovery/Learning channel, where they take stills from Store Security cameras (known for there excellent quality LOL), but for evidence purposes, as long as you can tell who or what is in the picture, resolution wise, it doesn't have to be excellent.

I would like to second/thrid the puchase of a Macintosh, very stable for video editing, and all works right out of the box.

 

As for getting a DVD writer, I just output right back to MiniDV tape (no quality loss with DV), but It depends on what you want to do.

I agree with les, I never really liked this "photo option" on camcorders. A video camera isn't a still camera, and vice versa, I hate digital still cameras that have "video capture" on them.

I had a Panasonic Ag-Ez1 that was fried with a tape I had in it. I sent it in for a new electronics board and the tape got out.

 

I don't know about your Sony, however if you have any intention of fixing it I would sent it into a facility, and they will get your tape out and fix the camera. If you don't plan to fix the camera, you just just bust it out I guess.

Matrox is the Hardware componet of the system, premiere is the software componet. I have not used Matrox before, just Pinnacle stuff, but I would say the screens look different because they are showing the Matrox software that captures the video, however if its like the Pinnacle stuff, it does seemlessly intergrate with premiere.

You didn't mention what you used to capture your video with. You might want to consider upgrading to video capture devices that offer REALTIME (no rendering) effects.

I think he was referring to a dedicated forum on photo.net.

 

The major problem is that, once the next camera comes out, what are you gonna do? Create another forum dedicated to that camera? One forum for digital eos is fine.

The American version of the EOS 10 is called the EOS 10s (beats me what the s stands for). However one cool thing about the 10/10s is that it has a Built-in intervalometer, I don't know of any other film or eos digital camera that has this option. However, the draw back to the 10/10s is that it has no rear command dial.

Its an older Super 8mm Film motion picture camera. I did a quick search on the internet, I did manage to see it posted at various prices ranging from $50.00 - $150.00 (depending on condition). Sorry I can't help you anymore then that.

All I believe you are doing is erasing the parts (data) you don't need, so I don't think there is any quality loss.

Adam, 720x480 is currently the digital standard anything that captures DV from Pinnacle studio to adobe premiere to ulead media studio pro will capture MiniDV video @ 720X480 (north american NTSC). I'm not sure if you can get higher resolution then that.

 

The question is what your final output and format be ie. VHS, DVD, back to MiniDV?

Jim's right its your money so its your call. However it depends what your applications are: Do you NEED FTM? The AF is pretty fast on the 1.8 even though its not USM. Its AFFORDABLE come on guys, for its price its a Steal in my opinion.

The 50mm F1.4 is better built, but I have to say the F1.8II isn't at all a BAD lens. In fact its razor sharp, its more affordable, and I love this lens. As for build quality, I've said it before, I accidently dropped my 50mmF1.8 II lens 5 feet onto hard asfault road once (it fell from my bag) it hit and bounced, but it still works fine.

Just curious WHO said that the 1D was discontinued. Was it someone working at Canon or just some shop owner who heard some rumor then someone posted it on the net as fact?

It is my understanding is that Tamron is the only 3rd party lens manufacture to have made lenses that have worked with every EOS camera to date, IE older tamron lenses are still compatable with current eos cameras, unlike Sigma lenses that have to be re-chipped.

The 1D was designed specifically for photojournalists - sports photographers (faster FPS etc). I think it would be perfect for your applications. The 1Ds was designed for higher resolutions, however it does have a slower frame rate.

I think I've said this in other posts similar, If you love your D60 keep it, I do not think it's worth getting the 10D if you already have the D60 and like it. I would however, just wait till the next camera to come out to replace the 10D, then change. I think this will be more economical and better to do.

For your applications, I don't see a real need for an upgrade to a 10D, and would recommend building apon your current line of Nikon equipment, especially getting some nice lenses.

 

But hey, no matter what anyone says here, it's your dough you're spending. Whatever dicision you make, good luck and happy shooting.

Hey if you're willing to spend the money for it GO FOR IT! I don't think anyone is trying to stop you. However, the N90 is a great camera (and I'm a canon person). Is your N90 doing anything that you don't want it to do? I would recommend getting a couple of nice lenses for your Nikon. I'm not really sure if the 10D is worth the investment on your part, $1500 can buy you a hell of a lot of film and processing, it can also get you some really nice Nikon lenses.

I'll bet you all here that this thread will turn into a digital vs. film debate soon.

 

Now to MY answer. What type of photography do you plan to shoot? (portraits, sports, etc...)

 

What do you mean by "Good enough"?

 

Finally do you have approximatly fifteen hundred dollars (not including lens or lenses). I remember when I was 16 I didn't have that kind of money around (I don't know how things are today LOL).

Using LP mode causes loss of quality. Use standard play (SP) mode, it is my understanding that LP is 50% less then SP mode.