Sony DV / HDV
Sony HVR-Z7U Focus and Low Light Shooting Tips
Written by DVi Contributor on July 19th, 2008
This article comes from a discussion thread on the DV Info Net community message boards.
After using the Sony Z7U for a few months now, doing some testing as well as real world shooting experience, here are some focus and low light tips tips for newbies and others as well, when using the stock Zeiss lens.
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HDR-FX1 and HVR-Z1U Feature Set Comparison
Written by Chris Hurd on November 22nd, 2004
Sony’s first pair of HDV camcorders share the same chassis design and a number of identical features. There are, however, about forty-odd differences between them. Here’s a fairly comprehensive chart which compares the two. The HDR-FX1 is a consumer model; the HVR-Z1U is a professional version.
Using Free Run Time Code as an External Sync Substitute for HVR-Z1U Multi-Camera Shoots
Written by Chris Hurd on November 22nd, 2004
there is an option in the Z1U available to you which will allow for frame-accurate time code synchronization of several cameras in a multi-camera shoot. The procedure for this work-around requires only one person and one Sony RMT-841 Wireless Remote Commander (the wireless remote control which is supplied with each camcorder).
I went to Ginza Sony Plaza to look at FX1
Written by DVi Contributor on October 20th, 2004
After checking it out on the tripod, they let me shoot with the cam with the shoulder pad and play the tape back on the Wega TV. I shot people walking by, panning and zooming in and out. I was amazed at how well the stabilizer worked…
Tutorial: PD150 and PD170 Color Bars for Memory Sticks
Written by DVi Guest Author on August 4th, 2002
I thought it would be neat to have a copy of the Full SMPTE Colorbars on the Sony Memory Stick. This would come in handy if and when my Calibar batteries die on location, and also nice to share with everyone that does not have a Calibar, but does own a PD150, VX2000, or other Memory Stick compatible camera.
Audio Performance and Interconnection with the Sony PD150
Written by DVi Guest Author on July 1st, 2002
The PD150’s on-board audio can be used successfully for audio recordings if you know its limitations. Critical audio recording is still best done with dedicated audio recording hardware using high-performance microphones and preamplifiers.
CineTech Accessories for the PD150
Written by Chris Hurd on April 16th, 2002
Karl Horn of CineTech is highly regarded for his superbly crafted pro shooting accessories for the film and high-end video industries. After adapting his follow focus, matte box and Hip-Cam rigs for the Canon XL1S, he recently did the same for the Sony PD150. Here are some shots of his gear from the NAB 2002 tradeshow in Las Vegas.
PD150 and VX2000 Compared
Written by Chris Hurd on April 12th, 2002
I thought we’d start off with a comparison of the PD150 and VX2000… in some ways they’re the same; in others, they’re different.
PD150 Custom XLR Audio Mic Cable
Written by DVi Guest Author on March 5th, 2002
If you own or are thinking of buying the Sony PD150, you’ll need a short XLR cable to plug the mic into the camcorder… and you will find that all pre-made store-bought short XLR cables use straight XLR connectors.
Review: Antarctica DV150 Protectective Rain Jacket
Written by DVi Guest Author on September 4th, 2001
In January 2001, we needed to send a Sony DSR-PD150 on an expedition to the summit of Aconcagua, at over 7,000 metres, the highest mountain in the Andes. We needed protection from the environment but failed to find a suitable protective jacket on the market. The best of which fell short of our needs in terms of both protection and ergonomics, it simply rendered the camera almost unusable when fitted. The only solution was to design and produce our own.
