Private Classifieds listings from 2002

SXTRAZOX · March 25th, 2002, 12:32 AM

The camera as I said is the 200HE .I say it is the PAL version of the 210 because it has the manual audio control(the only difference betwen the 200 and the 210).As I understand in europe they had the 200E and later they released the 200HE instead of calling it a 210E. The lens is the fujinon wide angle lens as I state on my post. I think the europen version does not use the XL1 chips as it is said to have 480K pixels CCDs.The PAL XL1 has 320K pixels CCDs.Also the PAL version do not have the frame mode as the NTSC one more reson I think it is not the same chip of the XL1, which is actually good since the XL1 chip is low in pixels in my opinion.And when I had my XL1 and compared the two picturs on my monitors(shot at the same time and conditions) the 200HE looked way better.

thanks!

Bill Markel · March 26th, 2002, 11:29 PM

Aaron,

If the monitor is still for sale, I'm interested. Please e-mail me.

Bill

Jacques Mersereau · April 8th, 2002, 01:51 PM

Hi,

For XL1 handheld support, check out
the MARzPAK at www.marztech.com. Though
not a true steadicam, when using the optional
stabilizer weight, you can get nice steady shots without
the huge expense of a "real" steadicam. Also, set up
is measured in seconds, not like trying to balance all
the other options. Cost is under $500, and the quality
is outstanding. Makes the XL1 a dream to shoot with.

Disclaimer, I do work for Marztech.

Check out pics on watchdog.

Justin Chin · April 8th, 2002, 03:11 PM

JVC GY-DV500 Unit
Fujinon S17x6.6BRM lens (non stock lens)
VF-P116u Viewfinder (high end viewfinder)
JVC Mic holder KA-A50U

LIKE NEW - EXCELLENT CONDITION

Low head time (17 hours)

Excellent rig only used for 2 small projects
**No Power included**

I'll consider selling items seperately.

Give me an offer

Ken Tanaka · April 8th, 2002, 04:00 PM

Justin,

Potential buyers might be interesting in the JVC site's description of this camera. It's an excellent camera.

http://pro.jvc.com/prof/Attributes/features.jsp?tree=&searchModel=&model_id=MDL100101

John Locke · April 8th, 2002, 07:14 PM

Thanks, Jacques.

I've read about the MARzPAK and have seen the photos. It warrants a second look for sure.

Justin Chin · April 9th, 2002, 03:49 PM

Thanks, Ken.

I guess I just assumed that everyone could check it for themselves. But a friendly link is MUCH MUCH better.

Cheers

Bill Ravens · April 10th, 2002, 10:59 AM

For Sale:
Sony VX1000, mint condition, less than 10 tapes on heads....zero playback time.
Comes complete with Vanguard hard case, wide angle adapter, UV filter, remote control and two sony batteries.

I will guarantee that this is like new condition.
A great deal at $900.00/you pay shipping.

Christian Calson · April 13th, 2002, 02:20 AM

I have the Glidecam 3000 Pro, with the arm support and the BodyPod (fits around your chest for support w/ limited movement since it doesn't have a mechanical arm like the V-8). The shots I've gotten are amazingly smooth and tight. I got the glidecam 3000 w/ the arm support (which I understand was made for the XL1, and soon replaced by the 4000 model which doesn't come with the arm but comes with some uninoticable design improvements) which is why I got it.

Getting it to balance is the hardest part, but once you do there's amazing control over how much movement you can do. I plan to use it on a micro-budget feature I hope to start filming/taping by Fall, where there's lots of walking, running, and keeping up with characters who are in motion both in exterior and interior shots.

The XL1 is very heavy and I didn't notice it since I've used it 99% of the time on the tripod, up till now.

The 3000 Pro was purchased before me, originally for a car chase see a guy wanted to do, whereby he had the camera and support unit (Glidecam) being held outside the car. It was hard, but it worked for him in the end.

I plan to use it to tape/film two actors in a car, from the front of the car, by having my friend driving me (in the back of his truck) filming the front of the car the actors are in. I hope that made sense. :)

I do know that the glidecams are often times resellable (with a decent return on 70% of the money spent) which is always a good thing. And most folks who have them are pretty reasonable. I have a grudge actually with guys who buy equipment and then want to sell it used to someone else for just $50 less what they paid. Most used glidecams (at least out here in LA, CA) are hurt by this type of sellers.

I seriously looked into which unit would give me just a little under what I need, because I was afraid to buy more equipment than I need and not look at the project(s) I was working on realistically (as in whether or not they could pay me back in return for the out of pocket production costs I was making in equipment purchases). I think more and more that's the distinction between hobbyist/collector and not. Making this stuff pay off, either in finished projects or money. Hope my ranting and experience can help, even if just a little.

Regards,

Christian Calson

K. Forman · April 13th, 2002, 07:25 AM

Chris-
Maybe you could just make a list of these disreputable dealers as well. It might save a lot of time when someone new asks the same old question, " What is this place like? They have great prices on...".

I researched for the better part of a year for equipment, and then months for the best prices. It was only when I actually went to buy the equipment that their true colors came out. In the end, everything cost more than I had originally planned, and took longer to get. But at least I got what I ordered. I was lucky, I guess.

Just a thought...
Keith

Justin Chin · April 16th, 2002, 12:36 PM

Anyone out there that has an old Sharpness Indicator Chart they don't need anymore?

I'm not looking to spend an arm and a leg. But it would be nice to have one, even if it's slightly outdated.

Andrew Leigh · April 16th, 2002, 12:52 PM

Still for sale ?

Andrew

Chris Hurd · April 16th, 2002, 01:13 PM

Tell ZGC you need one for your Mini35 adapter tests, and that it's for the Watchdog, and they should send a new one right out to you on their dime. At least I think they will.

Justin Chin · April 16th, 2002, 01:16 PM

Okay, I'll try that Chris.

Admittedly, I won't be doing a truly scientific test but I'd would like to compare my GY-DV500 with the mini35 with Zeiss lenses.

And, Chris, DO YOU EVER SLEEP???? Or do you have the watchdog wired directly into your brain???

Damn.

elusive_kudo · April 17th, 2002, 02:50 PM

U should never buy anything from anyone until u check out this site:

http://www.resellerratings.com/

It's a well known source of seller information & rating, but makes me wonder that some of u don't do their homework.

April 8th, 2002, 01:51 PM	#48
Jacques Mersereau Trustee Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Ann Arbor, MI Posts: 1,334	Hi, For XL1 handheld support, check out the MARzPAK at www.marztech.com. Though not a true steadicam, when using the optional stabilizer weight, you can get nice steady shots without the huge expense of a "real" steadicam. Also, set up is measured in seconds, not like trying to balance all the other options. Cost is under $500, and the quality is outstanding. Makes the XL1 a dream to shoot with. Disclaimer, I do work for Marztech. Check out pics on watchdog. __________________ Jacques Mersereau University of Michigan-Video Studio Manager

April 8th, 2002, 03:11 PM	#49
Justin Chin Major Player Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Oakland, CA Posts: 227	Fs: Jvc Gy-dv500 JVC GY-DV500 Unit Fujinon S17x6.6BRM lens (non stock lens) VF-P116u Viewfinder (high end viewfinder) JVC Mic holder KA-A50U LIKE NEW - EXCELLENT CONDITION Low head time (17 hours) Excellent rig only used for 2 small projects No Power included I'll consider selling items seperately. Give me an offer __________________ justin www.monsterrocket.com Filmmaker \| Cinematographer

April 8th, 2002, 04:00 PM	#50
Ken Tanaka Retired DV Info Net Almunus Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 6,943	JVC Page Justin, Potential buyers might be interesting in the JVC site's description of this camera. It's an excellent camera. http://pro.jvc.com/prof/Attributes/features.jsp?tree=&searchModel=&model_id=MDL100101 __________________ Lady X Films: A lady with a boring wardrobe...and a global mission. Hey, you don't have enough stuff! Buy with confidence from our sponsors. Hand-picked as the best in the business...Really! See some of my work one frame at a time: www.KenTanaka.com

April 8th, 2002, 07:14 PM	#51
John Locke Retired DV Info Net Almunus Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Austin, TX USA Posts: 2,882	Thanks, Jacques. I've read about the MARzPAK and have seen the photos. It warrants a second look for sure. __________________ John Locke SursumFilms.com

April 9th, 2002, 03:49 PM	#52
Justin Chin Major Player Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Oakland, CA Posts: 227	Thanks, Ken. I guess I just assumed that everyone could check it for themselves. But a friendly link is MUCH MUCH better. Cheers __________________ justin www.monsterrocket.com Filmmaker \| Cinematographer

March 25th, 2002, 12:32 AM	#46
SXTRAZOX New Boot Join Date: Jan 2002 Posts: 5	The camera as I said is the 200HE .I say it is the PAL version of the 210 because it has the manual audio control(the only difference betwen the 200 and the 210).As I understand in europe they had the 200E and later they released the 200HE instead of calling it a 210E. The lens is the fujinon wide angle lens as I state on my post. I think the europen version does not use the XL1 chips as it is said to have 480K pixels CCDs.The PAL XL1 has 320K pixels CCDs.Also the PAL version do not have the frame mode as the NTSC one more reson I think it is not the same chip of the XL1, which is actually good since the XL1 chip is low in pixels in my opinion.And when I had my XL1 and compared the two picturs on my monitors(shot at the same time and conditions) the 200HE looked way better. thanks!

March 26th, 2002, 11:29 PM	#47
Bill Markel Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Sicklerville, NJ Posts: 59	Aaron, If the monitor is still for sale, I'm interested. Please e-mail me. Bill

April 10th, 2002, 10:59 AM	#53
Bill Ravens Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: santa fe, nm Posts: 3,264 Images: 10	FS: Sony VX-1000 For Sale: Sony VX1000, mint condition, less than 10 tapes on heads....zero playback time. Comes complete with Vanguard hard case, wide angle adapter, UV filter, remote control and two sony batteries. I will guarantee that this is like new condition. A great deal at $900.00/you pay shipping.

April 13th, 2002, 02:20 AM	#54
Christian Calson Regular Crew Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA, USA Posts: 65	Hi John I have the Glidecam 3000 Pro, with the arm support and the BodyPod (fits around your chest for support w/ limited movement since it doesn't have a mechanical arm like the V-8). The shots I've gotten are amazingly smooth and tight. I got the glidecam 3000 w/ the arm support (which I understand was made for the XL1, and soon replaced by the 4000 model which doesn't come with the arm but comes with some uninoticable design improvements) which is why I got it. Getting it to balance is the hardest part, but once you do there's amazing control over how much movement you can do. I plan to use it on a micro-budget feature I hope to start filming/taping by Fall, where there's lots of walking, running, and keeping up with characters who are in motion both in exterior and interior shots. The XL1 is very heavy and I didn't notice it since I've used it 99% of the time on the tripod, up till now. The 3000 Pro was purchased before me, originally for a car chase see a guy wanted to do, whereby he had the camera and support unit (Glidecam) being held outside the car. It was hard, but it worked for him in the end. I plan to use it to tape/film two actors in a car, from the front of the car, by having my friend driving me (in the back of his truck) filming the front of the car the actors are in. I hope that made sense. :) I do know that the glidecams are often times resellable (with a decent return on 70% of the money spent) which is always a good thing. And most folks who have them are pretty reasonable. I have a grudge actually with guys who buy equipment and then want to sell it used to someone else for just $50 less what they paid. Most used glidecams (at least out here in LA, CA) are hurt by this type of sellers. I seriously looked into which unit would give me just a little under what I need, because I was afraid to buy more equipment than I need and not look at the project(s) I was working on realistically (as in whether or not they could pay me back in return for the out of pocket production costs I was making in equipment purchases). I think more and more that's the distinction between hobbyist/collector and not. Making this stuff pay off, either in finished projects or money. Hope my ranting and experience can help, even if just a little. Regards, Christian Calson

April 13th, 2002, 07:25 AM	#55
K. Forman Capt. Quirk Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Middle of the woods in Georgia Posts: 3,596	Chris- Maybe you could just make a list of these disreputable dealers as well. It might save a lot of time when someone new asks the same old question, " What is this place like? They have great prices on...". I researched for the better part of a year for equipment, and then months for the best prices. It was only when I actually went to buy the equipment that their true colors came out. In the end, everything cost more than I had originally planned, and took longer to get. But at least I got what I ordered. I was lucky, I guess. Just a thought... Keith

April 16th, 2002, 12:36 PM	#56
Justin Chin Major Player Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Oakland, CA Posts: 227	WANTED: Sharpness Indicator Chart Anyone out there that has an old Sharpness Indicator Chart they don't need anymore? I'm not looking to spend an arm and a leg. But it would be nice to have one, even if it's slightly outdated. __________________ justin www.monsterrocket.com Filmmaker \| Cinematographer

April 16th, 2002, 12:52 PM	#57
Andrew Leigh Major Player Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Johannesburg, South Africa Posts: 220	Still for sale ? Andrew __________________ PAL XL-1, DV Raptor, Premiere TOTAL AMATEUR - DOING IT FOR THE FUN

April 16th, 2002, 01:13 PM	#58
Chris Hurd Obstreperous Rex Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: San Marcos, TX Posts: 27,366 Images: 513	Tell ZGC you need one for your Mini35 adapter tests, and that it's for the Watchdog, and they should send a new one right out to you on their dime. At least I think they will. __________________ CH Search DV Info Net \| 20 years of DVi \| ...Tuesday is Soylent Green Day!

April 16th, 2002, 01:16 PM	#59
Justin Chin Major Player Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Oakland, CA Posts: 227	Okay, I'll try that Chris. Admittedly, I won't be doing a truly scientific test but I'd would like to compare my GY-DV500 with the mini35 with Zeiss lenses. And, Chris, DO YOU EVER SLEEP???? Or do you have the watchdog wired directly into your brain??? Damn. __________________ justin www.monsterrocket.com Filmmaker \| Cinematographer

April 17th, 2002, 02:50 PM	#60
elusive_kudo Regular Crew Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Miami Posts: 37	Reseller ratings U should never buy anything from anyone until u check out this site: http://www.resellerratings.com/ It's a well known source of seller information & rating, but makes me wonder that some of u don't do their homework.