Forum: Sony XDCAM PXW-FS7 / FS5
April 16th, 2023, 03:46 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 5,366
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Forum: Sony XDCAM PXW-FS7 / FS5
April 16th, 2023, 02:42 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 5,366
Re: FS5 Auto ND
An update after a protracted absence …
“Auto ND” now functions correctly, almost …
My only issue is that when “Auto ND” is on, I don’t get the value of the ND filter with an “A” symbol in the...
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Forum: Sony XDCAM PXW-FS7 / FS5
December 22nd, 2016, 01:50 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,814
Use of Polarisers
I'm a big fan of polarising filters for photography, but I was wondering if there are any downsides when it comes to their use with 4K recording on an FS5.
Any opinions?
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Forum: Sony XDCAM PXW-FS7 / FS5
November 27th, 2016, 12:46 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 2,930
Re: Stabilisation Systems for FS5
Thanks Andy.
I just found this informal comparison between the Movi M5 and Letus. Quite informative.
Movi M5 vs Letus Helix Jr Review - Ignite Creative...
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Forum: Sony XDCAM PXW-FS7 / FS5
November 27th, 2016, 12:12 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,994
Recommendations for a Video Light
I'm considering the purchase of a video light for my FS5.
Has anyone had experience with Sony's HVL-LBPC unit?
Any other better units out there?
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Forum: Sony XDCAM PXW-FS7 / FS5
November 27th, 2016, 11:30 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 3,226
Re: Share your secrets!
Interesting stuff guys.
I'd like to see more recommendations for stabiliser solutions which won't break the bank.
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Forum: Sony XDCAM PXW-FS7 / FS5
November 1st, 2016, 01:21 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 2,930
Stabilisation Systems for FS5
I'm interested in a stabilisation system for my FS5.
So far, the Freefly Movi M5 is getting my attention.
Does anyone have experience with this product?
Alternatively, are there any...
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Forum: What Happens in Vegas...
September 1st, 2016, 06:12 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,619
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Forum: What Happens in Vegas...
August 31st, 2016, 11:11 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,619
PC Hardware Recommendations for Vegas
Apologies in advance if I have posted this in the wrong place.
I've just purchased Vegas through the special offer made available by Magix.
I assume that my five-year-old PC will not be up to...
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Forum: Sony XDCAM PXW-FS7 / FS5
August 8th, 2016, 06:13 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 5,366
Re: FS5 Auto ND
No I haven't done that Andy. I don't recall seeing that in the release notes either.
By the way, where can I find details if Doug's profile?
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Forum: Sony XDCAM PXW-FS7 / FS5
August 7th, 2016, 04:42 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,994
FS5 Picture Profiles
I'm going to the Arctic for my first shoot with an FS5.
Unfortunately I've had very little time to learn the camera.
In particular, I'm shooting QFHD but, since I don't have a 4K TV, I haven't...
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Forum: Sony XDCAM PXW-FS7 / FS5
August 7th, 2016, 04:27 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 5,366
Re: FS5 Auto ND
Yep, done by the book.
Preset/Variable = Variable
ND Filter Dial = 2
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Forum: Sony XDCAM PXW-FS7 / FS5
August 6th, 2016, 05:16 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 5,366
FS5 Auto ND
I've upgraded to version 2 firmware and I was trying to enable Auto ND.
I followed the instructions in the V2 manual but Auto ND is still disabled in the menu.
Has anyone had any success with...
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Forum: External Recording Various Topics
August 4th, 2016, 01:27 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 4,610
FS5 Raw Recording: Atomos versus Odyssey
I guess this has probably been discussed before, but with raw mode just having been opened up for the Sony FS5 my interest has been aroused.
To my mind, the Odyssey7Q+ looks the part but I'm not...
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Forum: Sony XDCAM PXW-FS7 / FS5
August 1st, 2016, 02:43 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 4,010
Re: FS5 Frame Rates
Thanks Cliff, that's very useful information.
I now intend to shoot in QFHD, especially since the Blu-ray standard (as you observed) allows for a maximum colour depth of 8 bits.
Anyway, it...
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Forum: What Happens in Vegas...
July 29th, 2016, 08:09 AM
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Replies: 39
Views: 8,778
Re: Vegas Upgrade Offer
The offer is only good until the end of this month.
If you don't live in the USA you can still order, however you're restricted to the download version.
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Forum: Sony XDCAM PXW-FS7 / FS5
July 29th, 2016, 02:14 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 4,010
Re: FS5 Frame Rates
An interesting thread, thanks for that Nigel.
So are you still using 50p or did it swing you over to 25p?
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Forum: Sony XDCAM PXW-FS7 / FS5
July 29th, 2016, 02:06 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 4,010
Re: FS5 Frame Rates
I’ll be using the camera on my forthcoming trip to the Northwest Passage, so it will mainly be travel documentary style consisting of landscape plus on-board footage of ship life etc.
The footage...
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Forum: Sony XDCAM PXW-FS7 / FS5
July 28th, 2016, 06:31 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 4,010
FS5 Frame Rates
I've just got my FS5 and I was wondering about what frame rate to use.
I intend to shoot XAVC HD, as QFHD gives only 4:2:0.
My question is what frame rate will give the best quality?
I...
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Forum: F.A. on Ebay
August 6th, 2009, 12:32 PM
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Replies: 148
Views: 64,519
Sandisk 16GB SxS Card
Currently on eBay and due to end at 19:28:46 (BST) on Friday 6 August.
eBay Item Number: 320405358095
Will post overseas at cost.
Remember: Over-cranking is cool, and you can't do that with...
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Forum: Private Classifieds
August 6th, 2009, 12:27 PM
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Replies: 6,240
Views: 1,247,586
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Forum: Private Classifieds
August 5th, 2009, 06:23 AM
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Replies: 6,240
Views: 1,247,586
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Forum: Private Classifieds
July 29th, 2009, 04:22 AM
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Replies: 6,240
Views: 1,247,586
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Forum: Sony XDCAM EX Pro Handhelds
July 13th, 2009, 05:30 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,315
EX1 Firmware
What is the latest version of firmware for the EX1, when was it released and what did it address?
By the way, how do I check which version I currently have?
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Forum: What Happens in Vegas...
June 4th, 2009, 11:25 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,183
New Vegas Buyer - Do I Need Any Extras?
So I'm about to buy Vegas Pro 9.
There seems to be several add-on packages and I'm not sure if I need to consider these or not.
Perhaps the most relevant is Cinescore, as I've always considered...
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