is the red-one still a good choice? at DVinfo.net

Dave Morgan · April 14th, 2010, 11:37 AM

is the red one still a good choice for making a film? is there anything that has came out since then that is cheaper and just as good?

also does the red take a while to get used to shooting with?

Mohammed Zaheer · April 14th, 2010, 01:57 PM

Red is still very good! Arri just released a cam called Alexa which is somewhat similar to Redone, how ever no announcments to my knowledge from red on any other products.

Panasonic just also introduced the ag-af100 I believe thats what the model is which is a cross between a camcorder and a DSLR available in december which you would like to also look into see if thats what might be your thing..

beside that DSLR's are really making things happen in todays world.

M. T. Zaheer "Shan"

Michael Ojjeh · April 14th, 2010, 02:46 PM

Here is some info on the Panasonic AF100, It is going to be the next BIG thing :)

Brian Drysdale · April 14th, 2010, 04:08 PM

Yes, lots of film are being shot with RED One's. There is a new sensor upgrade, the MX available, which is a big improvement. No there currently isn't anything cheaper and just as good, but which camera you may decide to use will depend on the market you are aiming at.

The Epic prototype has been at NAB, but this is a more expensive camera than the RED One.

You have to learn the RED work flows, cameras crews used to working with 35mm film cameras don't seem to have real problems once data handling is in place, but if you're used to consumer or prosumer cameras there are quite a few differences.

I wouldn't worry about the camera and more about your film, the RED One will be very capable for a number of years.

Perrone Ford · April 14th, 2010, 05:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Michael Ojjeh

Here is some info on the Panasonic AF100, It is going to be the next BIG thing :)

I'm glad you said that with a smile...

Allan Black · April 14th, 2010, 06:01 PM

Quote from Jan (above) .. "and when you try and get *it* in at a price point that's where the challenge comes in"

Says it all.

Cheers.

Brian Drysdale · April 15th, 2010, 02:00 AM

A pity they didn't also manage the A Minima's ergonomics

Aaton : A-Minima

None the less an interesting camera that a number of people have been requesting.

April 14th, 2010, 11:37 AM	#1
Dave Morgan Major Player Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 293	is the red-one still a good choice? is the red one still a good choice for making a film? is there anything that has came out since then that is cheaper and just as good? also does the red take a while to get used to shooting with?

April 14th, 2010, 01:57 PM	#2
Mohammed Zaheer New Boot Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 18	If you have the cash Red is still very good! Arri just released a cam called Alexa which is somewhat similar to Redone, how ever no announcments to my knowledge from red on any other products. Panasonic just also introduced the ag-af100 I believe thats what the model is which is a cross between a camcorder and a DSLR available in december which you would like to also look into see if thats what might be your thing.. beside that DSLR's are really making things happen in todays world. M. T. Zaheer "Shan"

April 14th, 2010, 02:46 PM	#3
Michael Ojjeh Major Player Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 338	Here is some info on the Panasonic AF100, It is going to be the next BIG thing :) Panasonic AF100 4/3" Camera on Vimeo __________________ Dragonfly Production http://www.dragonflyproduction.net/ http://www.vimeo.com/user432181

April 14th, 2010, 06:01 PM	#6
Allan Black Inner Circle Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Sydney. Posts: 2,887	Quote from Jan (above) .. "and when you try and get it in at a price point that's where the challenge comes in" Says it all. Cheers. __________________ Drink more tap water. On admission at Sydney hospitals more than 5% of day patients are de-hydrated.

April 14th, 2010, 04:08 PM	#4
Brian Drysdale Inner Circle Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Belfast, UK Posts: 6,143	Yes, lots of film are being shot with RED One's. There is a new sensor upgrade, the MX available, which is a big improvement. No there currently isn't anything cheaper and just as good, but which camera you may decide to use will depend on the market you are aiming at. The Epic prototype has been at NAB, but this is a more expensive camera than the RED One. You have to learn the RED work flows, cameras crews used to working with 35mm film cameras don't seem to have real problems once data handling is in place, but if you're used to consumer or prosumer cameras there are quite a few differences. I wouldn't worry about the camera and more about your film, the RED One will be very capable for a number of years.

April 15th, 2010, 02:00 AM	#7
Brian Drysdale Inner Circle Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Belfast, UK Posts: 6,143	A pity they didn't also manage the A Minima's ergonomics Aaton : A-Minima None the less an interesting camera that a number of people have been requesting.