How is the GL2 in very hot situations? at DVinfo.net

Jason Casey · July 9th, 2004, 12:22 PM

I will be taping a concert at the NASCAR Race in Chicago this weekend. It's supposed to be in the upper 80's and very humid...I'd imagine the temp on the track will be much higher than that, possibly in the upper 90's to 100.

Anything I need to be worried about?

Ken Tanaka · July 9th, 2004, 12:31 PM

Hello Jason,
In general, try to keep the camera mostly in the shade even if you have to make your own shade. Excessive heat can create visual noise.

Also be -most- careful of bringing the camera into a cool, air conditioned space after a long period in our hot, muggy summer air. Moisture will condense inside the camera and make some nasty problems for you.

Enjoy that race at the Chicago Motor Speedway.

Pete Bauer · July 9th, 2004, 01:16 PM

Good advice from Ken. Nevertheless, my GL2 and I spent a whole hot, muggy afternoon shooting a bikini contest at a beach club a couple weeks ago. No problems at all.

AND DON'T ASK ME TO SEND FOOTAGE!!! ;-)~
(But if you guys are all really nice to me, you might see some short clips at XtreemModel.com in a few days).

You might try bringing a plain white cotton towel or large 'kerchief to drape over the camera if you might be caught out in the sun between shots. You can just tuck the towel in a pocket when you're ready to shoot.

Jason Casey · July 9th, 2004, 02:13 PM

And I thought filming at the nascar event would be cool....I need to get some more gigs like you :)

July 9th, 2004, 12:22 PM	#1
Jason Casey Regular Crew Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 93	How is the GL2 in very hot situations? I will be taping a concert at the NASCAR Race in Chicago this weekend. It's supposed to be in the upper 80's and very humid...I'd imagine the temp on the track will be much higher than that, possibly in the upper 90's to 100. Anything I need to be worried about? __________________ Jason Casey www.jcmediaservices.com www.kickbacktracks.com Royalty Free Video Production Loops!

July 9th, 2004, 12:31 PM	#2
Ken Tanaka Retired DV Info Net Almunus Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 6,943	Hello Jason, In general, try to keep the camera mostly in the shade even if you have to make your own shade. Excessive heat can create visual noise. Also be -most- careful of bringing the camera into a cool, air conditioned space after a long period in our hot, muggy summer air. Moisture will condense inside the camera and make some nasty problems for you. Enjoy that race at the Chicago Motor Speedway. __________________ 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

July 9th, 2004, 01:16 PM	#3
Pete Bauer Wrangler Join Date: May 2003 Location: Eagle River, AK Posts: 4,100	Good advice from Ken. Nevertheless, my GL2 and I spent a whole hot, muggy afternoon shooting a bikini contest at a beach club a couple weeks ago. No problems at all. AND DON'T ASK ME TO SEND FOOTAGE!!! ;-)~ (But if you guys are all really nice to me, you might see some short clips at XtreemModel.com in a few days). You might try bringing a plain white cotton towel or large 'kerchief to drape over the camera if you might be caught out in the sun between shots. You can just tuck the towel in a pocket when you're ready to shoot. __________________ Pete Bauer The most beautiful thing we can experience is the mysterious. It is the source of all true art and science. Albert Einstein Trying to solve a DV mystery? You may find the answer behind the SEARCH function ... or be able to join a discussion already in progress!

July 9th, 2004, 02:13 PM	#4
Jason Casey Regular Crew Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 93	And I thought filming at the nascar event would be cool....I need to get some more gigs like you :) __________________ Jason Casey www.jcmediaservices.com www.kickbacktracks.com Royalty Free Video Production Loops!