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Forum: Stabilizers (Steadicam etc.) January 18th, 2007, 06:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,449
Posted By Charles Papert
At 4.5 lbs, you are half a pound away from the...

At 4.5 lbs, you are half a pound away from the upper end of the Merlin's weight range, so if you aren't planning to run accessories with the camera (wireless mike receivers, onboard light, external...
Forum: Photon Management January 12th, 2007, 01:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,755
Posted By Charles Papert
Not by definition--obie lights are regularly used...

Not by definition--obie lights are regularly used in feature/episodic production. The difference is making the source softer and less intense than the usual blast-'em look one associates with onboard...
Forum: Alternative Imaging Methods January 12th, 2007, 12:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,501
Posted By Charles Papert
A bit late to the game, but interesting...

A bit late to the game, but interesting nonetheless. Someone needs to proofread their description of the system, however--at times I thought I was reading a translation.
Forum: Show Your Work January 11th, 2007, 04:23 PM
Replies: 1,261
Views: 305,832
Posted By Charles Papert
Nick: You have some really strong stuff on...

Nick:

You have some really strong stuff on your reel--ballsy use of color and shadow.

There are a few shots that jump out at me as being weaker than the rest:

:15 Mirror shot--the back of...
Forum: Alternative Imaging Methods January 11th, 2007, 01:34 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 10,075
Posted By Charles Papert
I do not agree that the shutter speed is more of...

I do not agree that the shutter speed is more of what creates the film look (or similarity to our vision, etc) than the frame rate. 24p toggled between a 1/50th shutter and a 360 degree shutter (i.e....
Forum: Digital Video Industry News January 10th, 2007, 08:49 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,891
Posted By Charles Papert
I think the first song I would load onto the...

I think the first song I would load onto the iPhone would have to be "The Girl from iPanema"
Forum: Stabilizers (Steadicam etc.) January 9th, 2007, 11:33 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 13,524
Posted By Charles Papert
Steadicam Merlin gets vest and arm at CES

Tiffen is showing a great looking arm and vest for the Merlin at CES, apparently. Some info and a picture here...
Forum: Stabilizers (Steadicam etc.) January 9th, 2007, 12:19 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,006
Posted By Charles Papert
Ryan, glad your system is working for you, that's...

Ryan, glad your system is working for you, that's what it's all about. Let's be careful how we label other people though.

There's absolutely no question that a tiny camera like the HV10 needs help...
Forum: Photon Management January 8th, 2007, 11:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,897
Posted By Charles Papert
It may be more interesting to introduce uplights...

It may be more interesting to introduce uplights or sidelights on the curtain to create visual interest, which will further separate the speaker.
Forum: JVC GY-HD Series Camera Systems January 8th, 2007, 08:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,065
Posted By Charles Papert
It's really not logical to make comparisons...

It's really not logical to make comparisons between a camera that is on the market and one that is not. Conjecture about workflow, cabling, robustness of construction is pointless until the item is...
Forum: Photon Management January 8th, 2007, 07:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,365
Posted By Charles Papert
What Bill says. Foamcore is pretty darn neutral....

What Bill says. Foamcore is pretty darn neutral. Many types of bounces are less so, like beadboard and muslin, which impart a warm tone (may be desirable under certain circumstances).
Forum: Area 51 January 8th, 2007, 10:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,590
Posted By Charles Papert
Some fab pop group, I would assume. You know--for...

Some fab pop group, I would assume. You know--for kids!

By the way Heath, Charles is amused when you post in the third person!
Forum: Stabilizers (Steadicam etc.) January 8th, 2007, 10:13 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,006
Posted By Charles Papert
Yes...no...well, this is sort of splitting hairs...

Yes...no...well, this is sort of splitting hairs as we are talking about an approximation of the Steadicam effect to begin with. The guide hand should not inhibit the stability of a stabilizer if...
Forum: Stabilizers (Steadicam etc.) January 7th, 2007, 02:11 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,006
Posted By Charles Papert
Yes, what Cole said. I would add to that...

Yes, what Cole said. I would add to that suggestion: extend the center column of the tripod and also open the legs (without extending them) which will add some stability. Turn the whole thing...
Forum: Special Mounts and Applications January 7th, 2007, 10:18 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 6,810
Posted By Charles Papert
Here's a reference for you: ...

Here's a reference for you:

http://doggicam.com/bodymount.php
Forum: Stabilizers (Steadicam etc.) January 6th, 2007, 01:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,452
Posted By Charles Papert
You can always add more weight if needed, such as...

You can always add more weight if needed, such as the Bogen quick-release adaptor.

There are numerous advantages to the Merlin, by the way...not the least of which is the ease of adjustments to...
Forum: Alternative Imaging Methods January 6th, 2007, 01:34 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,889
Posted By Charles Papert
Incidentally, here's...

Incidentally, here's (http://www.e2etech-secure.com/cgi-bin/site16/WMCshop.cgi?action=dbview&id=wp1) a commercially available series of weight plates. Also check out the link to their cage, which is...
Forum: Alternative Imaging Methods January 6th, 2007, 01:30 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,889
Posted By Charles Papert
Lead is the right idea, but not in bags that can...

Lead is the right idea, but not in bags that can shift as you tilt the camera. I myself have an 8 lb lead plate that I've used under medium weight cameras; I know of others who have chunkier plates...
Forum: Stabilizers (Steadicam etc.) January 6th, 2007, 01:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,452
Posted By Charles Papert
Gents: Many, many posts here about...

Gents:

Many, many posts here about Glidecams, Merlin, etc. etc...browse the Support Your Local Camera section and much will be revealed.

Most important thing to know about stabilizers is that...
Forum: Alternative Imaging Methods January 4th, 2007, 01:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,046
Posted By Charles Papert
Dennis, do you find it difficult to have to...

Dennis, do you find it difficult to have to operate Steadicam when also assuming the DP duties, especially for a project with lots of exteriors? I've done it more times than I'd care to imagine but...
Forum: Alternative Imaging Methods January 3rd, 2007, 12:20 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,889
Posted By Charles Papert
Hi Dennis: This is sort of a tough question...

Hi Dennis:

This is sort of a tough question to answer. "Acceptable" to which level of stabilizer operator...cables are always best to avoid whenever the technology allows. This means that in...
Forum: Techniques for Independent Production January 3rd, 2007, 02:49 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,280
Posted By Charles Papert
And it turn, I don't quite understand what this...

And it turn, I don't quite understand what this statement has to do with the one of mine that it seems this is commenting on...?

As far as the Elaine goes, I was pretty much saying that yes, there...
Forum: All Things Audio January 1st, 2007, 09:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,241
Posted By Charles Papert
http://www.dvinfo.net/conf/showthread.php?t=7583&h...

http://www.dvinfo.net/conf/showthread.php?t=7583&highlight=behringer
Forum: Alternative Imaging Methods January 1st, 2007, 05:40 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 39,233
Posted By Charles Papert
Hi Sean: You can see some with and without...

Hi Sean:

You can see some with and without shots and footage via this article (http://www.hdvinfo.net/articles/jvcprohd/hd100mini35test1.php).

I don't have any experience shooting with the...
Forum: Stabilizers (Steadicam etc.) January 1st, 2007, 05:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,183
Posted By Charles Papert
Probably contact Bogen/Manfrotto to see if you...

Probably contact Bogen/Manfrotto to see if you can get set up as a dealer...?
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