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Forum: Alternative Imaging Methods February 25th, 2007, 10:56 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,614
Posted By John Colette
Nikon Lenses & Mini 35

For people who are interested I made a page with some info on Nikon Lenses and the Mini 35 - just a few lens tests and some basic info for the newbies on how the whole thing works. I may cross post...
Forum: Open DV Discussion February 4th, 2007, 04:53 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,368
Posted By John Colette
Alan - I cut my teeth cutting Super 8 - double...

Alan - I cut my teeth cutting Super 8 - double system - in the early 1980s. I have used all manner of 8mm cameras, sound systems and even 8mm flatbed editors. I could cut a music video on Super 8 in...
Forum: All Things Audio January 31st, 2007, 06:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,878
Posted By John Colette
Go for the Sennheiser Evolution or the Sony UWPC1...

Go for the Sennheiser Evolution or the Sony UWPC1 - they are really robust as well. Just don't use any of the supplied mics! Get a good Lav mic.

The sennheiser is good in kit form because it has a...
Forum: Home, Away From Home January 29th, 2007, 07:40 PM
Replies: 353
Views: 255,626
Posted By John Colette
My digs

Looks like this in a "clear moment"....

http://www.pixelmill.com.au/studio-1.jpg

but really - today - is like this....

http://www.pixelmill.com.au/pixpano.jpg

:-)
Forum: Alternative Imaging Methods August 27th, 2006, 04:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,681
Posted By John Colette
The lenses aren't really the problem with the...

The lenses aren't really the problem with the Mini 35 - it's the ground glass - which slightly diffuses the image, and the glass *between* the ground glass and the CCD that have the greatest effect...
Forum: Alternative Imaging Methods June 30th, 2006, 12:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,644
Posted By John Colette
Brian - I have found that the Mini35 soaks up so...

Brian - I have found that the Mini35 soaks up so much light, that to need to often have the camera at 2.6 - 2.8 and the mini 35 at about the same. It shifts a little in direct sun, but it's like a...
Forum: Alternative Imaging Methods June 21st, 2006, 01:00 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,438
Posted By John Colette
Dan Diaconu has lens gears for sale - I have...

Dan Diaconu has lens gears for sale - I have fitted a whole set of Nikon Primes - and am about to put an online Nikon lens "tute" up.

http://www.dandiaconu.com/newweb/index.htm

I geared a 24,...
Forum: Final Cut Suite April 25th, 2006, 05:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,782
Posted By John Colette
haven't edited HD on one - but it really *flies*...

haven't edited HD on one - but it really *flies* on SD [imac dual]

-j
Forum: Alternative Imaging Methods March 31st, 2006, 10:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,165
Posted By John Colette
I'd go with the Nattress set - re:vision fileds...

I'd go with the Nattress set - re:vision fileds kit is good - but nattress is i think just as good and a great all round set of filters.

-j
Forum: Alternative Imaging Methods February 18th, 2006, 09:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,883
Posted By John Colette
I have used on with an adapter - it's an...

I have used on with an adapter - it's an interesting effect. Worth a coin toss for the money I think - but the "infocus" area is nothing like a good swing and tilt lens.

-j
Forum: Alternative Imaging Methods February 18th, 2006, 09:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,282
Posted By John Colette
This guy has a LOT of lenses ...

This guy has a LOT of lenses

http://www.kevincameras.com/


Address : 611 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 311
Los Angeles, CA 90017 U.S.A.


Telephone : (inside U.S.) 1 213 689 1686
Forum: External Recording Various Topics February 15th, 2006, 02:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,442
Posted By John Colette
A lockit is a timecode generator from Ambient -...

A lockit is a timecode generator from Ambient - one of the coolest companies in the world IMO

www.ambient.de

they make timecode slates and surround boompoles and other great sound stuff

to...
Forum: Alternative Imaging Methods February 8th, 2006, 05:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,325
Posted By John Colette
Good point Emre. For me it's all about freedom. I...

Good point Emre. For me it's all about freedom. I can afford a mini 35, and I love being able to shoot whatever I want, when I want, and I get a great look with it [but I already spent a lot on...
Forum: Alternative Imaging Methods February 6th, 2006, 10:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,325
Posted By John Colette
Yeah Chris! I have to say - the Mini35 depthof...

Yeah Chris! I have to say - the Mini35 depthof field is a great addition to the tools we have available - but also the way the GG reduces contrast [like a lowcon filter] and the lovely bokeh you can...
Forum: Alternative Imaging Methods February 6th, 2006, 10:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,082
Posted By John Colette
There is none for stsndard rod diamaters - though...

There is none for stsndard rod diamaters - though there are some imperial measurement graphite suppliers online.

-j
Forum: Alternative Imaging Methods February 5th, 2006, 09:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,892
Posted By John Colette
I think it will so lomg as you can switch from...

I think it will so lomg as you can switch from Manual to Auto on the focussing.

And the f stop is manually set.

I have a SIGMA zoom that I really like for the Nikon Mount.

-j
Forum: Alternative Imaging Methods February 4th, 2006, 07:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,256
Posted By John Colette
I shoot 50i and use a combination of the Nattress...

I shoot 50i and use a combination of the Nattress deinterlace plug ins and the re:vision fields kit. [on a mini35]

WHy the fuss about the 24 frame rate? I put media to DVD - 25 is fine. I put it...
Forum: Canon XL H Series HDV Camcorders January 21st, 2006, 08:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,788
Posted By John Colette
Thanks Nick - the option for B&W is a good one, I...

Thanks Nick - the option for B&W is a good one, I am thinking about fitting my mini 35 with the camera - and was wondering if i would need the breakout box, or if i could go with the Canon VF.....
Forum: Alternative Imaging Methods January 19th, 2006, 03:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,970
Posted By John Colette
I emailed them about it and they were very...

I emailed them about it and they were very abrupt. Just like "yes - pay 7000 euro and you have it" no real info on shipping [they "quoted E400! etc] They don't have the American customer service...
Forum: Alternative Imaging Methods January 17th, 2006, 07:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,013
Posted By John Colette
I think bellows are a little fragile - the side...

I think bellows are a little fragile - the side wings are best to cut flare and shade the longer lenses.
Forum: Canon XL H Series HDV Camcorders January 17th, 2006, 12:21 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,788
Posted By John Colette
Quick Question[s]

Q1. Does the camera have the standard 20pin hirose connector that allows the use of a B&W viewfinder?

Q2. [Kit wizards only...] And this is compatible with the SONY DXF 801 viewfinder? [if you...
Forum: Alternative Imaging Methods January 16th, 2006, 05:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,013
Posted By John Colette
My wish: 15mm rods 60mm centre to centre. ...

My wish:

15mm rods 60mm centre to centre.

adjustable lens to rods distance

different donut options [foam or neoprene]

2 x 4x4 filter stages - 1 rotatable
Forum: Photon Management January 15th, 2006, 06:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,570
Posted By John Colette
My Rifa 55 started tearing around the umbrella...

My Rifa 55 started tearing around the umbrella rings .... and although it's a good light -it's expensive for what it is.

For interviews now I take [never thought i'd say this] a tota light, and a...
Forum: Alternative Imaging Methods January 12th, 2006, 07:02 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,207
Posted By John Colette
Wayne - I have used cat 5 balun converters for...

Wayne - I have used cat 5 balun converters for exhibition / installation purposes in Museums and tradeshows - they are good - excellent actually - to hook up a display - like a big 3 gun LCD...
Forum: Alternative Imaging Methods January 12th, 2006, 06:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,742
Posted By John Colette
I agree on the Light issue Dennis - those suckers...

I agree on the Light issue Dennis - those suckers take a lot of light out of the room! - and working wide open all of the time is not really practical - the depth of field device become an albatross...
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