Forum: Open DV Discussion
December 3rd, 2012, 12:22 PM
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Replies: 60
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Re: The Imac dilemma
Congrats! So will you be upgrading the RAM yourself on the new i-mac?
In a perfect world, yes I would updgrade my camera too, but the computer needed upgrading first and funds are limited.
I...
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Forum: Open DV Discussion
December 3rd, 2012, 11:34 AM
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Replies: 60
Views: 13,582
Re: The Imac dilemma
I don't think they mean much as long you get an i7 processor. -http://www.macrumors.com/2012/11/30/new-imac-benchmarks-show-10-25-improvement-over-previous-generation/
If i didn't just buy mine......
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Forum: Open DV Discussion
December 3rd, 2012, 10:24 AM
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Replies: 60
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Re: The Imac dilemma
Everything is newer basically, thinner screen obviously.
I'm no expert, but from what I found.
Ram (minimums)
2012 model - 8gig min - 1600mhz **see quote below on upgrading ram on the 21.5"...
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Forum: Open DV Discussion
December 3rd, 2012, 08:10 AM
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Replies: 60
Views: 13,582
Re: The Imac dilemma
Update: After weighing my options, I decided the newest model I-mac was not for me.
So, I just put in an order for a May 2011 model I-Mac for three main reasons:
1) I can upgrade the Ram easier...
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Forum: Open DV Discussion
October 28th, 2012, 04:10 PM
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Replies: 60
Views: 13,582
Re: The Imac dilemma
Thanks everyone for the reply's.
Thanks, hopefully this would work with my XH-A1. and should answer question 1 of mine.
As for question 2, anyone here running CS6 on OS X mountain lion?
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Forum: Open DV Discussion
October 26th, 2012, 09:04 AM
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Replies: 60
Views: 13,582
Re: The Imac dilemma
Main reason being its hard to ingests footage? or performance is not up to par?
Video editing is mostly a hobby for me.
My work computer is a 2010 model 27" imac. 12gig, 2.8ghz i5,...
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Forum: Open DV Discussion
October 26th, 2012, 07:50 AM
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Replies: 60
Views: 13,582
The Imac dilemma
My current camera: Canon XH-A1 (4pin firewire output)
My wanted Imac minimums:
1gig graphics card
3.1 or higher quad core processor
8 gigs ram
Question 1.
I want to get an Imac, but the...
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Forum: Canon XA and VIXIA Series AVCHD Camcorders
June 20th, 2012, 12:18 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 8,411
Re: XA10 cases/transport
Assuming you are addressing me, yes it fits with handle still attached.
FYI, this bag has some velcro style dividers that I moved around for my purposes to make it fit properly with a lav mic.
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Forum: Canon XA and VIXIA Series AVCHD Camcorders
June 20th, 2012, 08:11 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 8,411
Re: XA10 cases/transport
I bought this soft case for a xa10 and it works perfectly for us.
http://images.bestbuy.com/BestBuy_US/images/products/1227/1227579_sa.jpg
Nikon - Digital SLR Camera Bag - 9793...
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Forum: Open DV Discussion
June 11th, 2012, 08:01 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 3,491
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Forum: Techniques for Independent Production
May 31st, 2012, 07:51 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 9,565
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Forum: Techniques for Independent Production
May 29th, 2012, 01:01 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 9,565
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Forum: Canon XH Series HDV Camcorders
March 21st, 2012, 07:23 AM
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Replies: 35
Views: 22,621
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Forum: Canon XH Series HDV Camcorders
March 19th, 2012, 12:01 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 6,385
Re: iMac spec for XHA1s
Not to derail the original thread, but here is my situation
imac
2.8ghz i5 quad core
ATI Radeon HD 5750
12gig ram
canon xh-a1
4-9 pin firewire cable
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Forum: Open DV Discussion
March 8th, 2012, 10:56 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 3,491
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Forum: Open DV Discussion
March 6th, 2012, 08:23 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 3,491
Re: Problems with your slider? - Custom build
I'd did not make the slider, I had a local shop do it for me and I'm willing to bet he machined the wheels himself.
Really light, all aluminum except a few bolts(that are stainless steel). ...
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Forum: Open DV Discussion
March 4th, 2012, 09:23 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 3,491
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Forum: Canon XH Series HDV Camcorders
January 27th, 2012, 01:12 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 5,115
Re: XHA1s Camera Setup Procedures
I recently shot some indoor low light footage at +6 gain. Looked good on the XH-A1's LCD, but was too grainy for me once exported. Live and learn, next time I will most likely not go much past +3...
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Forum: Open DV Discussion
January 20th, 2012, 01:34 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 3,491
Re: Problems with your slider? - Custom build
Thanks for the link. I am by no means "re-inventing the market." Just wanted to get something better than the $150 sliders on ebay and not pay $500.
Also its a local shop doing the work, good...
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Forum: Open DV Discussion
January 20th, 2012, 10:31 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 3,491
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Forum: Techniques for Independent Production
January 17th, 2012, 02:40 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 9,565
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Forum: Open DV Discussion
January 16th, 2012, 11:29 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 3,491
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Forum: Canon XH Series HDV Camcorders
January 13th, 2012, 01:42 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 4,945
Re: Help with descent slider
Thats what I have heard. I have decided to stay away from it and hopefully I will be getting a custom built slider.
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Forum: Techniques for Independent Production
January 11th, 2012, 09:19 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 9,565
Promotional Videos- How to keep it interesting
I recently completed a promotional video and I am "o.k" with the final results. Unlike most projects, I did not have complete control over this video as the marketing team had to get everything...
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Forum: Open DV Discussion
January 10th, 2012, 03:48 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 3,491
Problems with your slider? - Custom build
Hello DV info!
I am lucky enough to know a local shop that is good with fabrications and I plan to build my own slider. But first I want some help from you.
I don't care which slider you have,...
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